Eric Q. Doyle sells nuts at the Harvard Farmer's Market.
Eric Q. Doyle sells nuts at the Harvard Farmer's Market.

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We got a tip that the nut guy at the farmer's market was hot. So we had to see for ourselves. Mostly, we imagine, people ask him, "What's the price of your nuts?" We rose above and asked the serious questions. We even (reluctantly) rejected the free samples.
By Libby R. Coleman

We got a tip that the nut guy at the farmer's market was hot. So we had to see for ourselves.  Mostly, we imagine, people ask him, "What's the price of your nuts?" We rose above and asked the serious questions. We even (reluctantly) rejected the free samples.

Hometown: Bethlehem, Penn.

Ideal Date: Eating excellent Asian cuisine.

What you look for in a girl/guy: Bright eyes and a sense of humor.

Where to find you on a Saturday night: Reading at home or roasting nuts.

Your best pickup line: “Have I ever sold you nuts?”

Best or worst lie you’ve ever told: I told my father I was accepted into UPenn.

Something you’ve always wanted to tell someone: Joe Biden makes me happy.

Favorite childhood activity: Catching amphibians.

Favorite nut: Almond.

Favorite farmer’s market stand other than your own: Soluna’s Herbal Garden.

Describe yourself in three words: Eccentric, happy, vibrant.

In 15 minutes you are: Pretty much the same as right now.

In 15 years: I’ll still have my health and optimism.

Best story: I have random encounters with customers in the Boston area. They yell "Hey nut
guy!" or "He’s got great nuts." Generally I tell these folks to call me "Nutsy."

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