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September 11, 2015 A Tour of the Blackstone Valley

Who knew that the Blackstone Valley, just an hour a away from Boston, had so much history? Not me obviously. In addition to all the historic sites, they have a lovely vineyard, Diamond Hill, that offers tastings all year round! The Blackstone Valley is also home to the Stadium Theatre that offers education programs for students, McCoy Stadium […]

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September 9, 2015 Hyatt Regency Boston

Last week I was invited to check out the newly renovated Hyatt Regency Boston, conveniently located in Downtown Crossing.The area is definitely changing with recent additions such as Roche Brothers, Ogawa Coffee, Caffe Nero, Legal Crossing and the Boston Public Market. I drove my car, but the hotel is located near the T station – the […]

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September 8, 2015 The Good Ones: Candy Land at the W Hotel

The Good Ones held their signature event of the month at the W Hotel. The theme was Candy Land. Guests arrived in bright colors and enjoyed the works of two local artists. Pictured above is Christy Chow’s “lollipops”, thin forms on the inside, layered with liquid sugar to ultimately form these zaftig women doing head stands. The […]

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August 21, 2015 Good Ones: The Yard at the Liberty Hotel

(L-R) Jennifer Brooke, Co-founder of the Good Ones, Jonathan Mendez, Entrepreneur; Featured Guest, George Papachristos, Attorney; Carolyn Meenan, Co-founder of the Good Ones. Monday night the Good Ones gathered together at The Yard at the Liberty Hotel for a party featuring all things Greek. Attorneys, Entrepreneurs, food bloggers, animal lovers and fashionistas mingled all night with Aperol […]

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August 4, 2015 Good Ones: Cafe Art Science

Last week, the Good Ones hosted a fabulous honey themed party at Cafe Art Science in Cambridge. The restaurant is the brainchild of Harvard science professor David Edwards, inventor of the WikiPearl. Check out their bar for some really cool drinks – think uniquely flavored ice cubes and vapor drinks! The evening included passed appetizers, specialty cocktails, […]

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July 20, 2015 Taste of Cambridge

Taste of Cambridge was this past Thursday evening. My new friend Kayte invited me to tag along with her! The doors opened at 5:30pm and the VIP line rivaled the regular admission line. Once we were inside, there was a special VIP area, where we quickly headed for some much needed drinks. Then we walked […]

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July 9, 2015 Good Ones: Back to School at Study

The Good Ones met up last week in Cambridge at Study for a back to school themed party. The Kendall Square hot spot is a sister restaurant to the Ames Street Deli, Journeyman and Backbar. I always love seeing how guests interpret the suggested attire. Matthew Tambiah always comes dressed to impress – see some of […]

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June 29, 2015 Cross Sound Ferry Lighthouse Cruise

I was invited topreview the Lighthouse Cruise aboard the Sea Jet this past Thursday. Beginning on June 27th, it will run every Saturday, Sunday and Wednesday, until September 9th. It will run on Saturdays only from September 12th to October 10th. The cruise is about 2 hours, leaving the Cross Sound Ferry’s New London terminal at […]

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June 11, 2015 Good Ones: Barcelona

Last weekend, the Good Ones met on Sunday for tapas at Barcelona in the South End. I hadn’t been here since Sibling Rivalry occupied the space, boy has it been transformed!  The space is open and bright, which makes the dark wood accents pop. The large bar as you walk in is the focal point […]

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May 27, 2015 Tea at the Langham Hotel

I went to a fashion show in February and never got around to posting the images. I came across the draft for the post the other day and wondered if I should just forget about posting, but the dresses are just too stunning to not share. The event, held at the Langham Hotel, showcased pieces […]

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