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BROTHERS RESTAURANT, BROOKLINE

A mellow and very eclectic spot that’s deep under the radar
POLAR COCKTAILS: SUMMERTIME AND THE LIVING IS FIZZY

Polar seltzer cocktails? Yes, they're a thing, and Viale is making them with a special twist.
BRICCO PANETTERIA AND BRICCO SALUMERIA/PASTA SHOP

North End twofer hidden in an alleyway
NEW DEAL FRUIT, REVERE

An Italian market with some of the region’s best subs
BOVA’S BAKERY

Old-Fashioned Italian Treats for Night Owls
WOLF PACK: BOSTON PUBLIC MARKET GOLDEN TICKET FOR NORTH SHORE CHEESE MASTER

“Mozzarella is a culture in Italy, not just a cheese you sell."
‘FIN-ALMENTE: SURVEYING THE LIBATIONS AT DOWNTOWN’S NEWEST BAR SCENE

I’ve said before that I look at myself as the anti-mixologist. I like things that are good, simple and quick. Nothing too expensive, or takes a long time to make. ”
LOCAL UNDERGROUND: COME FOR THE CANNOLIS, STAY FOR THE STEAK TACOS

“It’s getting harder and harder to know our neighbors. I [used to know] everyone on the street; I could go from building to building to building. This is a good way to get to know the people that still live here.”