Author Archives for Rachel Colombo
Have A Mule of A Time in the South End This Summer
The South End is mixing up some Moscow Mules this summer that you have to get your hands on. This cocktail is all the rage at the moment. Vodka, lime, and ginger beer are the essentials in this refreshing summer sipper that is traditionally served in a copper mug. It’s that drink you want because…
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Red, White & Blueberry: Last Minute 4th of July Trifle
It’s 4th of July morning (Happy 4th of July!), you’ve got your outfit picked out and your sunscreen ready to go to whatever festivities are planned for the day when you realize that you forgot to make that dessert you promised your friends you’d bring. There’s a simple solution that’ll take no time and make you…
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Industry Chats: Off Hours with Chef Jordan Russell of Stephi’s on Tremont
We’re sneaking behind the kitchen door again for our second post in the Industry Chats series and this time we’re snagging some time with Executive Chef Jordan Russell of Stephi’s on Tremont to get to know him better. At Stephi’s they serve what they call “homestyle sophisticated comfort food.” Chef Russell is the ideal fit for the…
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Find Out Which Boston Restaurant Best Suits Your Dad This Father’s Day
Father’s Day kind of sneaks up on you and it’s almost here. *hint, hint* it’s THIS Sunday. If you’re looking for things to do, it’s going to be okay! We’ll let you take all the credit for picking the best restaurant in Boston to match your dad’s personality. This is kind of like a BuzzFeed…
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Industry Chats: Off Hours with Andres Branger of Orinoco
We’re sneaking behind the kitchen door and stealing some of our favorite industry folk in Boston for a quick chat to get to know them better. We’ve come up with five fun questions for them to answer so you can get a taste of who they are. This is the first post in the series, more…
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Floral Flavors for Your Spring Sweet Tooth
We’ve got sweets on our minds, and honestly when don’t we? April showers are sure to bring May flowers this year because true to the saying this spring has already been a rainy one. But it’s time to put the umbrellas in the closet because Boston is blossoming with sweet treats that have floral flavors….
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Treat Yourself: Post-Marathon (Running or Watching) Indulgences
Sprinting for Sweets Yesterday was Marathon Monday in Boston. Sweat poured down your face, your muscles were pushed to the limit, you threw back water like it was your job…and that was just you pushing through the crowds and cheering the runners on. Good job out there, your spirit was appreciated and should be rewarded. We…
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Beyond the Ballpark: A Guide to Navigating Boston’s Fenway/Kenmore Neighborhood
Take Me Out to the Ballgame…EAT! Big Papi may have retired but the Rex Sox brought in a big W for their first home game of the season. Baseball is back, which means that the Fenway/Kenmore neighborhood will be filled with crowds once again. While you push your way through the hoards of people with…
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Boston’s Dishing It Out in the 2017 James Beard Awards
James Beard Awards Season The Oscars brought some drama this year and we were all shocked, but food folks have gotten over that and have their sights set on the upcoming James Beard Awards (aka the Oscars of the food world). The long list of nominees spans numerous fields from chefs to restaurant designers to…
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Recipe: Banana Muffins with Walnuts and Dark Chocolate Chips
This Sweet Muffin Recipe is Sure to Add Warmth to your Winter Days! As a nod to Joanne Chang and her Flour Bakery, one of our stops on the South End Tour, we are sharing a variation on her famous recipe for banana bread. We have made a few minor tweaks, but the integrity of…
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