Founded in 1630 on opposite sides of the Charles River, Boston and Cambridge have had a long time to polish their appeal. The results — from the blocks of genteel brownstones to the world-class museums to the thriving culinary scene — can feel quite refined. But this urban hub is also very accessible, with lots […]
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Ask Historic New England | June 2018
Is there a way to install carpeting on my stairs without damaging the historic wood? —Heather M., Peterborough, NH Modern carpet tack strips, used to install wall-to-wall carpeting, can cause considerable damage to historic floors and stair treads. They create countless holes, and when removed they gouge the floorboards. A less destructive method involves securing […]
This sophisticated and delicious French Chocolate Cake isn’t fussy; it can be whipped up in minutes.
Favorite Doughnut Recipes
Spiced, glazed, frosted, or cream-filled, doughnuts are a beloved treat in New England. Here are some of our favorite homemade doughnut recipes.
Rhubarb Punch
This refreshing rhubarb punch is cheering and unexpected, and gets such a pretty pink hue from the rhubarb.
Verna’s Beet Relish
This beet relish recipe is good with almost anything. We likes it spicy, but you can reduce the horseradish and cayenne can if you prefer.
Salmon Burgers
Shredded salmon, breadcrumbs, scallions, mustard, mayo, and seasonings combine to make these tasty pan-fried salmon burgers.
Spinach Quiche
A good quiche recipe is adaptable to your own preferences. For this version of spinach quiche, we added ham and Gruyere cheese.
Setting Up the Grill | Charcoal Grilling Tips
Get expert charcoal grilling tips on how to achieve the correct temperature, plus a handful of barbecue recipes, from Boston pitmaster Andy Husbands.
Eastham Turnip Pie
Sure, you’ve had pumpkin pie, but how about turnip? This award-winning turnip pie is smooth, sweet, and spicy.
Top Dog-Friendly Hotels | Boston Lodging Guide
Hitting the Hub with your pup in tow and looking for dog-friendly hotels? Boston has some great options for four-legged guests.
Favorite Clam Recipes
Whether in a dip, chowder, or crispy cake, clams are a favorite New England seafood that can be enjoyed in various ways. Here are some of our favorite clam recipes.