Jacqueline Cain

When the weather outside is frightful, there's nothing more delightful than a steaming mug of hot cocoa. We're not taking about a powdery packet: Boston is brimming with rich, sweet, spicy—and occasionally boozy—options for hot chocolate. With a cup of any one of these cozy drinks in your hands, not only you will feel festive and toasty, but you will also feel your fingers. Hot cocoa pairs well with strolling through the best parks in Boston or following a spin on the ice at one of the best skating rinks. If hot chocolate doesn't do enough to satisfy your sweet teeth, check out our guide to the best desserts in Boston. RECOMMENDED: Full guide to the best restaurants in Boston

Time Out is a global authority on having fun in your city, and we hand-pick restaurants to represent that mission at Time Out Market. Boston is home to one such food hall and cultural market, with more than a dozen dining options—from eclectic Italian cuisine to festive doughnuts and seasonal cocktails. RECOMMENDED: How to order at Time Out Market Boston But just like on our website, showcasing the best of the city under one roof goes beyond food and drink. Time Out Market Boston also hosts frequent events like pop-up markets, free fitness, local beer fests, drag brunch and more. Here's an updated list about what's going on this month. 

With more than a dozen top-notch eateries, Time Out Market Boston is a local foodie's dream. But for the parents among us, it's not always possible to score a sitter and have a night out without kids. Fortunately, Time Out Market is exceptionally child-friendly, with lots of open communal seating; chances are you can set up shop with plenty of room for your crew. If the kids make a bit of a mess (or if you do!), the market's hands-on team of bussers will help take care of it.  RECOMMENDED: Full guide to the best restaurants in Boston

Time Out Market Boston's best-in-the-city roster includes something for every situation. And when you're hungry and it's boiling out, escaping the sun at the city's best food hall is always a good idea. At the market there are dozens of tempting dishes on offer (and secretly, even more!), so knowing what to order can be a tough task, especially if the heat's taking a toll. After you cool off by grabbing drinks—we suggest a local IPA in a frosty glass, or a frozen cocktail—it's time to dig into these cooling options, all of which are great any time of year. And once you've recovered and are ready to head back out to the real world, stay close and enjoy the coolest things to do in the Fenway. RECOMMENDED: Full guide to the best restaurants in Boston

For those of us not getting out of the city ahead of the holidays, it'll be a fun weekend in Boston. You could check out a pop-up maker market and an iconic light display—and read on for more. Our on-the-ground editor and writers traverse the metro area looking for the best of the best things to do, updated each week. RECOMMENDED: Full guide to the best things to do in Boston

This has been a hugely impactful year for me. I stepped into the role of Time Out Boston editor midway through 2024, expanding my longtime beat of Boston dining to encompass all the awesome ways to enjoy life in this city. Of the innumerable experiences I took on this year—I’ll never forget you, Polly Pocket house—there are meals and events that have stayed on my mind. With insight from Time Out contributors and hours spent scoping out countless museum exhibits, music venues, restaurants, bars and more, here’s what should be on your radar as the year winds down.

Where should I eat in Boston? is a question the editor and writers at Time Out Boston get a lot. The best answers take into account the occasion, vibe and even time of year for what you’re looking for—maybe it’s a cozy fireplace or wine bar this fall?  RECOMMENDED: Boston’s best bars Choosing where you should eat right now is the way we like to look at it, as we compile our list of Boston’s best restaurants each season. From casual choices for seafood, pizza and wine-friendly small plates to occasion-worthy celebrations of seasonal cuisine, each of these places is a draw for its own reason. To compare them is literally apples to oranges sometimes, but we rank it anyway. Comprising restaurants we want to return to again and again, here are 30 best restaurants to book in Boston right now.  Stay in the Loop: Sign up for our free bi-weekly newsletter to get the latest in Boston culture and dining news.

Don’t let yourself fall victim to apartment fever this season. Instead, consider retreating to some of New England's most picturesque cabins available on Airbnb. The region provides a wealth of activities for you to choose from—leaf-peeping in the fall, skiing in the winter, or simply taking a break from city life during any season. In fact, weekend getaways provide welcome respite all year round. So, take a chance to reconnect with nature; it'll do you some good. Make the most of it in one of these cozy cabins near Boston for rent (some offering opportunities to unwind in front of a roaring fire!). For other unique accommodations near nature, explore the best secluded Airbnbs near Boston and the best waterfront Airbnbs near Boston. Updated November 2024: Trust we're always on the hunt for the most extraordinary holiday rentals for your next adventure, so you never have to miss out. This season, we simply couldn't keep this cool A-frame to ourselves any longer, nor this New Hampshire treehouse. No need to thank us; it's kind of what we do.  RECOMMENDED: 🌇See our guide to weekend getaways near Boston🛏Stay in the best Airbnbs in Boston🎭check out the best things to do in Boston Who makes the cut? While we might not stay in and review every Airbnb featured, we've based our list on our expert knowledge of the destination covered, editorial reviews, user reviews, hotel amenities and in-depth research to find you the best stays. This article includes affiliate links. These links

Seasonal cocktails are one thing, and bars and restaurants around Boston are putting on their holiday best. But some spots in the city go above and beyond for Christmas and Hanukkah, with over-the-top decor like themed trees and light displays, and even special programming to make the season bright. If you can't get enough holiday spirit, these are the places on your dining-out list in December. Make a day of it with a stroll through a holiday market or outdoor light display this season. RECOMMENDED: Full guide to celebrating the holiday season in Boston

The last thing you want to deal with this holiday season is a Black Friday crowd, mall parking or missing shipped packages. So forgo those follies and instead treat yourself to a fun shopping experience—that also supports local. These holiday markets are not only decked out in splendor (hello, hot cocoa and twinkle lights!), but you’ll leave knowing you supported small businesses by buying gifts that stand out from everything else under the tree. When you’re done, check out one of the many Christmas events in Boston or get some more cheer from a Boston Christmas lights display. RECOMMENDED: Full guide to Christmas in Boston

Winter in Massachusetts is brisk, but if you bundle up and clutch a hot drink with your mittens, it can be charming. One of the best winter activities—which isn't dependent on snow—is hitting an ice rink. Boston and the surrounding area has no shortage of rinks fit for all levels, fit for locals and tourists alike. Make a magical day of it by coupling the activity with a look at some holiday lights. RECOMMENDED: Full guide to the best things to do in Boston

Christmas Day can be packed with celebrations, fun events with family, and of course, the most fun Celtics game of the year—but it’s not everyone’s favorite meal to cook. Whether you’re sick of cooking for the crew, want to treat your family and friends to a nice meal out, don’t celebrate Christmas and need to get out of the house, or just need a bite after cheering on the C’s at the Garden, we’ve got you covered. Many restaurants around the Hub are open on Christmas Day with celebratory prix fixe menus packed with holiday classics, or just their classic menus. Ahead, find out picks for the best places to celebrate a Christmas meal in Boston, along with adjusted hours and special menus. For more joyful activities to make your holidays merry and bright, check out the jaw-dropping splendor of Boston’s best Christmas lights, grab some gifts at some of Boston’s winter holiday Christmas markets, or celebrate the season at a festive bar.   RECOMMENDED: See the full guide to Christmas in Boston

The mission of Time Out Boston—living your best life in the city—comes together every day at Time Out Market Boston. The Fenway food hall features some of the city's most memorable meals, plus bars crafting serious cocktails and stocking the freshest local beers. Packaged all inside an iconic art deco landmark, in the middle of one of the city's most lively areas? Time Out Market Boston is truly a destination. Join us on Saturday, June 22, from noon-5pm, to celebrate the market's five-year anniversary! Enjoy a party on the lawn packed with a special pig roast and dessert carts, live music, beer tastings, games, entertainment and more. Come raise a glass with us! Tickets are free but we'd love if you RSVP.

Plane Jane hosted drag events at Time Out Market Boston—including watch parties when she was a contestent on RuPaul's Drag Race last winter. But since becoming a finalist on the iconic show, she's been busy touring and passed host duties onto Big Atlas. For the first drag event of 2025, the gal pals are back together, co-hosting a watch party for the premiere of RuPaul's Drag Race season 17—and supporting Boston-born queen Kori King, who's competing this season. The show starts Friday, January 3, at 8pm. Plane Jane, Big Atlas and the live DJ will perform dazzling sets between commercial breaks, and the queens will take questions. Get ready to spill the tea at this free event! For anyone doing Dry January, don't miss the fresh mocktail menu on the bar, completing the usual selection of local beer, creative cocktails and more beverage alternatives. Kitchens dishing up shareable plates and anything you might crave will be open 'til 11pm. Arrive early to snag a spot by the big screen.  View this post on Instagram A post shared by Time Out Market Boston (@timeoutmarketboston)

Mondays are getting a little more fun this winter with Industry Brunch at Time Out Market Boston. In honor of our pals who work on weekends, vendors at Time Out Market are serving brunch specials on Mondays this month. From mimosa swirl ice cream to chilaquiles, Monday brunch specials at Time Out Market are available from 11:30am–2pm. Don't miss bar specials, too.

If singing loud for all to hear is your idea of a good time, head to Alamo Drafthouse in the Seaport for an Elf movie party on a Sunday ahead of the holidays. On December 15 and 22, the Seaport cinema hosts a sugar-fueled screening of the holiday classic—one of the Time Out global film critics' top picks for Christmas flicks—beginning at noon both days. Alongside the full food menu and specials, Alamo is throwing in festive games and interactive props (including personal elf hats), with caroling, and quoting, encouraged. 

New to the Porter Square Hotel in 2024, Margeaux's Supper Parlor is inspired by first-time restaurateur Rebekah Barr's love of friendship, festivities and food. The menu takes cues from New England and Southern cuisines, owing to Barr's New Hampshire upbringing, Memphis education and abiding love for New Orleans. Think: shrimp and Boursin grits, deviled eggs topped with a fried Maine oyster, grilled swordfish with preserved lemon, capers and wild rice; maple bourbon-glazed steak tips and gruyere mac and cheese. The bar program riffs on creative cocktails like Oaxacan in Memphis a smoky Old Fashioned with mezcal, maple and Memphis barbeque bitters; and a seelction of wines.

L.A. Burdick Chocolates opened its third Boston-area location in Coolidge Corner in 2024. The full-service café and retail counter is set inside the historic S.S. Pierce Building, a Tudor-style Brookline landmark with a clock tower. The quaint café has whimsical design details that fit right into the historic location, like arched windows, old-world lighting elements and cheery striped wallpaper. The shop has an expansive retail selection from the famed New Hampshire makers of exquisite chocolate bonbons and delicious drinking chocolate, including gifts for chocolate lovers as well as the artisan company's full range of treats. It also offers counter and table service for a menu of chocolate bonbons, pastries, cookies and beverages. 

Founded by chocolatier Perla Rosario and her partner, Leo Baez, Cacao crafts beautiful bonbons, chocolate bars, roasted nuts, drinking chocolate and other treats inspired by their shared heritage in the Domincan Republic, where Rosario's family owns a cacao farm and Baez grew up around cashew farms. The couple met here in Boston, where they debuted their growing company: Today, they have outposts in the South End, Newton Highlands and downtown on Broad Street. All of the chocolates are crafted in Newton, and the cafés also serve croissants from Pain D'Avignon, based in Hyannis, to pair with espresso drinks, chai, mocha and of course, decadent drinking chocolate.

A dessert and wine bar born from Gâté Comme Des Filles, one of Boston's most exquisite small-batch chocolatiers, Zuzu's Petals is as eclectic as it is sweet. The proprietors are upfront about the café's no-screens policy, which makes this place a perfect choice for date night or catching up with friends. On the menu are snacks and sweets cheese and charcuterie, popcorn, extra fudgy brownies, tiramisu, local ice cream, and the impossibly rich, thick chocolate mousse which chocolatier Alexandra Whisnant first introduced at Gâté Comme Des Filles' now-closed chocolate shop at Bow Market. You can also find her richly decadent chocolat chaud avec crème chantilly maison (read: the fanciest hot chcolate you've ever tried) to drink aside an intriguing selection of wines by-the-glass.

Say what you will about the clown heads, but no one can argue that Downtown Boston’s inaugural Winteractive outdoor art experience that ran from January–April this year was anything less than memorable. The provocative, giant and some may say “creepy” clown heads—a work called “Endgame (Nagg & Nell)” by artist Max Streicher—hung between buildings on Washington Street and got the most press, but the installation I enjoyed most was “Territories 2.0” by Olivier Roberge, a walk-through cube situated on Federal Street, which hid a large-scale, yet miniature mountainscape. Other works, such as the illuminated, rideable bicycles on the Summer Street pedestrian plaza, and the massive whale structure on Franklin Street that echoed unsettling noise when observers got close, gave the 16-work public art pop-up a gotta-catch-’em-all sense of discovery. Winteractive is coming back in January 2025 and I can’t wait to discover what’s in store.

Baleia is a love note to the fresh, often rustic simplicity of Portuguese cuisine. Years of travel, tasting and learning informs this passion project by chef Andrew Hebert, whose culinary background is Italian. (He’s also executive chef at Baleia’s sister spot, Gufo, and has worked at the owner Coda Group’s other two restaurants, SRV and The Salty Pig, among other places.) Set in a beautiful, modern space off the beaten path in the South End, Baleia offers a choose-your-own-adventure experience of Portuguese cuisine. Pro tip: Start with a refreshing white port tonic, a Portuguese happy-hour go-to; and an order of the plush, lightly sweet Portuguese rolls with chamomile butter. Other standout dishes are the salt cod bolinhos (like fritters made with house-cured whitefish), savory saffron-duck rice, and a seared cod dish that’s like deconstructed caldo verde, with a vibrant green sauce, crispy potato and salty, smoky bits of house-made chouriço.

Innovation combines with timeless, classical consistency at Equal Measure. A cocktail bar attached to Eastern Standard, ES Hospitality Group’s beverage director Jackson Cannon’s name and top-shelf talent is associated with it, but it's principal bartender Liza Hoar who is infusing exciting energy into the place night after night. Her culinary-inspired cocktails with quippy descriptions—like Down the Rabbit Hole (“curiouser and curiouser”), which combines tequila, Aperol, lime, turmeric honey, carrot greens and olive oil; an Oopsie Daisy, (“a little melty ice cream”), with honey-infused cognac, cream, crème de cacao, benedictine and lavender—may sound more intriguing than clearly delicious. But in practice, they prove to be balanced, beautiful and memorable every time. This is mostly a bar, but don't sleep on the menu of snacks—especially the duo of petite lobster rolls on house-made, griddled "baby buns" with butter and mayo.

Just a block from either of Boston’s storied art institutions on Huntington Avenue, The MassArt Art Museum is a hidden gem for modern art that’s free to check out. Comprising two moderately-sized galleries, MAAM opened in 2020 and has made contemporary art more accessible in Boston than ever before. Like you’d find at the city’s renowned Institute for Contemporary Art a few miles away in the Seaport, avant-garde exhibitions of global, national and local artists are MAAM’s mission. “Displacement,” a show of nine artists’ works up through December 8, explored human relationships with their environments with multimedia works that have stayed in my mind. MAAM is currently closed until January 23, when “Future Fossils” opens with “imagine relics” created by more than a dozen international luminaries including Ai Weiwei. Did we mention it’s always free? 

No matter how New Englanders feel about snow on any other day of the year, there’s certainly something magical about a white Christmas. Will there be a snowy holiday in Massachusetts this year? There’s a chance, but it’s a small one, according to the area’s meteorologists. Christmas—and the first night of Hanukkah—is less than a week away on Wednesday, Dec. 25. Leading up to that date, temperatures will be cold enough for snow, but the skies are currently looking clear, noted WCVB Boston meteorologist Mike Wankum. “When the holiday arrives in the middle of the week, temperatures will be higher and moisture isn't expected to arrive until the following day,” he wrote in his weather blog. However, communities outside of Boston, notably past Worcester to the west and north into New Hampshire, have a higher chance of waking up to snow on Christmas morning, according to WCVB’s forecasters. The executive weather producer at WBZ-TV, Terry Ellison puts the entire Commonwealth’s chance of a white Christmas at about 25%. (Let’s clarify: a “white Christmas” is officially defined by the National Weather Service as at least 1 inch of snow on the ground by 7am.) “A very weak disturbance” from the Great Lakes will make its way through New England “between Christmas Eve and Christmas Day,” Ellison said. “While the odds of this dropping an inch of snow just in the nick of time are low, at the very least it could mean some mood flurries in the air during Santa's ride or on Christmas Day!” A low

A building in Brookline that looks like a gingerbread house is home to a new chocolate shop and café. L.A. Burdick, famed New Hampshire makers of exquisite chocolate bonbons and delicious drinking chocolate, opens its third Boston-area location in Coolidge Corner on Saturday, Dec. 14. To celebrate on opening day, L.A. Burdick is sharing a complimentary cookie with everyone who makes a purchase from the new shop. Photograph: Courtesy L.A. Burdick Chocolates Photograph: Courtesy L.A. Burdick Photograph: Courtesy L.A. Burdick Chocolates The full-service café and retail counter is set inside the historic S.S. Pierce Building, a Tudor-style landmark with a clock tower on the corner of Beacon and Harvard streets. Time Out got a look inside the new shop as the elves—we mean, the chocolatiers and baristas—were about to start stocking the shelves. This quaint café has whimsical design details that fit right into the historic location, like arched windows, old-world lighting elements and cheery striped wallpaper. The shop will have an expansive retail selection from L.A. Burdick, including gifts for chocolate lovers as well as the artisan company's full range of treats. For prepared food and drinks, it will offer counter and table service, and a menu of chocolate bonbons, pastries, cookies and beverages.  Founded in 1987 in New York City before relocating to Walpole, N.H., L.A. Burdick was among the pioneers of European-style chocolate-making in the U.S. Head chocolatier Michael

It’s been a year, readers! As we near the end of 2024, it’s time to reflect on the meals we savored because the only thing we want to remember about the last 12 months is the best things we ate. (Isn’t it always about the food?) Time Out editors and contributors across the country spent countless hours eating their way through their respective cities, reviewing restaurants, and dissecting trends to bring you this year’s Best of the City Award for Best New Restaurant. It’s a coveted title bestowed to the special spots that won our hearts and swept up accolades, not only from us but also from Michelin and other eagle-eyed diners. If you find yourself in any of these cities, now or in the future, add these fantastic new restaurants to your list. Miami: Sunny’s It’s hard to do many things well, but Sunny’s somehow manages to excel at all its endeavors: a fun happy hour spot, a glamorous Art Deco steakhouse, a chill outdoor restaurant (and dare I say, kid-friendly?) and a lively cocktail bar where you can order a drink and bowl of pasta without any side glances from your neighbor. We also love the tableside martini service and the down-to-earth staff, and, of course, those perfectly seared cuts of meat. Photograph: Jeanne CantoSunny's Steakhouse Chicago: Cariño This Latin American restaurant opened at the tail end of 2023 but quickly became an essential player in Chicago’s dining scene. Recently, Cariño was awarded a Michelin star, a nod our restaurant critic, Maggie Hennessy, i

For travelers seeking a city dining experience with little time to spare in Boston, Delta has a compelling new reason to upgrade your flight. The Delta One Lounge at Logan International Airport opens December 11 in Terminal E, with a seafood menu and an elegantly casual dining experience.  An intimate restaurant with skyline views and a complimentary, full-service, multi-course menu, the Delta One Lounge is located through Delta’s massive, new-ish Sky Club in the main international terminal at Logan. On the mezzanine level, just off the Sky Club “living room” and to the right of check-in, the new area also has six shower rooms, stocked with towels, bathrobes, slippers and Grown Alchemist products. Photograph: Jacqueline Cain Photograph: Jacqueline CainThe entrance to the Delta One Lounge off Delta Sky Club at Logan Airport Terminal E Accessing these upgraded experiences is exclusive to passengers with same-day Delta One tickets, the Atlanta-based airline’s highest seating class on international flights and certain long-haul domestic routes. If you’re flying first or business class on certain Delta partner airlines, or are flying first class as a member of Delta 360, an invite-only frequent flier status tier, you can also access any of the Delta One Lounges. None of those categories described me at Logan Airport this week, but I got a first look—and taste—of Boston’s Delta One Lounge during a media preview.  At 6,700 square feet and just more than 120 seats, Boston’s Delta

If going to see The Nutcracker staged by Boston Ballet, dressed up for the show, is one of your beloved holiday memories, too, chances are you’re making plans to check out the most festive bars and restaurants this holiday season. Make sure Time Out Market Bar is on your list: Three Nutcracker-themed drinks now grace the menu, adding to the already-festive lineup of seasonal cocktails at the Fenway food hall for December. Meghan Murphy, assistant general manager at Time Out Boston, created the drinks inspired by her own childhood fondness for the show. "As a mini ballerina myself at the time, I was blown away by the magic of it all," she says. "This is what the season is all about: love, giving to others, shiny lights, nostalgia and the overwhelming pure joy and excitement of it all." The drinks bring to mind one of Boston's most beloved holiday traditions with flavor and whimsy. Of course, there’s a Sugar Plum Fairy. This pink drink matches bright, tart crème de cassis (blackcurrant liqueur) with vanilla, lemon and edible glitter. Clean-tasting vodka is the spirit that livens this cosmo-like cocktail. TuTu Tini is for the espresso martini lovers out there. This festive rendition adds creamy peppermint and chocolate liqueurs to locally roasted Atomic Cold Brew coffee and vodka. Shaken on ice and strained into a peppermint-garnished glass, you’ll feel like grown-up Clara discovering the Kingdom of the Sweets while savoring this one.  Nutcracker Mai Tai celebrates the high-qual

Time Out Market Boston is known for an enticing array of cuisine from some of the coolest kitchens in the city. But the food hall’s two house-run bars are among the best-kept secrets in the Fenway neighborhood. From a top-shelf selection of local craft beer to seasonal cocktails and mocktails, Time Out Market’s bars please every drinker’s palate—and the expansive space means you and your crew will (almost) always find seats. Visitors to Time Out Market may not realize that all the cocktail ingredients (besides the spirits!) are made in-house, says assistant general manager Meghan Murphy, who creates the seasonal cocktail menus. “It's such a good team effort. Without our bar backs and bartenders, it's all just words on a page until they show up and bring it to life,” she says. For this season’s selection, Murphy started by considering the flavors of the season—warm spices, sweet fruits, festive textures, etc. The holiday-ready menu debuted this week: Here’s what you’ll be sipping on this season at Time Out Market Boston. Photograph: Jacqueline CainThe Prickly Pear The Prickly Pear What’s in it:  Meili Vodka, Orchard Pear Liqueur, vanilla, lemon What it’s like: Grown-up lemonade vibes. Autumnal pear and vanilla tempers the citrusy brightness and makes it super seasonal. Jason Mamoa’s vodka, Melli, meanwhile, is smooth with a clean flavor. Apple Pie Rum Fizz What’s in it: Planteray Original Dark Rum, autumnally spiced apple cider, lemon, cinnamon, honey What it’s like: It’s

One of Boston’s biggest names in seafood is returning to a hallowed hall of oysters and lobster rolls. Row 34—helmed by chef-owner Jeremy Sewall—will open a fifth location next summer at 498 Commonwealth Ave., the former site of Island Creek Oyster Bar at the Hotel Commonwealth. Sewall had been the executive chef at Island Creek Oyster Bar since it first opened in 2010, and was a partner when ICOB shuttered during the pandemic. Before that, Sewall had opened the restaurant’s predecessor, Great Bay, a Michael Schlow-led seafood spot that earned national acclaim in the aughts. Sewall was also behind the bygone Brookline fine-dining institution, Lineage. He has penned several cookbooks, including Oysters: A Celebration in the Raw (2016) and The Row 34 Cookbook (2021). “Returning to Kenmore Square is surreal, without a doubt,” Sewall said in a press release announcement about the news. Photograph: Courtesy Row 34Shore Gregory (L) and chef Jeremy Sewall of Row 34 The chef and business partner Shore Gregory co-founded Row 34 in Boston’s Fort Point neighborhood in 2013. At the time, they had additional partners, including Island Creek Oyster Farm founder Skip Bennett and Eastern Standard restaurateur Garrett Harker, who both exited the Row 34 group in 2021, when ICOB closed. Since then, Bennett has focused on hospitality at his South Shore oyster farm, debuting a year-round raw bar there as well as the Winsor House restaurant across the street. New York City's Blue Ribbon Hospital

Time Out Market Boston is known for an enticing array of cuisine from some of the coolest kitchens in the city. But the food hall’s two house-run bars are among the best-kept secrets in the Fenway neighborhood. From a top-shelf selection of local craft beer to seasonal cocktails and mocktails, Time Out Market’s bars please every drinker’s palate—and the expansive space means you and your crew will (almost) always find seats. Visitors to Time Out Market may not realize that all the cocktail ingredients (besides the spirits!) are made in-house, says assistant general manager Meghan Murphy, who creates the seasonal cocktail menus. “It's such a good team effort. Without our bar backs and bartenders, it's all just words on a page until they show up and bring it to life,” she says. For this season’s selection, Murphy started by considering the flavors of the season—warm spices, sweet fruits, festive textures, etc. The holiday-ready menu debuted this week: Here’s what you’ll be sipping on this season at Time Out Market Boston. Photograph: Jacqueline CainThe Prickly Pear The Prickly Pear What’s in it:  Meili Vodka, Orchard Pear Liqueur, vanilla, lemon What it’s like: Grown-up lemonade vibes. Autumnal pear and vanilla tempers the citrusy brightness and makes it super seasonal. Jason Mamoa’s vodka, Melli, meanwhile, is smooth with a clean flavor. Apple Pie Rum Fizz What’s in it: Planteray Original Dark Rum, autumnally spiced apple cider, lemon, cinnamon, honey What it’s like: It’s

I’m definitely a little biased, seeing as though my coworkers and I often work from a table at Time Out Market Boston… but, you really can’t go wrong with the Fenway food hall as a meetup place for your friends. The expansive space has ample seating and never requires reservations, plus the lineup of 14 kitchens from Boston chefs and restaurants means that everyone really can find something they’ll enjoy. Add in the bars’ awesome seasonal beer and cocktail menus, and Friendsgiving plans are sorted! In that vein, many of the Time Out Market vendors craft specials for the holidays. Alongside menu staples and seasonal favorites, here’s what’s happening for Friendsgiving at Time Out Market Boston, now through the end of November. Photograph: Courtesy A&B Burgers The Day After Turkey Burger at A&B Burgers What is it: A turkey patty topped with mashed potatoes, stuffing and homemade cranberry sauce, finished with turkey gravy. Served with a side of sweet potato fries. When is it available: Now through November 27 beginning at 11:30am daily Order now Photograph: Courtesy Blue Ribbon Barbecue Turkey Stew at Blue Ribbon Barbecue What is it: Turkey stew over cornbread stuffing with cranberry chutney. A special side of butternut squash is also on the menu. When is it available: November 22–30 beginning at 11:30am daily Order now Photograph: Courtesy Union Square Donuts Seasonal Doughnuts at Union Square Donuts What is it: From classic apple cider (tossed in cinnamon-clove sugar)

Instagram moments never-before-seen-in-Boston arrive in the city this season—just in time for winter break with the kids. The Museum of Illusions Boston opens Saturday, Nov. 23, near Faneuil Hall. Elsewhere, the Museum of Ice Cream is getting ready for a December 14 debut in the Boston Seaport. Tickets are now on sale for both sensory-driven experiences. Here's what you need to know about the Museum of Illusions: What is it? Created in Croatia in 2015, the Museum of Illusions has become a phenomenon with more than 50 locations globally. Boston is its first in New England, though locals may be familiar with New York’s Museum of Illusions, which has been around since 2018. Or maybe, at least, photos of your friends seemingly climbing on ceilings and up walls of a high-contrast room in one of the New York’s sites exhibits. At each Museum of Illusions, installations like perspective-changing rooms and image galleries play with light, physics and how we interpret what we see. Think of it as a science-meets-art experience, the creators say, and a leisurely thing to do for families, school groups, date nights and any other curious minds bopping around Boston. What to expect from Museum of Illusions Boston About 10,000 square feet, Boston is one of the largest Museum of Illusions anywhere. Some of the exhibits nod to the city’s history and culture, such as a basketball-themed Reversed Room and a Building Illusion modeled after a local cast iron-facaded landmark. Where is Museum of Il

Instagram moments never-before-seen-in-Boston arrive in the city this season—just in time for winter break with the kids. The Museum of Illusions Boston opens Saturday, Nov. 23, near Faneuil Hall. Elsewhere, the Museum of Ice Cream is getting ready for a December 14 debut in the Boston Seaport. Tickets are now on sale for both sensory-driven experiences. Here's what you need to know about the Museum of Ice Cream: What is it? You know that photo opportunity where people are basking in a ball pit made of lifesize rainbow sprinkles? That’s the Museum of Ice Cream. Well, it’s one of the most famous installations at the “immersive ice cream playground.” With five other permanent locations in New York, Chicago, Miami, Austin and Singapore, the Museum of Ice Cream is a truly multisensory experience—there are unlimited ice cream samples!!—centered on the universally beloved frozen confection.  There’s that Insta-famous sprinkle pool to explore (accessed via a whimsical slide), interactive playscapes, a café and exclusive treats available in each city.  What to expect from Museum of Ice Cream Boston Installations at every Museum of Ice Cream are “crafted to celebrate ice cream and local culture,” according to a press release. In Boston, that obviously translates to sports: “FunWay Park” is an exclusive exhibit featuring carnival games and cotton candy in flavors that recall ballpark snacks, like buttered popcorn.  Cookie Living Room, meanwhile, is a cozy place made of “cookie motifs”

On top of other things going on so far this November, Massachusetts is monitoring a “red flag warning" for increased fire risk. The entire state is at risk for brush and wildfires due to dry conditions, warm temperatures and gusty winds. Following red flag warnings during election week, the National Weather Service alerts "all of Massachusetts east of the Berkshires, northern Connecticut, and all of Rhode Island." “Any fire that develops will catch and spread quickly,” the NWS said in an updated statement on Thursday, Nov. 14. “Outdoor burning is not recommended.”  More than 200 brush fires started across Massachusetts in October, and more than 50 have already been addressed in the first week of November, the Boston Globe reported—figures way higher than the Bay State’s average 15 wildfires in a typical October. This fall has been anything but typical, with just more than 2 inches of rain seen in Boston since September.  Photograph: Courtesy Friends of the Blue Hills “As we confront an unprecedented fall fire season, I’m asking all our residents to protect themselves, their neighbors, and their communities by refraining from any outdoor activities that involve open flames, sparks and embers, or other heat sources,” Governor Maura Healey said in a statement. Nearly 500 acres across Massachusetts burned in early November, including “significant” fires in Salem and Lynn, Blue Hills Reservation in Milton, Northampton in Western Mass. and elsewhere.  “We have seen truly remarkab