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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A Brookline Diner Closes after More than 50 Years
Plus, a vegan mainstay reopens in Allston, a glitzy dumpling lounge debuts in the Seaport, a King Arthur pop-up shop is coming to town, and more food news for the week of September 8, 2024.
‘Guac, Tacos, Margs’: Taco Azul Opens on Beacon Hill in Fall 2024
Founder Dan Leyva hopes this is the first of many locations for the taco-focused Mexican restaurant.
Where to Eat in Greater Boston in September 2024
New and exciting restaurants to check out, plus new reasons to visit older spots.
Kaia, a Coastal Greek Restaurant, Opens This Fall in Boston’s South End
The next Greek restaurant from the team behind Krasi and Bar Vlaha leans into an Aegean theme of “fishing, feasting, and foraging.”
An ‘American Take on Oktoberfest’: A Massive Beer Hall Debuts in Medford
The Great American Beer Hall opens soon on Mystic Avenue, showcasing New England craft beers—plus pizza, live music, and lots of outdoor space.
Eat Hot Dogs and Get an Allston Christmas Shopping Bag
Plus, West Roxbury’s new all-you-can-eat brunch, Aloe Natural expands to East Boston, Plymouth’s new tequila haven, and more food news for the week of August 26, 2024.
Where to Find Greater Boston’s Juiciest Burgers
From fast-casual burgers to higher-end masterpieces, there’s a perfect patty for every taste.
Somerville’s Thirsty Scholar Pub Will Become ‘Welcoming’ Cocktail Bar Tall Order
Daiquiris & Daisies duo Daren Swisher and Joseph Cammarata are behind the project.
Kush by Saba Will Bring Modern Mediterranean to Somerville’s Union Square
Chef and Chopped champion Saba Wahid Duffy is turning her food truck into a restaurant early next year.
Fallow Kin Opening in the Former Craigie on Main Space This Fall
The farm-to-table restaurant from the Talulla team and chef Marcos Sanchez aims to open in the Central Square, Cambridge location this November.
Cambridge Brewing Company Says Goodbye; a Rice Krispies Treats Suite Says Hello
Here’s the Boston-area food news to know for the week of August 19, 2024.
Chef Douglass Williams’ DW French Closes in the Fenway
A fourth location of Mida, his Italian restaurant, will occupy its Boylston Street space this fall.
Black Rose European Bakery Comes to Newbury Street
Macarons, meat pies, and more.
Where to Find Gluten-Free Dining in Greater Boston
Dedicated gluten-free nights, special menus—and did someone say gluten-free pizza?
25 Must-Visit Restaurants in Providence, Rhode Island
From sizzling-hot newcomers to old favorites slinging flaming cocktails, the Ocean State’s capital city has an A-plus dining scene.