Tanya Edwards

Friendsgiving can look like a lot of different things, but essentially, it’s getting together with friends, usually the week of Thanksgiving to celebrate without all the formality and family obligations. It's a time to come together, enjoy good food and drink, and honestly, relax in the run up to the holiday. While some friends go out for a big meal, there are also drag brunches, Thanksgiving-themed hot dogs, brewery tap takeovers and more on the calendar this year.  Of course, you can also celebrate Thanksgiving in Boston with a traditional holiday meal and the pies from the best in town.

From help with the big meal to outdoor activities and ways to give back, these seasonal happenings help you savor Thanksgiving season. To eat day-of, check out our guide to Boston restaurants open on Thanksgiving. RECOMMENDED: Full guide to the best restaurants in Boston

November in Boston brings shorter days, cooler temps and increasing holiday cheer with every passing day. Winter is just around the corner, so everyone wants to get outside whenever they can. (Before you know it, you'll be thinking about the best skiing spots near Boston.) Along with classic stick-season activities like checking out the best museums in Boston and planning the best Thanksgiving in the city, here's what to do this month. RECOMMENDED: How to have an amazing fall in Boston

Thanksgiving falls late this year on Thursday Nov. 28, and if you do not want to be responsible for the big meal, consider a quiet night out, care of Boston’s finest chefs. Many city hotels and select neighborhood restaurants are open on the holiday. Ranging from bar snacks to traditional Thanksgiving feasts—often prepared with a bit more flair than you might see in a home cooked meal—there are options for small and large parties ready to welcome you and yours. Bonus: There will be no dirty dishes for you to tackle after. For other Turkey Day ideas and holiday happenings, also be sure to explore our guide to Thanksgiving in Boston. RECOMMENDED: Full guide to the best restaurants in Boston

Whether you like your coffee black and in a big mug, chilled over ice with a pump of caramel or a big frothy latte, it’s an essential part of many Bostonians mornings (and afternoons, to be honest). We’re not going to tell you to never go to Dunkin, but there are so many small, independent Boston coffee shops and cafes worth seeking out for a change of scenery. Here are some of our favorite places to grab the best coffee in Boston. And if you take your java with food, be sure to check out the best doughnut shops, best breakfast spots or brunch spots in Boston. RECOMMENDED: Full guide to the best restaurants in Boston

Choosing where to stay around Boston can set the tone for your whole visit, so it’s best to do a little homework. From bustling Back Bay and cobblestoned Beacon Hill to the student-heavy Harvard Square (which, we know, is in Cambridge), each neighborhood has its own energy. The good news is there's likely an area that’s perfect for your plans—and luckily, the metropolis is quite accessible. We've covered the best hotels, best restaurants and best bars—and now here’s your guide to the best places to stay to make you fall in love with Boston.

September brings the best of both summer and fall to Boston. The college bars are busy again, patios aren't all yet closed for the season, and sunny-and-75 beach days come without the crowds. But autumnal entertainment is gaining on us, and winter will be here soon enough (sorry!). Here’s how to make the most of September in Boston.

Celebrating Halloween in Boston is a vibrant mix of spooky fun and historic charm. In a city that’s nearly 400 years old, it can seem like there are haunted stories on every corner, and visiting a pumpkin patch is everyone’s favorite way to kick off the season. And of course, the city of Salem is always just a train or ferry boat ride away from Boston (but let’s hope you’ve already made hotel reservations!). That’s never all that’s happening for Halloween around Boston. Revelers can hit creative costume parties, haunted festivals, scary movie screenings and devilish performances all across the region. Ramp up the fun—and the fright—with our picks, in chronological order, for Halloween events all season long.

We love a good food hall. (Clearly! Have we told you about Time Out Market?! More on us in a few...) Boston may not have a hallowed hall like Philadelphia's Reading Terminal Market or L.A.'s Grand Central Market, but the city has several smaller, quirker spots full of everything from New England seafood to tacos and sweets. Great for groups—where everyone can choose what they want—and dining without any reservations required, food halls are an awesome option no matter where you are in Boston. Here's where to find the coolest food halls around. RECOMMENDED: Full guide to the best restaurants in Boston

As one of the oldest cities in the country—and one with the prettiest fall foliage—Boston is a prime place to visit in October. The region has historic haunts you can't miss, whether it’s one of our creepy old graveyards or a verifiably spooky site with a story that would put your favorite true-crime podcast to shame. But it's not all about the fear factor around here, with family-friendly fun floating around, too. If you want to celebrate the season without waiting for all the annual Halloween parties and events to happen, here's how to get your tricks and treats out and celebrate Halloween in Boston all October long. RECOMMENDED: The best things to do in Boston

Burgers are never a bad idea. There's such beauty in a simple, ground beef patty poised between two buns—and its versatility means that it can serve as a quick grab-and-go lunch, be enjoyed with a glass of good wine at a gourmet dinner or cap off your late night before you head home from the bar. We’ve found the best classic and inventive burgers across Boston, and the one thing they all have in common is that they’re all juicy and delicious. Looking to get your hands on more local, hand-held specialties? Check out the best lobster rolls in Boston, the best sandwiches in Boston and the best tacos in Boston. RECOMMENDED: Full guide to the best restaurants in Boston

Steins up! It’s time for Oktoberfest in Boston.  Originating way back in 1810, Oktoberfest began as a celebration of the marriage of the crown prince of Bavaria. Since then it's become a large-scale cultural event in Germany that’s centered on beer—and naturally, Boston is all in on any event that revolves around beer.  The Hub will see all sorts of Oktoberfest celebrations starting in mid-September and running through the end of October. Check out our list of events (in chronological order), and start making your Oktoberfest plans—because what’s more fun than steins of beer and a few pairs of errant lederhosen? We can’t think of much. Just add a big pretzel and it’s on.  RECOMMENDED: Full guide to the best restaurants in Boston  

The South Boston brewery is hosting a tap takeover all day on Saturday, Nov. 23, pouring seasonal faves from a bevy of breweries, and their own Sweet Potato Brown Ale. Guest taps include Brockton Brewery’s Ticket to Vibe (a hazy DIPA), Rushford & Son Brewing’s Bees Knees (a honey blonde ale), Cambridge Brewing’s Amber Ale and more. Bardo’s Pizza will be cranking out South Shore bar pies, because you’re going to need some carbs in your belly with all those tasty brews.

If you’d like your Friendsgiving to be fabulous, Nash Bar & Stage is throwing a Friendsgiving drag brunch on Sunday, November 24, with doors at 11am. The show starts at 1pm, and is hosted by local drag artist Doriann Blonch. Tickets for the show are $20 per person, food and drink are additional.

For something beyond just a great meal (but also with a great meal), round up your friends and head to Davio’s in Braintree for a Friendsgiving Vino Flora Workshop. You’ll create your own floral arrangement with freshly cut flowers presented by floral artist Asusena Texada, while enjoying passed appetizers—marinated veggies, cured meats and cheeses, olives and seasonal fruit—and two glasses of Davio’s reserve wines. This hands-on experience is $105 per person on Saturday, Nov. 23 at 1pm.

Boston food lovers, mark your calendars for November 13 to dine with some of New England’s most acclaimed chefs. David Standridge, this year’s James Beard award-winning Best Chef: Northeast and the proprietor of The Shipwright’s Daughter, and Adam Young, owner and baker at Sift Bake Shop—both out of Mystic, Connecticut—are joining chef Robert Sisca and team at the Banks Seafood & Steak in Back Bay for one night only. Mystic has emerged as a culinary hot spot on the East Coast, attracting visitors from around the world to try fresh and innovative seafood. What can diners expect when “Mystic takes Boston?” Following an extensive lineup of welcome canapes comes a rich, four-course meal that the chefs created together.  Standridge regularly cooks with overlooked and invasive species, and he’ll showcase his commitment to sustainability with the first course, Shipwright’s caviar. It starts with monkfish poached in a green crab stock, and a green crab gelée spiked with lime and honey. A generous layer of Pearl Street osetra caviar, a dollop of onion crème fraiche and a single leaf of citrus marigold finish the dish. It’s a throwback to a creation he was once responsible for as sous chef at L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon, the two-Michelin-starred (now-closed) restaurant at the Four Seasons in New York City.  "It’s a beautiful start to a menu that is luxurious and complex," Standridge says. "My goal with it is to take two fairly lowly ingredients like green crab and monkfish and make it i

On Halloween, Rebel’s Guild at The Revere Hotel will host Wicked Witches and Wigs, a Hocus Pocus Drag Dinner. The event runs from 6:30–10pm featuring performances by Just JP. Guests can enjoy jaw-dropping acts, dazzling costumes and mischievous fun, all while indulging in a delicious prix-fixe menu available for purchase. The 21-plus event has a $20 reservation charge plus a $25 minimum spend on food or beverage per person.

Boston’s only Scottish bar and restaurant is also a quirky music venue located at the historic Haffenreffer Brewery complex in Jamaica Plain. For Halloween, The Haven is hosting an evening of ghostly fun with a haunted karaoke party. The evening will commemorate the story of Jillian MacKay, a Scottish brewery worker who tragically died in an accident at the brewery exactly 100 years ago on Halloween night (yikes!). You can hit the restaurant to enjoy a fall feast beginning at 5pm, while event tickets grant access to the bar and restaurant after 8:30pm when the special karaoke event begins. 

Kendall Square’s State Park is steering away from spooky and straight into fabulous this Halloween with a blond celebration on October 31. Live music all night covers your favorite blond musicians, and costumes are encouraged to recall your favorite blond. Think Dolly Parton, Debbie Harry and Lady Gaga if you need inspiration! The party starts at 8pm and there’s a $10 cover.

Inspired by Washington Irving’s The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, Harvest in Cambridge is hosting a dinner sure to set the tone for spooky season. On Oct. 27, diners will receive welcome canapes followed by four eerie courses, served alongside spine-tingling cocktails and a wickedly curated wine and beer selection. Tickets for the dinner are $110 per person and include event entry, a welcome cocktail, and a seated dinner with a beverage pairing.

The Sapphic Nights crew hosts a Halloween party for femmes and the LGBTQIA+ community with a dance party on a yacht on October 27. Frenchy will be DJing the 21-plus event, which will be indoors and outdoors. The party boat departs from Fan Pier Marina at 5pm. Tickets are $60 and include light bites and access to two cash bars.

Purely Boston is hosting a haunted carnival party at cocktail bar Carrie Nation on October 31, kicking off at 8pm and scaring up fun 'til last call. Tickets get you access to the Beacon Hill hot spot's two bars, with music by The 1999 and DJ Matty Ice along with a costume contest, performances, and what the bar is calling “bizarre attractions.” 

On Thursday, Oct. 24, The Beehive will transform into “The Boohive” to celebrate Halloween. Beginning at 5pm, the South End venue and restaurant will be serving seasonal food specials by chef Ryan Skeen and getting ready for Dance with the Devil burlesque show. Performances begin at 8:30pm and guests should come prepared to be scared!

Get your maracas ready! The Liberty Hotel’s annual Halloween bash is Beetlejuice-themed this year. On Saturday, Oct. 26, starting at 9pm, the event will feature tunes from DJs Joshua Carl and Skoolyahd, a photo booth for capturing clever and scary costumes, and all the spooky vibes you need this season. General admission tickets start at $95.

Big news for the holidays, bakers and people who love to eat delicious things: King Arthur Baking Company is opening a pop-up retail shop for the season on Newbury Street.  Located at 172 Newbury—next door to Ben & Jerry’s—King Arthur Baking Co. opens Thursday, Oct. 3, through December 31. Shoppers can visit the pop-up seven days a week between 10am–7pm, to pick up all the essentials needed for the busy baking season.  While the pop-up won’t host the Vermont brand’s famous baking classes, there will be plenty to browse in Boston. It will be stocked with a wide range of essentials, including King Arthur flours and other ingredients, boxed baking mixes, tools, appliances and more. King Arthur’s rich triple cocoa blend tops our shopping list: It makes everything chocolate even more chocolatey. The shop will also host events, like a author meet-and-greet for their latest baking book, The Big Book of Bread (date TBA). King Arthur Baking Company, which is headquartered in Norwich, Vt., has a history that stretches far back to Boston. Henry Wood began importing flour from England to Long Wharf in 1790. His namesake enterprise was the first flour company in the young United States—and first food company in New England. As time passed, Henry Wood & Company began milling their flour from American-grown wheat. By 1896, it debuted "new and improved" flour at the Boston Food Fair and changed the business name to King Arthur. The company was headquartered in Boston for nearly 200 years bef

Another week, another new restaurant in the Seaport—and this one looks sexy and fun! COJE Management Group, the Boston-based restaurant group behind Lolita, Ruka, Mariel, Yvonne’s and more splashy spots, has announced Mr. H, a “modern Chinese restaurant,” will open on Thursday, Sept. 12.  Located at 225 Northern Ave., across from Legal Harborside, Mr. H leans into the cuisine of mainland China and Taiwan with the atmosphere of an intimate Shanghainese cocktail lounge, according to an opening release. Imagine luxurious gold and red hues, gorgeous murals of flowers and dragons on the walls, and carved wood details. From the street, visitors will see a lightbox of authentic antique Chinese screens circa 1900, combined with an animated neon fish eating a soup dumpling (naturally) hung above the restaurant’s entrance.  Photograph: Josh Jamison Photograph: Josh Jamison Inside, there is a dumpling lounge with a majestic brass dragon as a focal point. Custom velvet Chinese art hangs on the walls, with a chandelier lighting the green and gold banquettes and cherry-red seating. A half-wall divides the space from a six-seat dumpling bar with a 24-carat gold leaf ceiling. The gold leaf extends into the main dining room, which also has an interpretation of a Chinese clay tile roof in green jade. The main dining room is ready for a feast, with an extended row of banquettes with tables that have a red lacquer base, and black lacquer dining chairs with silk cushions for those seated acro

It’s time for every undergrad—and let’s be honest, many apartment dwellers in the Greater Boston area—to celebrate a time-honored annual holiday, Allston Christmas.  (Unfamiliar with this particularly Boston-centric tradition? Allston Christmas refers to all the unwanted belongings left on the curb for anyone to take during the last weekend of August and first weekend in September, when the majority of leases, especially in student-heavy areas like Allston-Brighton, turn over each year.) This year, Stop & Shop is celebrating Allston Christmas in a fun way at its newest location. On Saturday, Aug. 31, and Sunday, Sept. 1, from 11am–1 pm both days, the local grocer is hosting an Allston Christmas party at its store at 305 Guest St. at Allston Yards. The store will have free food samples, holiday music playing—and even Santa Claus will make an appearance to make the festivities more jolly.  Santa is handing out goodies to shoppers, as well. Customers who spend $25 or more will receive a limited-edition Allston Christmas shopping bag. The giant-size vessel is designed to haul your second-hand treasures home (or, maybe a big grocery run). Covered with illustrations depicting scenes from Allston Christmas—think: furniture-strewn streets—the shopping bags are also available at the Mission Hill Stop & Shop. When it comes to Allston Christmas gifts, we’d suggest sticking to wood, plastic and metal items such as bookshelves, nightstands and small appliances. For bedbug reasons, you sho

Chef and restaurateur Douglass Williams, a two-time James Beard Award semifinalist for Outstanding Chef and Best Chef: Northeast, and his business partner, Seth Gerber, will bring a fourth location of beloved Italian restaurant MIDA to the Fenway neighborhood this fall. MIDA, which has locations in the South End, Newton and East Boston, is known for an Italian-leaning menu, with Williams prioritizing three things: ingredients, wine and hospitality. Dishes are ideal for sharing—from the North Shore fritto misto and glazed duck wings, to the handmade ricotta gnocchi cacio e pepe and short rib lasagna.  Photograph: Courtesy MIDA/Emily Kan The new MIDA location will be at 1391 Boylston Street, which is currently the home of Williams’ DW French. (The chic space previously housed Orfano, a glam Italian American eatery by chef Tiffani Faison.) DW French will host guests for the last time on Sunday, Aug. 18, the team shared on Instagram Friday morning. "We have some bittersweet news to share with you all," the post reads, in part. "Thank you for your support and warm welcome to the neighborhood. We can’t wait to return soon, with a new iteration of the space, bringing our beloved Italian dishes from MIDA to you all." Williams elaborated to Time Out Boston, "Fenway holds a special place in Boston’s heart, and it’s been incredible to watch its transformation in recent years. We’re proud to be part of this neighborhood and contribute to its exciting future." "The enthusiastic respon

Get your clubs ready! Swingers, the UK-originated activity known as “crazy golf,” is opening in Boston in collaboration with a local restaurant group.  What’s “crazy golf?” If regular golf is about focus and stamina, “crazy golf,” an invention from our friends in England, is like the sport on spring break. Imagine wildly themed minigolf courses with obstacles and of course, lots of beer. The Swingers location in London has a beach holiday theme, for example. And next year, you’ll be able to play this wacky version of golf right on Boylston Street. Photograph: Courtesy SwingersA person smiles while playing Swingers Crazy Golf Why Boston? “Having opened in Washington D.C. and New York City, we’ve gotten to know the East Coast of the U.S. and Boston just feels like a natural fit,” says Matt Grech-Smith, co-founder and co-CEO of Competitive Socializing, the company behind Swingers. “It has a great food scene, a vibrant dating culture, thriving nightlife and discerning locals who like finding new experiences.” Plus, it found a good match with Tavistock Restaurant Collection, the Boston dining group behind stalwarts Abe & Louie’s, Atlantic Fish Co., Coach Grill, Joe’s on Newbury and Joe’s Waterfront. “When we found our stunning space in the Back Bay with Tavistock Restaurant Collection, with its exposed wooden beams and red brick, we knew that Boston would be the perfect home for us,” Grech-Smith says.  Located on Boylston between Abe & Louie’s and Atlantic Fish Co. (in what was

Strap into your skates and get roller-disco ready, because there’s a free roller rink in Kendall Square all summer long—with a beer garden and more. Rollerama at Kendall Common, a pop-up roller rink and social space, opens Friday, June 28, at the corner of Third and Broadway near Kendall/MIT on the Red Line. Located in Cambridge’s Innovation District, it’s produced by MIT’s real estate group, which is developing the 10-acre site of a former national transportation systems center over the next few years, to include commercial and residential buildings as well as four parks and a community center. This is the first summer of programming from the newly dubbed Kendall Common. Skating includes free skate rentals and will be open Fridays from 2-8pm and on weekends from 11am-8pm. After July 10, hours will expand to include Wednesdays and Thursdays from 2-8pm as well. Rollerama will be open through September 29. Starting July 17, it will offer more than just skating and free skate rentals. Plans are in the works for local restaurants to offer food and drinks for purchase (not everything can be free!), as well as a beer garden to open later in July. Details about the food and drink options aren’t yet available. There will be open spaces, seating and lounge areas where you can relax and spend some time. The skating rink is worth checking out even if you’re not a skater. A large mural by Massiel Grullón features retro-inspired shapes and movement, spanning more than 7,000 square feet. T

Heartbreaking news for all who love Boston’s German beer hall and restaurant Jacob Wirth. The historic Theater District building that housed the legendary beer-and-bratwurst spot—which had been set to reopen this year—was engulfed in a large fire on Monday night. According to WCVB, the four-alarm fire started in the building at 31-37 Stuart St. near the corner of Tremont Street. Since the 1870s, it was home to the Jacob Wirth Restaurant, which was the second-oldest continuously operated restaurant in Boston when it shuttered in 2018. Boston Fire reported a heavy fire on all three floors of the building, which has been under construction for more than a year. The department shared a short video: Heavy fire on ok 3 floors of a building under construction at 31-37 Stuart st. This is now a 4 alarm fire all companies working pic.twitter.com/iB9HqzracE — Boston Fire Dept. (@BostonFire) June 25, 2024 Witnesses said at one point, flames were shooting about 30 feet out of the front of the building. In response to the tweet, an X (formerly Twitter) user wrote that they could “smell the fire all the way in South Boston.”  In another tweet, Boston Fire said all firefighters were ordered out of the building at 11:15pm. The Boston firefighters were battling the flames from all directions, with multiple deck guns and using the adjacent parking garage to access the blaze. At 12:23am, the department reported that the heavy fire had been knocked down. The fire commissioner sa

While at Foxwoods Resort Casino last week for the opening of Grace by Nia, Time Out had the pleasure of sitting down with Guy Fieri to chat about his time in Boston and more.  Over a spread of cocktails—made from the celeb chef’s own Santo Tequila, of course—plus burgers, fries and his famous trash can nachos at Guy Fieri’s Foxwoods Kitchen and Bar, Fieri dished on his favorite Boston chefs these days, catching another Celtics game and how he measures his own success. Wait... is Guy Fieri a Celtics fan? Eagle-eyed Cs fans may have spotted Guy Fieri sitting courtside at the TD Garden during Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals between the Celtics and the Indiana Pacers. "Going to a game at The Garden is one of the greatest,” Fieri told Time Out. “One, Boston fans, they're great. They're crazy, they're tenacious, they're everything." But he isn’t necessarily among them: the Golden State Warriors superfan was just in town for a good time. “I was just there to see great basketball and oh my God, did I see it,” Fieri said. What else does Guy Fieri love about Boston? Of course, the Mayor of Flavortown wasn’t in town just to talk hoops. He also visited some of his favorite chefs in Boston, including fellow Food Network star Tiffani Faison. “I just went over to Sweet Cheeks for barbecue,” Fieri said, noting restaurateur Faison’s win in the third season of his competition show, Tournament of Champions. He is also excited about a hot new restaurant, Seamark Seafood & Cocktails, whic

Prominent Boston restaurateur Nia Grace has introduced her modern-day supper club to Connecticut. Grace by Nia is now open at Foxwoods Resort Casino, with similar soul food, glamorous cocktails and musical panache of the Seaport original—and a few twists.  Owner Nia Grace debuted one of the coolest additions to the Seaport in May 2023, in partnership with Boston’s Big Night, a deep-pocketed entertainment group known for celeb-courting clubs like Scorpion Bar, the Grand and Big Night Live. Also partners with Guy Fieri in Boston and at Foxwoods, Big Night broadened the Roxbury-raised restaurateur’s scope to Mashantucket, Connecticut, an under-two-hour drive from Boston (depending on traffic!). Grace is also the sole proprietor of Darryl’s Corner Bar & Kitchen, which is currently closed while the team “breathes new life” into the Roxbury institution.  Photograph: Courtesy Robin Winchell for Big NightNia Grace welcomes VIPs to Grace by Nia at Foxwoods on Wednesday, May 22. Photograph: Courtesy Robin Winchell for Big Night Photograph: Courtesy Big NightSmoke Break, a cocktail from Grace by Nia, features mezcal, gochujang-honey syrup, raspberry and "smokin' citrus." Grace’s latest is familiar to folks who have visited the Seaport supper club, featuring live music Thursday through Sunday, and a soulful menu inspired by the South. We stopped by the VIP grand opening celebration on Wednesday, May 22—along with fellow Foxwoods operator and the mayor of Flavortown himself, Guy Fie

There's an adorable activity taking place up north and it involves a dozen sweet dogs. Yes, you can play with 12 golden retrievers and get photos taken with them this holiday season.  Head to Jeffersonville Vermont’s Golden Dog Farm for an aww-inducing Golden Retriever Experience. For $75 a person, you can have a playdate with the farm's super friendly golden retrievers for an hour or so.  Becca and Doug Worple run the farm, and began offering the experience back in September. They told Boston.com that the response was “immediate and overwhelming” with travel Tiktokers posting about the dogs, and the farm’s own account garnering over 2 million views. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Golden Dog Farm - Vermont (@goldendogfarmvt)   The dogs don’t actually live on the farm, they come from local breeders Butternut Hill Golden Retrievers, which is owned by friends of the Worples. The breeders bring in a dozen or so dogs for the day, and they’re all friendly and ready to play and cuddle with farm guests.  Watching the retrievers leap from the back of the truck is pretty adorable, and guests can take photos and videos of the whole group.  View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jordana Judson | 🗽NYC + FL Content Creator (@jordanataylor)   Farm owner Becca is a professional photographer, and happy to take photos of you with the dogs, as well as selfies you take on your own. She and her husband found their way to Vermont from Oh

There’s not much we’re bigger fans of than a staycation in the city. Whether coming from one of the local neighborhoods, across the river from Somerville or from an outlying suburb, setting into a luxury room right in the center of it all feels so indulgent and fun. Recently, we had the opportunity to take a weekend break at the breathtaking Boston Harbor Hotel, and beyond those famous views, here’s what to expect.  History of the Boston Harbor Hotel A luxury hotel overlooking the Boston Harbor and Rose Kennedy Greenway, the Boston Harbor Hotel, part of the Rowes Wharf building, was built in 1987.  With a location that overlooks the stunning harbor on one side, with views of the Harbor Islands, East Boston and flights coming in and out of Logan airport, and spilling out onto the Greenway on the other, this hotel is all about the fantastic location. Photograph: Courtesy Boston Harbor Hotel For a romantic city getaway with your partner, it’s tough to beat being within walking distance of the North End, downtown and the theater district.  The rooms at the Boston Harbor Hotel The rooms are all luxuriously appointed with classic modern furnishings, and the hotel offers allergen and feather free floors. While we’ll always choose the harbor views, the city views many of the rooms offer are stunning as well. Sailing and history enthusiasts will enjoy all the nods to Boston’s past with history maps and seafaring art rooting the property with a true sense of the city.  Photograph: C

We never thought we’d see the day when the mayor of Boston would apologize for the lack of snow in the city, but here we are. Tuesday, February 13 was supposed to see Boston covered in at least eight inches of fluffy white snow, but instead there was barely a sprinkle across town. Mayor Michelle Wu declared a snow emergency on Monday, however that ended up seeming pretty unnecessary.  Mayor Wu apologized for calling a snow emergency In an appearance on GBH’s “Boston Public Radio” late Tuesday, she explained, “I will take being overprepared than underprepared every single time, but it does come with a lot of disruption and inconvenience for families and people trying to get to their jobs.” She added, “So it’s really unfortunate, but we are glad to be safe, rather than sorry.” Mayor Wu explained how the decision to call a snow emergency is made While a bad call on a snow day can be a pain for everyone, the mayor did explain how city officials  arrived at the decision. There was a major change in the storm’s track late on Monday, which is difficult to predict.  “I think it goes to show not only is our climate changing in general that we haven’t had a significant snowstorm now in more than two years, but also the predictability of the weather — every storm can change so quickly on its path, the projections, the amounts,” Wu said.  The mayor acknowledged that keeping the citizens of Boston, especially children, is a big factor.  “It’s basically a calculation of, how likely are we