Category: Neighborhood

Get Out, Dine Out

Posted on by Maddy Cohen-Shrage

Summer is in full swing and the desire to get out and enjoy the city is stronger than ever. That is why we are excited to announce that City Table is once again participating in DINE OUT BOSTON. The Greater Boston Convention & Visitors Bureau offers DINE OUT BOSTON twice a year, providing locals and visitors an opportunity to sample area restaurants at special prices. Each restaurant offers either/or both a lunch and dinner prix fixe menu at an excellent price.

Enjoy a three-course dinner in City Table for $41 from August 6th – 19th, available for dine-in or takeout. Reservations are recommended, walk-ins welcome. A full menu can be viewed here and even better, almost everything is available for take-out! Go with your favorite, (mine is the Brie Burger!) or try something new (the Dulce Bread Pudding)!

The Newest Cafés Brewing in Back Bay

Posted on by Victoria Molina

Blank Street Coffee

647 Boylston Street

Blank Street Coffee is a popular coffee chain that has over 60 locations spanning across big cities, such as New York, Washington D.C, and London. In February earlier this year, Blank Street opened its doors on Boylston Street, a quick 2-minute walk from the Lenox, and now has three locations across Boston. This cafe is known for their affordable, high-quality coffee and specialty cold brews, such as their grapefruit cold brew spritz and shaken chai cold brew.

Café Landwer

653 Boylston Street

Although this café opened last year in January, it’s still fairly new to the café community in Back Bay. Café Landwer, a Mediterranean restaurant chain serving coffee and healthy dishes, is a popular spot for guests looking for a casual, delicious dining experience. Luckily, it’s only a 2-minute walk from the Lenox, so feel free to pop in for a flavorful Turkish coffee and their amazing Nutella Rosalach.

Capital One Café

711 Boylston Street

If you’re a Capital One card member, then you’re in luck! Capital One Café, a coffee shop combined with a bank branch, just opened this early July right across the street from the Lenox and Capital One cardholders receive 50% off any handcrafted beverage. However, the café is open to everyone, and its modern and sleek design make it a great place to relax and recharge for the day!

View Boston

Posted on by Kenzo Abdi

Perched at the top of the iconic Prudential Tower, View Boston is a stunning $182+ million reinvigoration of the previous Top of the Hub & the Skywalk Observatory spaces. After being whisked 52 stories above Boston, you are greeted with towering windows and a birds-eye view of our small city framed by the backs of the Prudential Tower lettering. Being able to see from Fenway Park at one end all the way to Logan Airport at the other truly gives a sense of just how approachable & walkable a city Boston is. View Boston has incorporated a number of interactive elements to help guide your visit and exploration of Boston. As you explore the space, you will be prompted to select and engage with points of interest you might want to visit during your time in Boston. At the end of your time at View Boston, you are able to create and save a customized itinerary involving those points you collected along the way.

For dining options, View Boston features Stratus, a cocktail bar nestled in the corner of View Boston’s wrap-around, outdoor terrace, and The Beacon, an intimate dining option centered around a long central bar and, unsurprisingly, stunning aerial views.

In addition to the incredible views, View Boston has some creative experiences including Boston 365, a 3D, projection-mapped model of Boston highlighting the seasons, spirit, and celebrations throughout Boston, as well as Open Doors, an immersive theater that takes the viewer on various explorations of neighborhoods and attractions throughout Boston.

View Boston is truly a worthy successor to Top of the Hub & the Skywalk Observatory, and well worth visiting during your time in Boston!

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Beer Gardens to Check Out this Summer

Posted on by Victoria Molina

Beer gardens are back in Boston for the summer! It’s time to relax, hang with your colleagues, and raise a toast with some cold glasses at some of our favorite beer gardens near the Lenox.

Night Shift Esplanade

Charles River Esplanade – Between Berkeley & Clarendon Streets along the Storrow Lagoon

Located right along the river, this beer garden is a perfect place to wind down after a long day at work or over the weekend. With a variety of Night Shift Brewing beers, hard seltzers, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages, everyone can enjoy a nice drink at this beer garden. Also, feel free to bring your pup with you as dogs are happily welcomed!

Trillium Garden on the Common

Boston Common – on the corner of Tremont and Boylston Street

This newly opened beer garden has partnered with Emerson College, along with the City of Boston, to showcase live performances on its stage within the garden. You can listen to amazing music acts and drink specialty drafts, seltzers, wine, and more from Trillium Brewing. This garden is in a great spot on the Common, making it a fun place to eat, drink, and dance the day or night away!

Distraction & Democracy Beer Garden (D&D)

1 City Hall Avenue

Two Boston breweries, downtown-based Democracy Brewing and Roslindale-based, Distraction Brewing, have teamed up and set up shop atop City Hall Plaza, facing Faneuil Hall. There are 12 tap lines, along with food and other drinks. Additionally, this beer garden is offering events and activities all season long, such as live music, yoga, and art showcases!

Open Newbury Street

Posted on by Beverly Doughty

Open Newbury is back this year with even more dates than last summer! Starting July 2nd, the iconic Newbury Street will become car-free on Sundays to the public until mid-October. From Berkeley Street to Massachusetts Ave, this mile-long road will be pedestrian-only, making it much easier to access and explore, giving guests the opportunity to get to know and support local, small businesses.

Open Newbury will run from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on these following Sundays in 2023:
• July 2, July 9, July 16, July 23, and July 30
• August 6, August 13, August 20, and August 27
• September 3, September 10, September 17, and September 24
• October 1, October 8, and October 15

Since The Lenox is just a street over from Newbury, we have some great recommendations for you to check out!

If you’re getting to Newbury in the morning and need a coffee to start the day, then make your way over to the Bittersweet Shoppe on Newbury. This cafe has a delicious selection to choose from, as well as breakfast plates and fresh pastries. My go-to order is the cookies and cream iced coffee with a chocolate croissant – extra yummy if you’re craving something sweet!

Once you’re energized, there’s a plethora of stores to choose from. If you’re looking for boutiques with cute, trendy, and affordable clothing, then No Rest for Bridget or LIT Boutique is for you. Both stores also sell unique accessories and jewelry that can go with an everyday outfit.

If you’re into pop culture, then check out Newbury Comics. This store offers a wide variety of music, movies, comics, and more, and it’s also just a fun store to peruse in. There’s also a Harry Potter inspired shop two blocks down for all the fantasy fanatics out there.

After all this shopping, you’ll probably be in the mood for a bite to eat. Crazy Good Kitchen is a perfect spot if you’re craving a hearty meal, like a burger or chicken sandwich. Even though it says trouble in the name, you can’t go wrong with their Double Trouble burger – it’s definitely crazy good.

Or there’s a few seafood restaurants on Newbury that also hit the spot. One of our favorites is The Little Whale Oyster Bar – the lobster spaghetti is amazing! They also serve other traditional New England dishes, such as the lobster roll and fresh oysters.

There’s so much to do on Newbury Street and we can’t for the open days this summer. At The Lenox, you’re walking distance from all these amazing shops and restaurants on Newbury!

 

Patio-ing with your Pooch

Posted on by Victoria Molina

It is officially summer season, which means the patios in Boston are awaiting you and your furry friends! We found some paw-fect places for you and your pup to dine at this summer. Bone appétit!

J.P.Licks

173 Newbury Street  | 857.449.0334

This local chain serves signature ice cream and sorbet flavors in the heart of Newbury Street. Not only can your pup join you outside, but they can have a special treat as well! Their menu features Peanut Butter and Honey Cow Paws, a pet-friendly sorbet topped with a kosher dog bone.

Friendly Toast

35 Stanhope Street  |  617.456.7849

This fun and quirky spot serves brunch all day and its patio is great for people-watching with your pooch!

Crazy Good Kitchen

268 Newbury Street  |  617.936.4359

This family-owned restaurant in Back Bay offers outdoor seating for you and your doggy. Enjoy sipping on a shake and eating a delicious burger, while your pup salivates next to you.

Coppa

253 Shawmut Avenue  |  617.391.0902

Transport to Italy with your pet at this South End eatery, offering in-house pastas with lovely patio seating. There’s also a dog park (Peter’s Park) down the road to stop at after your meal!

Summer at Fenway

Posted on by Nick Peterson

We are gearing up for another fun-filled summer in Fenway with Red Sox home series and an awesome concert schedule. The nice thing about The Lenox’s location is that you can experience Fenway a couple of different ways! I usually ask guests if they are looking to have a sit down dinner before the event or just some drinks and maybe a scene.

If you are looking to grab drinks near the park, my favorite is the Bleacher Bar because you feel as though you are actually a part of the stadium. And if you get the right seat, you can see right onto the field! Clask N Flagon is always a classic with a storied history. Lansdowne Pub is fun before Fenway concerts as they usually have a live band playing so it sets the tone for your whole night. If you want to have dinner, or at least a slightly less hectic pre-game, I recommend stopping at a Back Bay spot along the short walk. I really like Dillons, especially the patio, or Summer Shack for Oysters!

If you need any specific suggestions, feel free to reach out and, don’t worry, Red Sox jersey is considered formal dinner attire almost anywhere in Boston!

Another tip is to check out the Fenway Park Tour as a great way to get a sense of the ballpark in a super affordable manner. They run pretty much every hour on the hour and you can usually buy tickets at the park.

This week, all roads lead to Sólás!

Posted on by Nick Peterson

It’s the week o’ the Irish, and nobody does St. Paddy’s Day like Boston does. In fact, one out of every five Bostonians has Irish ancestry, and we sure know how to celebrate that heritage. Whether you’re downing a Guinness in our Irish Pub, Sólás or dancing an Irish jig, there are so many ways to shamrock and roll this week!

If you happen to be in our neighborhood Wednesday thru Friday (or any other day for that matter!), stop by Sólás and enjoy a perfectly-poured pint of Guinness and some authentic Corned Beef & Cabbage. Click here to check out our St. Patrick’s Day menu specials.

Looking for some St. Paddy’s activities do due in and around the city, check out this link that The Boston Calendar put together – from movies, to cooking classes and the event of the holiday, THE South Boston Saint Patrick’s Day Parade!

Sláinte!⁠

Snowport Boston

Posted on by Beverly Doughty

Just over the bridge at the start of Boston’s Seaport neighborhood, Snowport is a festive winter market well worth a visit. With over 120 makers & food stalls, the sprawling Snowport market, decked in evergreen swags, twinkling lights, and music piped throughout, is full of holiday spirit.

Want to try your hand at curling? Snowport has you covered with an outdoor curling rink. Whether you’re looking for a hand-knit hat, one-of-a-kind artwork, or enjoy sipping a hot cocoa while you wait for your wood-fired pizza to come out of the oven, you could easily get lost exploring all that the small, independent makers at Snowport have to offer!

Summer Concert Series

Posted on by Lisa Burns

Nothing rings in the summer season like an outdoor concert. Luckily, Boston has several venues to choose from – these are a two of my favorites:

FENWAY PARK:  While our boys of summer are traveling, Fenway Park transforms itself into a concert venue and this summer’s line-up won’t disappoint. A few repeat performers, as well as first timers Bad Bunny & Bill Burr.

LEADER BANK PAVILION:  Ideally situated on the water in Boston’s Seaport District, this venue offers an eclectic list of performers. Ranging from old timers like Bonnie Raitt and Tears for Fears to the amazing Alicia Keyes – a summer concert here will surely not disappoint!

Find below which artists will be performing , dates and a link to ticket information.

FENWAY CONCERT SERIES – Tickets

Paul McCartney | June 7 & 8

Zac Brown Band | July 15

Def Leppard & Mötley Crüe | August 5 & 6

Bad Bunny | August 18

Lady Gaga | August 19

Imagine Dragons | August 20

Bill Burr | August 21

Aerosmith | September 8

Red Hot Chili Peppers | September 10

 

LEADER BANK PAVILION – Tickets

Trombone Shorty’s Voodoo Threauxdown | June 11

Bonnie Raitt | June 17

Tears For Fears | June 22

Jake Owen | June 23

Josh Groban Harmony Tour | July 6

Bare Naked Ladies | July 10

Alicia Keyes | August 10

David Gray | August 19 & 20

An Iconic Boston Street Comes Alive

Posted on by Tom Nguyen

The weather in New England can be unpredictable, especially in the spring but chances are you will find a stroll along Newbury Street and our Back Bay neighborhood quite delightful! The trees canopying the streets are starting to bloom and the shops and restaurants are starting to buzz with activity. Below is a suggested itinerary for a day in the ‘hood! Enjoy!

WHERE TO FUEL UP

Revival Café & Kitchen – a new café on Newbury, close to the Public Gardens, Revival Café & Kitchen has a rotating menu of coffee roasters on brew so something new is always available, as well as extensive menu of pastries, breakfast sandwiches, and lunch options

Pavement – a local coffee roaster based in Brighton with several shops throughout Boston. Be sure to try their amazing breakfast sandwiches, made on their homemade bagels

Blue Bottle – based in California, Blue Bottle serves up only pour-over coffee and espresso drinks, as well as delicious pastries from A&J King Artisan Bakers in Salem, MA

SHOP SMALL

Olives & Grace – featuring locally sourced food and gifts in the quaint South End
https://www.olivesandgrace.com/

Gifted – an independent, woman-owned gift boutique in Boston’s beautiful South End

Simon Pearce – shop signature handcrafted glass and pottery tableware and décor, plus lighting and curated home accents

TAKE A LUNCH BREAK

Saltie Girl – creative Seafood spot specializing in tinned fish and one of the best Raw Bars in the city

Trident Booksellers and Café – bookstore and café serving some of the best breakfast and comfort food on Newbury

Red White Ramen – tasty Ramen restaurant specializing in Vegan recipes based on Buddhist monks in Japan called Shojin

 

SHOP BIG

H&M – trendy fashion brand featuring the latest styles at affordable prices

Nordstrom Rack – great value on ever-changing selections of brand name, designer and other high-quality fashions

Anthropologie – women’s apparel and accessories, intimates, home furniture and décor, beauty and gifts

WIND DOWN

Piattini – a Tuscan inspired Wine bar serving authentic Italian plates on two Newbury street patios

Krasi– imbibe on Greek wines and feast on Aegean small plates in a beautiful space

Time Out Market Boston

Posted on by Christopher Smith

Opened in early 2019, Time Out Boston brings some of the best Boston food & drink concepts into a unique indoor market just a short walk from our doors in the Fenway neighborhood. There are too many fun eateries to list each, but here are some of our favorites to give you a feel for the place, It’s definitely worth a stop if you’re in the Fenway area!

Lala’s Neapolitan-ish Pizza

Founded during the height of the pandemic, Conor Cudahy launched a mobile pizza kitchen to bring delicious pizza made with some of the freshest local ingredients to bars & breweries. His pizza was such a hit, he launched his first brick & mortar restaurant at Time Out Market.

Anoush’ella

Hailing from the South End, Anoush’ella features Eastern Mediterranean flavors like wraps filled with za’atar chicken & overnight-braised beef or their signature anoush’ella kofta m’anoush, a wrap featuring spiced lamb & beef kofta topped with mint, pomegrantae, sumac onion, parsley, tahini, and zhouk.

Gelato Table Caffe

Table Caffe first started in Boston’s North End and became famous for their amazing homemade gelato. Now with a spot at Time Out Market, you can enjoy their sweet treats when in the Fenway neighborhood.

Balloons Over Boston

Posted on by Lisa Burns

Throw Back Thursday!

In the Spring of 2018, we invited Kelsey Montague and her sister Courtney to the hotel to create the beautiful Marathon mural you can read about below. We were lucky enough to have them back to create another iconic mural in our Exeter Street “nook”! If you happen to be in the neighborhood, stop by and snap a pic with our colorful balloons!

Have you ever heard of the Nashville Wings? I’m guessing that many of you have and if you haven’t, look them up and you will see thousands of photos of people posing with a 20 foot tall street mural! These amazing wings were created by street artist, Kelsey Montague who is well known all over the globe for her beautiful, interactive murals. Kelsey and her sister/business partner, Courtney travel all around the world creating unique pieces on blank canvases that allow communities to be involved in the process.

Kelsey’s work inspired so many of us on the Lenox Team that we decided we wanted her to create a piece for this year’s Boston Marathon, the finish line is right near the hotel. With the Lenox being just steps from the finish line, we felt that one of her #whatliftsyou murals would be perfect to embody the spirit of Boston and the runners! The #whatliftsyou hashtag encourages people to not only take a photo, but to also openly share what is most important to them in their lives.

We were elated when Kelsey and Courtney agreed to travel to Boston and create a unique piece for us! These sisters are such a fun, genuine and inspiring duo (check out their Instagram) and it was a joy having them with us over the last three days! Watching the artistic process on this 13’x13’ black canvas was absolutely incredible. There are so many subtle touches of the city and marathon incorporated into this mural but you really have to look close. The neighborhood watched the progress over the last couple of days and when it was completed yesterday around 5PM, there was an immediate buzz!

“To me this piece is all about the power, strength and the passion of Bostonians. All my pieces invite a person in to become a ‘living work of art’ but I wanted this piece to take it one step further and to honor the strength of the resilient Bostonian spirit.” –Kelsey Montague

Be sure to learn more about The Montague Sisters here and check out the photos below of our Boston Marathon #whatliftsyou mural! Most importantly, if you are in Boston, come by the Lenox on Exeter Street and see it in person – you will not be disappointed!

An Eastie Adventure

Posted on by Stephanie Sgroi

Only a hop, skip and free boat shuttle away – East Boston and the neighboring town of Charlestown offer several outdoor dining spots with spectacular views of the Boston skyline. We decided to spend the afternoon checking them out – below is a recap of each spot and links to their website should you decide to visit (check for live music schedule and summer hours of operation!)

 

REELHOUSE

6 New Street, East Boston

We started at the ReelHouse and sat at the outdoor area, shared a shrimp cocktail and some Navy Yard Spritzes – delicious! Located adjacent to the USS Constitution, there were plenty of tourists roaming around the area and fun to people watch!

THE TALL SHIP

1 East Pier Drive, East Boston

New to the area, the Tall Ship Boston is a 245″ vessel turned floating oyster bar moored on Pier One in East Boston. The ship has 3 custom bars built around the grand mast and offers amazing views of the skyline and harbor. It was really crowded so we had a couple of drinks and took in the fun and lively atmosphere.

WATER SHUTTLE

We then took the free water shuttle over to Charlestown to check out a couple of more places – great way to avoid the traffic and spend some time on the water – here is their info:

Running between Pier 6 Restaurant and Reelhouse Boston! (Weather Permitting)

Shuttle hours of operation are: Monday – Wednesday  3pm – 10pm &  Thursday – Sunday  11am – 11pm
Powered by Boston Launch Company

PIER 6 WATERFRONT

18th Street, Charlestown

A popular destination in Charlestown, Pier 6 Waterfront was hopping, despite the overcast weather! The restaurant was full so we weren’t able to have a meal but decided to stay and sat outside while we nibbled on the Mezze Plate and a couple of Pier 6 Painkillers – a delightful combo of rum, orange and coconut.

THE ANCHOR

1 Shipyard Park, Charlestown

The Anchor was our last stop of the day – Boston’s only two-story public gathering space and open-air wine and beer garden. This venue was really neat, and as expected on a Saturday afternoon – very busy! We each had a couple of beers on the expansive patio area and took in the afternoon activity in the area.

 

All in all, it was a great way to see a part of the city that I hadn’t been to and check out a couple of the new, hot spots – would highly recommend!

 

Top 3 Breweries Boston Breweries

Posted on by Meredith White

If you like cool craft beer as much as we do look no further.  Boston is bursting with new local breweries and we are here to show you the best ones to visit while in Beantown! Here are our top 3 Boston breweries.

Stop #1: Cisco

Located in the gorgeous and modern Seaport Area, this outdoor beer garden claims to “bring a little bit of Nantucket to Boston”.  While it doesn’t necessarily have the quaint New England feeling of Nantucket, if you are a fan of Cisco beer look no further.  Basically, a tented area with little VIP covered huts, so make sure you go on a decent day.  Definitely a bustling fun summer/fall place to hang out and relax.  Some of our favorite beers included the Whale’s Tale Pale Ale, Grey Lady Wheat Ale, and Gripah Grapefruit IPA.  They also have a nice selection of fall hard ciders to wet your whistle and, don’t forget to visit their nice little pop up gift shop for some cool Cisco swag, we couldn’t resist a new sweatshirt and trucker hat!

Per Commonwealth of Mass.  you must order food when ordering alcohol, don’t fret they have an awesome partnership with OATH pizza-yum!

Sorry no 4-legged friends (boo!)

The beer garden is a seasonal operation so be sure to check out their hours of operation before heading over.

Stop #2 Trillium Fort Point

A farmhouse inspired craft beer founded by a super cute couple JC and Esther in 2013!  This new location is a must see, the marriage of old with super modern is a perfect addition to the cool Seaport area and this doesn’t even touch on the delicious array of craft beers they have.  The have outdoor seating as you enter as well as a fun roof deck.  Our favorite beer was the Double Dry Hopped Fort Point Pale Ale, however if you are a fan of IPA’s come here!!

Reservations required same day, make sure to make online.

The Beer is top notch and the outdoor space is substantial, and a real cool industrial loft feel. And the eats are fun too!  Food is all QR based ordering so you do everything yourself. The menu is limited but everything was super fresh with a farm to table feel.

Stop #3 Dorchester Brewing Company

Just on the outskirts of the city and only 2 miles from The Lenox we visited Dorchester Brewing Co.  In 2020 they expanded their Tap Room space to include their Hopservatory, 4 season Rooftop Greenhouse, a Game Room, Restaurant and More, while continuing to help other brewing partners to increase their beer production.  Dorchester Brewing sells their labeled beers which are very tasty along with teaming up with smaller breweries they allow to use their facility.  This is a very cool, spacious spot and they do allow dogs out on the patio. They have a cool sampler you can select your own beers, we tried 8 different ones and they were all delicious.

For drinks, I would recommend the samplers since they have so many different varieties you can really see which one you like best. Food comes from M&M BBQ – make sure you try their brisket. This is a really fun place!

Overall, some great spots to checkout in Boston and the surrounding areas, a great 1-2 days of fun checking out the local brews in Beantown!!

Baseball Is Back At Fenway Park Boston!

Posted on by Colin O'Donnell

Live sporting events are back, and Boston’s Fenway Park is no exception! Boy have we been waiting for this. Starting last weekend Fenway Park is now at full capacity! Do I feel bad for all of the complaining I used to do about how small the seats in Fenway are now? Yes, a little. Am I excited to be able to cram myself past a row of knees, juggling a frank and a beer, just to get to my cramped seat in the middle of the bleachers? You betcha!

I have to be honest, in the wake of the Mookie Betts trade and after an uninspired season last year, I wasn’t super excited for this Red Sox season. But this team has some juice that I did not expect! Currently in first place, with Alex Cora back at the helm, this is a fun team to watch. So grab some tickets and get down to Fenway.

It’s a nice walk to the park from The Lenox Hotel, which is conveniently located nearby. See the route here or jump on the T. Solas is a pretty good place to start or finish your day as nothing beats a perfectly poured Guinness to bookend your game day! Once you are in the neighborhood check out the classics like the Cask n Flagon and Game On to name a few. Another fun idea is Time Out Market and the adjacent Trillium Beer Garden. And if you need dinner suggestions just give us a call!

Cape Cod Cones

Posted on by Lisa Burns

Nothing epitomizes a summer vacation treat to me than an ice cream cone, especially one from Cape Cod! During my childhood, we often spent a week during our summer vacation, on the Cape, in different towns each year. I have to say, I am an ice cream aficionado, and know great ice cream when I taste it!

Let’s start on the Upper Cape, which actually seems like it should be called Lower Cape, since it starts when you cross over the bridge coming from Downtown Boston! Enjoy and be sure to tell them I sent you! (insert happy face).

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UPPER CAPE

Ice Cream Sandwich
66 Route 6A, Sandwich, MA

Polar Cave Ice Cream Parlour
22 Falmouth Road, Mashpee

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MID CAPE

Four Seas Ice Cream
360 S Main Street, Centerville, MA

Sundae School
381 Lower County Road
Dennisport

Ben & Jerry’s
352 Main Street, Hyannis

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LOWER CAPE

Buffy’s Ice Cream Shop
456 Main Street, Chatham

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ISLANDS

Mad Martha’s
7 N Water Street, Edgartown, Martha’s Vineyard

The Juice Bar
12 Broad Street, Nantucket

Copley Square Farmers’ Market

Posted on by Christopher Smith

What better way to enjoy the bounty of all that New England sunshine than by picking up some fresh, local produce from our very own Copley Square Farmers’ Market? Just a block away from our doors, the Copley Square Farmers’ Market features farms, butcheries, bakeries, and more from all over Massachusetts, with something delicious and seasonal for everyone. Open Tuesdays & Fridays between 11AM & 6PM from mid-May to mid-November, the farmer’s market is one of our favorite ways to grab a snack or the perfect warm weather picnic supplies!

Dine In or Dine Out

Posted on by Lisa Burns

Eating at our favorite restaurants during the last few months has certainly been a challenge. The Greater Boston Convention & Visitors Bureau offers DINE OUT BOSTON twice a year, providing locals and visitors an opportunity to sample area restaurants at special prices. Each restaurant offers either/or both a lunch and dinner prix fixe menu at an excellent price.

Sólás, our Irish Pub at The Lenox is excited to announce we are doing a special City Table Pop-Up for Dine Out Boston August 16 – 21 & August 23 – 28. Enjoy a three-course meal for only $33 featuring your City Table favorites from the comfort of our pub! A full menu can be viewed on the link above and even better, almost everything is available for take-out!

I was happy to see a few of my favorites on the special menu – the Chopped Salad, the Maplebrook Farms Burrata and especially the Green Circle Farms Chicken, my absolute favorite dish at City Table!

Dine Out Boston is the perfect opportunity to take advantage of delicious deals at restaurants offering indoor or outdoor dining options, with many offering take out and delivery service. Bon appétit!

A Day at the New England Aquarium

Posted on by Stephanie Sgroi

The New England Aquarium has always been one of my favorite places to visit in Boston. It is located just two miles away from The Lenox Hotel, which is only about a 15 minute taxi ride and 25 minutes on the T. The aquarium is great year-round, but I especially like going in the winter to escape the cold for a bit.

Since there are so many interesting exhibits to see, I would definitely recommend allowing a couple hours to really experience all that the Aquarium as to offer. The Giant Ocean Tank, which is 4 stories high and 40 feet wide, is always a must-stop for me. The top of the tank is completely open and allows for a fun look at Myrtle the Turtle (a resident of the tank since 1970) who pops her head up for air every once in a while. Keep an eye out for divers in the tank as well. They often go in to feed the fish and it’s fun to observe how they interact up close with them.

One of the more interactive exhibits is the Shark and Ray Touch Tank, which is located on the main floor. You can actually put your hand in the water as sting rays glide past you, so you get a chance to experience what these animals actually feel like.

The top floor of the Aquarium is home to the Edge of Sea Touch Tank. Last time I was visiting this area, I had the chance to talk with the educator on duty, and they put a scallop on its side, so we could all watch it open its shell. Sometimes they will close really quickly and spit out water!

Are you more into rain forests and jungle creatures, rather than sea animals? Well, good news the Aquarium is also home to some breathtaking Amazon Exhibits that allow you to see all the bio-diversity that make our planet so unique. The Poisonous Frog Tank is a personal favorite of mine, but there are tons more to explore. As you look into some of these exhibits, take a moment for your eyes to adjust and look closely, as many of the animals have adapted to camouflage and blend in with their environment. Is that a branch or an Anaconda? A leaf or a Seahorse? Take a second look and you just might be surprised.

After all that walking, you’ll probably be in the mood to sit down, which is the perfect time to visit the I-Max 3D theater. Here you’ll find giant rotating and informative films that are the perfect way to cap off a day at the New England Aquarium.

I hope you enjoy the Aquarium as much as I do, and if you ever have any questions about upcoming exhibits or anything at all, visit me at the Concierge desk and I’ll be more than happy to tell you even more about this great place.

Marathon Route

Posted on by Nick Peterson

If you really want to start at the very beginning, head out to the quaint town of Hopkinton, where the Boston Marathon starting line is located. Join the crowds to cheer on the fresh-faced runners before they begin their 26.2 mile journey into Boston. Travel is a little trickier this far out, but you can take the MBTA Commuter Rail to the Framingham Station and catch one of the BAA shuttle buses to downtown Hopkinton from the station. You’ll want to get out here early!

Looking to be a little closer to the center of the action? Head to Wellesley College and the famed Scream Tunnel packed with Wellesley College students cheering on the runners and giving them an extra boost of energy. The MBTA Commuter Rail is recommended for this journey, this time to the Wellesley Square station, a short walk from the college campus.

Can’t quite decide if you want to cheer on the Red Sox or the runners? Don’t worry, you don’t have to! Head to Kenmore Square and join the crowds rooting for both. If you’re lucky enough to be going to the game, you should definitely make use of The Lenox’s close proximity to Fenway and walk both to and from the game. If you want to join the crowds, make sure you get south of Boylston Street early and make a right on Ring Road to loop around down to Huntington Avenue and back up Exeter Street.

Last, but certainly not least, spend your time with us right at the finish line! You’re in the best spot along the whole Marathon route in our biased, but accurate, opinion, so you might as well make use of it and enjoy the day. Typically, we are lucky enough to have unencumbered access to our strip of Boylston Street, so you can beat the crowds a bit, too, while enjoying phenomenal views of the runners.

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