From left to right: 1) The romantic back patio at Frenchie. 2) Went back in time for brunch in Somerville. 3) Planning my 2018 travel has me very excited for the new year. 4) Smoking cocktails at Earl’s Prudential. 5) Claire Ashley’s mammoth exhibit at BU. 6) Duck confit hash from Frenchie’s brunch menu.
Travel
Baltimore Travel Guide
I discovered Baltimore while visiting a college friend and immediately fell in love with the dynamic city. Though not known for tourism, Charm City has a lot to offer both culturally and culinarily. Where to Stay I stayed with my friend but there are lots of unique neighborhoods begging you to rent an Airbnb. Federal…Read More
The Westin Portland Harborview
While touring the Portland, Maine food scene with Visit Portland, I stayed at the Westin Portland Harborview, a beautiful property in the middle of downtown. Portland is such a walkable city, and there’s no better starting point than the Westin. Just across Congress Street is the Portland Art Museum and two blocks to the left is…Read More
Newport Marriott Getaway
Last week I spent an overnight at the newly renovated Newport, Rhode Island Marriott. It couldn’t have been a more convenient getaway. The Marriott is right next to the bus station so if you’re a non-driver like me it’s really easy to take a Peter Pan bus from Boston. There’s also a local bus (the…Read More
Montreal, Quebec Travel Guide
I’ve been hankering after a taste of Paris lately but haven’t had the funds to jet across the Atlantic. Instead, I took a Greyhound to Montreal. All the European charm, without the price tag. Where to Stay I stayed at Hotel Chrome, a budget spot about a ten minute walk from the bus station. It’s…Read More
Sunday Snapshots
From left to right: 1) Famous street art from my recent trip to Iceland. 2) The only thing more exhilarating than my travels is getting to come home here. 3) More art in Iceland! Stay tuned for a full guide. 4) Samson Projects closes after this month’s exhibit so get there fast. 5) I’ll take champagne on the Greenway any day. 6) I…Read More