New England

The 85 Best Things to Do in New England

We’ve filled up a travel bucket list covering 85 of the very best things to do in New England. How many have you seen, done, eaten, or experienced?

History

75 Classic New England Foods

New England cuisine has a well-deserved reputation for being seasonal, hearty, and comforting. From American Chop Suey to Yankee Pot Roast, here’s an A-Z list of 75 classic New England foods worth celebrating. Did your favorites make the list?

Cooking Advice

The 20 Most New Englandy Dishes

Yankee Magazine’s first food editor chose these recipes as the 20 “most typical” New England dishes back in 1939. Do her selections ring true today?

New England

14 Best Diners in New England

New England is the birthplace of the American diner, so it’s no surprise we’ve got some of the best. See our picks for the 15 best diners in New England.

Maine

In Praise of Moody’s Diner in Waldoboro, Maine

Yankee contributor and longtime Moody’s Diner patron Mike Urban salutes the popular Maine eatery, where fresh doughnuts, hot sandwiches, and to-die-for pie have made it a roadside favorite for nearly a century.

Maine

In Praise of the Maine Diner in Wells, Maine

Yankee contributor and longtime Maine Diner patron Mike Urban pays tribute to this hallowed Wells eatery, which has been feeding locals and legions of travelers for more than three decades.

Main Dishes

Classic Yankee Pot Roast

Our cozy Yankee pot roast recipe calls for carrots, celery, pearl onions, plus red wine (a modern common ingredient) for rich, hearty flavor.