Bye, Bye, Boston
After more than a decade working in Boston and three years living in the city, I’m officially packing up my luggage and saying bye to Boston. This September, I’m starting a 12- 18 month nomad journey. I’m traveling down South and abroad to explore different cities and find my next home.
Despite being a notoriously difficult place to find and build community, I managed to forge a really beautiful life in this city. When I think of Boston, I’m reminded of how cities can grow on you. You’ll find corners that are worn smooth and welcome by the many feet that have traversed your path. In the last few years, I’ve surprised myself with how many amazing friends I’ve made and the community I built here. Leaving now feels both strange and complete.
There are so many restaurants I haven’t tried yet, places I still haven’t been, and people I haven’t met but I’m reminding myself that the journey doesn’t stop here. I’m excited to experience a new place with new opportunities elsewhere.
Every New Year, I create a mantra to embody for the next 364 days. This year it was “Joy Comes Easy to Me.” It’s the best way I can sum up what this year has meant for me and how I’m choosing to close this chapter and begin another. I’m excited to share my updates with you as I travel, what I’m doing, and most importantly, what I’m eating. But in closing out my time in Boston, it’s only apropos that I share a list of a few places I love that I think you might love too.
Kassandra’s Best of Boston
Casual eats and rooftop vibes at Phillipe’s
Sushi at Uni
Cafe moments at Café Sauvage (BO)
Live jazz and drinks at Grace by Nia (BO)
The best margaritas at Lolita’s in Back Bay
The menu at Frenchie’s Wine Bistro - get an Espresso Martini
Handmade pasta and the whiskey sour with egg whites at Mida (BO)
Cocktails at Blossom Bar
Atmosphere and cocktails at Hue Boston (BO)
Date night vibes at Nathalié
Honorable Mentions
If you want to read more about my future adventures and food reviews, stay tuned for my posts. My next update will be from D.C. Leave a comment if there’s a spot I should check out while I’m there.
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