Coffeecake Connection

Gluten-free sweets for the holidays that rival their wheat-laden brethren

A cup of coffee and a sweet treat is one of life’s simple pleasures—and even more so when our gluten-free friends can join in on the fun. The preservative-free and optionally gluten-free classic treats from Coffeecake Connection are the perfect companion for any holiday gathering, with flavors to suit just about all palates. We sampled the gluten-free chocolate chip cake recently along with freshly brewed …

Fish & Rose

A pop-up restaurant brings meat, oysters and produce from Martha's Vineyard to NYC for the month of December

During the holiday season, celebratory eating out can sometimes get a little too decadent—leaving you with a tummy ache and regrets. For a different kind of dining experience, have a taste of Martha’s Vineyard at the pop-up restaurant Fish and Rose in between Chinatown and Soho. Just opened this past Tuesday, they’re serving farm-fresh produce, oysters and more—much of which comes directly from family-owned Beetlebung …

Victory Gardens

Vancouver's full-service urban gardening firm takes city-dwellers from seeds to salads on rooftops, balconies and patios

Notions and perceptions revolving around food have changed drastically in recent years. As organic options become the norm for many, the origin and social and environmental impact of food continues to become a greater concern—with many consumers seeking a greater role in the production of their food. In urban areas, there’s an inherent problem in growing your own food: Space. Vancouver’s full-service urban gardening firm …