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Where to Eat in Central Square Right Now

The smarty-pants set over at Harvard and MIT need brain food, and the myriad restaurants in Central Square are more than up for the challenge. […]

Julia Child-inspired hors d’oeuvres from the 2016 tribute dinner at Puritan & Co.
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Eight Pop-Up Dinners and Culinary Events around Boston in August

SRV Cicchetti Takeover: Chef David Punch We don’t always head out to Newton for dinner, but when we do, we often end up at a […]

Watermelon French macarons by Maca Boston.
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Eight New Dessert Shops Now Open around Boston

The European-inspired sweets scene is booming in Boston this summer, with très chic new places to pick up treats. From assortments of colorful French macarons, to […]

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Cool Off This Summer with 28 Essential Ice Cream Shops in Boston

No one loves ice cream as much as New Englanders do—even in the dead of winter, we’ll brave icy temps to get our cone fix. […]

Luah specials are on the patio at City Tap House this Fourth of July
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Fourth of July Clambakes, Beer, and “Hamilton” Karaoke in Boston

With July 4 landing on a Wednesday this year, it might be hard to hit the beach with just one day off—especially with all that […]

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The Coolest New Outdoor Dining Spots around Boston

Alden & Harlow Nosh on crispy Berkshire pork belly, or chicken-fried local rabbit, and sip a seasonal cocktail or two as you take in the sights […]

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The 15 Lobster Dishes Every Bostonian Must Eat

Is there a more iconic New England delicacy than fresh lobster? Whether it’s served in the shell with plenty of drawn butter and a smattering […]

FIFA World Cup
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Where to Watch the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Boston

Whether you’re a diehard Messi fan, or you’d rather leave football up to Tom Brady, it’s impossible not to get excited about the largest global, single-sport […]

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10 Pop-Up Dinners, Food Fests, and Must-Eat Culinary Events in June

Cicchetti Night with Brian Mercury The executive pastry chef at Oak + Rowan is the latest guest chef slinging complimentary cicchetti—Italian bar snacks—alongside the regular […]

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Where to Eat Memorial Day Brunch in Boston

Barcelona Wine Bar Both locations of this tapas spot are taking Monday reservations for a Mediterranean twist on brunch, with dishes like a Serrano ham […]

A picnic basket from Davio's
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Boston Picnic Guide: Where to Order, and Where to Eat

These seven Boston-area restaurants make it easy to have a gourmet meal en plein air with picnic packages and catering options—and we made it easy to […]

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Five Places to Get Ice Cream in Boston Right Now

In rain, in March snow, or in May mugginess, Boston is, and always will be, an ice cream town. From longtime favorites like J.P. Licks […]

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7 Kid-Friendly Restaurants and Dining Deals Around Boston

The next time you want to do something special for a busy parent in your life, consider giving a gift card for a family night […]

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The Spring 2018 Boston Beer Garden Bucket List

This post was updated Wednesday, June 6, with details about the Tapped Beer Truck at Quincy PorchFest. We will continue to update this list if […]

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Seven Local Rosé Ciders to Try This Spring

From our iPhones to our Le Creusets, dusty, warm, pretty pink is everywhere in 2018. That includes inside rosé-tinted glasses—and we’re not just talking wine. […]