Where Magazine Boston Dec 2018

GUIDE TO BOSTON

MEET

BOSTON BALLET STAR VIKA KAPITONOVA

MOVIE

DEBUT DIRECTOR DEVIN ADAIR

EXPLORE

THE WONDERS OF CHARLESTOWN

DECEMBER 2018

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December Where Boston

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04 TOP 5

Amazing ways to connect with the city this month.

06 CALENDAR

Save the date and check out these must-do events.

08 INSIDER

The best of what’s trending in local cider and fresh juices.

09 IN THE ’HOOD

Charlestown: Where to eat, drink, shop and have fun.

10 STATE OF GRACE

Filmmaker Devin Adair talks us through her Massachusetts-set directorial debut.

12 VIKA THE INCREDIBLE

Meet Viktorina Kapitonova— superstar acquisition for the Boston Ballet.

17 Art

25 Food

19 Sights

28 Shop

21 Scene

30 Maps

ON THE COVER Viktorina Kapitonova photographed

by Carlos Quezada.

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Y O U R T R AV E L I N G C O M P A N I O N S I N C E 19 3 6 ®

Kristin Chambers FOUNDER & TRAVEL DESIGNER, DA LUXURY TRAVEL

M V P | EDITORI A L & DE SIGN EDITOR Mike Hodgkinson ART DIRECTOR Chris Cardelli, Olivia Rushbrook STAFF WRITER Alex Oliveira

“Embrace the winter activities —ski by day, dinner by the fire at night.”

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Q: How does your job connect you to the city?

A: I own a travel design agency, and plan a lot of trips for Bostonians, who are culturally curious, highly educated and always seek engaging experiences abroad. We enjoy learning about their inspiration.

Q: What’s your favorite neighborhood restaurant?

A: La Voile on Newbury Street. Our office is only a few blocks away, and when our colleagues are in town, we love taking them here for lunch. The staff is so welcoming.

Q: What’s your favorite Boston attraction?

A: The Emerald Necklace: two-and-a-half miles of parks that wrap around Boston. Boston Common was America’s first public park.

Q: What’s your favorite iPod song for walking around town?

A: I am not going to overthink this one. “The Boss” immediately comes to mind.

Q: Which cultural highlights do you enjoy?

A: There will always be

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Q: What’s the most surprising thing about Boston?

A: Fenway Green is actually a patented color.

Go Sox! Q: What’s the best way to beat the winter in Boston?

A: Embrace the winter activities. Drive north for the weekend and settle into a New England retreat. Woodstock and Stowe are great options.

Ski or snowshoe by day, enjoy dinner by the fire at night. Many getaways offer culinary events throughout the winter, which pair nicely with a day in the snow.

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Go Snowy

Join the birders at Plum Island on the North Shore for a glimpse of the wonderful Snowy Owl. 2

Go Crackers

At one of the various performances of “The Nutcracker” to be found this holiday season.

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Let It Go

Sing along to “Frozen” with on-screen lyrics at the Regent Theatre in Arlington.

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Go Nordic

Have a very merry Swedish Yuletide at the Cyclorama, Dec. 8, featuring Lucia pageants.

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Go “Oooh!”

And maybe “Aaaaah!” at the free Family Fireworks display on the Common, 7 pm, last night of the year.

All month

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Cirque Dreams Holidaze An outlandish mash-up of Broadway musical and T -

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December at a Glance

ARTISAN FRENCH BISTRO OPEN EVERY DAY 480 COLUMBUS AVENUE BOSTON, MA 02118 (617) 867-0600 | PETITROBERTBISTRO.COM 11A.M. TO 10P.M.

Three top spots for delicious fresh juice

Juice Press

Found at several Boston locations, Juice Press offers organic coldpressed delights like the potent Rehab Shot and the Ginger Fireball.

The Juicery

DRINK

APPLE ALCHEMY

Head over to Salem Street in the North End for an exceptional selection of organic juices and super juices, including Jungle, Triple A and the irresistible Liquid Sunshine.

THE NORTH SHORE above Boston—which roughly covers the coastal counties

stretching from the city to the New Hampshire border—is a bottomless trove of rural folklore, natural beauty and charming saltiness. All of those elements have been condensed into the edgling Saintly ider label. isionaries aleb and Emily Noble have set out on a mission to combine cutting-edge cidermaking techniques with the kind of local knowledge that can only be tapped through deep orth Shore roots. history o cider barns abandoned since Prohibition, and of river mills once thick with the tang of crushed apples, has not been lost on the Saintly team whose outstanding dry cider ornerstone is complemented by stellar blends eaturing ginger spices verything ice and hibiscus mint eart Soul . For retail and bar locations check saintlycider.com

Mother Juice

Ensconced at various spots straddling Boston and Cambridge, the always excellent Mother Juice offers such delights as Unicorn Blood, Kale Yeah and the fully laden MOJU. For more great drinks in the city visit wheretraveler.com

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(MAIN) COURTESY SAINTLY CIDER; (SIDEBAR) ©SARAH DALE

Saintly Cider extracts taste-bud gold from local knowledge

FIND THE BEST IN CHARLESTOWN ONE BLOCK AT A TIME

Popular local institution Legal Sea Foods offers a coastal Italian spin on its briny fare at Legal Oysteria, where a brick oven drives the menu and casual table-sharing is an option. Tangierino has all manner of Moroccaninspired delectables and Pier 6 delivers outstanding waterfront dining.

(TOP & MIDDLE RIGHT) ©CHRISTINE MAUS; (BOTTOM) COURTESY LEGAL SEA FOODS; (MIDDLE LEFT) ©CHENSIYUAN/WIKIMEDIA COMMONS

 Legal Oysteria

10 City Square, 617.712.1988, legalseafoods.com

 Tangierino

The Warren Tavern draws a steady stream of history/ beer buffs and for good reason: It’s the oldest pub in Massachusetts.

Monument Restaurant & Tavern sits in the territory where gastro meets bistro; and Brewer’s Fork offers a handsome selection of ales and wood-fired pizzas.

 The Warren Tavern

2 Pleasant St., 617.241.8142, warrentavern.com

 Monument Restaurant & Tavern 251 Main St.,

73 Main St., 617.242.6010, tangierino.com  Pier 6 #1 8th St., 617.337.0054, pier6boston.com

617.337.5191, monumentcharlestown.com

The compact size and quiet residential vibe of Charlestown sends retail hounds two T stops north of Community College to Assembly Square, but anyone in search of toys and handmade art for kids can head to Mockingbird.

In season (June-October), the Charlestown Farmers Market is great.

A perennial highlight of Charlestown is the USS Constitution Museum, dedicated to preserving the legend of the sailing vessel affectionately known as Old Ironsides. Bunker Hill Museum, across from the skypiercing monument, will enlighten you about the first major battle of the American Revolution.

 Mockingbird

219 Main St., 617.242.0210, mockingbirdstore.com

 Charlestown Farmers Market City Square (Clockwise from top) The interior of Brewer’s Fork;

 Brewer’s Fork

7 Moulton St., 617.337.5703, brewersfork.com

 USS Constitution Museum Building #22,

Charlestown Navy Yard, 617.426.1812, ussconstitutionmuseum.org

 Bunker Hill Museum

43 Monument Sq., 617.242.7275, nps.gov

wood-fired pizza oven at Brewer’s Fork; great clam chowder at Legal Oysteria; Bunker Hill Monument.

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State of Grace

Filmmaker Devin Adair tells us why she shot her directorial debut in Massachusetts.

By Alex Oliveira

DEVIN ADAIR first made a name for herself on the Charles River. When she joined the crew team as an undergrad at Harvard, a woman had never sat in the coxswain’s seat of a men’s ‘eight.’ By the time she graduated, her boat would be the most decorated in Harvard history. At 23 she published a book, “The Challenge,” about the experience, which launched her down a path of screenwriting and production on films including “Break Point” and “Betting on Zero.” After a career producing other people’s work, Adair decided it was time to make something all her own.

EMPOWERMENT

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The result is “Grace,” starring Katie Cassidy and Tate Donovan, a movie she started writing at film school and finally brought to life here in Massachusetts. We spoke with Adair on the eve of the movie’s screening at the 2018 Boston Film Festival.

Where Boston: How did you begin your career as a writer?

Devin Adair: When I went to Harvard I found myself as the first female coxswain of the men’s crew team. Instead of writing a thesis during my senior year I began a book about my experience on the team: “The Challenge.” When I graduated I landed a job at The New York Times as a copy person, delivering clippings and coffees throughout the newsroom, but I continued working on “The Challenge” at nights and on the weekends. So I showed one of the editors at the Times what I’d written, and he loved it and had it published in the New York Times magazine as an excerpt of an ongoing work. That really launched my career; I landed a book deal and was given enough of an advance to write the book full time.

WB: What happened next?

DA: When “The Challenge” was published I received an offer to option the book into a movie. I was so done with the story, but the offer piqued my interest. At 23, I felt I wanted to be in a more collaborative business rather than live the hermit life of a writer, so I enrolled in Columbia film school. Between my first and second year at Columbia I started writing “Grace.” A professor of mine told me it was great and that I should use it as my thesis and move out to L.A. instead of finishing my third year in New York. I got an agent and a manager out there. I was working on it full time, and though the film almost got made a few times, eventually it fell

through. The experience got me into the film world in Los Angeles.

WB: What’s “Grace” about?

DA: It’s almost “Lady Bird” meets “Good Will Hunting.” It’s a female empowerment story. It’s about a young woman who has a big chip on her shoulder and in order to get on with her life she has to learn that if somebody’s going to treat you well you have to start by treating yourself well, and other people well, and that the narrative you give yourself is the one that imprisons you unless you change it up.

WB: Why did you pick Massachusetts?

DA: Well, for one, New England has a very distinct feel that really can’t be replicated anywhere else. Also the locations: The house we used is so distinct, it’d be very difficult to find one like it anywhere else.

It was easy to get equipment and crew up from N.Y. Also, Massachusetts has a great tax rebate for filmmaking, that was such a help that made a huge difference.

WB: What was it like making a movie in the place where you grew up?

DA: It was super-weird for me. Even though I grew up here and went to Harvard it was so bizarre coming back here to shoot. Everywhere I went had childhood memories. The production company got me an apartment two minutes from the house I grew up in, and across the street from Longwood Cricket Club, where I used to run around and play tennis. The house we shot the movie in is in Weston, and to get there we followed the same route I used to drive with my mom to visit my cousins. We filmed in some coffee shops in Jamaica Plain and there are all the penny candy stores we used to go to as kids. It was like this ghost travelling with me everywhere we went to shoot.

D E V I N A DA I R ’ S B O S TO N The director of “Grace” (above) picks out a few of her city highlights.  THE FREEDOM TRAIL. That part of Boston is so old and you really feel it when you’re walking The Freedom Trail. It’s also kind of extraordinary to think about what it was like to live here.  THE CHARLES RIVER. I love that the city is bisected by this incredibly beautiful winding river. The Boston basin is one of the most beautiful places I’ve ever been. When I was at Harvard I would always run around the river. Everybody should go to the Museum of Science and the “Salt and Pepper Bridge” aka the Longfellow Bridge.  THE SWAN BOATS. I have a nephew who lives in London, and the first time he came to Boston I was rabid to get him on those because my grandmother always brought us to the Swan Boats as a kid.

“Grace” won the Audience Favorite award at the 2018 Boston Film Festival.

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Vika the Incredible

By Mike Hodgkinson

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DECEMBER NEVER FAILS to deliver a flurry of spectacular cultural gifts to Boston— copious renditions of Handel’s “Messiah”; multiple Dickensian “Christmas Carols”; and a choice selection of wonderful “Nutcrackers,” the gold standard among which is staged by the Boston Ballet and artistic director Mikko Nissinen. This year, the company’s “Nutcracker” packs an extra treat in the shape of recently acquired ballet superstar, principal dancer Viktorina Kapitonova, whose journey from smalltown Russia to the top of her profession is nothing short of remarkable.

Vika, as she is known by friends, arrived in Boston over the summer on the back of a stellar stint (2010-2018) at Ballett Zürich, where reviews of her work were so glowing, they could keep you warm during a New England nor’easter. After proving her chops at the Kazan Ballet School and the Bolshoi

Theatre Academy, she won the prestigious Young Ballet of Russia competition in 2003 before starting her career as a soloist in Kazan and Moscow. We chatted with Vika about chess, honey bees, cold showers, soccer and, of course, “The Nutcracker.”

Where Boston: Tell us about your roots and childhood in Russia.

Vika Kapitonova: I come from Cheboksary, a small town on the Volga river, and I grew up in a family of beekeepers, near a forest.

When I was small my mum thought that I should learn how to dance, so she sent me to one of the art schools, where people were singing, dancing, drawing, making things. So I started to learn to dance when I was five years old. After some time, my teacher there said that I have talent and that it would be better to send me to a professional dance school.

©BROOKE TRISOLINI/COURTESY BOSTON BALLET

On the eve of “The Nutcracker” we caught up with Boston Ballet superstar Vika Kapitonova

(TOP & BOTTOM) ©MARIA HELENA BUCKLEY; (MIDDLE) ©BROOKE TRISOLINI/COURTESY BOSTON BALLET

“The Nutcracker” takes you to another world. You see amazing costumes and the magic starts happening. It’s really beautiful.

WB: Is eating honey the secret to being great at ballet?

VK: I don’t know—but I had a lot of honey.

My mum will send some honey to Boston: I’m just waiting.

WB: Do you need mental toughness to be a great dancer?

VK: Yes, I think so. You need to be strong, mentally and psychologically. If the people around you and your teachers believe you can do it, that will carry you through hard times. It’s hard work but you keep doing it and you become proud of yourself.

WB: What differences do you notice when you turn professional?

VK: When you are at ballet school, they encourage you to push your limits and they believe in you. In the theatre, you need to fight. Sometimes you just need to wait.

Sometimes you just get lucky: there is no one [else] and only you can do it. Then, you can show what you can do.

WB: Did your ballet training help you when it came time to have a child?

VK: Actually I think it’s the opposite.

Because we train, our muscles are hard, so when we need to relax the muscles they are not relaxed. When I had my baby it was not very easy. In some ways yes, it helped, because you get used to the pain. It’s hard work when you have to deliver the baby— so in this way it helps—but our muscles are so tight it’s hard to relax when we need to.

WB: What are you interested in outside of the world of ballet?

VK: I play chess. When I was growing up I played chess with my mum. It’s nice to sit down and play chess. It’s a really fantastic game—there are so many moves.

WB: We hear you’re a fan of Julie Andrews.

VK: Actually my husband introduced me to her. Julie Andrews is just wonderful, the way she is so elegant, the way she moves and talks. For me I would love to be like that. She’s really natural. It seems so easy, the way she acts. Yes, she’s my favorite.

WB: On movie night would you choose “The Sound of Music” or “Black Swan”?

VK: I would definitely watch “The Sound of Music.” “Black Swan” was a little bit too much, and a little bit exaggerated.

WB: On your instagram @vikakapitonova_ we saw you rehearsing in a Russian national soccer team jersey—do you follow soccer?

VK: I think I am starting to become a fan of soccer. My son is starting to play really well and we watched the World Cup. It was really interesting to watch how the players control the ball. It’s really amazing, the things they can do.

WB: What are some of the hardest things about being a high-level ballerina?

VK: Sometimes you’re jumping so much on the point shoes that you get a little hurt.

It’s important to stretch your muscles, and to change the water from hot to cold in the shower. For example it’s good to have warm water on the legs and then change to cold: [it’s called] a ‘contrast shower.’ The warm water relaxes the muscles and under the cold water the blood starts to move faster, the circulation. This way, it’s better for your muscles.

WB: Why is “The Nutcracker” so special?

VK: The music takes you to another world.

You see amazing costumes and you’re taken to a dream world, and the magic starts happening. People believe in magic, that this can happen. It’s really beautiful.

I think that people who come to see “The Nutcracker” get this warm atmosphere that all dancers try to give to the audience, and a magical experience.

WB: Do you have any advice for young girls who dream of becoming ballerinas?

VK: I would say you need to love to dance.

Sometimes people work so hard they forget to enjoy dancing. Enjoy what you do every day you can dance. Take every opportunity: don’t be shy or scared about it. Just go and do it.

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(From top) Form and expression in perfect harmony; exquisite lines; heart and soul. (Previous) Vika on point.

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L’ELITE

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L’elite Boutique, encompasses everything a bride could need on their wedding day. Couture bridal, evening wear, and bridesmaids are available at 14 Newbury Street. One stop shop. Custom-made gowns and alterations are offered at our atelier at 419 Boylston Street. 14 Newbury St., 617.424.1010, lelite.com

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JOE’S AMERICAN BAR & GRILL Since 1984, Joe’s American Bar & Grill on Newbury Street has been loved by locals and Back Bay visitors alike.

No matter where you call home, we have the comfort food you crave plus something delightfully unexpected with every bite. 181 Newbury St. (Corner of Exeter and Newbury), 617.536.4200, joesamerican.com

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DONATE OR VOLUNTEER Women’s Lunch Place provides a safe daytime shelter, nutritious meals and critical support services for women experiencing hunger, homelessness and poverty. 67 Newbury St., 617.449.4189, womenslunchplace.org

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MARIMEKKO Marimekko is a Finnish lifestyle design company whose original prints and colors have brought joy to people’s everyday lives since 1951.

We offer high-quality clothing, bags and accessories as well as home décor items ranging from textiles to tableware. 140 Newbury St., 917.247.2500, marimekko.com

G2O SPA + SALON

L’ELITE

At G2O Spa + Salon, we believe that self-care shouldn’t be a luxury, but a lifestyle, a holistic balance of beauty + wellness. Our new 17,000 sq. ft. space features spa exclusives found nowhere else in Boston, lavish amenities, and cutting-edge treatments providing a one-stop spa + salon oasis. 33 Exeter St., 617.262.2220, g2ospasalon.com

L’elite prides itself on dressing the modern woman of all generations.

Featuring couture designers that are fashion-forward and timeless, L’elite has a beautiful selection for every occasion. 14 Newbury St., 617.424.1010, lelite.com

SMALL PLEASURES Small Pleasures features antique and estate jewelry as well as vintage costume jewelry. The store also offers jewelry and watch repair, restringing and custom jewelry design.

Open Mon - Fri 11am - 6pm, Sat 10:30am - 5pm. 142 Newbury St., 617.267.7371, small-pleasures.com

BAUER WINE & SPIRITS

HÄSTENS BEDS

Come experience Bauer Wines vast selection of fine wine, local spirits and craft beer in the heart of Back Bay. Their selection is hand picked and focused on value. Services such as gift wrap and free delivery available. Open M-Sat 10am-11pm, Sun noon-8pm.

330 Newbury St., 617-262-0363, bauerwines.com

Complimentary White Glove Delivery to the Continental United States.

244 Newbury St., 617.992.6908, bostonluxbeds.com/hastens/

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Where to Go This month’s top picks for shopping, attractions and more L’ATTITUDE ART & SCULPTURE GALLERY We feature contemporary paintings, indoor and outdoor sculpture, fused and blown glass, mixed media, ceramics and other mediums.

We are a great destination for art lovers seeking unique art for home, gifts, or office.

T-Sat 10:30-5:30, Sun 11-4 460C Harrison Ave., Suite 8A 617.927.4400, lattitudegallery.com

A R E A GALLERY A new alternative for the contemporary art gallery, A R E A is an interdisciplinary space to celebrate art, design and architecture. We showcase local and international artists and designers and are active in both the primary & secondary markets. Open Wednesday - Sunday, 12pm - 6pm. 460C Harrison Ave., 857.209.1321, www.area.gallery

INFUSION ART GLASS Infusion Art Glass is a working glass fusing studio and gallery featuring functional and decorative glass tableware, and unique “carved images” on glass. When you visit, we are glad to share info about our materials and processes used to make unique and personalized gifts of glass.

460 Harrison Ave., Suite 8B 603.327.4602, infusionartglass.com

INTERNATIONAL POSTER GALLERY Located in SoWa after 23 years in Back Bay, International Poster is one of the world’s leading antique poster galleries.

The gallery’s large original collection features advertising posters from 1890 to the present. Subjects incl. food & spirits, travel, sports, fashion, war & more. Mon – Sat 10am – 6pm, Sun noon – 6pm. 460C Harrison Ave. (Park: 365 Albany street), internationalposter.com 16

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AC HOTEL BOSTON A NEW WAY TO HOTEL. Immerse yourself in the “coolest neighborhood”; a cultural and culinary hotspot at the crossroads of Back Bay, Chinatown, Theatre & Financial District, Seaport and Southie. AC Hotel Boston is where European soul meets the city’s artistic hub. 225 Albany St., 617.848.9063, marriott.com/boscd

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Lynne Kortenhaus: New Works on Paper Provincetown, at the fingertip of Cape Cod, continues to play a key role in Boston history—it was here in 1620 that the Pilgrims first landed and where, several centuries later, Anthony Bourdain earned his chops as a young chef. The place remains an easy-going countercultural hub, and a constant source of inspiration for local artist Lynne Kortenhaus, who has immersed herself in the fluid, seasonally fascinating coastal landscape. Kortenhaus works with a variety of materials including copper, wood and Plexiglass plates, as well as foraged and repurposed items. The Paul Dietrich Gallery at CambridgeSeven, 5th Floor, 1050 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge.

ART GALLERIES

COPLEY SOCIETY OF ART

America’s oldest nonprofit art association, Co|So shows more than 500 living member artists who range in ability from student to world-renowned. Open Tu-Sa 11 am-6 pm, Su noon-5 pm. 158 Newbury St., 617.536.5049.

DTR MODERN GALLERIES

DTR specializes in 20th-century masters and boasts a significant privately-held collection of works by artists including Picasso, Chagall, Basquiat, Dali, Botero and Warhol.

Open M-Sa 10 am-6 pm, Su noon-6 pm. 167 Newbury St., 617.424.9700.

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GALERIE D’ORSAY

Galerie d’Orsay represents international art masters including Rembrandt, Matisse and Dali, as well as highly recognized contemporary painters and sculptors. Open M-Sa 10 am-6 pm, Su noon-6 pm. 33 Newbury St., 617.266.8001.

INTERNATIONAL POSTER GALLERY

This poster nexus—recently relocated to SoWa—is globally recognized for its collection of 10,000 original vintage posters ranging from the 1890s to the post-war era. It also boasts the world’s largest collection of Italian posters, a series of 20th-century Swiss posters and one of the world’s finest arrays of Soviet posters.

Open M-Sa 10 am-6 pm, Su noon-6 pm. 460C Harrison Ave., 617.375.0076.

KINGSTON GALLERY

One of SoWa’s first galleries, this artist-run cooperative shows alternative and contemporary works by local artists, including Julie S. Graham and Elif Soyer. Open W-Su noon-5 pm. 450 Harrison Ave., 617.423.4113.

KRAKOW WITKIN GALLERY

This gallery focuses on minimal and conceptually based work from international artists, including Sol LeWitt and

Julian Opie, as well as many Boston artists. Open Tu-Sa 10 am-5:30 pm. 10 Newbury St., 617.262.4490.

M. FINE ARTS GALERIE

This gallery in the SoWa arts district features international contemporary artists, including Beth Carter, Marc Chalmé, Michel Delacroix and Xavier Rodés, many of whom are only represented in the U.S. here. Open Tu-Sa 10:30 am-5:30 pm. 61 Thayer St., 617.450.0700.

MARTIN LAWRENCE GALLERIES

The charm of this Newbury Street gallery doesn’t stop at its aesthetic. The location features a comprehensive collection of works by Andy Warhol, Takashi Murakami and exclusive works by Sam Francis.

Open M-Sa 10 am-6 pm, Su noon-5 pm. 77 Newbury St., 617.369.4800.

PUCKER GALLERY

The Pucker Gallery features an eclectic yet sophisticated collection of international contemporary sculpture, fine art pottery, painting, print, drawing and photography.

Featured artists include locals like Joseph Ablow and Enrico Pinardi. Open M-Sa 10 am-5:30 pm, Su 10:30 am-5 pm. 240 Newbury St., 617.267.9473.

RAFIUS FANE GALLERY

Contemporary works in multiple media, like paintings, sculptures and photography, are always on display here.

Open W-F 1-5 pm, Sa-Su 11 am-4 pm. 460C Harrison Ave., Suite C24, 508.843.2184.

ROBERT KLEIN GALLERY

This gallery specializes in fine art photography by established and critically acclaimed masters of the 19th and 20th centuries, including Herb Ritts, Henri Cartier Bresson, Man Ray, Ansel Adams, Yousuf Karsh, Alfred Stieglitz and Walker Evans. Open Tu-F 10

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am-5:30 pm, Sa 11 am-5 pm.

38 Newbury St., 617.267.7997.

SAMSON

Samson’s exhibits feature highly contemporary, alternative and experimental art that pushes boundaries, running the gamut from film, video, music and performance to the more traditional notions of visual art from emerging, under-recognized as well as some established artists.

Open W-Sa 11 am-6 pm. 450 Harrison Ave., 617.357.7177.

SLOANE MERRILL GALLERY

Promotes contemporary, traditionally trained painters who work in oils and have a distinctive approach. Open Su-M noon-5 pm, Tu-Th 11 am-7 pm, F-Sa 11 am-8 pm. 75 Charles St., 617.227.1775.

THE SOCIETY OF ARTS AND CRAFTS

After 118 years in the Back Bay, America’s oldest craft organization moved to a brand new, 20,000-square-foot space in Boston’s Seaport District.

Open Tu-W and F-Sa 10 am-6 pm, Th 10 am-9 pm. 100 Pier 4, 617.266.1810.

SOPRAFINA GALLERY

Founded in 2001 by Frank Roselli, Soprafina is committed to exhibiting contemporary fine art, sculpture and photography by artists like Susan Gheyssari, Anne Krinsky, Michael Palmer and others. Open W-Sa noon-5:00 pm. 55 Thayer St., 617.728.0770.

seums—plus four research centers and possesses some of the nation’s foremost art collections, with holdings of Western art dating from antiquity, Islamic and Asian art, and European and American art since 1900. Open daily 10 am-5 pm. Admission: $10-15.

32 Quincy St., Cambridge, 617.495.9400.

THE INSTITUTE OF CONTEMPORARY ART/ BOSTON

This landmark fosters contemporary artists working in multidisciplinary forms.

Permanent collections include 21st-century sculpture, painting, video, photography and drawing. Also features lectures, family programs, dance and music performances, and film. Open Tu-W and Sa-Su 10 am-5 pm, Th-F 10 am-9 pm. Admission: $1015, free ages 17 and under and to all Th 5-9 pm. 25 Harbor Shore Drive, 617.478.3100.

ISABELLA STEWART GARDNER MUSEUM

Originally modeled after a 15th-century Venetian palazzo with a four-story interior courtyard garden and a modern wing in 2012, this museum gem showcases Isabella Stewart Gardner’s vast collection of more than 2,500 fine and decorative art objects, paintings, tapestries and furnishings. Admission: $5-15.

Open W and F-M 11 am-5 pm, Th 11 am-9 pm. 25 Evans Way, 617.566.1401.

YVE YANG GALLERY

MCMULLEN MUSEUM OF ART

With a belief that art plays an integral part in human history, Yve Yang Gallery dedicates its space to emerging artists and their dynamic, thought-provoking works. Open W-Su noon-6 pm. 460 Harrison Ave., Suite C8B, 617.834.5356.

Roman Renaissance Revivalstyle building at Boston College, boasts a 127-yearold stained glass triptych by John LaFarge. Open M-W and F 10 am-5 pm, Tu 10 am-8 pm, Sa-Su noon-5 pm.

2101 Commonwealth Ave., 617.552.8587.

ART MUSEUMS

HARVARD ART MUSEUMS

Harvard Art Museums are comprised of three institutions—Fogg, Busch-Reisinger and Arthur M. Sackler mu-

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MIT LIST VISUAL ARTS CENTER

This modern arts center is dedicated to the pursuit of contemporary art in all media.

Free admission. Open Tu-W and F-Su noon-6 pm, Th noon-8 pm. Wiesner Building, 20 Ames St., Cambridge, 617.253.4680.

Harrison building a contemporary art lover’s dream destination. Free event 5-9 pm. 450 Harrison Ave.

MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS, BOSTON

ART ON THE MARQUEE

Encyclopedic collection culls some of the world’s finest treasures, including international and contemporary art, instruments, photographs and textiles. Free guided tours available. Open Sa-Tu 10 am-5 pm, W-F 10 am-10 pm. Admission: $10-25. 465 Huntington Ave., 617.267.9300.

MUSEUM OF MODERN RENAISSANCE

Over the last decade, Russian artists Nicholas Shaplyko and Ekaterina Sorokina have transformed their Somerville home—a former Masonic lodge—into one kaleidoscopic piece of art. Vibrant murals and individual works featuring Russian cupolas, celestial objects, mystical beings, birds and flowers cover nearly every inch of the place.

The artists are currently petitioning to have the building listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Visitors can tour the museum by appointment set in advance, or attend one of the frequent events. 115 College Ave., Somerville 857.997.2037 NATIONAL CENTER OF AFROAMERICAN ARTISTS

Founded by Elma Lewis and celebrates the heritage of visual arts created by Black artists. Showcases African, Afro-Latin, Afro-Caribbean and African-American collections. Admission: $4-5. Open Tu-Su 1-5 pm. 300 Walnut Ave., Roxbury, 617.442.8614.

ART WALKS/OPEN STUDIOS

SOWA FIRST FRIDAY

At the center of the SoWa Arts District, on the first Friday of each month more than 70 SoWa Artist Guild artists open their studios to the public en masse, making their 450

PUBLIC ART

Located outside the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, an 80-foot-tall, multi-screen LED marquee shows a rotation of works by contemporary local artists. Daily artist M-F 7 am-10 pm, and rotating showcase of work Su. 415 Summer St. BOSTON WOMEN’S MEMORIAL

With respective pedestals as props, sculptures of Boston’s Abigail Adams, Lucy Stone and Phillis Wheatley depict how each woman used language in her own life, challenging the conventions of their times.

Commonwealth Avenue Mall, 256 Commonwealth Ave. GRAFFITI ALLEY

Pedestrians may stumble upon this tucked-away alley in the heart of Central Square.

Its fundamental purpose is to connect Mass. Ave. with a public parking lot, but it’s a lot of fun to look at.

565-567 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge.

HARBORARTS

The Boston Harbor Marina & Shipyard is a surprising hot spot for experiencing monumental sculpture and public art by contemporary local artists. 256 Marginal St., 617.982.3244.

MIT PUBLIC ART COLLECTION

Lauded tech school MIT also has an artistic side. The school’s campus has become a hotbed of creative works in all media, and the university is also known for its artful architecture—take, for example, the Frank Gehry designed Stata Center. Audio tours available. 20 Ames St., Cambridge, 617.253.4680.

Sights Life According to Fur Seals!

Chiidax, Luna and Kitovi could be furnishings available at IKEA, but in fact they’re three delightful northern fur seals cared for by the New England Aquarium. Two were rescues, Kitovi was born on site, and all of them are saline ambassadors for the protection of their kind, which was hunted commercially until 1966. Go check them out, and marvel at their oversized flippers, furry coats and ability to walk on land. New Balance Foundation Marine Mammal Center, NEAQ, 1 Central Wharf, 617.973.5200

ADMISSION/ DISCOUNT PASSES

CITYPASS

Save 43 percent off admission and skip lines at four participating sites. Valid for nine consecutive days from first use; purchase online or at each site. $56; $44 ages 3-11. New England Aquarium; Harvard Museum of Natural History, 26 Oxford St., Cambridge; Museum of Science, 1 Science Park; Skywalk Observatory, 800 Boylston St.; Boston Harbor Cruises, Long Wharf; For information, call 208.787.4300 or 888.330.5008.

CITY SIGHTS

THE FREEDOM TRAIL

Focused on the American Revolution, from the Colonial period to the War of 1812, this 2.5-mile, red-painted and bricked path connects 16 historic sites, each of which has its own story. 617.357.8300.

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NEW ENGLAND AQUARIUM

Explore the world’s waters from the Amazon rain forest to the Gulf of Maine. Come see the Giant Ocean Tank, a Caribbean coral reef environment boasting 2,000 sea creatures! Admission: $18.95-26.95.

Open M-F 9 am-5 pm, Sa-Su 9 am-6 pm. NEAq’s IMAX Theater screens films daily; tickets: $7.95-9.95. 1 Central Wharf, 617.973.5200.

HISTORIC HOMES

FREDERICK LAW OLMSTED NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE

National historic site commemorates the great American landscape artist.

Free guided tours of Fairsted, Olmsted’s historic design office and grounds, offered F-Sa between 9:30 am-4 pm. 99 Warren St., Brookline, 617.566.1689.

NICHOLS HOUSE MUSEUM

One of Beacon Hill’s earliest constructs, the Nichols House is an architecturally pure example of Bulfinch design that provides a fascinating glimpse into 19th- and 20th-century domestic life.

It was preserved as a house museum by Rose Standish Nichols, a self-taught landscape architect, suffragist and pacifist who inhabited the home from 1885-1960, adorning it with treasures from across the globe. Guided tours on the half hour. Tu-Sa 11 am-4 pm; Nov-April Th-Sa 11 am-4 pm. Admission: $10.

55 Mt. Vernon St., 617.227.6993.

LIBRARIES/CULTURAL CENTERS

BOSTON ATHENAEUM

One of the city’s largest and oldest membership libraries and its first museum of fine arts. Visitors may tour the first floor and galleries M-Th 9 am-8 pm, F 9 am-5:30 pm, Sa

9 am-4 pm, Su noon-4 pm. 10 1/2 Beacon St., 617.227.0270.

JOHN F. KENNEDY PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARY AND MUSEUM

BOSTON PUBLIC LIBRARY

Dedicated to JFK and the legacy of Camelot, spotlighting such subjects as JFK as a child, the 1960 campaign, Vietnam, the Peace Corps, and civil rights. Open daily 9 am-5 pm.

Admission: $10-14, free ages 12 and under. Columbia Point, 617.514.1600.

America’s first municipally-funded public library houses millions of books, manuscripts, music scores and art and boasts a scenic courtyard, events and exhibits. Open M-Th 9 am-9 pm, F-Sa 9 am-5 pm, Su 1-5 pm.

Copley Square, 617.536.5400.

MUSEUMS

BOSTON CHILDREN’S MUSEUM

Kick off a visit to this youngster-friendly museum by scaling the giant, three-story New Balance Foundation Climb. Kids engage in interactive and educational displays; exhibits include “Arthur and Friends” and “Our Green Trail.”

Open Sa-Th 10 am-5 pm, F 10 am-9 pm. Admission: $16. 308 Congress St., 617.426.6500.

HARVARD MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY

Offers a look at fascinating objects, including meteorites, 1,500 mammal and bird specimens, and the a dazzling collection of 3,000 glass flowers and plants. Open daily 9 am-5 pm. Admission: $10-15. Children under 3: Free. 26 Oxford St., Cambridge, 617.495.3045.

THE MARY BAKER EDDY LIBRARY

Explore achievements of Mary Baker Eddy, 19th-century writer, teacher and businesswoman who founded the Christian Science religion, The Church of Christ, Scientist, and the newspaper The Christian Science Monitor. Admission: $4-6. Open Tu-Su 10 am-4 pm. 200 Massachusetts Ave., 617.450.7000.

PEABODY ESSEX MUSEUM

Collections include American art and architecture, maritime art and history, Native American art, Asian export, African, Oceanic and contemporary art, photography and the fascinating Yin Yu Tang house. Great hands-on activities, tours, concerts, classes and family programs. Open Tu-Su 10 am-5 pm. Admission: Adults $20, seniors $18, students (with ID) $12; Free for youth (under 16) and Salem

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PEABODY MUSEUM OF ARCHAEOLOGY AND ETHNOLOGY

World cultures are highlighted with Native American and Latin American galleries.

Exhibits include: “Day of the Dead” and “The Legacy of Penobscot Canoes,” Ongoing. Admission: $1015, free ages 3 and under, includes admission to the Harvard Museum of Natural History. Open daily 9 am-5 pm. 11 Divinity Ave., Cambridge, 617.496.1027.

SALEM WITCH MUSEUM

This popular museum brings the Witch Trials of 1692 to life, recreating the drama of accusers and accused, court proceedings and the execution of 20 victims. On exhibit: “Witches: Evolving Perceptions.” Multilingual translations available.

Admission $9-12, free under age 6. Open daily 10 am-5 pm.

Extended hours in October.

19 1/2 Washington Square North, Salem, 978.744.1692.

THE USS CONSTITUTION MUSEUM

Located beside where Old Ironsides is berthed, the museum teaches about the historic warship named

by George Washington.

Suggested $3-10 donation.

Open daily 9 am-6 pm.

Charlestown Navy Yard, 617.426.1812.

PARKS & NATURE

MOUNT AUBURN CEMETERY

America’s first landscaped cemetery. Many 19th-century forward thinkers are buried here: Mary Baker Eddy, Isabella Stewart Gardner, Oliver Wendall Holmes. 580 Mt. Auburn St., Cambridge, 617.547.7105.

THE ROSE KENNEDY GREENWAY

The Greenway, as locals call it, spreads across 15 acres in the heart of the Financial District.

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It was created after the Big Dig, which sent previously elevated highways here underground, and it is inspired by other urban green spaces like New York City’s Battery Park City and Amsterdam’s Vondel Park. Lots of things to do here, including incredible public art installations, splash fountains, food trucks, craft beer pop-ups, Glow in the Park and carousel rides. Chinatown to the North End.

RECREATION

BROOKLYN BOULDERS

This specialized fitness center is the place to get your climb on. Bouldering and auto belay, top roping and lead climbing and a variety of wall heights. Day pass: $29. Gear rentals: $2-$11. Open M-F 7 am-11:00 pm, Sa-Su 9 am-11:00 pm. 12A Tyler St., Somerville, 617.623.6700.

MINUTEMAN BIKEWAY

Bikeway created on an inactive railroad track.

Eleven-mile trail for recreational cyclists and commuters extending from the Alewife MBTA Station to the town of Bedford and traversing Lexington, Arlington, Cambridge. Start: Alewife MBTA Station, Cambridge; End: Depot Park, South Street, Bedford.

SKY ZONE

This indoor trampoline park that is located outside Boston offers endless amounts of fun for those of all ages.

Bounce off the walls, do flips, but most of all get exercise.

Tickets: $10-25. Open Tu-Th 3-8 pm, F 2-11 pm, Sa 10 am-10 pm, Su 10 am-8 pm.

91B Sprague St., Hyde Park, 857.345.9693.

SPORTING EVENTS

NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS

Quarterback Tom Brady and team rule the Razor. Ticket prices vary. Gillette Stadium, 1 Patriot Place, Foxboro. Tickets: 800.745.3000.

“The best hands-on Museum I’ve seen.”

Scene Bebel Gilberto Born in New York to bossa nova pioneer João Gilberto and singer Miúcha, Bebel Gilberto was raised in the family business and has become a superstar of Brazilian-flavored aural loveliness in her own right. To sink into one of her rich and seductive grooves is to stroll Copacabana Beach by moonlight while drinking the water from a freshly cropped coconut and inhaling soft fumes of after-sun lotion from the nape of your loved one’s neck: a heady combo. Dec. 16, City Winery, 80 Beverly St. at One Canal, 617.933.8047

BARS

THE HAWTHORNE

Jackson Cannon directs this rendezvous that is a great place to lounge with a craft cocktail or small bites like fingerling potato skins and toasted curry popcorn.

Bartenders create custom drinks based on patron desires, as well as age-old standards and original inventions. Open daily 5 pm-1 am. 500 Commonwealth Ave., 617.532.9150.

MIRACLE OF SCIENCE BAR & GRILL

This “geek-chic” watering hole caters to its brainy clientele with beaker-inspired bar ware and a huge periodic table of menu items that decorates the tiny space. A full bar offers great mixed libations. Open daily 11-1 am. 321 Massachusetts Ave., 617.868.2866.

BARS: IRISH

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THE BURREN

Named for a stretch in County Clare filled with stone structures, this no-frills Irish pub slings cheap beer, good cheer and is a Davis Square staple.

There’s live traditional Irish music seven days a week.

Open M-Th 11:30-1 am, F 11:30 am-2 am, Sa 10 am-2 am, Su 10 am-1 am. 247 Elm St., Somerville, 617.776.6896.

J.J. FOLEY’S CAFE

In business since 1909, J.J. Foley’s is a friendly, family owned neighborhood Irish pub that caters to a working class crowd. Grab a beer and some tasty yet inexpensive food. Open M 11 am-10 pm, Tu-Th 11 am-11 pm, F-Sa 11 am-12:30 am, Su 10:30 am-10 pm. 117 E. Berkeley St., 617.728.9101.

BARS: SPORTS

GAME ON! SPORTS CAFE

The self-titled “official” bar of any game that’s on, this two-story venue sidles up to Fenway Park. Above the bar and around the room, more than 30 HDTVs screen professional and college games. Open Su-W 11:30 am-1 am, Th-Sa 11:30 am-2 am. 82 Lansdowne St., 617.351.7001.

JOSHUA TREE BAR & GRILL

Sports, burgers and beer are big here. Custom draft system offers 32 beers on tap; sporting matches shown on a 106-inch HD projector screen. Open M-Th 4 pm-1 am, F 11:30-2 am, Sa 11-2 am, Su 11-midnight. 256 Elm St., Somerville, 617.623.9910.

and shoot ‘em on vintage Brunswick Gold Crown billiard tables or test your skills at bowling, shuffleboard or skee ball. Players who want to feast can nosh on American food with a Southwestern bite. Bowling rates: $7-9 per person per game; shoe rental $4. Billiards and shuffleboard: $15-18 per hour. Open M-W 3 pm-1 am, Th-F noon-1 am, Sa noon-2 am, Su noon-11 pm; 21+ after 6 pm. 50 Dalton St., 617.266.2695; 60 Seaport Blvd., 617.401.0025.

BREWERIES & DISTILLERIES

BOSTON HARBOR DISTILLERY

This local distillery opened its doors in late spring of 2015 serving up its signature liquor—Lawley’s New England Spirit—from within this former factory. For 10 bucks, visitors can take a tour of the 11,000-square-foot space, learn about the building and the distillery’s history, and try a couple samples in the lounge. Open Sa 1-7 pm.

12R Ericsson St., Dorchester, 617.533.7001.

BILLIARDS/BOWLING

TRILLIUM BREWING COMPANY

Swanky gaming hall and lounge, with locations in Back Bay and Seaport. Rack ‘em

Opening in 2013 with its Fort Point Channel location featuring “farmhouse-style” brews, including Skimpy Sparrow IPA and Secret Stairs

KINGS LANES, LOUNGE AND BILLIARDS

Boston Stout, this brew hub now boasts a second location in Canton. Open M-F 11 am-7:30 pm, Sa 11 am-6 pm.

369 Congress St., 617.453.8745; 110 Shawmnut Road, Canton, 781.562.0073.

COMEDY

IMPROV ASYLUM

North End-based sketch comedy troupe strives to provide the best comedic theater in Boston on the fly.

Multiple main stage shows and alternative programming.

Reservations recommended.

Tickets: $7-33. 216 Hanover St., 617.263.6887.

FILMS

COOLIDGE CORNER THEATRE

This building was originally a church, but was converted into a theater in 1933 and is now an Art Deco movie house—one of the top 10 art house film exhibition theaters in the country—that shows predominantly art and independent films. Full schedule online. 290 Harvard St., Brookline, 617.734.2500.

THE BRATTLE THEATER

Classic, cutting-edge, foreign and art-house films are shown at this repertory theater, where a screening of the German film, “Der Hauptmann von Köpenick,” kicked things off in 1953.

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LIVE MUSIC CLUBS

CITY WINERY

On the Venn diagram where rock n’ roll intersects with wine, you’ll find City Winery, familiar in other parts of the country but a very welcome arrival to Boston’s West End. Check listings for gigs and vino-centric happenings. Open daily 5-11 pm. 80 Beverly St., 617.933.8047.

HOUSE OF BLUES

This landmark concert hall on Lansdowne Street plays host to new acts as well as rock n’ roll legends and can accommodate up to 2,400 fans. Full schedule online. 15 Lansdowne St., 888.693.2583.

NIGHTCLUBS/ LOUNGES

THE GRAND

Clubbing gets a Seaport upgrade at The Grand, featuring cutting-edge sound and visuals, a wrap-around LED wall and a jazzed-up feeling of glitzy opulence. Big-name DJs have already started calling this place home—check out I Love Mondays. Full details online. (F-M) 10 pm-2 am. 58 Seaport Blvd., 617.322.0200.

PERFORMANCE VENUES

WANG THEATRE AT BOCH CENTER

The Wang Theater, formerly The Metropolitan Theater, features crystal chandeliers, gilded Renaissance-style frescoes and imported marble.

It can accommodate 3,600 audience members and is one of only a few capable of accommodating the national Broadway tour production of “Miss Saigon.” Full schedule online. 270 Tremont St., 866.348.9738.

THEATER

AMERICAN REPERTORY THEATER

In association with Harvard University and led by artistic director Diane Paulus, the

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A.R.T. is a professional nonprofit that has won many awards, including a Pulitzer Prize and a number of Tony Awards. Show times vary.

Loeb Drama Center, 64 Brattle St., Cambridge, 617.547.8300.

BROADWAY IN BOSTON

Broadway in Boston presents the official touring productions of hit Broadway plays and musicals. Principal show times: Tu-Th 7:30 pm, F 8 pm, Sa 2 pm and 8 pm, Su 1 pm and 6:30 pm. Boston Opera House, 539 Washington St. 866.523.7469.

THE LYRIC STAGE COMPANY OF BOSTON

Boston’s oldest professional theater company, a mid-size organization that produces contemporary productions written by accomplished and emerging playwrights from Shaw to Mamet. Tickets start at $36. 140 Clarendon St., 617.585.5678.

SHEAR MADNESS

Fresh, funny and set in a hair salon, this “whodunit” lets the audience match wits with the suspects to catch the killer in this hilarious murder mystery.

Show times: Tu-F at 8 pm, Sa at 5 pm and 8 pm, Su at 3 pm and 7 pm; call for added shows. Tickets: $61. Stage II at The Charles Playhouse, 74 Warrenton St., 617.426.5225.

TICKETS

ARTSBOSTON CALENDAR

What to do, where to go, what to see: The ArtsBoston Calendar is a go-to resource for current and upcoming performances, exhibits, festivals and free events. The site is updated daily, curated weekly and features hundreds of deals from BosTix. TICKETMASTER

Provides tickets for concerts, sporting events, arts, theater and family activities at local venues and arenas.

800.745.3000.

Explore Kendall Square Food Tour We love Kendall Square: Wherever you wander, there’s a feeling that the walls around you are thick with futuristic schemes dreamed up by the super-smart bods at MIT. We may not have access to the area’s secret laboratories, but we can chow down alongside today’s young Einsteins at the local eateries, the most fascinating of which are mapped out by Off the Beaten Path Food Tours. This delicious tech-centric experience is a six-stop filler for mind and body. offthebeatenpathfoodtours.com

CRUISES

CLASSIC HARBOR LINE

Classic Harbor Line’s elegant, 80-foot, 1890s pilot schooner replica parades through the harbor with 70-foot masts and 2,000 square feet of sails.

Catch regular day, sunset and evening tours of Boston Harbor, as well as special events like picnic sails, weekend morning mimosa sails, fall foliage sails, and more.

Departs M-Th at 3:30 pm, F-Su at 1:30 pm and 3:30 pm; check schedule for added sails.

Tickets online. Rowes Wharf, 617.326.3737.

COURTESY OFF THE BEATEN PATH FOOD TOURS

NEW ENGLAND AQUARIUM WHALE WATCH

Sail out to marine sanctuary Stellwagen Bank where migrating humpback, finback and minke whales stop and feed. Naturalists narrate the four-hour journey aboard a comfortable high-speed catamaran. Tickets: $33-53 ($16 for kids under 3). New England Aquarium, Central Wharf, 617.227.4321.

ODYSSEY CRUISES

The three-deck Odyssey luxury yacht features sails around Boston Harbor and chef-curated plated meals.

After dinner, dance to music by live bands. Cruise options: lunch, dinner and brunch.

New Year’s Eve Dinner Cruise includes a champagne toast

at midnight. Visit website for full schedule. Tickets start at $51.90. 60 Rowes Wharf, 866.307.2469.

NEIGHBORHOODS

BACK BAY

Back Bay is one posh place to spend some leisure time.

Stores on Newbury Street and designer boutiques in Copley Place provide lavish shopping options and outdoor green spaces like the Public Garden and Copley Square offer serene spots to sit.

CAMBRIDGE

Cambridge is a city in its own right, with many unique squares like Central, Kendall and Inman. Its most wellknown square is Harvard, home to the titular university and its yard, as well as book stores, boutiques, and amazing restaurants.

NORTH END

Once Boston’s original posh neighborhood (home to Thomas Hutchinson and Paul Revere), this long-lived sector of Boston is now awash in Italian heritage. The North End shows off dozens of restaurants, artisan food markets and summers rife with saints’ festivals.

SEAPORT DISTRICT

The Seaport District boasts three things: art, food and

water views. It has a robust creative community, and innovative restaurants keep popping up. For panoramas of the skyline, walk the Harborwalk or sit outside the Institute of Contemporary Art.

Daniel Chester French, Pierre Puvis de Chavannes and Edwin Austin Abbey. Departs Dartmouth Street lobby M 2:30 pm, Tu and Th 6 pm, W and F-Sa 11 am, Su 2 pm. 700 Boylston St., 617.536.5400.

SOUTH END

FREEDOM TRAIL’S WALK INTO HISTORY TOUR

This enclave jumps right from the pages of a Henry James novel and is on the National Register of Historic Places as the country’s largest Victorian row house district. Food fans go wild for the sheer volume of great restaurants, while culture vultures devour the vibrant art scene.

TOURS

BOSTON DUCK TOURS

Eighty-minute tour narrated by “conDUCKtors” versed in local lore. Combines land tour with a splash in the Charles River. Departs the Prudential Center, Museum of Science and New England Aquarium daily. Tickets: $10.5039.50. Prudential Center, 53 Huntington Ave.; Museum of Science, 1 Science Park; New England Aquarium, 1 Central Wharf; 617.267.3825.

BOSTON PUBLIC LIBRARY ART & ARCHITECTURE TOURS

America’s first free municipal library has free guided tours taking visitors beyond the bookshelves to examine works by John Singer Sargent,

Led by 18th-century costumed guides, this 90-minute walking tours highlight official historic sites along Boston’s iconic red-lined route. Departs daily yearround from Boston Common or Faneuil Hall. Tickets: $8-14.

Boston Common, 139 Tremont St. 617.357.8300; ArtsBoston Booth at Faneuil Hall Marketplace.

OFF THE BEATEN PATH FOOD TOURS

History, folklore and fabulous local food—from root beer floats to artisanal gyros, pies and pizza—converge in the neighborhoods of Cambridge and Somerville.

Davis Square and Union Square are the focus, with more tours of nearby hotspots on the way. Morning and afternoon tours on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Check website for details. Somerville & Cambridge.

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TRANSPORTATION: NORTHEAST REGIONAL

AMTRAK

Amtrack offers the convenience of high-speed rail services, with routes like the Acela Express that travels from Boston to Washington, D.C., and The Downeaster, which journeys from Boston to Portland, Maine. North Station, 135 Causeway St. 800.872.7245; Back Bay Station, 145 Dartmouth St.; South Station, 2 South Station.

LIMOLINER

Bus service travels between Boston’s Back Bay neighborhood and Midtown Manhattan multiple times daily. Passengers can expect a movie, snacks (including a meal!) and free Wi-Fi. Pets allowed on select trips.

Tickets: $99. 145 Dartmouth St. 844.405.4637.

STEAMSHIP AUTHORITY

each terminal, from the Back Bay at Hynes Convention Center and Copley T Station.

Allow 20 minutes travel time. Daily 5 am-9 pm. $5; free with valid MBTA pass. Logan International Airport, 800.235.6426; Hynes Convention Center, 900 Boylston St.; Copley Square T Station, 650 Boylston St. MBTA BUS

The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority offers bus services to complement its subway system. Bus routes run throughout Boston proper, Greater Boston and suburbs. Operates from 5:15-12:30 am. Fares: $1.70-2.

617.222.3200.

Newton, Malden and Logan Airport with Downtown Boston. Fare per ride: $2.252.75. The subway operates from 5 am 1 am. 617.222.3200.

Includes Events Calendar and Tour information. salem.org

SUPERSHUTTLE

The GBCVB has two locations stocked with visitor guides, maps, and brochures from local businesses and more. Open daily 9 am-5 pm. Boston Common Visitor Information Center, 139 Tremont St.; Prudential Center Visitor Information Desk, 800 Boylston St.

Around-the-clock, affordable, shared-ride airport transportation since 1983.

SuperShuttle serves Logan International Airport and more than 40 other airports nationwide. Find curb-side attendants at Terminals A, B, C and E daily 7 am-11 pm.

Customers can also book online or by mobile app. Logan International Airport. For after-hour service (11 pm-7 am), please call 617.567.8900.

USEFUL INFORMATION

MBTA SUBWAY

DESTINATION SALEM

Boston’s subway system (a.k.a. the “T”) is the nation’s oldest.

It is comprised of five lines (Red, Orange, Blue, Green and Silver) and connects areas like

One-stop website for everything worth seeing and doing in Salem, MA, just a 30-minute train ride from North Station in Boston.

GREATER BOSTON CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU

NATIONAL PARK SERVICE VISITOR CENTER

Faneuil Hall serves as the National Park Service’s point of information for Boston National Historical Park and the Boston African American National Historic Site. Open daily 9 am-6 pm. Faneuil Hall, 617.242.5601.

Year-round ferry and fast-ferry service from Cape Cod to Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket, for both passengers and vehicles.

Tickets: $4.50-107 (additional charges for cars, bikes, etc.). 508.477.8600; Hyannis Terminal, 65 South St., Hyannis, 508.771.4000; Woods Hole Terminal, 1 Cowdry Road, Woods Hole, 508.548.3788.

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Information, maps of station locations and conditions are online. Pricing: from $2.50 for single trip to $99 yearly pass.

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Food Anna’s Taqueria The local, home-style Mexican fast food chain recently expanded to the Prudential Center in the Back Bay—head down there pronto if you have not yet sampled their superfresh range of made-to-order bowls, tacos, quesadillas and burritos. Community outreach is a big part of the Anna’s Taqueria philosophy: At this branch during the fall, New England Revolution soccer star Juan Agudelo took part in a ‘burrito roll’ to benefit the New England Association for Colombian Children. 800 Boylston St., 617.262.2300

BACK BAY

BAR BOULUD

French Acclaimed chef Daniel Boulud operates this Frenchinspired bistro and wine bar at the Mandarin Oriental hotel. Chef de Cuisine Michael Denk runs the kitchen, offering traditional Parisian bistro fare. B, L and D (daily), brunch (Sa-Su). Mandarin Oriental, 776 Boylston St., 617.535.8800.

DAVIO’S NORTHERN ITALIAN STEAKHOUSE

Italian Grand and sophis-

ticated, this restaurant is amenable to dates, business dinners, or even a simple glass of wine at the bar. Lengthy menu features regional dishes from northern Italy, as well as grilled meat a la carte.

Gluten-free menu available. L (M-F), D (daily). 75 Arlington St., 617.357.4810. $$$$; 236 Patriot Place, Foxboro 508.339.4810.

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DEL FRISCO’S DOUBLE EAGLE STEAK HOUSE

Steak House Famous for its Texas-sized slabs of prime, wet-aged beef, the luxe nationwide chain has two outastanding locations in Boston. The Seaport property overlooks Boston Harbor, and has a huge patio, while the newer Prudential Center spot in the Back Bay owns one of the city’s strongest wine cellars. The Alaskan King Crab tastes of the glacial sea from

which it just arrived; and the steaks drip with marrow, mingling with the soil and fruit of an expertly paired wine. L (M-F), D (daily). 250 Northern Ave., 617.951.1368; 888 Boylston St., 617.259.1568.

EARLS KITCHEN & BAR

American Although the first Earls cropped up in Canada in 1982, everything about the Somerville and Prudential Center outposts is local, from design elements to staff.

Concept is upscale casual; vibe is lively; food is modern, scratch-made and sourced around here. L and D (daily).

Assembly Row, Somerville; 800 Boylston St., 857.957.0949.

RED LANTERN

Pan-Asian This foxy Asianstyle restaurant and lounge off the Back Bay’s beaten track has some pretty amazing food. Try the duck buns (think slow-cooked hoisin barbecue duck with pickles stuffed into taco-shaped, fluffy, steamed bread), as well as the Singapore street noodles, the spicy tuna tempura roll and, frankly, the martinis. Excellent gluten-free offerings available. D (daily). 39 Stanhope St., 617.262.3900. $$$ SONSIE

International One of the best features of this longstanding Newbury Street restaurant

are its French doors that open right onto the sidewalk.

Inside, the vibe can be clubby, sophisticated and chic without being pretentious. The menu is international in flavor, seasonal in ingredients and follows the trends of upscale dining. In the morning, Sonsie serves espresso drinks and pastries. B (daily), L (M-F), D (daily), brunch (Sa, Su). 327 Newbury St., 617.351.2500. $$$ TOP OF THE HUB

American Expect modern, eclectic takes on regional New England cuisine with a focus on seafood. Top of the Hub also stands 52 stories above the city, so diners get a stunning view. Two wine cellars are the winners of Wine Spectator’s Award of Excellence. Dancing and live music in the lounge. L (M-Sa), D (daily), brunch (Su).

Prudential Center, 800 Boylston St., 617.536.1775. $$$

CAMBRIDGE/ CENTRAL SQUARE

LIFE ALIVE URBAN OASIS & ORGANIC CAFE

Vegetarian-Vegan-Raw All-

organic cafe is a magnet for vegetarians, vegans, macrobiotic and raw eaters and/or those who follow a gluten-free and paleo diets.

The plant-based menu is filled with healthy “warm meals” and “cool meals” with

fun names. B (M-Sa), L and D (daily). 765 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge, 617.354.5433. $ LITTLE DONKEY

Small Plates-Tapas James Beard Award-winning chefs Ken Oringer and Jamie Bissonnette focus on their global travels through diverse and unique (truly!) small plates, a raw bar, rotating charcuterie and eclectic cocktails. B and L (M-F), dinner (daily), Br (SaSu). 505 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge, 617.945.1008.

CAMBRIDGE/ HARVARD SQUARE

PAMMY’S

American The decor at Pammy’s is simple, rustic, classical and decadent all at the same time: just like the menu, where Sicilian anchovies elope with ricotta-stuffed artichokes and handsomely crisped red snapper dances a lascivious tango with Pammy’s signature chili sauce. Stellar. D (M-Sa). 928 Massachusetts Ave., 617.945.1761.

WAYPOINT

Seafood Michael Scelfo’s second Cambridge restaurant focuses on seafood in sharing plates, pizzas, pastas and inventive. D (daily).

1030 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge, 617.864.2300.

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MOONA

Eastern Mediterranean Shareable dishes embody the culinary traditions of the Eastern Mediterranean with such offerings as chicken liver, couscous tfaya with chickpeas, raisins and carmelized onions, lambchops with pistachio butter as well as plenty of dips, pickles and olives to snack on. D (daily). 243 Hampshire St., 617.945.7448.

CAMBRIDGE/ KENDALL SQUARE

ARTSCIENCE CULTURE LAB & CAFÉ

American/French No sur-

prise this place is within the bounds of MIT. ArtScience Culture Lab & Café explores innovations within the culinary world and shows off products being developed onsite. Inhale a cocktail or a flavor cloud; then munch on the refined, innovative cuisine. L (M-F), D (M-Sa). 650 E. Kendall St., Cambridge, 857.999.2193.

CHINATOWN

BAO BAO BAKERY & CAFE

Bakery The employees at this tiny Chinatown bakery are dressed in fun and bright purple uniforms, but Bao Bao serves a serious expanse of authentic pastries, baked goods and sweets, from almond and crunchy palm leaf cookies to taro sweet bread loaves. Sandwiches are also available. Open daily 6:45 am-7:30 pm. 77 Harrison Ave., 617.988.8191. $

DOWNTOWN

BACK DECK

American Like a neighbor’s backyard barbecue, this casual eatery serves up meats prepared on the open kitchen’s three hardwood charcoal grills. L (M-F), D (daily), brunch (Sa, Su). 2 West St., 617.670.0320. $$ FAJITAS & ‘RITAS

healthy southwestern barbecue and Texan fare at bargain prices. An all-around fun place to drink some of Boston’s best—and sturdiest—margaritas. L and D (daily). 25 West St., 617.426.1222. $ HALEY.HENRY

Wine Café Haley Fortier’s wine bar pairs more than 40 wines with tinned fish, cheese and charcuterie boards, crudo and salads. The oldworld European style decor is inspired by tiny wine bars found throughout Barcelona and Paris, which provides an intimate sipping and dining experience. L (Sa), D (M-Sa). 45 Province St., 617.208.6000.

EAST BOSTON/ AIRPORT

REELHOUSE

Global American Global cuisine with a New England slant is offered by outstanding destination restaurant ReelHouse, well worth the short hop over to East Boston—by water taxi if you like. Gorgeous space and great views back to the city too. L (M-F), D (daily), brunch (Sa-Su). 6 New St., East Boston, 617.227.4320.

FINANCIAL DISTRICT/ WATERFRONT

JOE’S AMERICAN BAR AND GRILL

American This mahogany and brass-accented eatery caters to a sophisticated crowd with an all-American menu that features salads, seafood and steak, barbecued ribs and chicken, unique pasta dishes and a variety of plates ideal for sharing. The Back Bay is one hopping hot spot for outdoor dining and has a retractable roof and windows, while the North End location features great waterfront views. L and D (daily), brunch (Sa, Su). 100 Atlantic Ave., 617.367.8700; 181 Newbury St., Back Bay, 617.536.4200. $$ LEGAL SEA FOODS

Southwestern Easygoing

Seafood Discover award-win-

restaurant featuring fresh,

ning chowder, pristine oys-

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ters, succulent Maine lobster, and more than 40 varieties of delicious fish and shellfish.

Excellent wine list. Hours vary by location. 100 Huntington Ave., 617.266.7775; 255 State St., 617.742.5300; 26 Park Plaza, Theater District, 617.426.4444; 20 University Road, Cambridge, 617.491.9400.

UNION OYSTER HOUSE

Seafood Opened in 1826, Union Oyster House is a National Historic Landmark and the nation’s oldest continuously operating restaurant. Fresh seafood is the main attraction and always has been, and the menu is heavy-handed on shellfish and oysters, fried and broiled fish, baked, boiled and broiled lobster and local Yankee favorites. L and D (daily). 41 Union St., 617.227.2750. $$

KENMORE SQUARE/ FENWAY

WAHLBURGERS

American Around the corner from Fenway Park, quintessential Bostonians Mark, Donnie and Paul Wahlberg open the third outpost in their family’s small chain of burger joints. On the menu: burgers and artisan-style sandwiches, onion rings, boozy frappes and more. L and D (daily). 132 Brookline Ave., 617.927.6810.

NORTH END

CAFFE DELLO SPORT

Café One of Boston’s oldest caffés where sports play almost as important a role as the delicious Italian roasts.

Select from espresso, caffè latte or latte macchiato or lunch on the inzaghi, zanetti or di vaio paninis. Imported grappa, Limoncello, Sambuca and other specialty liqueurs.

Caffé Dello Sport also screens

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soccer matches direct from Italy, on two large screens. B, L and D (daily). Cash only. 308 Hanover St., 617.523.5063. $ RISTORANTE SARACENO

Italian The owner will likely be the one to seat you at this friendly, family-run eatery that fills three, elaborately decorated floors. As for the kitchen, it replicates traditional Neapolitan-style cooking, and the focus of the menu is on meat, seafood and pasta made in-house. L and D (daily). 286 Hanover St., 617.227.5888. $$

SEAPORT DISTRICT/ FORT POINT CHANNEL

EMPIRE

Pan-Asian Empire is one of the largest restaurants to open in Boston in recent years, which makes it not too hard to find a seat and order up pan-Asian treats, from freshly rolled sushi

and delicate dumplings to spicy stir-fry. The lively open kitchen contains a noodle station, eight-seat wok bar and eight-seat sushi bar. D (M-Sa). 1 Marina Park Drive, 617.295.0001. $$$ MASTRO’S OCEAN CLUB

Seafood Boston’s addition to the nationwide collection of classic, elegant Ocean Club and Steakhouse locations makes a very comfortable home in the Seaport District.

First-class wine list, lively atmosphere. D (daily), brunch (Sa-Su). 25 Fan Pier Blvd., 617.530.1925.

SOUTH END

BAR MEZZANA

Italian Sophisticated and contemporary coastal Italian cuisine cooked by chef Colin Lynch. Handmade pasta, deliciously fresh crudo, and traditional Italian cocktails are all part of the mix. D (daily),

brunch (Su). 360 Harrison Ave., 617.530.1770.

THE BEEHIVE

Global This casual rendezvous point aimed at a funky, music-loving crowd is part café, bar, artist hangout and music club and plays to old bohemia. The menu features tasty and eclectic, globally inspired food. Nightly live music runs the gamut from jazz to cabaret to electronica. D (daily), live-music brunch (Sa, Su). 541 Tremont St., 617.423.0069.

BLACKBIRD DOUGHNUTS

Bakeries From popular South End restaurant The Gallows comes this bakery that focuses solely on the doughnut.

Fresh-made daily onsite, styles range from chocolate old-fashioned to wild berry Bismark. Open M-F 7 am-6 pm, Sa-Su 8 am-6 pm. 492 Tremont St., 617.482.9000; 20 Kilmarnock St.

Food

FRENCHIE

French Frenchie is a visionary, modern and supremely chilled spin on the Gallic standard. Small plates—including sublime salt cod croquettes and escargot toast— can be paired with a smart selection of great wines-bythe-glass. Choose between the main dining space or the greenhouse-style conservatory out back. L and D (daily), brunch (Sa-Su). 560 Tremont St., 857.233.5941.

PETIT ROBERT BISTRO

French Outstanding South End charmer, authentically French from escargots and coq au vin to bouillabaisse and steak frites—nice touches include a vegan soup of the day and a regular selection of local oysters. L and D (daily), brunch (Sa-Su). 480 Columbus Ave., 617.867.0600.

STELLA

Italian Evan Deluty’s Stella is a sexy room with a sleek bar and cuisine that is rooted in roasting, braising and homemade pasta. Great $6 appetizer menu M-F 4-6 pm. D (daily), brunch (Su). 1525 Washington St., 617.247.7747.

THEATER DISTRICT/ BAY VILLAGE

THE BRISTOL

American The Four Seasons’ sophisticated dining room, a bar that locals love for its people-watching power and an upscale spin on New England comfort food. Great view of the Public Garden, situated right across Boylston Street.

B, L and D (daily), brunch (Su). Four Seasons Hotel, 200 Boylston St., 617.351.2037. $$$$ MAGGIANO’S LITTLE ITALY

Italian This is the kitchen you might imagine your Italian grandmother running. Dig into platters of food served family-style. L and D (daily). 4 Columbus Ave., 617.542.3456. $$

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Shop Dr. Bessette Naturals As the choice of natural and vegan foods across Boston and neighboring Cambridge continues to grow, other product lines that shun the artificial and embrace the pure have started to pop up and are well worth seeking out. One such is the range of soaps and other fabulous skincare products sold under the Dr. Bessette Naturals banner: they’re all vegan, palm-free and sourced locally. Available online at drbessette.com; stall at Boston Public Market, 100 Hanover St., bostonpublicmarket.org

Finnish textile and design company recognized around the world for its saturated colors and gregarious patterns. Home decor, apparel and accessories. Open M-Sa 10 am-6 pm, Su noon-5 pm.

140 Newbury St., 617.247.2500; 350 Huron Ave., Cambridge, 617.354.2800.

SHINOLA

The Detroit-built company keeps its product development in the U.S., and the care and craftsmanship of its employees is evident in each swanky watch it produces.

Open M-Sa 10 am-9 pm, Su 11 am-7 pm. 800 Boylston St., 617.262.3400.

APPAREL: GENERAL

ALLSAINTS JOHNNY CUPCAKES

Johnny Cupcakes is not your average bakery. In fact, it’s not a bakery at all. Boston native Johnny Earle created one sweet street wear brand here in the Hub, and now serves up his highly sought-after, limited-edition cupcake-themed graphic tees—in pastry cases and commercial refrigerators, naturally—exclusively at his boutiques. Open M-Sa 11 am-8 pm, Su 11 am-7 pm. 279 Newbury St., 617.375.0100.

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KIT AND ACE

Vancouver-based company created its own fabric (Technical Cashmere) to provide sophisticated luxury apparel with the functionality of sportswear. Open M-Sa 11 am-6 pm, Su noon-6 pm. 208 Newbury St., 844.548.6223.

APPAREL: MEN

BALL AND BUCK

This local retailer only sells American-made products for style-conscious men.

Includes a complete Ball and Buck product line, and other exclusive brands. Open daily 11 am-8 pm. 125 Newbury St., 2nd Floor, 617.242.1776.

INDOCHINO

Men looking for a smart suit that fits perfectly can choose from endless options, including fabrics, buttons, lapels and more, at this custom showroom. Open M-F 10 am-8 pm, Sa-Su 10 am-6 pm.

85 Newbury St., 857.277.0585.

APPAREL: WOMEN

DECEMBER THIEVES

Exclusive and hand-crafted items are the name of the game at Boston-based jewelry designer and artist Lana Barakat’s store. Find her own Lazuli line, as well as pieces by other emerging designers, including Peg and Awl bags, apparel from Lurdes Bergada, scarves, body care products

and more. Open M-F 11 am-7 pm, Sa 10 am-6 pm, Su noon5 pm (South End closed M-W).

88 Charles St., 617.982.6802.

DIANE VON FURSTENBERG

Known for her signature wrap dresses and bold patterns, Diane von Furstenberg is nothing short of legendary.

The luxury line has expanded over its nearly 40 years of business, but the quality of style and abundant philanthropy has not. Open M-Sa 11 am-7 pm, Su noon-6 pm. 73 Newbury St., 617.247.7300.

BEAUTY

FRESH

Born-and-raised Boston beauty company Fresh offers top-quality skin care and cosmetics made from natural ingredients like soy, sugar and black tea. Open M-Sa 10 am-7 pm, Su noon-6 pm. 121 Newbury St., 617.421.1212.

BOOKS & MEDIA

BRATTLE BOOK SHOP

Longest continuously operating antiquarian book store in Boston. The Brattle houses used and rare book, from antique tomes to bestsellers, as well as maps and prints. Open M-Sa 9 am-5:30 pm. 9 West St., 617.542.0210.

BRIDAL

L’ÉLITE

Classic, timeless and fashion-forward, L’élite offers an unparalleled service in all bridal departments from the heart of the Back Bay. Bridal and bridesmaid showings appointment only; walks-ins welcome for Occasions. 14 Newbury St., 617.424.1010; 121 Newbury St.

DEPARTMENT STORES

BARNEYS NEW YORK

The Manhattan institution’s New England outpost spotlights the best of haute couture like Lanvin, Givenchy and Diane von Furstenberg as well as edgy looks from new designers. Open M-Sa 10 am-8 pm, Su noon-6 pm.

Copley Place, 100 Huntington Ave., 617.385.3300.

HOME

CASA DESIGN

For those with an eye for upscale, contemporary design, the showroom here offers a plethora of aesthetically pleasing options for both home and office. Open M-F 10 am-6 pm. 460 Harrison Ave., 617.654.2974.

JEWELRY

SMALL PLEASURES

Charming shop that specializes in antique, estate and custom jewelry, from engagement rings to cameo brooch-

COURTESY DR. BESSETTE NATURALS

ACCESSORIES

MARIMEKKO

Shop

Experience our vast selection of local

beer, wine and spirits in the heart of Back Bay

es and elegant necklaces.

Watch repairman on premises. Open M-F 11 am-6 pm. Sa 10:30 am-5 pm. 142 Newbury St., 617.267.7371.

OUTLETS

ASSEMBLY ROW

Somerville shopping destination with 50 upscale outlets, including Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5TH and Brooks Brothers Factory Store. Exclusive dining options, a movie theater with IMAX screen and more.

340 Canal St., Somerville, 617.440.5565.

WRENTHAM VILLAGE PREMIUM OUTLETS

330 Newbury St. t Back Bay t 617.262.0363

bauerwines.com

Find discounts of 25 to 65 percent off at this outdoor village-style outlet center 35 miles from Boston, with stores like Michael Kors and Saks Fifth Avenue Off 5th. Open M-Sa 10 am-9 pm, Su 10 am-6 pm. 1 Premium Outlets Blvd., Wrentham (exit 15 off I-495), 508.384.0600.

SHOES

SPIRITS & WINE

BAUER WINE & SPIRITS

Below street level on Newbury Street, this little liquor store has been around since 1960 and is not only well-stocked with some amazing deals, but the resident wine experts are usually available to answer any vexing questions. Free deliveries in Boston with $100 orders.

Open M-Sa 10 am-11 pm, Su noon-8 pm. 330 Newbury St., 617.262.0363.

SPORTS & YOGA APPAREL

CANADA GOOSE

If you’re going to battle through a blizzard on the way to the city’s bountiful selection of shows, restaurants and boutiques, you may as well look fantastic doing it—visit the Prudential Center’s new Canada Goose flagship for parkas, accessories and more.

Open M-Sa 10 am-9 pm, Su 11 am-7 pm. 800 Boylston St., 617.982.0320.

CONVERSE

CRANE & LION

Design your own pair of Chuck Taylor All-Stars here.

Huge selection of Converse gear, including lines like Jack Purcell, One Star and Star Chevron. Open daily 10 am-7 pm. 348 Newbury St., 617.424.5400.

No need to sacrifice a chic aesthetic while in your workout gear thanks to the simple elegance of Crane & Lion styles, which transition seamlessly from day wear to gym wear. Open M-Th 10 am-7 pm, F-Sa 10 am-8 pm, Su 11 am-6 pm. 460 Harrison Ave., Suite C2, 617.982.7145. ; 40 Charles St., 857.239.8170.

SHOPPING CENTERS

PRUDENTIAL CENTER

Upscale shopping mall featuring select brands including Aritzia, Johnny Was and Shinola. Hungry shoppers stop by Eataly Boston, Bar Boulud or others. Open M-Sa 10 am-9 pm, Su 11 am-8 pm.

800 Boylston St., 617.236.3100.

SPECIALTY FOODS

BOSTON OLIVE OIL COMPANY

This family owned store seasonally imports and bottles on site more than 60 varieties of the highest quality, unfiltered, extra virgin olive oil and finest-aged balsamic vinegar.

Open Su-F 11 am-6 pm, Sa 11 am-7 pm. 253 Newbury St., 857.277.0007.

NIKE BOSTON

This cornerstone of the sneaker world sits on the corner of Newbury and Exeter streets.

Look your best on and off the field, court or track with the newest in premium Nike running, training, basketball, football, soccer and sportswear product, with footwear, apparel and equipment for men, women and children.

Services include run analysis, styling, bra-fitting and more.

Open M-Sa 10 am-8 pm, Su 11 am-7 pm. 200 Newbury St., 617.267.3400.

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WHE RE I D E C E M B E R 2018

The Tip Tap Room I love The Tip Tap Room’s nice selection of aged whiskey that goes incredibly well with their boar meatballs, lamb burger or sword-

Black Maple Hill rye whiskey from O or ask them to make you a rye

You’ll be more than pleasantly surprised by one of Lowell’s hidden

–Molly Ford & Sarah Jesup, Co-founders, @thefoodlens

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The Keep Make your way up to Lowell [about 30 minutes north of Boston] and checkout The T selection is great, the food is good, and they have

Saloon Whenever we’re in the mood for whiskey, we

Rowes Wharf Bar Located in the Boston Harbor Hotel, Rowes Wharf Bar has a great list of Scotch categorized by

The Smoke Shop There are more than 220 different whiskeys at The Smoke Shop BBQ including the tasty

This Somerville speakeasy offers an impressive 120 different varieties and the vibe does

place to relax after a hard day of work –Kristin Quinn, Writer, @MisadventuresinMommyhood

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