As exhaled breath becomes visible and snow begins to fall onto the once vibrantly green grass, the craving for comfort and warmth becomes stronger and stronger. On the coldest of days, nothing sounds better than a place that greets you with open arms and a big cup of hot chocolate. Thankfully, there...

Though we generally perceive the Lowell Mills to be the home of outdated machinery, used only for fifth grade field trips, my trip to Mill No. 5 shows me it is the hidden gem of Lowell. On the fourth floor of Mill No. 5 on Jackson Street, one of the historic Lowell Mills which were the heart of women's...

Located on Acton’s Great Road, Blackbird Cafe is the newest addition to the Acton Woods Plaza. The rustic cafe, which opened its second location in Acton this summer, is the ideal place for breakfast, lunch or brunch. The cafe was beautifully decorated inside, with the walls painted warm, earthy...

Main Streets Market and Cafe is the hidden gem located in the heart of Concord. The town’s historic aura only adds to the charm of the streetside cafe. A regular for the locals, the eatery is known for its farm-to-table approach, from its family farm located nearby in Concord. The cafe opens daily...