If you look up larder on Wikipedia, you’ll find that it is “a cool area for storing food prior to use.” Interestingly enough, The Larder on State Road in Vineyard Haven offers just that, with a twist. The Larder is a collaboration between Jefferson Munroe, from the Good Farm, and Daniele Barrick, from Scottish Bakehouse, and t...

Lots of people know how great Martha’s Vineyard is in the Summer or Fall. But as year-round residents — and local real estate gurus — we get asked all the time: “What’s there to do in the off-season?” Well, the short answer is, there’s a lot to do. Take a look with our own Guinevere Cramer. You can find out more about Morrice Flor...

UPDATE: Randy Rucker is no longer with State Road. A chef can be a storyteller with food, and that is what the new chef at State Road is. Chef Randy Rucker came to Martha’s Vineyard from Texas in October, and hasn’t looked back. A previous owner of three restaurants in Texas, he is now enjoying focusing all his energy on the ...

Sundays are usually quiet for restaurants this time of year. Not the case at the Martha’s Vineyard Chowder Company (ChoCo). It’s busy. Why? Sunday Bloody Sunday, where you’ll find The Classic burger is only $5 from 11:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. How crazy is that? It’s a burger lover and/or Frugal Foodie dream. The burger is basic, ...

If you’ve ever been in CB Stark in Vineyard Haven, chances are you’ve seen the subject of today’s blog, Elysha Joy Metals. Between seeing the jewelry in person, and being captivated by it on instagram, I wanted to find out more. It’s funny, Elysha Roberts has worked with me several times with jewelry I bought at CB Stark, but...

As we get ready for Valentine’s Day, we thought we’d have a little fun real estate fun, with a special Home Crushes – The Difference Between Men and Women. And oh yes, there are some real differences, as this fun-in-cheek Valentine’s Day infographic illustrates.  ...

If you google the word frock, you’ll discover it is a noun meaning:  A woman’s or girl’s dress. A loose outer garment, in particular. If you google FROCK – Martha’s Vineyard, you discover an amazing boutique with handmade garments for woman. Located at 13 Beach Street Extension in Vineyard Haven, across from th...

Now I am not necessary a buffet fan, but there are those instances that change your mind. I recently discovered one — the buffet on Sunday nights at Copper Wok. For lunch and dinner, Copper Wok offers an all you can eat Chinese Buffet, from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., for $10.99, and from 4:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., it’s $14.99...

Earlier in the week, the Martha’s Vineyard Chamber of Commerce posted a picture (see below) of the shelves of the Island Food Pantry. These shelves are almost empty, and as you can guess, the need is at its greatest. When we saw that picture, we as group knew we could help. The Island Food Pantry is a 100% volunteer organization. ...

Many of you might be familiar with our Frugal Foodie series, but I just discovered from a friend, a way to relax, that is also pretty affordable. My friend, Alex, asked me if I wanted to get a massage on a Monday because Sea Spa Salon offers a great incentive. Massage Mondays, bring a friend, it’s BOGO, buy one, get one half o...