Vinal Bakery & General Store

General Store shelves filled with snacks at Vinal Bakery in Somerville, MA

Find yourself in Union Square looking for a coffee, snack, sandwich, or maybe a soft serve?  Well the folks at Vinal Bakery and neighboring General Store have all of that covered and more!  Named after the Somerville street that owner Sarah Murphy lived on, Vinal has two excellent spots for you to try. Vinal Bakery […]

Alden & Harlow

Neon sign for Brown's Bar-B-Q hanging over cooks in the kitchen

As a self-proclaimed baseball-mom living in the ‘burbs, it’s not too often that I have a chance to go to hip Harvard Square to dine with adults.  But when my friends said they were headed to the super popular Alden & Harlow, I got right on the phone with the babysitter! Alden & Harlow has […]

3 Little Figs

Swirled brownie at a bakery in Somerville, MA

There is something indescribable about your neighborhood coffee shop.  It’s not that I don’t love many of the cafes in Somerville, because I truly enjoy sampling all that there is to offer, but there’s usually one spot that is simply near and dear to your heart. For me that spot is 3 Little Figs.  For […]

Somerville Community Path

Vibrant green trees over a walking and bike trail in Somerville, MA

Boston gets credited as Americas walking city and I think that is certainly valid.  But the reputation of just how tight and accessible this area feels is certainly bolstered by Cambridge and Somerville.  There is so much to see by foot in our neighborhoods!  One of my favorite walks is the Somerville community path.  Taking […]

Farmers’ Markets

People selecting fresh fruit at Bow Market in Somerville, MA

If you’re looking to get a little farm fresh food or a local artisan product, you’re in a great spot. We are lucky to have three great farmers’ markets all within walking distance! Union Square Farmers’ Market Saturdays 9AM-1PM – mid May through late October 366 Somerville Ave The closest market to us, the Union […]

Forge Baking Company

Entrance to Forge Baking Company in Somerville, MA

If you’ve got a sweet tooth (or a savory tooth for that matter), you’ve found your new home!  With a vast array of breads, pastries, sandwiches, and more, Forge Baking Company has something for everyone.  All their breads and pastries are made in-house, right in their open bakery kitchen that you can sidle right up to […]