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Eat. Out!

The good weather’s here, and the clock’s a-ticking: You’ve got approximately 12 short weeks to dine under the sun (or stars), and then it’s back to coat checks and crowded dining rooms. Make the most of the all-too-brief season with our enthusiast’s guide to thinking outside the boîte.

Two If By Sea

All Dressed Up

It’s easy to see how Jim and Alina Apteker have built their company, Longwood Events, into one of the area’s premier private-function groups. Ever the […]

The Islands, Decoded

Whether you’re a first-time weekender or have a lifetime of summers under your whale belt, our discriminating guide to navigating Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket like a veteran will guarantee nobody will know the difference.

Power 2008: The Elements of Influence

The 50 most powerful people in town, as ranked by the most powerful people in town.

The 61 New Best Things About Boston

While there are the familiar, timeless reasons to adore Boston, with the city evolving faster than ever, every day seems to bring with it a new object of affection. Here’s what’s filling our hearts with Boston pride right now.

Home Design Innovators

Remarkable renovations that blend the old with the new. View our slide show presentation of four different homes in Chinatown, the South Shore, the South […]

The Smart Buys in a Scary Market

We know: Between the topsy-turvy prices and the subprime mess, it’s a real estate nightmare out there. But after grilling dozens of brokers and hundreds of industry experts, we’re pleased to report there are some bright spots for jittery house-hunters (and owners). A road map to 29 neighborhoods and towns that are holding their value, or are poised to be big winners when the next boom rolls around.

Modern Heir

A Lexington House Grows From a Tiny 1949 Bungalow Into a Richly Crafted Contemporary Masterpiece The story of Tucker Taft’s Lexington home begins not in […]

Home & Property

Best of Boston Home 2008

Our top picks for architects, designers, furniture stores, kitchen suppliers, and more.