Food Editor
Rachel has been covering the Boston-area restaurant scene in various capacities since 2008, including nine years as editor of Eater Boston. A Massachusetts native, she currently resides in Medford with her husband, sons, cat, and too many (mostly dead) plants. When not writing about food, she's playing music or buying yet another cookbook she'll never use.
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Where to Indulge in Holiday Lunch in Boston
Here’s the 2024 rundown on special weekday lunch menus available around the city this holiday season, featuring luxurious steaks, seafood, and lots more.
The Ultimate Holiday Guide to Eating, Drinking, and Merrymaking in Boston
Where to find the best holiday cocktail pop-ups, hot chocolate bars, Santa teas, highly decorated restaurants, and ski-lodge-inspired winter patios in and around the city.
Where to Eat in Greater Boston in December 2024
New and exciting restaurants to check out, plus new reasons to visit older spots.
Cambridge Cocktail Bar Brick & Mortar to Become Italian Aperitivo Bar
Owners Avery Appleton and Gary Strack are revamping the acclaimed 13-year-old spot into Acqua & Bocca, debuting in early 2025.
27 Great Gifts for Fun Food People: Kitchenware, Merch, and More
From “emotional support pierogi” fanny packs to Fluff prints, our food editor’s recommendations for some excellent presents to give family and friends this holiday season.
The Best Local Gifts You Can Eat
Add these New England-made sauces, spices, sweet treats, and more to your shopping list this holiday season.
News Bites: Coastal Greek Restaurant Kaia Opens in the South End
Plus, Levain Bakery expands to the Seaport with giant cookies, a swanky basement lounge opens in an old police precinct, and more food news for the week.
News Bites: “Somebody Feed Phil” Comes to Boston
Plus, pintxos arrive on Beacon Hill, a French-inspired bistro debuts in Salem, and more food news for the week.
Zurito, a Love Letter to Pintxo Bars, Debuts on Beacon Hill
The tribute to Spanish Basque Country is the latest restaurant from power trio Jamie Bissonnette, Babak Bina, and Andy Cartin, who opened Downtown Crossing’s Somaek earlier this year.
Where to Find the Best Pot Pies around Boston
There’s a reason it’s the ultimate comfort food. Bookmark these picks for gravy-drenched-chicken classics, plus a couple curveballs.
Sneak Peek: Mimi’s Chūka Diner Opens Soon in Somerville
Japanese-Chinese cuisine meets American diner influences in this forthcoming restaurant from a longtime pop-up.
Where to Eat in Greater Boston in November 2024
New and exciting restaurants to check out, plus new reasons to visit older spots.
The Lenox Hotel Restaurants Are Reborn
An Irish pub and a cocktail bar reopen today, with a third restaurant on the way early next year.
Where to Eat in Boston’s Suburbs
A few favorites, old and new, that are worth the drive from the city.
Spy Bar Brings the ‘Listening Lounge’ Trend to the South End
From the team behind the Beehive and Cósmica, the Revolution Hotel spot is the latest version of a new-to-Boston trend that dates to 1950s Japan.