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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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.
Taste Event Sneak Peek: Here’s What You’ll Be Eating
Get your tickets now for the November 7 event, our biggest food shindig of the year.
Where to Eat Nostalgic Desserts in Greater Boston
Fudgy chocolate cakes, skillet cookies, and even a cheesecake-coffee cake hybrid.
Thaiger Den Brings Upscale Thai to Malden
Ancient Thai recipes, modern techniques, and a tom yum-inspired cocktail from the team behind Crying Thaiger.
Lesser-Known Mexican Spirits Are on Showcase at Boston Bars
Forget tequila—these other Mexican spirits are having a moment in Boston.
Can’t Get into These Top 50 Restaurants? Try Their Siblings.
Many of the restaurants on this year’s list also have terrific sibling spots worth a visit.
The Top 10 New Restaurants in Greater Boston
From a Vietnamese rooftop bar to a popular Uyghur eatery to a luxe Italian blockbuster, these ten newcomers electrified this year’s dining scene.
The Top 50 Restaurants in Boston
Our ruthlessly tested, unapologetically opinionated, and utterly essential annual guide to the best places to eat right in the city and beyond.
News Bites: CambridgeSide Gets a New Food Court
Plus, Mida expands to the Fenway, Monkey King Tea closes in Malden, and more food news for the week.
Bernadette Brings French-Inspired Fare to Salem This Fall
The North Shore city gets a new worthy, year-round destination, thanks to the second restaurant from Aaron and Shanna Chambers, who also own Settler across the street.
The Best Restaurants in Harvard Square
Graduate from ho-hum meals to A-plus soufflé pancakes and masterful bowls of ramen.
News Bites: Taco Azul Debuts on Beacon Hill with Margaritas and Guac Galore
Plus, Barbara Lynch’s restaurants are closing, Beacon Hill has a tiny new hummus shop, and more food news for the week.
The Best Places to Eat and Drink in Salem, Massachusetts Right Now
From sit-down dining to taprooms to candy stores, here’s how to make the most of your Salem trip, in October or otherwise.