Reporting live from a little Texan town called Comfort as we drive to Marfa, Texas, with the plan to keep driving to Las Cruces, N.M., to watch our New England Patriots in the big game in some New Mexican sports bar. Wondering how that will work out, but in the meantime I hear that Edgartown is covered in more snow, with temperatures in the low 10s once again. My heart goes out to you all as we drive through Texas, where it’s currently 80° — sending you warmth. Here’s what’s happening in chilly Edgartown this upcoming week:
On Thursday, Feb. 12, from 3 to 8 pm, head over to Dairy Queen for a Valentine’s Day fundraiser, where 100 percent of the proceeds support the Vineyard Breakers, the 14U AAU basketball team. The funny thing about New Englanders is that no matter the weather, they will always be in the mood for an ice cream treat, even in the winter!
The Great Annual Edgartown Sidewalk Sale on Feb. 14 and 15, 10 am to 4 pm, is at the Edgartown School gym. It’s presented by the Edgartown Board of Trade, and shoppers can score discounts up to 75 percent off on clothing, accessories, beauty products, and more from local stores including Nell, Sea Legs, Botanical Beauty, Sole, Island Outfitters, Rainy Day, Erica Wilson, and Sea Spa Salon. The event also serves as a fundraiser for the Edgartown eighth grade class trip, with students onsite selling coffee and homemade baked goods to keep you fueled while you browse. This is a great sale I annually shop at, but since I’m away on this road trip, I hope you shop on my behalf!
Also on the 14th, there’s “Chocolate Candy Making” with Jan Campbell at the FARM Institute. Join Campbell, founder of Chilmark Chocolates, in this hands-on class where participants will learn the basics of chocolate tempering and create their own box of chocolates to take home with them. There will also be an opportunity to make your own chocolate-covered strawberries to celebrate the holiday! The Art of Chocolates class was my absolute favorite class in culinary school — such a great skill to learn if you love pastry arts! Preregistration required for all FARM Institute cooking classes; sign up at thetrustees.org/event/443286.
If you’re looking for a delicious night out, join the team at Bettini Restaurant at the Harbor View Hotel every Thursday for their House-Made Pasta Experience! Indulge in their delicious pasta dishes and fresh salads from the Bettini menu for $39 per person, and you can elevate your experience with their wine pairing for an extra $29 per person. A fun winter culinary delight in the midst of this weather, and a great way to get out and see friends this winter! Putting this on my list for when I get back.
Birthday wishes go out to Sam Brooks on Feb. 15, Margarita Kelly on Feb. 17, and George Brennan on Feb. 18 — may your days be filled with warmth, joy, and good health; cheers to you!