If you’re new to visiting the Boston area, the first rule you need to know is that New Englanders take their clam chowder as seriously as their sports teams. We probably gulp down gallons of it every year, even during the hot summer months, when the city’s annual Chowderfest takes place. Everyone also has … Read more
You might say that Boston has gone to the dogs. According to city data, the number of registered dogs in Boston jumped from 2,700 to over 7,000 in 2019, thanks in part to a growing number of pet-friendly restaurants, stores, and parks. Not to mention Boston is home to a lot of employers that allow … Read more
If you’re looking for a tasty, nutritious meal to fill you up without expanding your waistline, it’s hard to beat pho (pronounced “fuh”.) Although this bone broth-based Vietnamese noodle soup has existed for over a century, it’s still relatively new to the Boston food scene. We can thank the Vietnamese who immigrated here after the … Read more
There’s a misconception that Thai food is practically the same as Chinese food. Although you’ll find plenty of stir fried noodle, meat, and veggie combo dishes in both types of restaurants, that’s where the similarities end. Thai food is noted for its sharp contrasts in flavor; spicy chilis typically share the spotlight in a dish … Read more
As little as 20 years ago, you would have had to do some detective work to find Indian restaurants in Boston, a city known more for its seafood and North End Italian food. But today, there are many Indian restaurants in Boston—a testament to the city’s evolving cuisine and ethnic diversity. In fact, with its often … Read more
If there’s one thing a Bostonian loves more than their sports teams, it’s the local seafood! Although no studies on the topic have been conducted that we’re aware of, we’re willing to bet that Massachusetts residents consume more fried clams, seafood salads, and lobster rolls than any other part of the country. That wouldn’t be … Read more
Restaurant Week Boston, now formally ‘Dine Out Boston’, is an event anyone who loves food and trying out new restaurants shouldn’t miss. Held twice a year (March and August), it’s an opportunity for participating restaurants in the city to showcase standout dishes and market themselves. For diners, it’s the chance to enjoy a special prix … Read more
Dim sum is more than just a meal; it’s a whole other dining experience. Instead of hovering over a buffet or having dishes quickly whisked to your table, servers navigate carts full of small plate items such as dumplings, buns, and congee (Chinese rice porridge) through the dining area. You make your selection and enjoy … Read more
Did you know that Boston made Instacart’s list of the most romantic cities in the U.S.? It’s true that Boston—and Massachusetts—has a lot for couples to enjoy: beautiful scenery, interesting attractions, and of course, delicious food! Whether you’re looking to impress on romantic date night, you’re celebrating Valentine’s Day weekend, you want to have … Read more
When it comes to restaurants that serve delicious French cuisine, you don’t need to drop money on a plane ticket to Paris. You’ll find plenty of them in Massachusetts. Wait – the state that gave us clam chowder and lobster rolls has no shortage of French restaurants? Mais oui! Maybe it’s because New Englanders love their … Read more
