Exploring Boston

Ma Maison, Beacon Hill (French)

Lindsey and Michael celebrated New Year's 2020 here with a delicious dinner. Ma Maison is around the corner from Lindsey and Michael's new home.

Frenchie Wine Bistro, South End (French)

Modern French restaurant with a wall-length wine bar.

Alden & Harlow, Harvard Square Cambridge (American)

For a true Cambridge, artsy, hipster experience, grab dinner at Alden and Harlow. Be sure to order the Ubiquitous Kale Salad.

75 Chestnut, Beacon Hill (American)

Another one of Lindsey and Michael's favorite neighborhood spots.

1928 Beacon Hill, Beacon Hill (American)

1928 is one of Lindsey and Michael's favorite neighborhood spots

Black Lamb, South End (American - Buck a Shuck Oysters Everyday Until 5:00pm)

The Paramount, Beacon Hill (Breakfast American Diner)

A classic and popular Boston establishment located in the heart of Beacon Hill, the Paramount is a unique experience that serves up delicious breakfast dishes.

Toscano, Beacon Hill and Harvard Square Cambridge (Italian)

A favorite spot of Lindsey and Michael's in Beacon Hill.

Al Dente, North End (Italian)

A longtime Hoffman family favorite spot, Al Dente is located in the heart of Boston's North End Italian neighborhood and was the place Michael asked for Tom and Debbie's permission to take Lindsey's hand in marriage.

Abe & Louie's, Back Bay (Steak and Seafood)

Traditional, upscale American steakhouse on Boylston Street, near the Boston Marathon finish line.

Ocean Prime, Seaport (Steak and Seafood)

Waypoint, Harvard Square Cambridge (Seafood/Coastal)

The Hourly Oyster House, Harvard Square Cambridge (Seafood)

Select Oyster Bar, Back Bay (Seafood / Casual Bistro)

Saltie Girl, Back Bay (Lobster Roll / Seafood

Citrus & Salt Boston, Back Bay (Best Frozen Margs, Tapas/Mexican)

Tapas and the best frozen margs!

bartaco, Seaport (Amazing Margs and Mexican Food)

Little Donkey, Central Square Cambridge (Tapas)

One of Lindsey and Michael's favorite date spots. They frequent here with friends and celebrated their Beacon Hill home purchase with frozen drinks at Little Donkey.

Mr. Bartley's Burger Cottage, Harvard Square Cambridge

An old-time Cambridge establishment that is across the street from Harvard Yard.

Five Horses Tavern, South End (Gastropub)

Great beer selection and quality food. 5H is across the street from Lindsey and Michael's former apartment.

Committee, Seaport (Amazing Cocktails and Greek Small Plates

KAVA neo-taverna, South End (Greek)

Located in the South End at Shawmut and Union Park (Lindsey's favorite street in Boston). Kava is a cozy neighborhood spot with delicious food, the zucchini chips with tzatziki are amazing.

Shy Bird, Kendall Square, Cambridge (Casual Comfort Food)

A casual eatery offering comfort food classics & cocktails, plus a covered terrace.

Mike's Pastry, North End (Cannolis and Dessert) Cash Only

A Boston landmark, brave the lines for a famous Mike's Pastry cannoli, you won't be disappointed.

Kayak the Charles River

Charles River Esplanade

The Esplanade has pedestrian and cyclist paths along the Charles River. Lindsey and Michael frequently walk the Esplanade and the paths from the Cambridge side in front of the Royal Sonesta which offer fantastic views of the Boston skyline! One of Michael's marathon training routes was running the Esplanade from the Longfellow Bridge to Harvard Square.

Newbury Street

Newbury Street is an awesome place to walk, shop and people watch.

Back Bay, Public Garden and Beacon Hill

Lindsey and Michael enjoy walking Boston's beautiful neighborhoods. Admire the brownstone architecture of Back Bay, the beauty of the Public Garden, the history of Beacon Hill, and the beautiful homes of Mount Vernon Street and Louisburg Square. Make sure to check out the "Make Way for Ducklings" statue in the Public Garden.

North End and Greenway

Stroll through the maze of narrow streets in Boston's North End, the historic Italian neighborhood, famous for its bustling streets, restaurants, patios, coffeehouses, pastry shops, and old-school delis. Grab a cannoli or gelato and enjoy them while walking the Greenway, an urban park with open lawns, benches, fountains & paved pathways with waterfront views.

Harvard Yard and Harvard Square

Museum of Fine Arts, Boston

A world-class art museum, across the street from Northeastern's campus and across the Fens park from Michael's first apartment in Boston

Museum of Science

New England Aquarium

Fenway Park

Take in a Red Sox game at world-famous Fenway Park, or if the Sox are not playing, take the stadium tour.