Somerville Local Lists
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by Christine Liu
Citysearch Editor
In a Pickle: Where to Find the Finest Brined
Pickles in the morning, pickles in the evening, pickles at suppertime--there's no better time than now to be a pickle fanatic (and that includes me; my fridge is pictured). Chefs and kitchens all over Boston are going pickle-crazy, glamorizing the down-home… more
In this list: Shalimar India Food & Spices, Grafton Street Pub & Grill, Myers + Chang, Sherman Market
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by Christine Liu
Citysearch Editor
Making Bank: Boston Joints Giving New Life to Old Banks
Boston, charmed with a split-personality disorder between historical tradition and modern reinvention, has a curious way of turning old into new. One of the best examples: morphing the architectural grandeur of bank buildings into modern commingling spots.… more
In this list: Mantra, Oceanaire Seafood Room, Bond Restaurant and Lounge , Bloc 11
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by Christine Liu
Citysearch Editor
On our radar du jour: Lord Hobo IS open, three's company at Brookline's Regal Beagle; the spankin' new bar at the W Hotel. Don’t miss a bar opening with our list of the best and brightest in Boston’s nightlife scene. From the shiniest nightclub to the… more
In this list: Trina's Starlite Lounge, The Reagle Beagle, W Lounge, Lord Hobo
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by Christine Liu
Citysearch Editor
Where to Throw a Party in Boston
You got the posse? We got your party. If you're raring to paint the town red with a group of friends, bring the energy and momentum to these surefire Boston nightlife spots that won't slow you down. At each one, there's a magic combination of mingling room,… more
In this list: Silvertone Bar & Grill, Enormous Room, Felt Boston, Razzy's
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by Christine Liu
Citysearch Editor
5 to Try: Martini Bars in Boston
You can take back your pomegranate this or salt-rimmed that, because sometimes only a classic, strong, properly mixed martini will do. The iconic glassware, a dash of dry vermouth and a couple of impaled plump olives make martinis the stuff of liquid lunches… more
In this list: No. 9 Park, Anchovies, Oak Bar, Gargoyles On The Square
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by Christine Liu
Citysearch Editor
On our radar du jour: A pet boutique to woof about; Brits Ted Baker and Ben Sherman stake claim to Newbury Street; a Boston cyclist’s dream shop opens its doors. Retail is the new black, darling. And when it comes to trendsetting, Boston is consistently abuzz… more
In this list: Hotel Chocolat, Buffalo Exchange, Jonathan Adler, Ben Sherman
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by Christine Liu
Citysearch Editor
Well-Crafted: Where to Shop for Handmade Goods
It just feels more virtuous to pay for goods created with painstaking handmade effort, rather than items manufactured by some faceless corporation. Plus, the probability of creative adorableness is way higher. Pass on the good karma and shop handmade at these… more
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by Christine Liu
Citysearch Editor
With so many incredible boutiques in this town, there's no excuse for tucking a gift certificate inside a card and passing it off as an inventive present. (Please.) At these Boston shops teeming with expertly curated wares, you'll have a hard time not leaving… more
In this list: Syrian Grocery Importing Co, Black Ink, Artifaktori, The Boston Shaker
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by Jenn Rubin
Citysearch Editor
Top 10 Pumpkin Dishes in Boston
Orange you glad that pumpkin is back on the menu? There are, of course, the seasonal classics like soup, pie and ice cream, but the festive gourd also pops up in unexpected dishes like pumpkin potato chips and pumpkin curry. Check out Boston’s array of… more
In this list: Oak Bar, Amrheins Restaurant, Helmand, Prezza
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