You’ve had tacos, tamales, pupusas, arepas…but have you ever had a huarache? That was my pick for dinner the other night at Tacos Lupita, the Salvadoran tacqueria in Somerville.

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Some of the greatest food pleasures can also be the most inexpensive. There’s nothing better on a Sunday than reading the paper over at a diner for less than $10. But enjoying inexpensive quality food isn’t limited to eating out. One of our favorite places to buy groceries is the lowly Market Basket.

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The cost of European wine is about to go up, according to a story in this morning’s New York Times. The dollar is weak, the Euro is strong, and while prices have remained steady in recent months, Boston retailers say they’re expecting a significant uptick in ‘08.

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Jeff Fournier is a busy guy. The young chef/owner of 51 Lincoln in Newton Highlands recently inked two significant deals on new projects; expect to hear much more about him in coming months.

In the first deal, he signed on as chef/owner of Vintage, the West Roxbury steakhouse with the historically great decor and uninspired food. His goal is to create what he calls a “contemporary American” restaurant, with the same high standards and creativity that earned him raves at 51 Lincoln. (more…)

Welcome to the inaugural post of Chowder, Boston magazine’s new daily food blog, where we’ll share our favorite food finds, restaurant news, advice on where to eat…anything new and interesting in the Boston food world. I’m Amy Traverso, Boston’s food editor, and I welcome your feedback, tips, and questions. You can find me at food@bostonmagazine.com.

So let’s begin, shall we?

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