Appreciating Barbara Lynch, a “Work in Progress”

To the Editor,

I've re-read Kris McGinn's profile, “Barbara Lynch: A Work in Progress,” (Manchester Cricket, Sept. 4, 2026) of former restauranteur and chef Barbara Lynch many times.  Barbara's story of rise, fall, and renewal is epic, told in vivid detail and with great sensitivity.  The photos are beautiful, too.

I'm impressed The Cricket invested 18 months in this article—it shows.  

So glad to learn more about our new neighbor, and I wish her all the best in her recovery and next chapter in town. 

Allison Moir-Smith

Manchester