A week out west
Baby Face Nelson chose to hide at Walley's Hot Springs before traveling north to meet his fate. His journey was a touch more dramatic than Jill's and mine. We spent…
A change of scenery
I've temporarily relocated my office to a place with less snow and better views.
2026 Arrives with an Arctic blast
Jill and I started 2026 with a First Day Hike at Point au Roche State Park, where we bundled up against the six-degree temps, slipped crampons onto our boots, and…
Goodbye, ’25
My 2025 recap, and wishes for 2026. Year End Letter 2025_2Download
Resort days in Playa del Carmen
Heavier than expected snow blanketed the North Country last week and temps hovered in the low teens. So, Jill's and my plans to be in Mexico made us seem prescient.…
Dinner at the Tabard Inn
Work took me to D.C. last week. It also presented a chance to try a few new restaurants. My new D.C. favorite is the Tabard Inn. It is, in fact,…
McCaviar: It’s what’s for dinner
My favorite simple-but-bougie appetizer, for when guests are coming. Whip up some anchovy creme fraiche (anchovies and oil, lemon juice, sour cream, and cream cheese), put it on top of…
Miracle on Margaret Street
I haven't been to a Christmas parade in years. Maybe decades. The weather wasn't horrible last night (high 20s, not much wind), so we walked downtown, killed some time having…
Overnight Getaway to Montreal
Friday after Thanksgiving, Jill and I drove to Montreal to visit Le Grand Marché de Noël de Montréal, or Great Christmas Market of Montreal. After visiting Christmas markets in Lisbon…
Gombaleves: It’s What’s for Dinner
Weather is turning wintery in the North Country, and the past weekend was perfect to binge TV (Mobland and Tulsa King), sit by the fireplace, sip Space Shuttles, and cook…