It’s May – time for some Granite Staters to stalk the wild dandelion.They’re lo-cal (35 per serving), lo-carb (7 grams), lo-fat (1 gram) and full of vitamins A and C. Iron, too.All that goodness and there are, at the moment, whole fields of them – ready to be picked and for free.We’re talking about dandelion greens, a favorite of wild…
A French sculptor makes a political statement in bronze.Every month I start off this article by writing, “Thank you so much for sending me an image of your …,” but sometimes an item is delivered to our shop for an in-person inspection. This bronze monkey sculpture was recently brought into our shop and the owner was pleasantly surprised to learn…
Making simple rocks into precious memories.Jeweler Blair LaBella’s job description includes trips to the beach. Through her travels up and down the seacoast, from the Bay of Fundy to Kitttery Point she has amassed a collection of beach tumbled stones of various sizes, textures and colors from red to shades of gray to white. Although she now lives in Lee,…
A look inside the Lemon TwistCool ClothingPucker up and give a big smooch to Lemon Twist Store Manager Michelle Lutz who knows color, design and fashion for all sizes and budgets. Known for Lilly Pulitzer and other high-end sportswear, you’d be smart to check out the markdown rack with jaw-dropping prices. Savor the new line of Mud Pie spring bags…
Harold J. Brooks is living the good life – splitting his time between New Hampshire and Florida, and between business and pleasure. After a long and successful career – he is owner and commercial developer of Brooks Properties in Salem – he now, at 70, has time to indulge his interest in restoring and “re-creating” classic cars.But he will tell…
Put on your running shoes and hit the starting line.With its warmer weather and longer daylight hours, May is an excellent time to begin a new exercise regimen. There are numerous sports and outdoor activities to partake of here in New Hampshire, but if you’re looking for some serious fitness results, you’ll get the most bang for your buck (and…
Need a good reason for spotting the newt? How about two good reasons?This month’s lucky (and fearless) newt spotters will receive this handcrafted and locally designed silk floral door décor from Ideas In Bloom LLC, planned with spring in mind (www.ideas-in-bloom.com) or a complimentary one-year subscription to New Hampshire Magazine. Ideas in Bloom is a proud member of NH Made…
Have a stake in the local food dynamic by owning a piece of the action.Our state is well studded with beautiful supermarkets. They are simply gorgeous, chock full of colorful fruits and vegetables, meats glowing red under special lights and row after row of boxes of dry goods. Surely the envy of our grandmothers. A pretty picture, yes? Definitely no,…
Local Company Stays LocalEven the paperwork is infused with the aroma of spices at Attar in Harrisville. Huge bags of cinnamon bark from Indonesia and spicy peppercorns in five colors are just part of the brew that fills the air on bagging days.Melissa Spencer and her husband Erik Hood recently purchased the wholesale spice company formerly located in Jaffrey. What…
Here is a tasty way to enjoy these healthy vegetables.Serves 41/2 cup diced Spanish onions1 tablespoon chopped garlic1/2 cup white wine2 tablespoons Dijon mustard1 cup cream4 cups packed green kale3 cups packed baby spinach2 cups steamed red potatoes, cut in quarters1 tablespoon cornstarch dissolved in waterSalt and pepper to tasteBring a pot of water to a boil and steam the…
