The Parker House Hotel in Boston created the Parker House roll in the 19th century, a fluffy yeast-fed roll with a central crease. The rolls are made from white flour and a butter base, and are a signature dish of the luxurious Omni Parker House restaurant. The recipe can be found in cookbooks and online, […]
Charlie Parker, a self-taught alto saxophonist, revolutionized jazz with his masterful improvisation. He played at Minton’s Uptown House in Harlem, where Bebop was born. Parker’s personal life was chaotic, and he died at 34 due to drug and alcohol abuse. His recorded legacy is highly regarded. Charlie Parker is considered one of the most important […]
Dorothy Parker was a writer and critic known for her wit and cynicism. She was a founding member of the Algonquin Round Table and published poetry and short stories. Her personal life was marked by tragedy and multiple marriages. She was investigated by the FBI during the McCarthy era and died in 1967, leaving her […]
