Julia Child could do way more than saute. In fact, she could spy on Nazis. The Smith alumna was part of a pre-CIA group called the Office of Strategic Services (OSS), created by FDR. Many other famous folks were involved with the OSS, which trained resistance movements and spied on German and Russian forces during World War II. The news of Child's spy(-ish) status wasn't a secret, but today, the government releases full documentation on......

Mike of The Food Monkey has joined Bostonist to share his thoughts about cooking, food history, restaurant trends, and any other Epicurean issues. He promises to discuss what tastes good, but not always what is in good taste. For more on consuming the opponents and other food news, go to The Food Monkey website. To contact Mike, go to the Food Monkey's contact page. Foodie Fight to Benefit the Jacques Pépin and Julia Child Scholarship......

--Casting Meryl Streep as our beloved Julia Child? Appetizing or nauseating? One writer's tummy churns at the thought. [MenuPages] --Cab drivers are organizing in preparation for a battle with the mayor over whether or not they have the right to refuse fares that might be dangerous. [Boston Herald] --Attention, Logan Airport passengers: Continental Airlines is moving to Terminal A from Terminal C on November 11. And the white zone is for immediate loading and unloading......

Have you always wanted to wear a fedora with a "PRESS" card tucked on the side? Well, Bostonist is growing! We're adding to our staff, and we're looking for people who can't wait to spread the latest news of our city across the Internet. Here's the personalities we're after: —You are a diehard foodie who goes out several times a week. You salivate at the prospect of a new restaurant opening, you have a......

Growing up Beard on Bread was a staple in our parent's kitchen. Bostonist has been familliar with James Beard and his books on almost anything available; outside cooking to eating better for less money. After James Beard’s death two decades ago Julia Child helped to create the James Beard Foundation to preserve and promulgate America's culinary heritage. Gothamist told us about the non-profit troubles that the foundation has gone through in the past year. Scandal......