Susan Laughlin

Food Editor

Writer and photographer Susan Laughlin has been New Hampshire Magazine’s food editor for more than 16 years. She has traveled the Granite State with fork and camera in hand, looking for the best breakfasts, burgers, poutine and overall dining excellence. Over the years, she’s written about the state’s top restaurants and chefs, young farmers, where to find the best brunch, and profiles of entrepreneurial brewers and distillers. She’s also been tapped by other publishers, including Food Network Magazine, Phaidon and Yankee Magazine, for her local dining expertise.

Great Food Destination / Greater Nashua: Ansanm

New Hampshire’s Top Chef contestant Chris Viaud of Greenleaf in…

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Great Food Destination / Greater Nashua Area: Granita Enoteca

Once again, find a passion for Italy in Keene’s Railroad Square.

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New and Exciting: Short Takes and New Restaurant Recommendations

In spite of the challenges presented by the COVID pandemic, a hearty number of restaurants opened and eventually flourished, finding ways to live free and prosper in the Granite State.

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Local Food & Drink Gift Ideas

Local artisan foods, packed with flavor and a dash of love, are the perfect stocking stuffer or hostess gift. Even better, a gift basket laden with sweets, treats and sauces is sure to put a smile on any pouting face — maybe even add more of a twinkle to Santa’s eye.

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Baked Apple Custard Pie With Rosewater Meringue

Shaker Village's Chef James Haller shares his recipe for this delicious holiday recipe.

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Butternut Squash Risotto With Apple Sage Chutney

Fratello’s Italian Grille and the Homestead's Chef Adam Parker shares his recipe for this delicious fall dish.

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Sticky Toffee Pudding

The Epoch's Executive Chef Tyler Brooks shares his recipe for this delicious dessert.

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Meet Expert Metalsmith Paulette Werger

The fragile ecosystem of crafts soldiers on.

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Strawberry Shortcake

Make the best of local strawberries with this classic summer recipe.

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Drone Ownership 101

Everything you need to know about owning and piloting drones.

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Spice up Breakfast With Locally Made Thai Tea

Try these pancakes for a Thai-inspired Mother’s Day breakfast with a line of teas created by Littleton restaurant owner Emshika Alberini.

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Guide to Brunch

Whether you’re looking for a little hair of the dog via bloody mary or an elegant buffet with oysters and champagne, there’s a brunch in New Hampshire that hits just the right spot.

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