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The Best Italian Festivals in New England

Jul 17, 2014 | Contributor: JustLuxe Team

Whether through firsthand experience or hearsay, anyone even vaguely familiar with Italian culture knows that food and feasts are an incredibly important aspect of Italian social life. Italians first began heavily immigrating to the United States during the late 1800s through the 1930s, in a period referred to as the "New Immigration," and with them they brought over their delicious recipes that many still use today. Celebrating the influence they’ve had on today’s food, a majority of Italian-themed festivals around New England are focused on the country's cuisine. Though it truly is difficult whittling down a selection of the best Italian-centric festivals in an area like New England, our favorites include:

Bostonia Public House Moves Onto State Street With New Farm-to-Table Fare

Jun 12, 2014 | Contributor: Kellie K. Speed

When Kitty O’Shea’s finally closed its doors on State Street, we were curious to find out what would eventually go into the space. Finally, on April 13, we were able to see the new restaurant filling its space, the Bostonia Public House.

Boston Red Sox's Private Aviation Company Opens Clubhouse at Fenway Park

Apr 23, 2014 | Contributor: Kellie K. Speed

Baseball has returned to Fenway Park after the Red Sox’s 2013 World Series win, and Wheels Up, the exclusive private aviation partner of the team, has opened a new clubhouse at the ballpark to celebrate. Wheels Up members are given reduced upfront costs to fly, and now they can enjoy the perks of their own lounge at Fenway.

Trendy New Boutique Hotel to Open Near Fenway Park

Mar 26, 2014 | Contributor: Jared Paul Stern

Bostonians and Beantown fans alike will have something to look forward to this summer when The Verb opens its doors near the iconic Fenway Park. The cool boutique hotel mixes classic mid-century modern motel style with the rich musical and artistic roots of the Fenway neighborhood.

Cheesesteak Eggrolls, Ahi Tacos & 16oz Rib Eye at the New Del Frisco's Grille

Feb 7, 2014 | Contributor: Kellie K. Speed

When we heard a sibling of Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steak House was opening just outside of Boston, we couldn’t wait to check it out. Del Frisco's Grille, a smaller, more casual relative of the Seaport District restaurant, opened at The Street in Chestnut Hill, Mass. in November 2013 offering the same great steaks but in a less formal atmosphere.

Where to Find Authentic Italian Fare Outside of the North End

Mar 4, 2014 | Contributor: Kellie K. Speed

If you are looking for a taste of true Italy, you don’t have to go to the North End to get an authentic dining experience. Via Matta located at the Heritage on the Garden in the Back Bay, is the place to go for a traditional fix. Chef/owner Michael Schlow has done a great job in offering an authentic Italian experience that guests notice the moment they walk in from the décor to the varied menu offerings.

The Kensington Sells the Dream Boston Lifestyle in New Video, Not Just Luxury Apartments

Jan 24, 2014 | Contributor: Mila Pantovich

When we're in the market for a new home, we want to know about the area, not just the building we'll be living in. A lot of luxury residences do a great job with selling their rentals, but they tend to forget about the actual experience of living there.

OAK Long Bar + Kitchen's Transforms Into Chic New Restaurant

Jan 2, 2014 | Contributor: Kellie K. Speed

Boston is filled with impressive steakhouses in every section of town but there are just a handful that really stand out. OAK Long Bar + Kitchen is one of them. What was once the formal dining room known as the Oak Room located inside the Fairmont Copley Plaza hotel has now been transformed into a sleek new eatery. The former restaurant featured a dark bar in front with the main dining room tucked away in a private back room. However, they knocked down the wall separating the two, leaving a massive open space with tables lining the interi... Read More

Hotel Chocolat in Boston Debuts Cocoa Bar-Café

Dec 26, 2013 | Contributor: Kellie K. Speed

It’s the holidays, which usually means indulging in tasty chocolates every now and then. And when the season is over, we’ve found a place to enjoy the dark treats year-round in Boston. Meet the Hotel Chocolat, not an actual hotel, but a retail chocoholic’s dream come true. Filled with every sort of chocolate imaginable, the store unveiled their flagship Cocoa Bar-Café last week, complete with private tasting room.

The Palm Steakhouse Reopens at One International Place in Boston

Nov 29, 2013 | Contributor: Kellie K. Speed

When I heard The Palm steakhouse was shutting its doors nearly two years ago and relocating from his Copley Square location to an undisclosed spot, I anxiously awaited its reopening. The new property opened this past spring at One International Place to much fanfare in the Financial District. Not only has the restaurant increased in size but the brand has also refreshed its entire look nationwide with new paper menus, modern uniforms for its wait staff and even contemporary tableware.

Fleming’s Sizzles With Their Prime Steaks and Award-Winning Wine Selections

Nov 4, 2013 | Contributor: Kellie K. Speed

Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar in Providence, Rhode Island has something for everyone’s taste buds, whether you go for the steaks, the 100 wines served by the glass or the great deals at the bar. We visited the main dining room on a recent Saturday evening for an early dinner. By the time we were ready to head back home, the entire restaurant was filled to a bustling capacity — and for good reason.

Seasons 52 and Brio Tuscan Grille Open at Chestnut Hill Square This Month

Nov 1, 2013 | Contributor: Kellie K. Speed

This month, one of the most fashionable suburbs outside of Boston will be opening a massive retail complex known as Chestnut Hill Square. From shops to restaurants, locals can also expect trendy eateries to hit its dining scene, including Seasons 52 and Brio Tuscan Grille.

Sea Crest Beach Hotel: 100 Years of History Preserved on Cape Cod's Shores

Oct 18, 2013 | Contributor: Lena Katz

Beach hotels in America tend to be built, enjoy a brief heyday, ease into a barely noticeable period of decline and then immediately be fully rehabbed or built again. The really loveable thing about the Sea Crest Beach Hotel in Falmouth, Mass. is that it's a historic property that has seen many phases, and those phases mirror so many epochs in American history.

Tosca's Italian Cuisine with a New England Twist a Boston Staple Since 1993

Oct 15, 2013 | Contributor: Kellie K. Speed

Until recent years, Boston foodies were faced with the daunting challenge of finding a decent restaurant in the suburbs. Yet, there is one restaurant that made its debut 20 years ago that made that task a little bit easier. If you haven’t been properly introduced, meet Tosca Restaurant in Hingham, the South Shore destination that really put fine suburban dining on the map.

Coach Grill Serves Up Juicy Steaks & Lobster Right Outside the City

Oct 14, 2013 | Contributor: Kellie K. Speed

Steakhouses are an easy find in Boston; it seems every section of our fair city has a bustling one, but where can you go if you don’t feel like venturing downtown? Head to Coach Grill in Wayland, Mass. Located on the site of the original Red Coach Grill, and formerly owned by Back Bay Restaurant Group, Coach Grill is now operated by Tavistock Group. While the menu has changed slightly since Tavistock took over, its steaks, chops and seafood only got better.