From baked beans to blueberry pie, these classic New England recipes haven’t only sustained the region for centuries, they’ve defined it.
Main Dishes
chowder
Massachusetts
The Essential Guide to Plymouth, MA
Famed as the site of the first Pilgrim settlement, Plymouth, Massachusetts, is loved for its classic New England charm.
New England
15 Best New England Lobster Shacks
Summer in New England isn’t complete without a stop at a lobster shack. Seafood expert Mike Urban picks the 15 best.
Connecticut
5 Best Connecticut Coastal Towns
Our picks for the best Connecticut coastal towns offer a winning combination of culinary delights, breezy scenery, and waterside experiences.
Best known as the birthplace of the clam cake, Aunt Carrie’s seafood shack in Narragansett, Rhode Island, offers the quintessential seaside summer experience.
Looking for the best things to do on Plum Island, MA? From sunsets and wildlife to lobster rolls and lighthouses, we’ve got your Plum Island summer covered.
Common crackers, New England’s favorite old-fashioned chowder crackers, can be hard to find, but are worth it. Learn about one of our favorite brands.
Wondering where to find the best seafood in Portland, Maine? From lobster rolls and steamed clams to fresh oysters and even sushi, here are 5 favorites.
From their giant steaks to their tasty muffins, these now-closed New England restaurants live on in our memories (especially when our stomachs grumble).
On the southern tip of Maine, Chauncey Creek Lobster Pier in Kittery Point has been serving up fresh lobster view a view since the 1930s. Plan a visit for when you’re ready to travel again.
Know someone who’s missing home? From classic foods to “made in New England” essentials, this collection of New England gifts will ease the pain.
Cooking Advice
How to Cook Lobster | Tips from Bertha Nunan
Learn how to cook lobster that tastes perfect every time with these tips from the late Bertha Nunan, one of Maine’s most famous lobster cooks.