Food Pantries & SNAP Support in Woburn MA, Reading MA, Wakefield MA & Burlington MA

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Your Community Resource Guide If you or someone you know is using SNAP (formerly food stamps) or stretching your food budget, these local pantries and support services are here in our North-of-Boston region. Why this matters Food insecurity doesn’t just affect large cities—it also touches suburban communities north of Boston. SNAP is designed to help […]

Discovering the Best Sandwiches North of Boston

this sandwich is piled high with fresh lettuce, deli meat and cheese.

As a lifestyle blogger and Realtor focused on the charming towns north of Boston, I often find myself exploring the local culinary scene. Today, I’m excited to share my top picks for the best sandwiches in Woburn, Burlington, Reading, and Wakefield. These sandwich shops have garnered rave reviews and are beloved by locals and visitors […]

Family Dinner

A Better Way to CSA – Family Dinner We firmly believe in community supported agriculture (CSA). We want you to enjoy all of the benefits of a CSA with none of the drawbacks: Local: We find the best ingredients from local farmers and food purveyors.  Curated:We curate a selection of proteins, veggies, dairy, grains and treats. Flexible: Accommodation for all food […]

The Chocolate Truffle – Best Candy Shop

Nominated by residents North of Boston, fans of The Chocolate Truffle feel they have the best chocolate truffle recipe! Craig and Jennifer Burkinshaw purchased The Chocolate Truffle in August of 2015. They purchased the company to fulfill their dream of having an old fashioned candy store with the finest quality confections combined with the help […]

Best Hot Dogs North of Boston – Massachusetts

Table of Contents Closely associated with baseball and American culture, the hot dogs origins can be traced back to Germany’s sausages and further back to references to sausages in Homer’s epic poem, The Odyssey. Today, the hot dog is a reminder of family gatherings and picnics with friends. Head over to one of our favorite […]

Best Ice Cream in Massachusetts

best ice cream in massachusetts

Scoop Dreams: The Best Ice Cream Shops North of Boston (Woburn & Beyond) Table of Contents There’s nothing quite like a creamy scoop of local ice cream to sweeten up a sunny day—or even a chilly New England evening (we’re tough up here, right?). If you’re living north of Boston or thinking about calling this […]