City Life

How the Karen Read Case Turned a Local Bar Into a True Crime Landmark

The region’s most sensational murder trial made Canton’s Waterfall Bar & Grille into an unwitting supporting character in the mystery of John O’Keefe’s death.


Arts & Entertainment

The Exit Interview: Jill Medvedow, Outgoing ICA Boston Director

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Restaurants

Russ & Mimi’s, a Neighborhood Market, Opens in Roslindale This Month

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Restaurants

Democracy Brewing Will Expand to East Boston in 2025


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Wellness

Our Brand-New Top Dentists in Greater Boston List Is Here

Boston magazine’s all-new list of the 834 best dentists in the region—from generalists to orthodontists to pediatric specialists—as chosen by their peers.

Travel

A Weekend Traveler’s Guide to North Conway, New Hampshire

Check off everything on your fall bucket list with a visit to this wildly picturesque New Hampshire mountain town.

City Life

Photos: The 44th Annual Salute to Scouting at the Boston Harbor Hotel

Scouting Boston honored two prominent local business leaders in its first gala since the COVID pandemic.

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Restaurants

News Bites: Kowloon Spawns a Casino Sibling in New Hampshire

Plus, two dessert destinations debut in the Seaport and more food news for the week.

City Life

Overheard: “My Phone Auto-Corrected Your Name to ‘Nasty’”

Our intrepid society columnist reports from Boston’s swankiest affairs, including the American Repertory Theater’s gala and the Rose Garden Party fundraiser for ParkArts.

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Restaurants

Where to Eat and Drink in Portland’s East Bayside Neighborhood

Maine’s latest culinary hotspot is yet another delicious reason to visit Portland.


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Eliza Dushku’s New Journey

Eliza Dushku’s New Journey

The former Hollywood actor turned certified therapist is on a mission to revolutionize trauma treatment in Boston and beyond.

Top 50 Restaurants in Boston

Top 50 Restaurants in Boston

Our ruthlessly tested, unapologetically opinionated, and utterly essential annual guide to the best places to eat right in the city and beyond.


City Life

50 Years of ‘Best of Boston’: Kids

In honor of this year’s 50th anniversary of Best of Boston, we’re taking a look back. This month, it’s all about fun for the little ones—and boy, how we’ve grown up over the years.

Home & Property

The Spa Who Loved Me (in Medford)

Ben and Catherine O’Sullivan-Pierce turned their grand 1900 Colonial’s guest bedroom space into a luxe bathroom with porcelain tile, a built-in tub, and a steam shower.

City Life

The Sparkly Sequined Sports Fashion of Mel the Clothing

Boston-based designer Melissa Stern brings glitz to game-day allegiances and pop fandom.

City Life

The James Rodwell Case: After 43 Years, A Somerville Man Fights for His Innocence

Convicted of murder on the word of a career informant, James Rodwell has spent the past 43 years trying to prove he didn’t kill a Burlington police captain’s son. Now, with the clock ticking, he’s determined to clear his name.

Restaurants

Here’s Where to Find the Top Doughnuts in Boston

The best local spots for a stacked box of a dozen or a sweet brunch treat.

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Best of Boston

Best of Boston

Top Places to Live 2024

Top Places to Live 2024


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Restaurants

News Bites: Tree House Brewing Opens a Boston Shop

Plus, Dani’s Queer Bar opens in Back Bay and more food news for the week of September 16, 2024.

Arts & Entertainment

Susan Tedeschi Brings the Tedeschi Trucks Band (and Her Signature Telecaster) to Boston

The Norwell native and Berklee alum returns home for three shows this fall.

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Restaurants

Where to Find Excellent Portuguese Food in Boston and Beyond

In Greater Boston and the South Coast of Massachusetts, dive into seafood-heavy, flavorful cuisine from the Azores to Madeira to Avó’s house.

City Life

A Grilled Cheese Mystery: My Search for a Simple Sandwich

Innovation can be great. Just keep it out of my kid’s white bread.

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