Archives
September/October 2009
Portrait of an Artist
The fanciful world of John Lochtefeld
Dorothy Hamill
Olympian finds serenity 30 miles at sea
Creating a Cookbook
The story behind “Pasta Sfoglia”
Town
John Keane has another hit with the latest in his trilogy of restaurants.
Beautiful Bulbs
Tulips, daffodils, hyacinths and more
An Early Gem
A look at an 1830 home
Soup ’n Sandwich
Innovations of this classic combo
August 2009
Wind in Their Sails
The magic of a wooden boat
Classic Club Car
The timelessness of classic cuisine on Nantucket
Putting Summer By
Preserving Late Summer's Bounty
Harbor Gallery
Mother and daughter show together at Harbor Gallery
A Gardening Community
A visit to the Nantucket Community Garden
Summer Living at Surfside
A "new old" summer cottage at Surfside Beach
The Old South Church Turns 200
Two centuries of a Nantucket landmark
July 2009
Corazon del Mar
A Taste of Baja on South Water Street
The Nose Knows
Fragrant flowers and shrubs on Nantucket
An In-Town Aerie
Living Small on Silver Street
Katie Trinkle Legge
Portrait of an artist
Camp Sankaty
The last caddy camp of its kind in the United States
Book Review
This Little Mommy Stayed Home
June 2009
The Nantucket-New Zealand Connection
The NHA in the Antipodes
Stephen Pitliuk
Portrait of an artist
In the Garden
Radiant Rhododendrons
Savor Nantucket
Recipes from the Parishioners of St. Mary’s
Nantucket on My Mind
A nostalgic essay by David Halberstam
Saving McAdoo Rugs
revitalizing a classic American cottage industry
Cottage Living
What makes a little cottage so appealing?
April/May 2009
One of the Best
Ray Coursen, Luminary of the Year at this year’s Nantucket Wine Festival
The Stages of Mark Kenward
A one-man show at the Nantucket Wine Festival
The Sweet Life
Man's best friend, the honey bee
George Thomas
The dreamlike journey of a Nantucket artist
Sultans of the Sonoma Coast
Terroir in winemaking - the influence of soil, terrain, and climate on a wine's character
Living The American Dream
The New Partners of Lo la 41º
Dune
Michael Getter’s New Vision
Not Your Grandmother’s Begonias
The wide variety of begonias available today deserves a second look
Nov/Dec 2008
Creatively Kagan
The Kagan Family of Nantucket.
The Monaghan Sisters of Greater Light
Hanna and Gertrude Monaghan, Nantucket eccentrics
Minor League Hoop Dreams
Jason Briggs, owner of the minor league basketball team, the Manchester Millrats
Houseplants
Winter-blooming tropical plants for the home.
Ethnic Chefs
Nantucket eateries showcase cuisine from around the world.
Karin Sheppard
Portrait of an Artist
Gourmet Potluck
A potluck meal need not be a hodgepodge buffet.
The Beauty of a Nantucket Winter
Photo essay.
Sept/Oct 2008
Restoring the Historic Appleton Organ
Built in 1831, the pipe organ at the Methodist Church recently underwent a complete restoration.
Nantucket Coffee Roasters Wakes up the Island
A great cup of coffee on Nantucket.
The Constant Gardener
Now retired, Rev. Ted Anderson has traded a minister’s vestments for a pair of overalls.
House on the Hill
A tour of this new Trotts Hills home overlooking Nantucket Sound.
John Devaney
Portrait of an Artist.
Eating Local
Exploring the resurgent trend in eating locally.
Bake with Fall's Favorite Fruit
If there is one fruit that is in the forefront of our cultural consciousness, it has to be the apple.
Nantucket's Wildflowers
Take a walk in the beauty of Nantucket’s unique sandplains.
August 2008
New Life for the 1800 House
A celebration of early American arts and crafts
Galley Beach
Not casual, but casually elegant
A Gift from the Sea
In April 1921, the Gaelic Prince grounded on Great Round Shoal
An Unlikely Artist
Sculptor Gordon Gund
Bountiful Berries
Nantucket's edible landscape
Joan Albaugh
Portrait of an Artist
Memories, with Love
Remembering the Opera House and the cooking of Gwen Gaillard
Are we running out of water?
Here on Nantucket we rely on groundwater to provide our drinking water supply
July 2008
Best of Nantucket
As chosen by readers of Nantucket's newspaper, The Inquirer and Mirror
A Rose by any other name
The history of the rose, and tips for growing them
Beach Picnics
Recipe ideas for a by-the-shore feast
Joanna Kane
Portrait of an artist
Jewels of Summer
Butterflies on the island
Bye-Bye Gas Guzzlers; Hello Green Cars
It may be time to investigate hybrid technology or at the very least, a smaller car.
Richard Verney
A conversation with the president of the Nantucket Conservation Foundation
Splash
Boatbuilding on Nantucket
June 2008
Designing with Nantucket in Mind
The signature stylings of Trudy Dujardin
Remembering Marie Giffin
Inquirer and Mirror Publisher 1970-1990
Nancy Thayer
Always looking for inspiration for another story waiting to be told
Maurice Gibbs
Maurice Gibbs knows a little something about the sea – its awesome power, its romantic allure, and its lonely isolation.
The Human Face of Shipwrecks
Sometimes a bit of literary effort is needed to breathe some life into the past.
Berry Good Desserts
The strawberry is one of the first local fruits to make its way into the kitchen.
In the Garden
Container Gardens
April/May 2008
The Philanthropy of Wendy Schmidt
Using wealth to benefit the world at large and the communities she lives in
Spain's Jorge Ordoñez
A look at Ordoñez vineyard in Malaga, Spain
The Greening of Nantucket
Eco-friendly homes on the island
Toasting Spring
Maria Sinskey’s Menu for a Luscious Repast
Exquisite Cabernets the hallmark of Stags Leap District
A profile of the wines from the eastern edge of Napa Valley
November/December 2007
Moving Sankaty
After years of planning and months of preparation, Sankaty Light is moved to safer ground.
An Author's Key West
Leslie Linsley recounts her experiences in the only subtropical city in the continental United States
In the Garden
Designing with Stone
Deck the Halls
Twelve ways to spread holiday cheer
Closing Congdon's Pharmacy
The end of a Norman Rockwell era
Holiday Food
Side dishes and desserts that tell the story
Sweet Treats from Grandma’s Kitchen
Old Fashioned Sea Salt Caramels and more.
Create Your Own Cranberry Wreath
Create your own Jarred Coffin House Cranberry Wreath.
September/October 2007
Salt Meadow Antiques
Meet Tony and Tom Mello, the father/son owners of Salt Meadow Antiques
Christine Sanford
One of the island’s premier abstract painters
Old Siasconset Golf Course
A step back in time
Growing a Champion Pumpkin
The competitive sport of giant-pumpkin growing, alive and well and thriving on Nantucket
Briar Patch
Touring a gorgeous Quidnet home
20 Years of Open-House
Recipes celebrating the 20th anniversary of “Nantucket Open-House Cookbook.”
August 2007
Indian Summer
The revival of a storied sailboat
Louis Guarnaccia
Portrait of an artist
State of the Elms
The comeback of the magnificent American Elm
Marian Morash’s August Abundance
The chef and author's adventures in gardening
The Chanticleer
Revival of a Sconset Icon
July 2007
Best of Nantucket
As chosen by readers of Nantucket's newspaper, The Inquirer and Mirror
Nantucket's Community Garden
Communal farming near Cisco Beach
Nancy Chase: Scrimshander
A Grand Dame in the world of scrimshaw
Old Meets New on Milk Street
Renovations of 200-year-old classic of architecture
Rev. Ted's Excellent Adventures in Blueberrying
Retired minister Ted Anderson's life with blueberries
Brant Point Grill
Fine dining at the White Elephant resort
June 2007
Sign Language
The artful carvings of Paul McCarthy
The Azores
Green and lush volcanic islands with connections to Nantucket’s whaling and cultural history
Scotch Broom
The good, the bad and the lovely
Will Conroy
Education of a screenwriter
When Guests come for the Weekend
Performing the job of a good host is a task fraught with many implications
Living Green
New, chic, eco-friendly home products are hitting the market
April/May 2007
A Life on the Water: Sheila Lucey
Coast Guard Station Brant Point Senior Chief retires
Amelia Island
A "southern Nantucket" in the northeast of Florida
Growing & Showing Blue Ribbon Daffodils
Nantucket's annual Daffodil Show
A Passion for Pizza
Pi finds a home of its own
Seasonal Kitchen
Four chefs pack their favorite picnics
Recipes
Favorite picnic recipes
November/December 2006
Saving Sankaty Light
Erosion threatens the 70-foot-tall lighthouse
Inside the Sconset Trust
Protecting and preserving the charm of Sconset Village
A Prize Worth Protecting
Conservation at Eel Point
Anna Lynn Bender
Creator of one-of-a-kind, hand-woven Swedish rugs
An Irish Dinner with Friends
Irish Dinner Recipes
In the Garden: Hollies
Hollies Brighten a Winter Garden
September/October 2006
Michael Kane’s Magnum Opus
A lightship basket masterpiece
The Little Theatre That Could
Theatre Workshop turns 50
Barbara Toole
Creator of custom-made, clay dishware
Cocktails at Westmoor with Peter Wallace
A visit to Westmoor’s clubhouse
Wild Things: Beach Plums
Beach plums and their jelly
August 2006
Best of Nantucket
The list of winners for 2006.
Portrait of an Artist: Sherre Wilson Rae
Description of story here
Whatever Happened to the Pacific Club?
Description of story here
Sanctuary in Madaket
Description of story here
Restaurant Review
Slip 14
In Search of the Perfect Tomato
Description of story here
Tomatoes: Star of the Summer Table
This month's recipes
July 2006
Barbara Capizzo
A reputation of the kind enjoyed by Barbara Capizzo takes years to build.
Andrea Doria
The story of the Italian luxury liner that sank 53 miles southeast of Nantucket
Hydrangeas
Propogating hydrangeas at Moors End Farm
Restaurant Review
Toppers at the Wauwinet
Color & Light in Shimmo
Capturing the spirit of Nantucket in Interior Design
Susie Boardman
Stitches in time
Salad Nicoise
This month's recipe
A Moment in Time
The sinking of the Andrea Doria as told in Nantucket's newspaper.
Day Trip
The best of Nantucket: Biking, Hiking and Picnicking.
Five Great Tastes of Summer
Our favorites to pack in your snack bag.
Great Wines with Summer Salads
Harmonizing flavors with your favorite salads.
May/June 2006
Angela & Seth Raynor
Behind the fabulous food of The Pearl and The Boarding House
Nowhere Like Napa
Rob & Maria Sinsky on Great Food, Gorgeous Wine
Point Reyes Gems
Artisinal Cheeses from Cowgirl Creamery
Restaurant Roundup
and the ALL NEW Dining Guide
Donna Elle
Inspiration from a seaside life
The Earthquake Trail
One hundred years after San Francisco’s great quake
Old World Herbs for the Kitchen Garden
Parsley, sage, rosemary and thyme
Spring Lamb
with a recipe for Mushroom-stuffed Lamb Shoulder
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