A waiter placed a flute of Pol Roger in my hand before I even stepped onto the elevator. It was a promising sign for the coming evening at the Taj hotel. When I reached The Roof, it was already teeming with foodies savoring hors d’oeuvres before the James Beard Foundation’s Taste America dinner in Boston.… Read More A Taste of Boston, with a Side of Chicago
It was like returning to France and Italy, via Boston, but without having to go through Logan Airport. Carolina Wine & Spirits last Tuesday sponsored its Season’s Best Sparkling Wine and Totally Tuscany wine tasting at Lucca Back Bay restaurant. The event blended the highlights of both countries, with around 200 wines to sample and generous amounts… Read More A Sparkling Afternoon in Boston
One of the best things about living in Massachusetts is the annual autumn kaleidoscope of color. There are a few factors that can influence the timing and vibrancy of fall foliage, but mid-October tends to be your best bet for peak leaf-peeping. If you’re planning a foliage trip, here are a few of my favorite… Read More Fall Foliage Favorites
“Not all those who wander are lost.” — J.R.R. Tolkein. Spring travel season is here in New England! If you’re planning a visit to Boston and looking to stretch your legs, you’re in luck, because Boston is a… Read More Walking Boston