An enormous “O” hangs in Jeff Soderbergh’s backyard, dangling from a cherry tree like a giant earring. He eases inside the hand-forged wagon wheel, fitting himself to its iron contours. Who could have guessed, back in the early 1800s when it was first wrought in Pennsylvania, that this utilitarian hoop would achieve a life […]
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While it might not have the bustle of Cambridge, the seaside allure of Newburyport, or the country charm of Northampton, the former mill city of Lowell has been working hard to establish itself as a top-notch spot in the state for education, history, and culture. Having grown up in a nearby suburb I frequently heard […]
Desserts
Apple-Raspberry Tart
I saw my first apples of the season this week at Volante Farms in Needham, Massachusetts this week. They were lovely little Pristines, a great American variety that was introduced to the market in 1994. Pristines are unusually good keepers for early season apples and they have a nice acidity with pear-like flavor. Now, some […]
In the seaside neighborhood of Goose Rocks Beach in Kennebunkport, Maine, the battle between public and private beach access is playing out with an intensity that threatens to fracture the community.
It couldn’t be more Vermont if you poured maple syrup over it: the winding dirt road, arching shade trees, fields sloping right and left, shaggy apple orchard, and finally, of course, the bent-over red barn, faded to a rosy blush. Midsummer afternoon in the hills of Putney, the light sharpens and spreads out, insects hum, […]
Few experiences are more awe-inspiring than seeing animals in their natural habitats. From black bears to moose, see our picks for the best places to watch wildlife in New England.
The Bay State has plenty to offer in the Great Outdoors. Read our picks for the best outdoor attractions in Massachusetts for 2013. BEST STAND-UP PADDLE SHOP SURFARI SUP & SURF, Manchester-by-the-Sea It originated with California surfers, but stand-up paddleboarding is a great way to get a core workout while exploring the coves and inlets […]
From the mighty whale came a delicate art: Nantucket scrimshaw. Crafted by sailors on long and lonely voyages to distant waters, today these items are an indelible link to the island’s maritime heritage. It takes only a few moments on Nantucket to notice that the original “whaling capital of the world” isn’t abandoning its title […]
Fish & Seafood
Fourth of July Menu | Salmon & Peas (with a Twist)
The cooking method is a surefire surprise in this recollection of a favorite summer recipe.
DUBLIN, NH (June 2013)—Due to overwhelming feedback from Yankee readers, a special collection, “The Power of Place,” is now available in the iTunes Store. Five stories from the March/April 2013 issue plus 16 classics are included, along with bonus material featuring audio interviews with the authors and previously unpublished photos. It’s free for Yankee subscribers […]
Massachusetts
Beautiful Solitude
This picture was taken in Early Spring at the West End Creamery in Whitinsville, Massachusetts
Gardens
Pink Splendor
This photo was taken at the beautiful Bridge of Flowers in Shelburne Falls, Massachusetts