November 5–December 2, 2018 THE OFFICIAL GUIDE TO BOSTON PANORAMAEVENTS | SIGHTS | SHOPPING | MAPS | DINING | NIGHTLIFE | CULTURE SAMUEL ADAMS Take a Look Behind the Scenes at Boston’s Iconic Craft Brewery + 3 BUZZWORTHY NEW RESTAURANTS 10 PERFECT DAY TRIPS bostonguide.com November 2018 THE OFFICIAL GUIDE TO BOSTON Volume 68 • No. 13 contents Feature PANO’s Guide 8 to Road Trip Excursions Trek to these exciting events and attractions within about two hours of the Hub Departments 7 5 A Peek at the Past Jamaica Plain 6 Hubbub Samuel Adams Brewery specialty tours, William Forsythe at the Institute of Contemporary Art and three hot new restaurants 10 Boston’s Official Guide 10 Multilingual 15 Current Events 21 On Exhibit 25 Shopping 29 Cambridge 32 Maps 8 38 Neighborhoods 42 Sightseeing 46 Beyond Boston 49 Freedom Trail 51 Dining 62 Boston Accent Samuel Adams Brewery Manager Jennifer Glanville ON THE COVER: Samuel Adams Brewery (refer to stories, pages 6 & 62). Photo: Andrew Swaine. 15 PHOTOS (TOP TO BOTTOM): BETTER SORTS SOCIAL CLUB BY CAITLIN CUNNINGHAM; COURTESY OF PLIMOTH PLANTATION; COURTESY OF BOCH CENTER BOSTONGUIDE.COM 3 THE OFFICIAL GUIDE TO BOSTON bostonguide.com November 2018 Volume 68 • Number 13 Tim Montgomery • Publisher Scott Roberto • Art Director/Acting Editor Laura Jarvis • Associate Art Director Annie Farrell • Senior Account Executive Tim Montgomery • President & CEO Tyler J. Montgomery • Vice President, Operations Rita A. Fucillo • Vice President, Publishing Jacolyn Ann Firestone • Vice President, Advertising Melissa J. O’Reilly • Business Manager Lenard B. Zide, Butters Brazilian LLP • Corporate Counsel PANORAMA is published bi-weekly by New Venture Media Group LLC. Editorial and advertising offices at 560 Harrison Ave., Suite 412, Boston, MA 02118. Telephone (617) 423-3400. Printed in the U.S.A. All rights reserved. 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Facebook.com/PanoramaBoston ND FLOOR OF PRUDENTIAL TOWER Twitter.com/PanoramaBoston Instagram.com/PanoramaBoston TOPOFTHEHUB.NET CALL: Pinterest.com/PanoramaBoston 4 PANORAMA A PEEK AT THE PAST Taking the Mystery Out of Boston History JAMAICA PLAIN efore the Boston neighborhood of Jamaica Around this time is when the beer brewing his- BPlain—once itself a section of nearby Rox- tory of the area began to take root thanks to the bury—was incorporated into the Hub in 1874, it aforementioned German immigrants—as well as had mostly been known as host to farms, “coun- transplants from Ireland—and Stony Brook, a fresh try” mansions owned by wealthy Bostonians and source of water running through the area. Haffen- the bucolic, picturesque Jamaica Pond. Partly due reffer was one of the largest and most well-known to German immigration in the late 19th century, breweries to come out of this era, although most however, it could be said that this hip locale just a were devastated by Prohibition and the Great few subway stops south of downtown is truly the Depression in the early 20th century. Key parts of place that beer built. Frederick Law Olmsted’s Emerald Necklace park Known as “JP” to locals, Jamaica Plain was system were also established, including Arnold part of Roxbury when that town was founded in Arboretum, Franklin Park and Jamaica Pond. 1630. Variants of its name were first applied to the Haffenreffer was the last of the pre-Prohibition vicinity in the late 17th century, although its exact Boston beer makers to close when it departed in origins are unknown. In 1851, driven by wealthy 1964. That legacy was resurrected, though, when estate owners, Jamaica Plain seceded from Rox- entrepreneur Jim Koch moved his Boston Beer bury—although as part of the area known as West Company, makers of the now-iconic Samuel Adams Roxbury—in order to avoid taxes from increasing line of beers, into the old Haffenreffer facility in urbanization. Just over 20 years later, growth 1988 (refer to listing, page 45). That and continued spurred by rail and streetcar access ironically led revitalization due to new immigration, a diverse to the approval of annexation to Boston in order to restaurant scene and an artsy vibe have cemented take advantage of services, like sewer connections JP as a place where both families and young pro- and street grading, that the city could provide. fessionals are proud to call home. —Scott Roberto PHOTO: JAMAICA POND, 1894/COURTESY OF BOSTON PUBLIC LIBRARY BOSTONGUIDE.COM 5 BARRELS OF FUN A barrel of monkeys is, no doubt, very entertaining, yet for many adults, a barrel of expertly crafted ale is even better. That’s why, in addition to the regular tour at Samuel Adams Brewery (refer to listing, page 45), there are other opportunities for aficionados to take a peek behind the scenes at this beloved Boston institution. Four days a week, the Beyond the Brewhouse Experience offers a look at the facility’s Barrel Room along with an exclusive tasting, while on Fridays and Saturdays the Bier Keller Barrel Aged Experience (pictured) gives visitors the chance to sample more wood-aged goodness in another barrel-bedecked sanctuary along with some local cheese. While you’re there, be sure to take home a souvenir— liquid or otherwise—at the gift shop or tap room, which pours “crowlers” (32 ounce aluminum cans) of some exclusive, brewery-only styles. WHAT BOSTON’S BUZZING ABOUT MOVEMENT AT THE MUSEUM William Forsythe has been a renowned name in 11.2018 the world of ballet for more than four decades. Visitors to the Institute of Contemporary Art (refer to listing, page 21), however, get to see a different side of the choreographer at the new exhibit William Forsythe: Choreographic Objects, which explores his work in the world of visual art. Since the 1990s, the New York- bred Vermont resident—who is currently in the midst of a five-year collaboration with Boston Ballet—has been creating installations, video projections and kinetic sculptures that deal with performance, encouraging viewers to interact with art in ways that create a truly (dare I say it?) moving museum experience. BOTTOM: WILLIAM FORSYTHE, ALIGNIGUNG (VIDEO STILL), 2017/ 6 PANORAMA HUBBUB COURTESY THE ARTIST AND GAGOSIAN, NEW YORK SKATING INTO THE SEASON One of the most welcome harbingers of winter in Boston is the seasonal re-opening of the Frog Pond Ice Skating Rink (refer to listing, page 42) at Boston Common. Beginning in mid-to-late November, this family- friendly attraction at America’s oldest public park welcomes gliders of all levels for a low admission price—or even for free if your little one is under 58 inches tall. Skate rentals are also available, while the Frog Pond Café tempts skaters and non-skaters alike with warming treats. If you’re more inclined to sit back and watch the experts spin about the sheet, then check out the annual ice show put on by The Skating Club of Boston, which occurs November 29 from 5–6 p.m. And that’s only a warm-up: Boston Mayor Marty Walsh presides over the city’s official tree lighting nearby following the frozen festivities, after which skating resumes until 10 p.m. DYNAMIC DOWNTOWN DUO The expanding restaurant and entertainment scene in the Downtown Crossing area recently welcomed a pair of intriguing additions when both Versus (42 Province St., 617-482-1213, versusboston.com, pictured) and Better Sorts Social Club (Kimpton Nine Zero Hotel, 90 Tremont St., 617-772-5834, bettersortsboston.com) debuted in October. Decked out with Pop Art-inspired murals and packed with vintage arcade favorites, pinball machines, modern gaming consoles and classic analog games like Jenga, Versus gives new meaning to the term “dinner and a show.” Better Sorts, meanwhile, tempts with a bar program helmed by craft cocktail maven Naomi Levy and a menu of seasonal bar bites and shareable plates, all served in a sleek, sophisticated setting. Whether you’re looking to get your game or your cocktail on, Downtown Crossing has you covered this fall. WINING AND DINING ON THE WHARF The sports bar-saturated scene around the TD Garden just got a little more sophisticated with the recent opening of Alcove (50 Lovejoy Wharf, 617-248-0050, alcoveboston.com), a new venture from local restaurant veteran Tom Schlesinger-Guidelli. Located at the historic Lovejoy Wharf complex adjacent to the world headquarters of renowned sneaker maker Converse, Alcove melds fresh, local ingredients with Mediterranean flair to create a sustainable yet sumptuous menu of creative takes on New England favorites, all available in various sizes for either sampling solo or sharing with friends. The bar is just as enticing, highlighted by wine from smaller producers, local beers and playful cocktails sure to rev up any pre- or post-game celebration. —Scott Roberto MIDDLE PHOTO: CAITLIN CUNNINGHAM; BOTTOM PHOTO: EMILY KAN BOSTONGUIDE.COM 7 PANORAMA’s GUIDE TO DAY TRIP EXCURSIONS Trek to these exciting events and attractions, all within about two hours of the Hub BY SCOTT ROBERTO Plimoth Plantation Now is the perfect time to visit the site where Thanksgiving be- gan. A re-creation of the village where English settlers first set up camp in 1620, this living history museum featuring period- costumed interpreters also hon- ors indigenous people with the Wampanoag Homesite, which offers insight into how they lived in the 17th century.