October 16th marks World Food Day, this year’s theme is “Our Actions are Our Future”. Did you know, about 150,000 tons of food are thrown away by American households EVERY DAY! World Food Day strives…
A Tweed blazer is a wardrobe staple. Last year I picked up this perfect school-boy tweed blazer from J.Crew. I love J.Crew for wardrobe staples, if you need a button down, a classic blazer, a…
I love fall in Boston, there is something so romantic about the season. The stoops in Beacon Hill get all decked out for the season, the leaves in the Commons are starting to change, and…
Did you know those classic blue jeans you love are actually one of the biggest polluters in the textile industry? I am a fan of jeans, I buy probably one new pair every year and…
Nothing quite says fall in New England like apple picking. This long weekend is the perfect time to head to your favorite apple orchard! The past few years I have gone to Honey Pot Hill…
Today’s blog post I am launching a new section of Katie From Boston, “Sustainable Living”. I got my degree in Public Policy and 9-5 I work in professional politics. This blog has always been my…
Fall has officially begun and I am pulling out all my fall favorites. Last year my roommate gave me this adorable scarf (similar) from Sole Society. I’m wearing an old pair of vineyard vines pants…
Just a couple hours from Boston Portland Maine is the perfect weekend getaway. Mike and I headed up to Portland a couple weekends ago to celebrate a friend’s wedding. I love Portland, it has an…
Every year I visit Truro Vineyard and South Hollow Spirits. It is such a great day trip whether you’re already on the cape or just want to go down for the day. We always do…
Its those small out of the way places that have the best food! If you’re in the mood for a killer Lobster roll check out Sesuit Harbor Cafe. It is the most charming spot, right…
One of my favorite things about visiting the Cape is all the beautiful hydrangeas. It is actually the PH in the soil that determined their color. Up in Boston most hydrangeas bloom pink or purple,…
Eat better, feel better! If you’re looking to eat better but don’t want to compromise on taste you should check out Thrive Juice Cafe in Arlington. I have personally always struggle with the desire to…
There is an Isak Dinesen quote that goes, “The cure for anything is salt water: sweat, tears, or the sea.” There were definitely sweat and tears this week and I can’t wait to spend sometime…
I was 11 years old when we brought you home. From the very beginning you were a loyal and loving pup. For ten years you had your best friend by your side, your partner in…
My mother always taught me to write a thank you note. A text is nice, a phone call is better, but a hand written thank you note is the truest way to show gratitude. It…
In second grade we did a lighthouse project, we all picked a light house in New England and designed a model of it. So began my love of lighthouses. There are so many sprinkled through…
If you’re not familiar with Double Chin you’re missing out! Right in Chinatown Double Chin is the hottest Asian Fusion spot in the entire city. In addition to the delicious food, Double Chin’s owner Gloria…
Well if there was any question before summer is definitely here. This weeks heat wave had me living in the pool! When it gets really hot like that I love to be able to just…
Every girl needs a perfect summer dress! This year vineyard vines nailed it with this adorable striped dress. I am in love with everything about it, the vibrant stripes, the bow on the back, but…
Happy First weekend of Summer! Memorial has come and gone so unofficially summer started last month, but today is the Summer Solstice. I am so happy to be partnering with vineyard vines to feature their…