Where Magazine Boston Jan 2019

GUIDE TO BOSTON

MEET

BOSTON SUPERCHEF MICHAEL SCELFO

DISCOVER

THE LEGENDS OF BOOTLEGGER BOSTON

EXPLORE

PARK SQUARE AND BAY VILLAGE

JANUARY 2019

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January anuary 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 on the restaurant scene.

10 IN THE ’HOOD

Park Square & Bay Village: Where to eat, drink and shop.

12 BOOTLEGGER BOSTON

Take a tour Prohibition-era Boston with Emily Sweeney.

14 MARKED FOR TASTE

Local superchef Michael Scelfo shares his thoughts on food, music and tattoos.

16 Art

25 Food

18 Sights

28 Shop

21 Scene

30 Maps

23 Explore

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ON THE COVER Chef Michael Scelfo photographed by Huge Galdones.

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 ®

Seth Greenberg FOUNDER, STERLING GROUP MANAGEMENT

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

“Boston is like an old soul —the city pays respect to its history.”

M V P | CIRCUL ATION MARKETING & CIRCULATION MANAGER Emily Goodman A DV ERTISING JAMES G. ELLIOTT CO., INC. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Pat O’Donnell ACCOUNT MANAGER Sarah Dale

339.222.6194, s.dale@jgeco.com

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

A: Ever since I was at Boston University, I’ve had business interests here. I started as a nightlife promoter and then developed nightclubs, restaurants and hotel projects. I currently have business here and plan to do more. I’m very bullish on Boston.

Q: What’s your favorite neighborhood restaurant?

A: erafina on e bury Street is brand new and attracts an interesting mix of students, residents and tourists. The food is de icious but a ordab e and not pretentious.

Q: What’s your favorite Boston event?

A: HUBWeek attracts all the new innovations from the Boston community.

It demonstrates how Boston is at the forefront of tech innovation for the world.

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

A: “Don’t Look Back” by Boston or “Dream On”

by Aerosmith. So many great bands have come out of Boston.

BOSTON

ACCOUNT MANAGER Diane Sacken

917.421.9053, d.sacken@jgeco.com ACCOUNT MANAGER Mary Joe Clark 781.707.6565, m.clark@jgeco.com

Q: Which cultural highlights do you enjoy?

A: I would strongly encourage any tourist to visit t e ,I , e England Aquarium and the Tea Party Museum.

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

A: Boston is like an old soul. The city pays respect to its history and is re ected in its architecture. It doesn’t want to be overdeveloped but rather to grow at its own pace. But there are great restaurants and hotels here and charming neighborhoods.

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

A: Embrace the cold— and go ice skating at the Frog Pond on Boston Common.

BEST TIP Sunday brunch at Mistral, and Chalet below Bastille Kitchen on the weekends: It’s a cool, clubby-style lounge with a chalet vibe.

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BOSTON

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Go Hypernatural

Head to the Seaport District to check out Okuda San Miguel’s magical and vividly colored sculptures.

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Go Swing

On the interactive installations at the ICA for “William Forsythe: Choreographic Objects”—all month.

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Go Pop

On view at Galerie D’Orsay on Newbury Street, a fabulous collection of pop art masterpieces.

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Go Wonka

Roald Dahl’s “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” musical lands at Boston Opera House, Jan. 8-20.

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Go Twitch

Bundle up for the Superbowl of Birding at Joppa Flats on the North Shore.

From Jan. 19

Graciela Iturbide’s Mexico Few photographic exhibitions will spin your head like this look at Mexico through the lens of Graciela Iturbide—125 images, taken over five decades by one of Mexico’s greatest living photographers. More than just a cultural overview of one of the world’s most fascinating countries, this show takes scenes of everyday life and elevates them to a space that is at once surreal, ordinary and at times sinister. Of especial interest is the section on “Juchitán” (the role of women in Mexican society). Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, 465 Huntington Ave., 617.267.9300

Jan. through March

Boston Wine Festival The nation’s longestrunning wine and food festival turns 30 this year, overseen as always by chef Daniel Bruce, and featuring grand traditions such as Battle of the Cabernets and the Valentine’s Day Dinner Dance. Boston Harbor Hotel, 70 Rowes Wharf, bostonwinefestival.net

For a full calendar of events, go to wheretraveler.com/boston/local-events

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(MAIN) ©GRACIELA ITURBIDE; COURTESY BOSTON HARBOR HOTEL

January 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.

Awe-INSPIRING GLOBAL Perspective Boston LANDMARK SEE THE MAPPARIUM® at THE MARY BAKER EDDY LIBRARY

Experience a three-dimensional perspective of the earth!

Newly installed LED lights now produce even deeper colors and tones in this world-famous stained-glass globe.

M B E L I B R A RY.O R G | 617- 4 5 0 -7 0 0 0 | 2 0 0 M A S S AC H U S E T T S AV E . , B O S T O N

Three essential superchef restaurants

Little Donkey

Oleana

Celebrated fusion pioneer Ana Sortun oversees a menu that

FOOD

MASTER CLASS

range of Turkish and Middle Eastern cuisine to a whole new level: wonderful.

Bar Boulud offers peerless French food, wine and ambiance IF YOU’VE EVER tasted wine alongside a sommelier, you’ll have heard some out-

andis descri tions smoked meat and eat er, a eat fie d on a summer day, moist i e tobacco t ese distinct avors and scents are care u y cu tivated, aged or years in ooden casks, unti t ey are ready to fi t e g ass on your tab e t ar ou ud, art o su erc e anie ou ud s g oba em ire, t e dining e erience is muc ike sitting in a cask o ine, and s imming about it t e avors s bent anks rom s ent ine barre s arc across t e dining room over ead, ar ou ud s kitc en sends avors and scents to your table that rival the most complicated wines on their list. The escargots persillade is a must, and t e boudin b anc tru ed ork sausage , i ave you orgoing erman or t is renc oston sta e 776 Boylston St., 617.535.8800

Sportello

This is what happens when Boston culinary legend Barbara Lynch takes the classic Italian trattoria as her starting point—superfresh, modern and seasonal.

For more great food in the city visit wheretraveler.com

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James Beard Award winners Ken Oringer and Jamie Bissonnette serve up stunning global tapas on an everchanging menu.

PROMOTION

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FITNESS HUB ACTIVEWEAR BOUTIQUE Fitness Hub Activewear Boutique offers a curated collection of luxury activewear from the world’s top designers. Shop activewear, athleisure, and fitness apparel that transitions you from the studio to street, from barre to the bar, and everything in between.

223 Newbury St., 617.530.1184, fitnesshubshop.com

CASA ROMERO Casa Romero, home of the Perfect Margarita, was established in 1972 and is the oldest restaurant in the Back Bay. We feature authentic Mexico city cuisine, we are open every day for dinner at 5:00 pm and we open for lunch on Saturdays at noon and Sundays at 1:00 pm. 30 Gloucester St., 617.536.4341, casaromero.com

RITA SORRENTINO MAKEUP

DONATE OR VOLUNTEER

With over 35 years experience, Rita is one of the most highly regarded makeup artists in New England.

Whether she is called upon to create a signature look for a client, lead a Beauty Master Class or travel globally – Rita’s warm disposition and keen eye to bring out a woman’s individual beauty has made her indispensable to clients, art directors, editors and celebrities! 9 Newbury St., 617.424.6676, ritasorrentinomakeup.com

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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Make a speedy beeline for Mooncusser, where the menu is loaded up with Atlantic seafood classics and local game-changers (like the bluefish terrine), and don't overlook the Legal Sea Foods branch at Park Plaza. Rebel’s Guild is the historically themed eatery at the Revere Hotel.

 Mooncusser Fish House 304 Stuart St.,

617.917.5193, mooncusserfishhouse.com

 Legal Sea Foods

26 Park Plaza, 617.426.4444, legalseafoods.com  Rebel’s Guild 200 Stuart St., 617.457.2625, reverehotel.com

If the sidewalk is your catwalk and you’re in the mood to splash big-time, Bottega Veneta at the corner of Arlington and Boylston is the perfect option. Every imaginable skate option—ice for winter, board and inline for summer—can be found at Beacon Hill Skate Shop.

 Bottega Veneta

310 Boylston St., 617.960.

0880, bottegaveneta.com

 Beacon Hill Skate Shop 135 Charles St.,

Winter would not be the same without quality time spent in an Irish bar and MJ O’Connor’s at the Park Plaza Hotel offers all the expected wood-paneled coziness. The Bristol at the Four Seasons is suitably upscale, with table views of the Public Garden, an asset shared by Bistro du Midi.

 MJ O’Connor’s

27 Columbus Ave., 617.482.

2255, mjoconnors.com  The Bristol 200 Boylston St., 617.351.2037, fourseasons.com/boston

 Bistro Du Midi 272 Boylston St., 617.426.7878, bistrodumidi.com

When the blizzards strike head indoors to Exhale spa, where you can find barre, yoga, manicures and more.

City Brew Tours offers a superior, insider’s look at Boston’s world-beating craft beer scene while the Leica Store at Park Plaza has an excellent gallery.  Exhale 28 Arlington St., 617.532.7000, exhalespa.com

 City Brew Tours

2 Park Plaza, 617.453.8687, citybrewtours.com

617.482.7400

 Leica Store & Gallery

(Clockwise from top) City

74 Arlington St., 857.305.3609, leicagalleryboston.com

Brew Tours; mural art at Rebel’s Guild; fine seafood at Mooncusser; Paul’s Punch at Rebel’s Guild.

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FIND THE BEST IN PARK SQUARE & BAY VILLAGE ONE BLOCK AT A TIME

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Where to Go This month’s top picks for shopping, attractions and more

L.A. BURDICK CHOCOLATES When the weather dips in Boston, L.A. Burdick Chocolates serves as an escape for travelers and locals alike to sip on their famed Europeanstyle Drinking Chocolate paired with elegant, handcrafted bonbons.

L.A. Burdick Chocolates, 220 Clarendon St., Boston & 52 Brattle St., Cambridge, burdickchocolate.com

BOSTON’S FAVORITE NORTH END RESTAURANT Born out of our love of fine wines and traditional food, Ristorante Saraceno Italian/Napoletana style cuisine has become the premier location for fine dining in Boston’s Historic North End. 286 Hanover St., 617.227.5888, ristorantesaraceno.com

FRENCHIE WINE BISTRO Frenchie Wine Bistro is an easygoing neighborhood restaurant accompanying people all day long.

The space is designed to relax while enjoying a french inspired menu, where classics get a serious kick: say hello to escargots toast and drumsticks coq au vin. Photo Credit: Brian Samuels. 560 Tremont St., 857.233.5941, frenchieboston.com

BASTILLE KITCHEN An original of Fort Point’s thriving food scene, backed by hospitality guru Seth Greenberg (Mistral) and Executive Chef Brendan Burke. Chef Brendan serves up his twist on classic French dishes (steak frites, onion soup). 49 Melcher St., 617.556.8000, bastillekitchen.net

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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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Bootlegger Boston

By Mike Hodgkinson

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THE STREETS OF contemporary Boston map out an intricate network of gastropubs, artisanal fusion restaurants, craft breweries and avant-garde wine bars.

Nearly a century ago, that cartography of food and booze was no less complex, but the atmosphere was very different. After nearly a decade of Prohibition—which began in 1920 when the Volstead Act took effect—Boston’s hooch coverage had mushroomed from 1000 licensed bars to 4000 illegal speakeasies. The city even picked up a nick-name: Bawdy Boston.

Some, of course, wore this stain on the city’s good name as a badge of honor. As local writer Emily Sweeney documents in much of her excellent new book, “Gangland Boston,” the bootleggers of Prohibition-era Boston were often in the news. They made a tidy living, hauling in an estimated $60 million a year by 1929. If

it wasn’t exactly difficult to find a drink if you knew who to ask—and everyone knew exactly who to ask—it was even easier to find trouble when naked greed, blockheaded recklessness or territorial bravado threatened the underground status quo.

Here, Sweeney picks out a handful of the less savory incidents that arose from Prohibition and its immediate aftermath, so that you can organize a self-guided tour of Bootlegger Boston.

MOBSTER SHOWDOWN “317 Hanover Street in Boston’s North End was once a stronghold for the Italian mafia and the base of operations for Joseph “J.L.” Lombardo, a well-respected figure in Boston’s underworld,” says Sweeney.

“It was here that a showdown between Italian mobsters and Irish gangsters took place on December 22, 1931. That was the

©BOSTON PUBLIC LIBRARY

Author Emily Sweeney digs up the cops and kingpins of the Prohibition era.

(TOP & BOTTOM) ©BOSTON PUBLIC LIBRARY; (MIDDLE) COURTESY LYONS PRESS

“One of the agents hopped over the bar, grabbed a bartender, and revealed the real reason why they were there.” day that Frankie Wallace, the leader of South Boston’s Gustin Gang, and his two associates, “Dodo” Walsh and Timothy Coffey, showed up at Lombardo’s office and got ambushed by mafia gunmen.

Wallace and Walsh never made it out alive. The building where this happened is still right there on Hanover Street: Citizens Bank occupies the ground floor, and there are condo units on the floors above.”

his wounds, and muttered, “Those dirty rats got me.”

At the time of his murder, Solomon was 46 years old and under indictment for allegedly running a multi-million dollar liquor smuggling syndicate. Today the building that once housed the Cotton Club now bears the address 888 Tremont Street, and it’s been transformed into loft-style apartments.”

SPEAKEASY BUST “This fancy speakeasy was located on the second floor at 153 Causeway Street, across the street from the Boston Garden, on the block between Haverhill Street and Beverly Street. It was called the Club Garden, and had a peep hole at the entrance and a guard stationed at the door. But those precautions weren’t enough to stop the place from being raided by federal Prohibition agents.

“On the afternoon of Feb. 11, 1932, two undercover agents talked their way inside the speakeasy, bellied up to the bar, and ordered two shots of rye whiskey.

Everything seemed normal until one of the agents suddenly hopped over the bar, grabbed a bartender, and revealed the real reason why they were there. The agent instructed the customers at the bar to stay still and warned that his colleague would “kill anyone who made a move.” And that marked the end of the Club Garden. The feds seized all of the liquor, five men were arrested and the bar was dismantled.”

GUSTIN GANG HANGOUT “The Gustin Gang was known to hang out at 2 Vinton Street in South Boston. On the evening of January 15, 1933, Boston police officer Daniel J. McDonald showed up there in plainclothes and drank some whiskey in the company of the Gustin Gang until he suddenly passed out.

One of the men there that night, Thomas G. “Red” Curran, would later turn government witness and testify that Gustin Gang leader Stevie Wallace had spiked McDonald’s drink. Curran told authorities that the gang threw the unconscious officer down the flight of stairs, kicked him out onto the street, beat him, and then left him in a nearby field. Soon after he started cooperating with authorities, Curran disappeared. In May 1933, Curran’s bullet-riddled body was located in an old quarry in West Quincy.”

THE KING IS DEAD “In the early morning hours of January 24, 1933, Charles “King” Solomon was at the Cotton Club, an after-hours joint on Tremont Street in Roxbury. He rose from his seat and walked into the men’s room.

The sound of gunshots suddenly echoed off the walls. Solomon reportedly staggered out from the bathroom, clutching

BEANO BREEN “David “Beano” Breen was a racketeer from the Bay Village section of Boston.

He lived on Melrose Street and owned a building at 358 Tremont Street that was home to a popular speakeasy during Prohibition. On December 17, 1937 Beano Breen was fatally shot in the lobby of the Hotel Metropolitan, which was located at 315 Tremont Street. The hotel where Breen was shot was demolished years ago, and is now the site of Elliot Norton Park. Breen’s murder remains unsolved.”

“ T H O S E D I RT Y R AT S ”

(From top) 317 Hanover Street in the North End; “Gangland Boston”; the Causeway Street speakeasy bust. (Previous) Booze seized by Boston Police Division 9.

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Marked for Taste World-beating chef Michael Scelfo sharpens the cutting edge of Boston’s innovative restaurant scene.

By Jim Sullivan

IT’S LATE ON FRIDAY AFTERNOON and I’m at Harvard Square restaurant Alden & Harlow with owner-chef-restaurateur Michael Scelfo. We’re chatting about his tattoos. He started the inking process three years ago. “All of them have some kind of significance,” he says, starting to point out particulars. “Here’s ‘Joe and Jo’—that’s for my grandparents Joe and Josephine. Here’s my kids’ names in my handwriting.

Here’s some “Star Wars” stuff; a character from a graphic novel I really like called “Tales from Essex County”; and the latitude and longitude of Alden & Harlow.”

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CULINARY ICONS Scelfo, 45, also owns Waypoint, just down the road. His latest venue, upstairs from Alden & Harlow, is the Longfellow Bar. “I’ve got three or four more concepts that I would like to roll out before all is said and done,” he says, before plunging deep into the Boston restaurant scene and his own extraordinary culinary journey.

Where Boston: Did you ever eat here when this place was called Casablanca?

Michael Scelfo: I did. I actually wrote my business plan for Alden & Harlow at the bar, not knowing it would eventually be in this location. It was definitely one of those crazy little ironies.

WB: Do you think Boston helps establish your culinary identity?

MS: My identity from a culinary perspective continues to evolve. You’re impacted by so much in any given place, but especially here where we’re impacted by the seafood, the produce, the culture, the people. It’s a transient place, especially Harvard. The clientele cycles through, so to speak. You ebb and flow with them and learn as you get older. It’s a great time to be in Boston.

WB: How do you stay fresh?

MS: Nothing’s ever the same in this world.

I try and keep the big picture stuff from not changing too much.

WB: What’s the idea behind your latest place, the Longfellow Bar? MS: I think it’s a great complement to what we do down here at Alden & Harlow. It’s a more casual experience—in the sense that I want people to eat with their hands and get kind of dirty with it. The emphasis is on a great cocktail program and food to complement that.

WB: How do you connect with Boston’s storied restaurant history?

MS: I have a great respect for it. I think a lot of young chefs in this town are either transient or don’t know enough about it.

But I remember being out west in culinary schools in Portland and reading about these young chefs in Boston that were doing cool things. They were changing the game in Boston—the culinary icons.

WB: How do you feel about the whole “celebrity chef” thing?

MS: I think I’m known because I’ve had success in town, but that term “celebrity” means nothing to me and makes me uncomfortable to even hear it. I want to do good food.

WB: When we think of “celebrity chef” we often think of the wild, shouting chef.

MS: That stereotype doesn’t exist in my world. I’ve never been the screaming lunatic throwing stuff around the kitchen.

WB: You work a lot, 60-70 hours a week. Do you get out at all?

MS: I don’t go out a ton, but I love to see live shows. The last show I went to was Childish Gambino at the Garden. We’ve got the Sinclair right across the street here, a great little venue. I love being around live music. I’m a music buff and a movie buff. I collect comic books and vinyl records.

WB: How about dining out?

MS: I like to check out new places when I can and support the people I want to support. I just recently had a great meal at a place called Celeste in Union Square.

Delicious food, Latin American vibe. If I was eating casual—no frills and a welcoming atmosphere, bar food—I’d go to Trina’s Starlite Lounge off Inman Square.

I also like Oleana. Chinatown has a ton of places. But time is precious and a lot of times I prefer to connect and cook at home with my family.

WB: When many chefs are done for the night their go-to food is a sandwich. Is that true for you?

MS: Yeah, when you’re doing complex food and complex flavors, sometimes you just want something really simple.

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(From top) Branzino at Waypoint; Alden & Harlow; color and flavor at Alden & Harlow. (Previous) Scelfo in his natural habitat.

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William Forsythe: Choreographic Objects If the closest you’ve ever come to the intersection of dance and art was tapping your feet to a jukebox classic while doodling on a diner napkin, go check out “William Forsythe: Choreographic Objects” at the ICA. One of the world’s greatest choreographers, Forsythe has been making bold incursions into the art world since the 1990s, blurring creative lines with a series of interactive works—here, instructions are left on the walls next to installations, including a maze of hanging pendulums and walkway of gymnastic rings, and viewers (i.e. you) can then explore, engage and interact. Great fun.

Institute of Contemporary Art, 25 Harbor Shore Drive, 617.478.3100.

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.

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.

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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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ART GALLERIES

COPLEY SOCIETY OF ART

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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-

MIT LIST VISUAL ARTS CENTER

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

Art

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.

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Sights When Women Ruled the World In all areas of life, strong women are making their mark like never before—well, like never before in recent history. Back in ancient Egypt, women ruled the roost, and at the Museum of Science on Jan. 11 Dr. Kara Cooney will tell you how and why. Discover what lessons can be learned from a time when Cleopatra used her sexuality to make deals with warlords, and when gorgeous Neferusobek officially adopted the title of ‘king.’ Brace yourselves fellas: you’re toast. Museum of Science, 1 Science Park, 617.723.2500

BANK OF AMERICA’S MUSEUMS ON US

Bank of America offers cardholders free admission to 150 participating cultural institutions across the U.S. on the first full weekend of each month. Seven in Massachusetts, three in the Boston area. MIT Museum, 265 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge 617.253.5927; Museum of Fine Arts, 465 Huntington Ave. 617.267.9300; Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, 25 Evans Way 617.566.1401.

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 info, call 208.787.4300 or 888.330.5008.

ATTRACTIONS

MINDTREK VR

Jump down the rabbit hole of arena-based virtual reality gaming at this hub for im-

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mersive fun—battle zombies and robots with like-minded players. Tickets available online. 34 Cummings Park Drive, 781.787.2600.

CITY SIGHTS

FANEUIL HALL

Boston merchant Peter Faneuil had this building constructed in 1742 and gave it to the city of Boston. It became known for being the breeding ground of the American Revolution, and thus called “The Cradle of Liberty.” Today, Faneuil Hall remains a symbol of freedom and houses a visitor center, the Great Hall and an armory museum.

Free admission. Open daily 9 am-6 pm. Financial District, 617.523.1300.

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.

MAKE WAY FOR DUCKLINGS STATUE

String of bronze statues in the Public Garden created by local artist Nancy Schon.

Celebrates the duckling family in Robert McCloskey’s children’s book “Make Way For Ducklings.”

MASSACHUSETTS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

This preeminent bastion for higher learning focused on the practical application of technology, science and research for the 21st century extends over 168 acres along the Cambridge side of the Charles River Basin. The Great Dome of Barker Library is perhaps the school’s most iconic structure, but a premium has always been placed on the entirety of the campus’ architecture, with sleek and modern buildings designed by the likes of Alvar Aalto, I.M. Pei and Frank Gehry. Visitor Center, 77 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge, 617.253.1000.

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.

NEWBURY STREET

Newbury Street is a hot destination for shoppers.

Part posh (the lower end of Newbury features luxury brand boutiques from Chanel to Valentino) and part hip

(the upper end of Newbury boasts independently owned shops and international flagship stores). Newbury Street at Arlington Street; Newbury Street at Massachusetts Avenue.

HISTORIC HOMES

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.

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Sights BOSTON PUBLIC LIBRARY

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.

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Live actors, tea-tossing reenactments, high-tech interactive exhibits, a film and three authentically restored tea ships tell the full story of the Boston Tea Party and its aftermath. Guided tours every 30 minutes, daily 10 am-4 pm.

Tickets: $18-28. 306 Congress St., 866.955.0667.

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.

JOHN F. KENNEDY PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARY AND MUSEUM

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.

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.

MUSEUM OF AFRICAN AMERICAN HISTORY

New England’s largest African-American history museum is dedicated to the preservation, conservation and accurate interpretation of the contributions of African Americans. Exhibits offer the stories of leaders, activists and citizens of this region who have impacted history from the Colonial period through the 19th century.

Open M-Sa 10 am-4 pm.

Admission by donation. 46 Joy St., 617.725.0022.

MUSEUM OF SCIENCE

A compelling technology and science-based destination.

Permanent exhibits study the weather, mathematics, space, the human body and other “minds-on” topics. Admission: $20-25. Open Sa-Th 9 am-5 pm, F 9 am-9 pm. 1 Science Park, 617.723.2500.

MUSEUM OF THE ANCIENT AND HONORABLE ARTILLERY COMPANY OF MASSACHUSETTS

Chartered in 1638 as the New World’s first organized military. Headquarters have been in Faneuil Hall since 1746.

Today, the space is a museum featuring artifacts from every war America has been a part of. Open M-F 9 am-3:30 pm.

Faneuil Hall, 617.227.1638.

PAUL S. RUSSELL, MD MUSEUM OF MEDICAL HISTORY AND INNOVATION

This medical museum tells the rich story of Massachusetts General Hospital’s two cen-

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turies of history. Learn about the hospital’s important contributions to the medical field and see how these discoveries and advancements have shaped the present.

Open M-F 9 am-5 pm, Sa 11 am-5 pm. Free admission.

Massachusetts General Hospital, 2 North Grove St., 617.724.8009.

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 residents (with ID). 161 Essex St., Salem, 866.745.1876.

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.

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THE WEST END MUSEUM

This small-scale museum documents the history of Boston’s West End, with particular emphasis placed on the immigrant era from 1880 to 1958, when the neighborhood was “lost” to urban renewal. Open Tu-F noon-5 pm, Sa 11 am-4 pm. Free admission. 150 Staniford St., 617.723.2125.

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.

WATERWORKS MUSEUM

This museum celebrates America’s first metropolitan water system. Visit the site and explore both the Chestnut Hill Reservoir and Water Works Pumping Station. Interactive museum exhibits feature interesting stories on the engineering, architecture, social history and public health facets of the historic pumping station, and include three original 19th-century steam engines.

Open W 11 am-9 pm, Th-Su 11 am-4 pm. Admission: $5 requested donation. 2450 Beacon St., 617.277.0065.

PARKS & NATURE

ARNOLD ARBORETUM

Founded in 1872 and administered by Harvard University, the historic arboretum designed by Frederick Law Olmsted is a great escape from the city, and consists of 281 acres filled with trees, flowers and plants from around the globe. Open daily sunrise to sunset. Visitor Center open Th-Tu 10 am-5 pm. 125 Arborway, Jamaica Plain, 617.524.1718.

COMMONWEALTH AVENUE MALL

Occupying what was once an inland bay submerged by the tides of the Atlantic, this green linear park came to fruition due to the construction of a dam in the 1820s on what is now Beacon Street. Fifty years later, the land was filled in, and, in 1856, Arthur Gilman designed this French boulevard style linear park. The promenade, studded with monuments and Japanese pagoda, sweetgum, maple, linden and elm trees, links the Public Garden with Frederick Law Olmsted’s park system.

Along Commonwealth Avenue, from Arlington street to Charlesgate.

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. Programs and tours. Grounds open 8 am-6 pm; visitor information, M-Sa 8:30 am-4:30 pm. 580 Mt. Auburn St., Cambridge, 617.547.7105.

RECREATION

BROOKLYN BOULDERS

This specialized fitness center is the place to get your climb on. 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.

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.

Scene Gabby’s World Lovers of Allston’s underground music scene are in for a treat this month when Gabby’s World plugs in at O’Brien’s on Jan. 9. Prime mover Gabrielle Smith arrives with an outstanding new album, “Beast on Beast,” which showcases her seamless transitions from folkish delicacy to kaleidoscopic pop magnificence—for a taste of her vibe, check out the album openers “Winter, Withdraw” and “Rear View” which glide on a thread between pensive and cosmic. Lovely.

Jan. 9, O’Brien’s Pub, 3 Harvard Ave., 617.782.6245

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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Scene Schedule online. 40 Brattle St., Cambridge, 617.876.6837.

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: $65. 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 MIT Campus Tour Even if you’re not a prospective student, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology is happy to offer guided tours, but anyone with a map (available at the link below) is more than welcome to take the self-guided option. And because the map has tons of great info, it’s really easy. Head for highlighted hotspots including the Infinite Corridor (and why it gives rise to a phenomenon known as “MIThenge”) and the Frank Gehry-designed Stata Center. institute-events.mit.edu/visit/tours

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.

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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.

TRANSPORTATION: PUBLIC & CITY

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BLUE BIKES

Looking for a green way to get around Boston, Brookline, Somerville and Cambridge?

Blue Bikes features bicycle rental stations across Boston where visitors can grab a bike and pedal off on errands or for a tour of the city.

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

855.948.2929.

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LOGAN EXPRESS

Full-service buses take travelers to Logan International Airport, making stops at

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Food Alcove The redevelopment of the West End around North Station and TD Garden has been bubbling away for quite some time now, but finally it’s all falling into place. A key element in the new-look sports-dining-entertainment hub has arrived in the shape of Alcove at Lovejoy Wharf, in a location once home to the Submarine Signal Company. Expect a well-balanced mix of New England sourcing and Mediterranean technique, a creative wine and beer list, and a patio (once spring arrives). 50 Lovejoy Wharf, 617.248.0050

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.

EARLS KITCHEN & BAR

American Although the first

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.

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. Favorites, depending on the venue, include the Cajun blackened chicken breast and the messily more-ish Avocado Super Toast (with a cheeky kick of Sriracha). Assembly Row, Somerville; 800 Boylston St., 857.957.0949.

DEL FRISCO’S DOUBLE EAGLE STEAK HOUSE

Pan-Asian This foxy Asian-

DAVIO’S NORTHERN ITALIAN STEAKHOUSE

Italian Grand and sophis-

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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.

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

RED LANTERN

style 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 availa-

ble. 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

LITTLE DONKEY

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

FORAGE

Contemporary American As the name suggests, the focus here is on fresh, local, seasonal ingredients. Innovative plates offer an above-average dining experience, not to mention craft cocktails and an “out-of-the-box” beer selection. D (daily). 5 Craigie Circle, Cambridge, 617.576.5444.

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

Small Plates-Tapas James

Seafood Michael Scelfo’s

Beard Award-winning chefs Ken Oringer and Jamie

second Cambridge restaurant focuses on seafood in

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Food sharing plates, pizzas, pastas and inventive. D (daily).

1030 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge, 617.864.2300.

CAMBRIDGE/ INMAN SQUARE

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.

SUMIAO HUNAN KITCHEN

Regional Chinese If you’ve ever fancied trying an authentic version of Chairman Mao’s favorite dish—red braised pork—now’s your chance.

This fabulous Hunanese restaurant showcases this and other regional dishes including spicy crunchy cucumbers, shredded potato with green pepper and duo jiao salted chilies. The General Tso’s chicken is a standout. Owner Sumiao Chen has decorated the Kendall Square space in Fruit Loop colors with chic artwork. L and D (daily). 270 Third St., 617.945.0907.

CHINATOWN

BAO BAO BAKERY & CAFE

Bakery The employees at this tiny Chinatown bakery are dressed in fun and bright

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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

Southwestern Easygoing restaurant featuring fresh, 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. $ PABU

Japanese Co-owners Michael Mina and Chef Ken Tominaga have brought their legendary, modern izakaya-style dining to Boston with irresistable sushi, robatayaki, small plates and steaks. L (M-F), D (M-Sa). 3 Franklin St., 857.327.7228.

YVONNE’S

Global Supper club experience with a contemporary approach. Dining among the sophisticated but noisy crowd is meant to be social and shared. D (daily). 2 Winter Place, 617.267.0047.

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

LEGAL SEA FOODS

Seafood Discover award-winning chowder, pristine oysters, 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

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

TAPESTRY

American Two-part dining venture featuring globally inspired fare in the laid-back, beachy setting of the openkitchen-style Expo Kitchen as well as inspired, upscale cuisine in the Club Room.

D (Tu-Su), brunch (Sa-Su). 69 Kilmarnock St., 617.421.4470.

WAHLBURGERS

Seafood Opened in 1826,

American Around the corner

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

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

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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 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. $$ WARD 8

American Its location in the far reaches of the North End doesn’t hamper this place from being jammed every night of the week with young professionals. The bar program revisits different eras with its cocktail creations, sometimes staying true to classic recipes and sometimes putting on a new spin. The kitchen serves up a menu of sinful dishes the run the gamut from fresh lobster chowder to the signature Ward 8 mac and cheese. D (daily). 617.823.4478.

SEAPORT DISTRICT

TUSCAN KITCHEN

Italian Italian regional cuisine gets the full, fresh artisanal treatment in the Seaport— everything is prepared in-house from bakery bread to incredible pastas. L and

D (daily). 64 Seaport Blvd., 617.303.7300.

SEAPORT DISTRICT/ FORT POINT CHANNEL

BASTILLE KITCHEN

French Elegant yet comfortable and cozy atmosphere, this place is always busy. Have casual drinks in the Chalet lounge’s hunt-club vibe.

Menu features modern takes on French dishes. D (M-Sa). 49 Melcher St., 617.556.8000.

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.

SOMERVILLE

FOUNDRY ON ELM

Gastropub Consistently packed with locals. Great beer list—32 on tap. Vittles run the gamut from roasted Asian pear pizza to pan-roasted scallops to the gravy and cheddar-smothered poutine.

L (M-Sa), D (daily), brunch (Su). 255 Elm St., Somerville, 617.628.9999.

SOUTH BOSTON

CAPO

Italian House-made pastas and classic Italian dishes aren’t just for the North End. Here you’ll find authentic flavors in a rustic, neighborhood setting, including wood-fired

pizzas and plenty of vino on the carefully curated menu.

The speakeasy-style Supper Club downstairs features Monday Night Comedy. L (Sa-Su), D (daily). 443 West Broadway, 617.993.8080.

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. 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. DARRYL’S CORNER BAR & KITCHEN

Southern This club and restaurant sends out great Southern food and good vibrations in the South End with an upscale, modern interior and live jazz and R&B acts. Open Tu-Th 5 pm-midnight, F-Sa 4 pm-2 am, Su 10 am-10 pm. 604 Columbus Ave., 617.536.1100.

FRENCHIE

French Frenchie is a visionary, modern and supremely chilled spin on the Gallic standard. Small plates—including sublime salt cod cro-

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quettes and escargot toast— can be paired with a smart selection of great wines-bythe-glass, and the sugar for your coffee comes in vintage French tin boxes. 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.

SRV

Italian Venice meets the contemporary culinary traditions of Boston’s South End. Chefs Michael Lombardi and Kevin O’Donnell tag team the kitchen, preparing a menu of snacks, pasta and protein-heavy entrees.

Atmosphere is ornate yet casual and lively, especially after sampling a classic Italian cocktail at the bar. D (daily). 569 Columbus Ave., 617.536.9500.

THEATER DISTRICT

EXPLORATEUR

Modern European Beneath hundred-year-old coffered ceilings, Explorateur heralds French cafe culture but puts a modern, global spin on classic items. B, L and D (daily). 186 Tremont St., 617.466.6600.

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. $$$$

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Shop American Rhino Mixed-use retail is everywhere in Boston these days: bicycle shops that are also cafés, record stores that double as tapas restaurants and now, at Faneuil Hall, is a mission-based apparel store slash “we work”-style café lounge. At the Rhino Lodge by American Rhino, which began life as a pop-up and also has a Nantucket island location, you can buy great stuff, help save endangered African wildlife, and noodle with your online workload (i.e. check instagram) all at the same time. Faneuil Hall Marketplace, 4 South Market Blvd.

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

am-8 pm, Su 11 am-7 pm. 299 Newbury St., 857.263.7554.

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

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.

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: GENERAL

APPAREL: WOMEN

KIT AND ACE

ALICE + OLIVIA

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.

The expert eye of Stacey Bendet brings cutting-edge fashions to womenswear and accessories. Find all your wardrobe needs, from dresses and jumpsuits to handbags and sunglasses. Open M-Sa 10 am-7 pm, Su 11 am-7 pm. 166 Newbury St., 617.297.9059.

WOOLRICH JOHN RICH & BROS.

American heritage outdoor brand on Newbury Street has ready-to-wear lifestyle apparel and accessories, and signature items like Woolrich wool blankets. Open M-Sa 10

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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.

MARGARET O’LEARY

Irish-born O’Leary began this San Francisco-based clothing company, which is renowned for its cutting-edge knitwear and California aesthetic. M-Sa 10 am-7 pm, Su 10 am-6 pm.

49 Charles St., 617.535.9144.

MAX & RILEY

Susan and Hope Roussilhes call the shots at their family-owned-and-operated women’s boutique, proffering contemporary fashions. Open M-Tu 11 am-6 pm, W-Sa 11 am-7 pm, Su noon-6 pm. 226 Newbury St., 617.236.1431.

BEAUTY

FOLLAIN

Browse artisan-made, spagrade beauty products that are free of synthetic chemicals, including local producers, like Indie Lee and Dr. Dandelion. Open M-Sa 11 am-7 pm, Su noon-5 pm. 53 Dartmouth St., 857.284.7078; 65 Charles St., 857.233.5211.

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.

TRIDENT BOOKSELLERS & CAFE

Hide away in this cozy half-bookstore, half-café with an extensive selection of magazines, unusual titles and bargain books. Café serves “perpetual breakfast,” lunch and dinner. Open daily 8 am-midnight. 338 Newbury St., 617.267.8688.

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

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ACCESSORIES

MARIMEKKO

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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.

ELECTRONICS

BANG & OLUFSEN

Founded in Denmark in 1925, Bang & Olufsen is known for its design excellence, its advanced technology and its high-quality audio, video and other media experiences.

Open M-Sa 10 am-6 pm, Su noon-5 pm. 141B Newbury St., 617.262.4949.

FARMERS MARKETS

BOSTON PUBLIC MARKET

The space hosts 35 farms, fisheries and other food producers from across the commonwealth. Booze connoisseurs should make for Hopsters Alley. Open M-Sa 8 am-8 pm, Su 10 am-8 pm. 100 Hanover St., 617.973.4909.

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

SIDNEY THOMAS JEWELERS

Sidney Thomas Jewelers delves further into the luxury market than its predecessor Ross-Simons, offering clients a concierge-style experience and a broader range of brands, including Roberto Coin and Charriol. Open M-Sa 10 am-9 pm, Su 11 am-8 pm.

The Shops at Prudential Center, 800 Boylston St., 617.262.0935.

SMALL PLEASURES

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

LEATHER

SHOES

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SPIRITS & WINE

LONGCHAMP

BODEGA

BAUER WINE & SPIRITS

Elegant leather portables of all sorts and in both traditional and bold colors are in-store here. Classic looks take on contemporary needs—find attaché cases, laptop bags, purses, shoulder bags, wallets and much more. Repairs on Longchamp brand only.

Open M-Sa 10 am-7 pm, Su noon-6 pm. 139 Newbury St., 617.425.0740.

You might walk right past this shop that caters to an ultra exclusive audience interested in one-of-a-kind clothing and accessories—a convenience store and a secret entrance are part of the gimmick. Open M-Sa 11 am-6 pm, Su noon-5 pm. 6 Clearway St.

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.

LOUIS VUITTON

The ultimate stop for any stylish traveler who values fine craftsmanship and a classic look. Find the icon’s signature leather bags, luggage and other essentials. Open M-Sa 10 am-8 pm, Su noon-6 pm.

Copley Place, 100 Huntington Ave., 617.437.6519.

RICK WALKER’S

Rick Walker’s has everything from “Western wear to biker gear,” like cowboy boots from Lucchese or hats and accessories from the likes of Stetson. Also find vintage designs. Open daily noon-7 pm.

306 Newbury St., 617.482.7426.

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

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.

CONVERSE

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.

SHOPPING CENTERS

CAMBRIDGESIDE

Waterfront shopping center boasts more than 120 brand-name stores and restaurants. Open M-Sa 10 am-9 pm, Su noon-7 pm.

100 CambridgeSide Place, Cambridge, 617.621.8666.

COPLEY PLACE

Posh offerings at this luxury designer mall include Neiman Marcus, Barneys New York, Chanel and Tom Ford. Open M-Sa 10 am-8 pm, Su noon6 pm. 100 Huntington Ave., 617.262.6600.

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.

SPORTS & YOGA APPAREL

CRANE & LION

No need to sacrifice a chic aesthetic while in your workout gear thanks to the simple elegance of Crane & Lion styles. 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.

IBEX

Vermont-based retailer Ibex has its flagship in Boston.

Items are made exclusively of New Zealand merino wool, water repellent and temperature regulating. Open M-Sa 10 am-7 pm, Su 11 am-6 pm. 303 Newbury St., 857.277.1932.

NEW BALANCE U.S. GLOBAL FLAGSHIP STORE

Heritage displays, a made-onsite demo area, digital screens, and performance-apparel-clad mannequins show what New Balance is all about. Open M-Sa 10 am-7 pm, Su 11 am-6 pm. 140 Guest St., Brighton 857.316.2130

SPECIALTY FOODS

NIKE BOSTON

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.

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 gear.

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.

BOSTON OLIVE OIL COMPANY

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WHERE IN BOSTON

We adore winter soups

For more winter soups in the city visit wheretraveler.com connect with us

Boston Chops A classic French onion soup is a perfect lunch on a cold Boston day.

Try a bowl of this favorite at the new Boston Chops location in Downtown Crossing.

Their French onion soup also makes an indulgent dip for their popovers.

–Matt Simko, TV Host, @SimkoSays

Quincy Market The best chowder in the city can only 32

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be found in Quincy Market, served in the middle of winter and always consumed in a bread bowl.

–Santi DeOleo, Media Personality, @santideoleo

Little Big Diner There is no better cure for cold weather blues than heading over to Little Big Diner for their Chef’s Ultra Ramen. This bowl of heaven has it all—and just

the right amount of noodles.

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

S.O.B. Try the clam chowder at S.O.B. (Sons of Boston)— and you can get clam donuts for dunking. Doubling down on the clams: now that’s the way to go.

–Gillian Britt, Executive Editor, @eatdrinklucky

New England Soup Factory The New England Soup Factory has the most delicious clam and corn chowder.

–Kellie Speed, Writer/Editor, @hauteliving

Eastern Standard The French Onion soup from Eastern Standard soothes the soul.

–Kristin Quinn, Writer, @MisadventuresinMommyhood

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