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BEST MODERNIZED MOTEL BRIARCLIFF MOTEL, Great Barrington The chic look of the Mad Men era mostly by-passed roadside lodging, but new owners have imbued this ’60s motel with wit and style, making it a cool place to unwind in the hippest town in the Berkshires. Monument Mountain is literally across the street. Rates: from $170, […]
Food
Scallop Dishes
Not just a pretty shell — scallops are a treasured New England seafood dish that can be enjoyed baked, steamed, grilled, in a chowder or casserole, or everyone’s favorite boardwalk snack — the fried seafood platter piled high with golden brown scallop, clams, and fish. Baked Scallops Nantucket Scallop Chowder Seared Sea Scallops with Pea-Basil […]
Author and cocktail expert Wayne Curtis searches for New England’s classic cocktails and tries to recreate his own.
Whether it’s a seeing The Nutcracker, touring historic New England homes, cruising past a sea of twinkling lights, or whipping up traditional wassail, here are some of our picks for the best New England Christmas traditions!
History
Red Chair Visits Yankee Magazine
On a late September day, the Red Chair made its way to the small town of Dublin, New Hampshire, population less than 2,000. In the shadow of Mount Monadnock, the second most-climbed mountain in the world, tiny Dublin is one of those places where the town hall, the fire station, the library and the police […]
1. Rich Granite State maple syrup is an especially pretty present when it’s encased in a glass maple leaf or folia bottle ($13.95 each/8.45 oz). Fuller’s Sugarhouse, Lancaster, NH. 603-788-2719; fullerssugarhouse.com 2. These delicate oils ($10 each/ 10 oz.) are infused with mushrooms for six to eight weeks, and the result is earthy and savory. […]
Digital editor Aimee Seavey shares her images from a recent spring “shoulder season” budget weekend on Nantucket in this colorful slide show. Thanks to a discount hotel stay, affordable bike rentals, and making the most of quick meals like burgers and hearty breakfasts, the visit was both affordable and fun. Read more about Budget Weekend on Nantucket.
New England
The 25 Best Beach Towns in New England
Whether you’re looking for waves to ride, long stretches of sand, or lots of family activities, one of these picks is sure to be the ideal getaway for you.
Where to Stay in Oak Bluffs, Massachusetts Nashua House Hotel: In the heart of Oak Bluffs, The Nashua House is a charming 15-room Victorian inn right on Nantucket Sound. www.nashuahouse.com Where to Eat in Oak Bluffs, Massachusetts Smoke ‘n’ Bones BBQ: The slow-cooked smoked barbeque here replicates Southern styles with finger-licking results. On-premise eating […]
Where to Stay in Falmouth, Massachusetts: Inn on the Sound: Perched atop a bluff with panoramic views of Nantucket Sound, the Inn on the Sound’s ten comfortably elegant rooms are open year-round. www.innonthesound.com Where to Eat in Falmouth, Massachusetts: The Glass Onion: Be prepared to wait in high season, as The Glass Onion does […]
Where to Stay in Falmouth, Massachusetts: Inn on the Sound: Perched atop a bluff with panoramic views of Nantucket Sound, the Inn on the Sound’s ten comfortably elegant rooms are open year-round. www.innonthesound.com Where to Eat in Falmouth, Massachusetts: The Glass Onion: Be prepared to wait in high season, as The Glass Onion does […]