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Photo of the interior of El Jefe’s at 957 Comm Ave. A few people sit at the small wooden tables with colorful chairs. On the wall, a giant black scorpion is painted. There are some small plants in the foreground.

Things-to-do

The Weekender: March 17 to 20

March 16, 2022

Photo of the front of High Street Food Hall. A tall, modern building surrounded by greenery and wood accents is seen with a large sign in front that reads "High Street Place, food Hall"

Weekender

The Weekender: March 10 to 13

March 9, 2022

Photo of Jody Adams, wearing a black face mask, black shirt, and brownish glasses, as she sits at the front of a classroom. She moves her hand as she speaks. Her salt-and-pepper hair is pulled back.

Restaurants

Amid COVID-19’s Blow to Restaurants, BU Creates New Courses about the Industry

February 24, 2022

Photo of the spines of a series of old books with brown, red and black covers with gold designs.

Things-to-do

The Weekender: February 24 to 27

February 23, 2022

Photo taken from the balcony as the Boston University Symphony Orchestra performed with the Boston University Wind Ensemble and with the Symphonic Chorus at Boston Symphony Hall in 2019.

Things-to-do

The Weekender: February 10 to 13

February 9, 2022

Photo taken from behind two young below as they look at Elias Sime’s piece, Tightrope, Familiar Yet Complex 1, on display at Life Altering: Selections from a Kansas City Collection, on view from January 18 through March 1, 2022, at Boston University’s Faye G., Jo, and James Stone Gallery. The piece looks to be painted or constructed on the side of large brick wall. The bricks are textured and painted in what looks like almost a quilted pattern.

Things-to-do

The Weekender: February 3 to 6

February 2, 2022

close-up photo of double espresso shots being poured from espresso machine in the Thinking Cup.

Weekender

The Weekender: January 20 to 23

January 19, 2022

Black and white photo from March 1965, in which Martin Luther King, towards the right, in a suit, and his wife Coretta Scott King, in a hat and light pant suit, lead a black voting rights march from Selma, Alabama, to the state capital in Montgomery. Among those pictured are, front row, politician and civil rights activist John Lewis (1940 – 2020), Reverend Ralph Abernathy (1926 - 1990), Ruth Harris Bunche (1906 - 1988), Nobel Prize-winning political scientist and diplomat Ralph Bunche (1904 - 1971), activist Hosea Williams (1926 – 2000 right carrying child).

Things-to-do

The Weekender: January 13 to 17

January 12, 2022

Screenshot from an animation of 2022 being written in a brush like script on a snowy blue background. Below, the words "HAPPY NEW YEAR" are seen.

Things-to-do

Boston New Years Eve Events 2021

December 17, 2021

Photo of a sliced Duck Breast and Onion Tarte Tatin on a white plate with a blue border.

Recipe

[Video]: Roast Duck Breast with Onion Tarte Tatin

December 15, 2021

Photo taken from behind students in an auditorium attending the SHA Dean’s Distinguished Lecture Series, with Katie Potter, president and chief executive officer of Five Star Senior Living, and Arun Upneja, dean of SHA, who are sitting at the front of the room on stage.

Hospitality

School of Hospitality Administration Celebrates 40th Anniversary amid a Time of Rapid Change

December 13, 2021

photo of the 45th Annual Service of Lessons and Carols on December 10, 2018 at Boston University's Marsh Chapel. The carolers are dressed in red robes and stand singing with black librettos open.

Things-to-do

The Weekender: December 9 to 12

December 8, 2021

photo of a large, lit, multicolored Christmas tree during a dark night in the Boston Commons.

Weekender

The Weekender: December 2 to 5

December 2, 2021

Photo of a slice of Butternut Squash and Potato Gratin topped with roasted hazelnuts on a white plate with ornate blue design. Cheese oozes from the gratin.

Food

Thistle & Leek Reimagines the Gastro Pub for American Diners and Shares How to Make Butternut Squash and Potato Gratin

November 18, 2021

multiple kpop dancers pose with their arms above their heads in front of a red background on stage

Things-To-Do

The Weekender: November 11 to 14

November 11, 2021

exterior photo of outdoor coffee shop seating with a sun glare highlighting the shop's sign and entrance.

Food & Dining

Boston’s Best Cafés to Celebrate International Coffee Day

October 1, 2021

A photo of assorted, multicolored vegetables and greens in the forefront. Students make a purchase at the weekly farmer’s market at the GSU Plaza in the background.

Weekender

The Weekender: September 30 to October 3

September 30, 2021

Photo of Rueben on Rye at Veggie Grill in Harvard Square. The sandwich is crispy on the outside, and one piece is wrapped in paper.

Plant-Based Food

Best Vegetarian and Vegan Restaurants in Boston

September 17, 2021

Photo of three dumplings in a steamer basket with a pair of chopsticks resting on the edge of the steamer.

Things-To-Do

The Weekender: September 9 to 12

September 9, 2021

Gooey fresh baked chocolate chip cookies cool on a baking sheet.

Boston

National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day: Where to Find the Best Chocolate Chip Cookies in Boston

August 4, 2021

National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day: Where to Find the Best Chocolate Chip Cookies in Boston