TOP PICK OF THE WEEK: Valentine’s Gifts That Aren’t Chocolate

Last week our Top Pick was artisan chocolates from four gifted chocolatiers. But not everyone wants a box of chocolate for Valentine’s Day. In this week’s Top Pick, we feature: Gourmet caramels Bewitching brownies and cookies A fresh fruit “bouquet” (a very healthy gift) Savory gifts, including heart-shaped cheese, ravioli and rib steak Rose-colored spiritsIf…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Homemade Soup

Chicken tortilla soup combines chicken, corn, grated cheese, garlic, onion and tortilla chips. Who wouldn’t want a big bowl? Photo courtesy Cabot Creamery. February 4th is Homemade Soup Day. Last year, we spoke of homemade soup as an elegant option for entertaining. In the current economy, look at it as a delicious and inexpensive meal…
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