From Hopkinton to Heartbreak Hill, our picks for refueling on race day.

Nia Grace's much-anticipated Uptown Social debuts this month, with reservations now available for its April 23 opening.

Simply prepared Mediterranean fish stars in special-occasion-worthy Back Bay digs.

This is the definitive ranking of the top places to live in Greater Boston for 2026. We’ve broken things down by affordability, what towns are climbing the list fastest, and we’re highlighting some additional factors raw data doesn’t fully articulate.

TV people (Don Lemon, Lena Dunham), transcendent art (Xandra Ibarra’s Nude Laughing, Derrick Adams’s View Master) and one 130-year-old marathon.

The Zebra Room opens beneath sibling spot Yvonne’s, with 10 cozy tables, nostalgic vibes, and a secret entrance.

Dakota, a K-9 who helped track Boston Marathon bomber Dzhokhar Tsarnaev, came home broken and was almost euthanized. Dakota’s Law, a State House bill, aims to make sure dogs like him aren’t left behind.

The Boston sibling to Celeste and La Royal has Peruvian sandwiches, live music, and a lot of heart.

Noah Kahan's documentary "Noah Kahan: Out of Body" hits Netflix today—and yes, his Fenway show from last year makes an appearance. Revisit our 2023 profile of the voice of an emotionally evolved generation at the link, before you press play.

But the celebrity professor's own record raises a question: Is he the right guy for the job?

Boston just got Michelin. Milwaukee is next. Here's what our food editor Rachel Leah Blumenthal told Milwaukee magazine about what to expect:

We really hope not.

The Boston neighborhood’s newest “sister act” is an Italian restaurant and a flirty cocktail bar under one roof.

Opening April 13, Mida sibling La Tavernetta features spritzes, Italian snacks, and a patio where you’ll want to spend your summer.

A sprinkling of indie businesses, a dash of great schools, and a heaping helping of Revolutionary history is the recipe for a lively small town.

It’s spring! Find what to do this season at the link.

These days, a $7,000 lab-grown diamond is indistinguishable from a $70,000 mined one. And buyers aren’t just choosing the cheaper option—they’ve stopped caring about the difference altogether.

New and exciting restaurants to check out, plus good reasons to visit older spots.

Boston’s alt-rock pioneers refuse to become nostalgia acts.

Tapas, paella, churros with caviar, and a space so spectacular you won’t want to leave. Welcome to Dalia.

No Massachusetts restaurants remain in the running for the annual restaurant-industry prizes, but a few spots elsewhere in New England are nominees.

With Sunday roasts and “unbelievably cold” martinis, can a new steakhouse break into Boston’s crowded beef scene?

When the need for spice strikes, check out these sauce-covered classics, double-fried deviations, and more.

Third Time Together, a pop-up previously at Bow Market and the Charles River Speedway, is now permanently in Kendall Square.

Sit back, relax, and let loose on the island that practically requires you to do all three.

Companies are fleeing, residents are bolting, colleges are closing, hospitals are bleeding, and the federal government is rerouting our funding to red states. Should we be worried? The indicators are hard to ignore. Read more at the link. bit.ly/4c4pUxG

Boston magazine's annual list of the region's leading services for active seniors is out now.

The latest local status symbol involves 152 tiles, designer game sets, and absolutely no athletic ability at all.

88 reasons to stop doomscrolling and go touch grass. www.bostonmagazine.com/things-to-do...

A father tries to stop screaming at his kids. It goes about as well as you’d expect.

From vodka-sauced, pepperoni-cup pizza to Korean-meets-Italian pasta at chef Jamie Bissonnette’s new neighborhood spot in Boston.

The Boston area abounds with treasured—and in many cases, downright historic—bars for bellying up and tipping back a perfectly poured pint of Guinness. Here we’ve selected some of the coziest, most spirited places to stop for a chat and a brew. www.bostonmagazine.com/restaurants/...

From the behind Zurito and Somaek, Willie's—an eclectic neighborhood pizza-and-more joint—is now open in Beacon Hill. Learn more here: bit.ly/4r8tjAQ

Sibling to a multi-bar venue in Burlington, this location dives deeper into food with James Beard Award-winning chef Tony Messina at the helm.

This year, these five communities stood out for ascending the ranks among all 141 Greater Boston locales, dramatically improving their scores across categories like education, safety, housing, and more. bit.ly/4ugp5ZQ

We're here to tackle the tough questions.

How two New England brands are reclaiming authentic preppy style, one tennis polo and collar roll at a time. www.bostonmagazine.com/life-style/2...

This week in Boston: St. Patrick's Day Parade, Stereophonic, and lots more. www.bostonmagazine.com/things-to-do...

Boston paid handsomely to bring Michelin’s prestigious guide to the city. It got a single starred restaurant—and a lot of questions.

Here's where to admire architecture and antique furniture.

Find your perfect pint at these consistent favorites—from classics like J.J. Foley's to cozy spots like the Druid to plenty of charming dives.

The team behind South End favorites SRV and Baleia takes over the old Blue Dragon space around late summer.

How the Celtics’ most beloved benchwarmer became Boston’s most entertaining analyst.

On this month’s list: all-day dim sum near Boston University; train station-adjacent poke bowls and Lanzhou beef noodle soup; exceptional momo, scratch-made pasta, and hidden cocktails outside of the city; and so much caffeine at the link. www.bostonmagazine.com/restaurants/...

Puppet theater, Cat Power, a sax-blowing sasquatch, and more. www.bostonmagazine.com/things-to-do...

The Salem congressman and Massachusetts Senate candidate talks generational change, the North Shore, and more.

New and exciting restaurants to check out, plus good reasons to visit older spots.

Welcome to the brave new world of making friends in Boston.

A century-old home is revived for multipurpose living (and game nights!) with lively textiles and abundant textures.

Five Massachusetts communities shot up our Top Places to Live list. What do they know that you don’t?