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The Club

The oldest known published recipe for the Club Sandwich appears in the Good Housekeeping Everyday Cookbook (1903). The choice of words itself is a masterful delicacy for the senses. We include it here for your enjoyment and inspiration. “Club Sandwich – Toast a slice of bread evenly and lightly butter it.  On one half put,… Continue reading The Club

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Dinner in New England, 17th Century Style

In England and much of Europe, many landowners were practiced trappers and hunters. Those who did not own land lived on vegetables, grain, eggs and milk. The wealthy considered meat to be the core of a wholesome diet. What both classes had in common, however, was their love of beer. It was the family beverage… Continue reading Dinner in New England, 17th Century Style

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November Food Fest Feast

Ah November! The great countdown to Christmas; the anticipation of family gatherings, with a delicious first chapter at Thanksgiving. New Year resolutions approaching, but first, turkey with all the trimmings, including second servings of both the bird and desserts, without shame or guilt… maybe. Oddly enough, turkey is not featured among this month’s National Food… Continue reading November Food Fest Feast