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…
How many times in the last few months have you poured some jarred sauce over undercooked spaghetti and called it dinner? When you’re ready for an authentic Italian meal, turn to Porcini’s. This rustic eatery has the Mediterranean food you crave and the complex flavors that are so hard to duplicate at home. Enjoy lobster ravioli,…
It’s the season of fall festivals and pumpkin-picking! That also means you might be gearing up to carve your annual jack-o’-lantern. But these creative DIY ideas might convince you to put down the carving knife and do something different this year. Crayon Drip Pumpkins [Good Housekeeping] This customizable craft gives you tons of artistic license…
Antonio Russo unknowingly launched what would become the family business in the early 20th century when he began selling a few things from his farm to neighbors and at local markets. Fast-forward 70 years, and his great-grandson Tony Russo carries on the tradition of local sourcing at Russo’s. The grocery store is run by the…
Avocado toast topped with crispy strips of bacon and a fluffy egg. A flaky biscuit filled with cheese, sausage, and eggs. Layers of sweet, creamy vanilla Greek yogurt with fresh berries and house-made muesli. These are a few of the breakfast bites that await you at Bakehaus, which recently opened a new location in Belmont. The…
Getting ready for a new season is always a process, one that should include cleaning out your closet. In order to prepare for the impending cooler weather, spend some time organizing your wardrobe. Follow these steps to make the process simple. Gather your materials. Before you get started, take stock of what you need. Maybe bins…
Bemis Park encompasses a mere 1.9 acres of green space in the West End, but don’t let the small footprint fool you. What the pint-sized park lacks in size, it makes up for in opportunities for entertainment. The park squeezes a lot of fun into those almost-two acres, which prominently features a baseball diamond (used by…