One of the biggest social losses we collectively mourned during the COVID-19 shutdowns was eating out. We had all been taking for granted that we could walk into a restaurant at any time and enjoy a wonderful meal and warm hospitality. We also learned that eating out is about so much more than just the food, it’s a social experience that feeds more than the stomach.
As things begin to open back up, I’m very excited to make restaurant visits routine again. Two weeks ago I met Vincent of Taste of Massachusetts for a catch-up meal at LoLa 42 in the Seaport. It was divine, both for the culinary mastery and the now-rare experience of a meal out in the world.
Pictured above: Lola’s Rum Punch with house-infused caramelized banana rum, coconut rum and dark rum, orange, and pineapple.
LoLa 42 is the sister restaurant of LoLa 41 on Nantucket. Fun fact, LoLa stands for Longitude and Latitude and the numbers represent the parallel each restaurant sits on. The menu at LoLa 42 is a mix of different cuisines you can find when traveling along the 42 parallel. You can find everything from a creamy, comforting mac-and-cheese to a spicy and flavorful Korean bulgogi.
Pictured above: Mac-and-Cheese made with four cheeses and toasted breadcrumbs.
Pictured above: Bite the Rhubarb Bulleit with Bulleit Rye, house-made pomegranate grenadine, orange and rhubarb bitters.
Cocktails are another hallmark of LoLa 42. The spring menu features many citrus flavors and patio friendly drinks like a spritz or a margarita. A complex list of wines and beers, local and national, fills out the beverage options.
Pictured above: Korean Bulgogi with egg noodles, Chinese broccoli, chilies, and crispy garlic.
Pictured above: the Cosmonaut with Tito’s vodka, watermelon hibiscus, raspberry, lemon, and Prosecco.
Situated on the Seaport next to the water, LoLa 42 offers a perfect spring and summer outdoor dining spot. The chef-drive cuisine, upscale atmosphere, and impeccable service promises an unforgettable restaurant exerpience.
Pictured above: Sugoi with king crab, avocado, cucumber, shiso, ginger, topped with grilled tuna tataki and wasabi, tobiko, and soy sesame sauce. Maruko with avocado and shrimp tempura, topped with spicy tuna and scallion.
Thank you so much, LoLa 42 for hosting us for this wonderful meal!