Some Pig: Sustainable butchery brings traditional flavors to the table

I'm a big talk-radio fan, and I was just listening to the Chewing the Fat food show and its commentary on whole-animal butchery. It's still a 'gourmet' practice in the U.S., say the Chewing the Fat hosts. Some restaurants are doing it, but it hasn't caught on as a best practice yet. The segment reminded … Continue reading Some Pig: Sustainable butchery brings traditional flavors to the table

A Half-dozen PodCamps and No Signs of Stopping

It always takes me too long to write a post about PodCamp Western Mass. We just put our sixth camp in the books this past Saturday, and I've spent the last few days mulling over the new things I learned, poring over posts, photos, and emails from other campers -- some I've just met, some … Continue reading A Half-dozen PodCamps and No Signs of Stopping

I Would Like, If I May, to take you on a PodCamp Journey.

Saturday, Feb. 25 brought with it the fourth installment of an annual event that's become as ingrained in me as my loves for pasta and cheese. PodCamp Western Mass. 4 convened at Holyoke Community College and welcomed more than 120 campers. Brings a tear to my nerdy little eye. This is a holy day for … Continue reading I Would Like, If I May, to take you on a PodCamp Journey.