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Sick of your usual weekend haunts? We've got the cure for day-off boredom.
Stephi's in Southie (130 Dorchester Avenue) opened just last year, translating the classic Boston Stephanie's tradition we've come to love on Newbury and Tremont streets. Sit down for brunch and enj
Neatly Nested (373 West Broadway) brightens up West Broadway with a charming storefront, yellow striped awning, and robins egg blue doors. Step inside to find regionally sourced home knick knacks and repurpo
Speaking of staying within budget, Ku De Ta (663 East Broadway) is a pro at styling trend-minded outfits with its blend of premium denim, sparkly costume jewelry, and boutique brands like MINKPINK and BC
Sarra (840 Summer Street) may be off the beaten path, but seek it out for a sunlit beauty oasis famous for custom brow shaping. The salon has also launched 30-minute peels and sells a fully developed private line
Finally, cap off the afternoon with a beer tasting at local brewery Trillium Brewing (369 Congress Street). The tasting room is open from noon to 6pm on Saturdays, pouring samples of pale ale, farmhouse ale, a
Could tomorrow possibly be a better forecast to ease into June? Eighty and sunny—ideal conditions for exploring a new neighborhood. Might as well make it one with proximity to the water. We're taking a loop of Southie, starting with a reimagined-yet-classic Boston brunch, some colorful shopping that won't break the bank, a beauty salon with its own cosmetic line, and finally, tasting Fort Point-brewed brews. Nap at Castle Island after: Optional, though highly recommended.