Some history buffs in New Hampshire — myself included — have always believed that the colonists’ attack on Fort William and Mary in New Castle, New Hampshire, four months before the battles in Lexington and Concord, was, in fact, the beginning of the American Revolution. We feel that the only reason the rest of America […]
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Knowing the makeup of your soil is an important part of gardening. Here’s how to use a homemade soil test kit for basic soil testing in your own garden.
New England
New England Strawberry Festivals and Farms
From Maine to Connecticut, these strawberry festivals and pick-your-own farms offer a sweet way to kick off the summer season.
Made with Savoy cabbage, potatoes, carrots, and prosciutto with a honey-mustard vinaigrette, this spring dinner salad is easy and delicious. I love it when I see local chefs creating new dishes inspired by traditional foods. Take the classic New England boiled dinner. At Moxy restaurant in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, chef Matt Louis prepares corned brisket, pickled carrot, […]
Wondering where to eat in Massachusetts? The Bay State offers plenty of restaurant options for hungry residents and visitors alike. Here are our picks for the best dining in Massachusetts for 2016. Best Taste of the Alps: Haflinger Haus, Adams The tavern, dining room, and outdoor beer garden at this Austrian inn feel like a taste […]
Wondering where to stay in Massachusetts? We’ve got you covered! Check out our picks for the best lodging in Massachusetts for 2016. Best Small-City Boutique Hotel: Hotel on North, Pittsfield This suave new hotel near the Barrington Stage Company brings contemporary comfort to a pair of handsome 1880s buildings. The 45 bedrooms, all a bit different, […]
Looking for the best things to do in Massachusetts? You won’t have to look far! Read our picks for the best attractions in Massachusetts for 2016. Best Free Art Museum: Williams College Museum of Art, Williamstown The museum owns more than 14,000 works, so only a select number are exhibited at any one time. Don’t miss the […]
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I Know Just the Place | Inside Yankee
There’s a little of the concierge in many of us who live in New England. We like to think we know what makes our region special. You can see this pleasant tendency when visitors pop into our office here in Dublin. Usually they’re on vacation. Their numbers pick up in summer and when the leaves […]
Magazine
Dear Yankee May/June 2016
‘Power Struggles’ Although I’m not directly impacted by the natural-gas pipeline [March/April, p. 120], I am affected by what’s happening to many of the citizens I’ve known all of my life. Your article is the first un-biased explanation I’ve read. Thank you for not hesitating to report this story and for not politicizing either side. […]
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Top 10 Massachusetts Events | Spring and Summer Fun
Looking for fun things to do in Massachusetts this summer? Our list of the top 10 Massachusetts events for spring and summer 2016 is here to help! From books and antiques to music and hydrangeas, our list of the Top 10 Massachusetts events of 2016 has something for everyone. Read on to see our picks, then share any we […]
New England
The Best Food Festivals in New England
Both large and small, New England food festivals are celebrations of our native flavors, dedicated to the preservation and glory of the New England table.
Our annual Best of New England travel guide features editors’ picks for the best dining, lodging, and things to do in all six states.