Jacqueline Cain

Contributor

Jacqueline Cain is a food and drinks writer and editor. She is the former Deputy Food Editor at Boston, and has also written for Edible Boston, Apartment Therapy, Eater Boston, and other outlets.

City Life

Julian Edelman Made You a Drink, Boston

The Patriots legend sips on the JE 11 and discusses Taylor and Travis, Pop Warner memories, and holiday traditions.

A selection of Thai dishes at S & I to Go
Restaurants

The 17 Best Restaurants in Allston

Contrary to certain undergrad associations, it’s not all dive bars—though those are great here, too.

Broccoli alla grillia "Caesar" at Fox & the Knife
Restaurants

22 Best Restaurants in South Boston

From the stronghold diners to the late-night haunts, here’s where to eat in Southie right now.

Interior of a brewery, with black stools at a light wooden bar.
Restaurants

A Woman-Owned Brewery and Taproom Comes to Jamaica Plain

Drawdown Brewing Company will open in Egleston Square this month, drastically diversifying Boston’s beer scene.

Fireplace at the Banks Fish House.
Restaurants

31 Boston Restaurants with Cozy Fireplaces

Whether you’re braving the cold for dinner, a date, or just a few drinks.

The bathroom at Fool's Errand
Restaurants

22 Best Restaurant Bathrooms in Greater Boston

Psst… don’t forget to wash your hands.

Exterior of a building, with retail spaces on the first floor. Signage reads Blue Bandana Relics, Bow Market, and Tiny Turns Paperie, and a breezeway is built through the center of the building.
Restaurants

Somerville’s Bow Market Expands

The tucked-away Union Square maker-market has added storefronts right on Somerville Avenue—and there’s more food to enjoy.

Interior of a brewery taproom with black walls and blue lighting.
Restaurants

A Neo-Goth Taproom Opens in Brighton

Widowmaker Brewing’s second location tries to keep Boston’s punk-rock spirit alive with stoner-metal vibes and an in-house restaurant by Bone and Bread.

Overhead view of a lobster claw and tail on a plate with grilled pineapple and fennel and a thin brown sauce.
Restaurants

Amar, from Acclaimed Chef George Mendes, Debuts 17 Stories above the Back Bay

The modern Portuguese restaurant spearheads the food and beverage program at the newly opened Raffles Boston.

Restaurant interior photographed during the day, with lots of natural light. The space has white, grey, and peach tones and lots of plants.
Restaurants

Gufo Brings Modern Italian (and Bocce!) to East Cambridge

The team behind SRV and the Salty Pig is serving pasta and pizza at a new spot—and it’ll soon be a cafe by day, too.

Restaurants

26 Perfect New England Summer Drinks

From beer and boxed wine to canned cannabis cocktails, the region’s best beverages are made for sunny days.

A brewery features plants, light wooden accents, and a colorful mural that says Long Live.
Restaurants

Here’s a Sneak Peek at Long Live Beerworks’ Boston Taproom

The popular Providence brewery’s second location will open soon in Roxbury.

Restaurants

Braintree’s Popular Widowmaker Brewing Will Expand to Brighton in 2023

The local brewer will collaborate with street food business Bone and Bread to open a taproom and kitchen in the former Brato Brewhouse space. Expect “goth ski lounge” and “intergalactic, spacey, stoner rock” vibes.

Two sliders sit on a plate, filled with a pulled meat substitute and arugula.
Restaurants

Comfort Kitchen Brings Global Flavors to a Historic Dorchester Space

Celebrating ingredients of the African diaspora, the community-minded restaurant is now open in Upham’s Corner, serving affordable lunch and destination-worthy dinner.

Three columns of elaborate croissants, each column with a different topping.
Restaurants

Here’s Where to Find the Best Bakeries in Boston Right Now

Whether you want everyday pastries or special-occasion cakes, these shops rise to the top.