Dog parks are often synonymous with mud pits, but not Watertown Dog Park! It’s been a long, cold winter, and your dog probably could really use the exercise and the fresh air. And so could you! The full top half of the normally dirt-covered park has been covered in gravel, so you don’t have to…
Since 1998, Donohue’s Bar and Grill has been a pub staple in Watertown, which means it’s a perfect spot to celebrate St. Paddy’s Day! The eatery serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner so you have three opportunities every day to enjoy traditional Irish food and drinks. If you’re celebrating early, grab the traditional Irish breakfast complete with eggs,…
Thinking about welcoming a new addition to your household—one with roots and leaves? Plant parenthood can certainly be rewarding, especially when you’re staying home most of the time. If you’re just getting started, here are a few plants that can thrive in your apartment. Jade. This simple succulent with scarlet-tinged leaves barely needs to be…
A lot has changed in the past year. For one thing, staying home became the new going out. That theme is going to hold through this month, at least, which is why you should start planning for an at-home Valentine’s Day. Begin with these creative ideas. Plan a picnic in the living room. It may be…
If you've been spending your quarantine perfecting your at-home cooking skills, you’re going to love Russo’s. Reminiscent of a city market you’d find in other countries, you’ll find rows and rows of fresh fruits and vegetables, as well as vendors like a butcher and cheese shop, florist, and bakery. It’s a one-stop-shop for fresh, gourmet ingredients…
Whether you’re celebrating solo, with a galentine, or with a sweet someone, a trip to The Danish Pastry House is in order this Valentine's Day! Start your Feb. 14 with pastries and end it with sweets, because then you won’t have to decide what to order—just get a little bit of everything. Favorite morning pastries include the cinnamon brioche…
Working out in the warm months was pretty easy, even with gym closures and other restrictions. The great outdoors always beckoned with sunshine and balmy breezes, inviting you to go for a run or maybe join an outdoor fitness class. But with the colder temperatures moving in, staying active has become more challenging. Here are…
Intelligentsia Coffee’s Watertown Coffeebar has quickly become a local staple over the past few years. Beyond delicious coffee, they also serve up an incredible story. This small national chain was started by two coffee lovers who wanted to bring better coffee to the city of Chicago after a move from San Francisco. Their passion led to…
Far too few people truly appreciate the humble nut. Almonds and cashews, peanuts and pecans, hazelnuts & walnuts—there’s a nut (or legume) for every occasion. Nut lovers are sure to rejoice, then, when they learn of Fastachi, an artisanal roasted nut shop that’s expanded from its Boston roots to right here in Watertown. At Fastachi, you…
Getting into the holiday spirit in your home? Perhaps your annual traditions include baking! Before you whip up the first batch of cookies, you might want to rearrange the kitchen to make the process a bit easier. These expert tips can help. Stow spices on a turntable. Turntable, Lazy Susan, whatever you call it, these…