From lobster trap trees to Santa’s arrival by boat, coastal Christmas celebrations are a hallmark of New England’s holiday season. Here are nine of our favorite merry meet-ups by the sea.
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Appetizers
Best Holiday Party Appetizers
Heading to a holiday party and not sure what appetizer to bring? We think these ten holiday party appetizers are the best!
Connecticut
10 Best Things to Do in Connecticut
From diving into maritime history to feasting on a hot and buttered lobster roll, these Nutmeg State experiences are some of the best things to do in Connecticut.
Now retired, the Friendly’s Jubilee Roll was once the ultimate take-home ice cream treat.
Rhode Island
Christmas at the Newport Mansions
Experience the magic of Christmas at the Newport Mansions with festive tours of The Elms, The Marble House, and The Breakers.
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Homemade Manicotti
Made using homemade crepes and an easy sausage-based tomato sauce, this manicotti recipe is a family favorite for senior food editor Amy Traverso.
Pretty to look at and sweet to eat, one New England brand of old-fashioned ribbon candy has been brightening the holiday season for more than 150 years.
Buoy your holiday spirits this year with a visit to one of our region’s lobster trap Christmas trees.
Main Dishes
Leftover Turkey Ideas | 6 Easy Recipes
The feast has ended, you’ve slept off the food coma, and now it’s time for leftover turkey ideas. Here are six worthy recipes.
Rhode Island
Holiday Celebrations in Coastal Rhode Island
From twinkling lights to historic homes, here are seven ways to have a merry time in coastal Rhode Island this holiday season.
Wondering where to cut your own tree this holiday season? Our guide to New England Christmas tree farms is here to help.
We round up some of our favorite festive overnights for those planning New England Christmas getaways.