How the Boston Ballet Nutcracker bear became an unofficial ballet mascot and the breakout star of a beloved Boston Christmas tradition.
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New England
5 Favorite New England Christmas Cities
Five additional very merry New England cities to visit for the holidays.
New England’s classic Parker House Rolls are crisp and buttery on the outside, tender and light on the inside, and always delicious.
Maine
A Picture-Perfect Life in Maine | Q&A with New England Influencers Jackie Greaney and Paul Havel
New England influencers Jackie Greaney and Paul Havel, the creative duo behind Yankee’s coastal Christmas cover, share why they love living in the Maine Kennebunks.
From crispy caramelized sweet potatoes to roast brined turkey, these tried-and-true New England Thanksgiving recipes will enhance your holiday table.
Massachusetts
Visiting Stockbridge, MA, and the Norman Rockwell Museum
Even if you’ve never visited the tiny western Massachusetts town of Stockbridge, MA, chances are you’ve probably sung its name a time or two (or more) thanks to James Taylor’s popular 1970 lullaby “Sweet Baby James.” The song includes the line “The first of December was covered with snow, and so was the turnpike from […]
Massachusetts culinary pro Joy Howard tells us what it’s like to be a “food MacGyver,” picks her favorite Yankee Thanksgiving recipes, and shares advice on hosting that big holiday meal.
Side Dishes
Potato Lover’s Stuffing
Earn rave Thanksgiving reviews with this potato stuffing, the perfect combination of mashed potatoes, breadcrumbs, seasoning, onion & celery.
For travelers who lean toward the intimate feel and design savvy of boutique hotels, Portland offers some standout sleepovers.
Massachusetts
A Fall Visit to Historic Lexington, Massachusetts
First famous as the site of the “shot heard round the world,” the charming town of Lexington, Massachusetts remains a historic favorite.
New Hampshire
Scenes of Autumn in the White Mountains
A collection of images celebrating the stunning foliage vistas of autumn in the White Mountains from featured photographer Luke Barton.
From lobster boat tours to Maine potato donuts, plan your next trip to Maine’s favorite seaside city with this guide to the best things to do in Portland, Maine.