Nov/Dec 2009
in this issue...

Winter Birding
Nantucket is a paridise for winter birding.

Nantucket celebrates its 350th
Tristram Coffin purchased the island 350 years ago.

Ship Shape
Living Small in a Nantucket cabin.

From Nantucket to Holland
The nursery trade in the Netherlands.

Thanksgiving at Company of the Cauldron
A Thanksgiving menu and recipes for our readers.

Local Harvest
Cooking with Nantucket Bay Scallops and Nantucket Cranberries.

Nantucket's Sweetest Crop
The Nantucket bay scallop is recognized around the world.

Festival of Trees
Photo essay.

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.
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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.-

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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