Boston Magazine

Everything you need to know—from new high-speed lifts and expanded terrain to cozy après-ski spots and insider tips from local experts—about the best of New England skiing, all within a few hours’ drive from Boston.

It’s amazing what a few miles can do to the market. This month, we compare a cheery green home west of Boston with a three-story Jamaica Plain residence.

New and exciting restaurants to check out, plus new reasons to visit older spots.

With 11,000-square-feet of space and resort amenities—including an outdoor kitchen and heated pool—this rustic residence is bound to impress.

An Irish pub and a cocktail bar reopen today, with a third restaurant on the way early next year.

A few favorites, old and new, that are worth the drive from the city.

Welcome to the new frontier of kids’ parties, where cupcakes are so last season, and the only thing inflated more than the balloons are the blockbuster budgets.

An innovative nine-play series kicks off with a reflection on family, tradition, and the immigrant experience.

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.

Our intrepid society columnist reports from Boston’s swankiest affairs, including the Fine Arts Work Center’s Summer Awards Celebration, the Stargazer Gala, and Jack Connors’ last Beach Ball.

Fudgy chocolate cakes, skillet cookies, and even a cheesecake-coffee cake hybrid.

Ancient Thai recipes, modern techniques, and a tom yum-inspired cocktail from the team behind Crying Thaiger.

Forget tequila—these other Mexican spirits are having a moment in Boston.

When a Stoughton police officer preyed on a teenage trainee, a nightmare began—and a ghastly crime lay hidden for years. Is justice for Sandra Birchmore still possible?

Many of the restaurants on this year’s list also have terrific sibling spots worth a visit.