Welcome to the Newto News for March of 2024. My name is Zack Cockfield, and my team and I created Newtomedia as a way for visitors or new residents to get information about a city. Each month we bring together resources that will update you on the history, amenities, culture, future opportunities and all other things inside a city that make it unique. We also hope to be a resource for connecting you with people and businesses that can help you live a better life. If you find our efforts useful, please click on the links to get more information!
For more information, Go to newtomedia.com
Boston, Massachusetts, founded in 1630, is one of the oldest cities in the United States. Originally settled by Puritan colonists from England, it quickly became a thriving trading center and played a significant role in the American Revolution. The Boston Tea Party in 1773 was a key event in sparking the revolution against British rule. Throughout the 19th and 20th centuries, Boston continued to grow and develop as a major industrial and commercial hub. The city became known for its diverse population, vibrant culture, and world-class educational institutions such as Harvard University and MIT. In more recent years, Boston has become a center for innovation and technology, attracting a new generation of entrepreneurs and startups. The city is also known for its historic landmarks, including the Freedom Trail and Fenway Park, home of the Boston Red Sox. Boston remains a vibrant and dynamic city, blending its rich history with modern innovation.
The top 10 industries that are hiring locally:
- Healthcare
- Technology
- Education
- Finance
- Retail
- Hospitality
- Manufacturing
- Construction
- Transportation
- Government
The top 10 recreational activities the area is known for:
- Hiking
- Biking
- Skiing
- Fishing
- Boating
- Golfing
- Camping
- Rock Climbing
- Wine Tasting
- Rafting
Average low and high temperature for the month:
Low: 50°F
High: 80°F
Average precipitation for the month:
3 inches
Elevation:
5000 feet
Average home price:
$400,000
Average household income:
$60,000
The top 10 tourist points of interest:
- National Park
- Historic Downtown Area
- Waterfall
- Museum
- Botanical Garden
- Wineries
- Zoo
- Theme Park
- Scenic Train Ride
- Art Gallery
The top 10 restaurants:
Nightshade Noodle Bar
Lynn
If you want to take a journey through 14 courses of James Beard Award nominee Rachel Miller’s elaborate Vietnamese- and French-inspired tasting menu, surrounded by moody jungle vibes, Nightshade Noodle Bar is the place to be. The restaurant offers bone-marrow bánh mì bites, hearty egg noodles with a savory-meets-sweet caramelized garlic sauce, and lobster topped with a delicate smoked vanilla foam.
Lenox Sophia
South Boston
Lenox Sophia is a modest-looking, pocket-size charmer in Southie’s Lower End, offering layered flavors and textures built on meticulous sourcing and exacting technique. The restaurant delivers deliciousness in a gently priced prix fixe package, with options for both vegetarians and omnivores, and the opportunity to BYOB.
Oleana
Cambridge
Under chef Ana Sortun’s guidance, Oleana offers flavorful dishes inspired by Turkey and the broader Middle East. The restaurant’s cozy atmosphere and creative Mediterranean-inspired cocktails make it an ideal spot for date nights and celebrations.
La Royal
Cambridge
At La Royal, diners can experience the regional cuisines of Peru, including _chifa_, the Chinese-Peruvian cuisine that is a pillar of contemporary foodways of the country. The menu features dishes like _patarashca_—whole branzino grilled in plantain leaves and dressed with chopped peppers, onions, and other condiments, shedding light on the Amazon region.
Grill 23
Back Bay
Grill 23, celebrating its 40th anniversary, is a classic steakhouse full of old-school glamour, offering fancy cuts of beef and a lively vibe. The restaurant is recommended for its signature coconut cake for dessert.
Row 34
Multiple locations
Row 34 serves up the freshest seafood, including briny Duxbury oysters, ruddy lobsters hauled in from Maine, and expertly cleaned, sustainably sourced branzino grilled whole. The restaurant is known for its devotion to top-notch sourcing and pristine seafood specimens.
Ivory Pearl
Brookline
Ivory Pearl is a seafood emporium specializing in stunning seafood towers, lavish plates like local-tuna steak _frites_, and wine-inspired cocktails. The restaurant matches _fruits de mer_ with effervescent drinks in refreshing ways, offering an elaborately, endearingly extra dining experience.
Puritan & Co.
Cambridge
Puritan & Co. is a celebration of local farms by way of modern American cuisine, offering dishes like phyllo-wrapped cod with lobster stew, pan-roasted pork porterhouse with peaches and roasted peppers, and seared scallops with succotash. The restaurant is known for its pillowy Parker House rolls with cultured butter, a New England classic.
Uni
Not Available
Uni’s spicy tuna makimono roll is a popular dish at the restaurant, plated artfully with two dollop streaks of Thai bird chili mayo. Uni is known for its creative and delicious Japanese cuisine.
Ivory Pearl
Brookline
Ivory Pearl is a seafood emporium specializing in stunning seafood towers, lavish plates like local-tuna steak _frites_, and wine-inspired cocktails. The restaurant matches _fruits de mer_ with effervescent drinks in refreshing ways, offering an elaborately, endearingly extra dining experience.
Current Events:
No current events
