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November 21–December 4, 2016 THE OFFICIAL GUIDE TO BOSTON Volume 66 • No. 14 contents Feature PANO’s 8 Holiday Gift Guide Where to find Boston’s most unique gifts this holiday season Departments 5 A Peek at the Past 6 The Jewelers Exchange Building 6 Hubbub Make Way for Ducklings gets its due at the Museum of Fine Arts, Area Four expands to the South End and CraftBoston Holiday dazzles at the Hynes Convention Center 10 Boston’s Official Guide 10 Multilingual 15 Current Events 22 On Exhibit 25 Shopping 29 Cambridge 8 32 Maps 38 Neighborhoods 42 Sightseeing 47 Beyond Boston 49 Freedom Trail 51 Dining 62 62 Boston Accent Pabu Boston executive chef Ben Steigers ON THE COVER: Macy’s holiday display at its Downtown Crossing location. PHOTOS (TOP TO BOTTOM): ROBERT McCLOSKEY, DRAWING FOR MAKE WAY FOR DUCKLINGS, 1941; COURTESY OF ZOO NEW ENGLAND; PABU BOSTON’S BEN STEIGERS BY KEVIN McCULLOUGH BOSTONGUIDE.COM 3 THE OFFICIAL GUIDE TO BOSTON bostonguide.com November 21–December 4, 2016 Volume 66 • Number 14 Tim Montgomery • Publisher Scott Roberto • Art Director/Acting Editor Laura Jarvis • Assistant Art Director Andrea Renaud • Senior Account Executive Olivia J. Kiers • Editorial Assistant 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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BRUNCH / LUNCH a magazine affiliate COCKTAILS / DINNER FOLLOW US! 52ND FLOOR OF PRUDENTIAL TOWER Facebook.com/PanoramaBoston TOPOFTHEHUB.NET Twitter.com/PanoramaBoston CALL: (617) 536-1775 Instagram.com/PanoramaBoston Pinterest.com/PanoramaBoston 4 PANORAMA A PEEK AT THE PAST Taking the Mystery Out of Boston History JEWELERS EXCHANGE BUILDING TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 2016 #GivingTuesday is a global day of celebration that is all about giving to nonprofits. On Tuesday, November 29, St. Anthony Shrine will be participating in #GivingTuesday, this 24- oston’s Downtown Crossing area has long been hour celebration of giving! Ba shopper’s paradise, chock full of both giant de- partment stores and local specialty shops selling ev- Spread the word and invite erything from books, pens and cameras to antiques, flowers and gourmet cupcakes. One unique shopping friends, family and business destination, however, stands out even amongst all the retail hustle and bustle: The historic Jewelers networks to celebrate and Exchange Building at 333 Washington Street. A short-lived hotel when it made its debut in make online or in person 1922, this eight-story, Art Deco-accented edifice is gifts to the Shrine. home to dozens of jewelry dealers, who have lined the hallways of the upper floors since the 1940s. Generations of visitors and Bostonians alike have used the resources of the experts there to do small things, like getting their watches repaired, as well as to make large purchases like engagement rings— sometimes passing down the tradition just as some of the purveyors have passed down their businesses to their children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. 100 Arch Street, Boston Many of the businesses have owned their stalls for decades, which has contributed to the Jewelers 617-542-6440 • stanthonyshrine.org Exchange’s amazing longevity. Today, the structure boasts more than 150 retail- Follow us @ShrineBoston ers, wholesalers and craftspersons, selling everything from pearls, diamonds and other precious gems to watches, gold, silver and even engraving services. Anyone looking to give a little (or a lot of) bling to anyone on their “nice” list need look no further than this beloved local institution. —Scott Roberto ABOVE PHOTO: SCOTT ROBERTO BOSTONGUIDE.COM 5 MAKE WAY FOR McCLOSKEY One of the most beloved American children’s books of all time gets its due with the new exhibit Make Way for Ducklings: The Art of Robert McCloskey at the Museum of Fine Arts (refer to listing, page 23) beginning November 25. A celebration of the 75th anniversary of the 1941 Boston-set classic, the show also celebrates the entire career of the award-winning, Boston-trained author and illustrator with more than 50 drawings from the title story as well as other favorites like the Maine-centered Blueberries for Sal (1948), and even features paintings McCloskey created in addition to his more well-known works. TWO BY FOUR Area Four has been dishing out acclaimed wood-fired, scratch-made pizzas in Cambridge’s Kendall Square since 2011. Now folks on the Boston side of the Charles River can enjoy delectable pies topped with house-made mozzarella—as well as an expanded menu of flame-cooked meat, seafood and veggie options, along with a bar serving eclectic craft cocktails, wine by the glass and local beer—at its new South End branch (264 East Berkeley St., 857-317-4805, areafour.com). As if the food wasn’t enough, artsy types should appreciate the colorful decor, highlighted by an art installation near the bar featuring a dozen vintage black and white televisions. WHAT BOSTON’S BUZZING ABOUT ONE-STOP SHOPPING 11.21.16 From December 2–4, CraftBoston Holiday (refer to listing, page 19) once again sets up shop at the Hynes Convention Center in the Back Bay, offering eager patrons the chance to marvel at the latest creations from some of the top craftspersons from across the nation. Items from ceramic and wood vases, handcrafted jewelry and even clothing are on display and ready to purchase for your holiday shopping needs. Partygoers can get in on the action as well with the preview shindig Holidays & Highballs, which takes place December 1 from 6–9 p.m. and features handmade tumblers for all ticket buyers, as well as retro cocktails and classic tunes. The $100 entry fee benefits the show’s organizer, the Society of Arts and Crafts, which is the nation’s oldest non-profit crafts organization. —Scott Roberto TOP: ROBERT McCLOSKEY, DRAWING FOR MAKE WAY FOR DUCKLINGS, 1941; 6 PANORAMA HUBBUB MIDDLE PHOTO: MELISSA OSTROW; BOTTOM: WOOD VASES BY PHIL GAUTREAU HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE THE HOLIDAY SEASON IS LOOMING LARGE, AND THAT MEANS A LOT MORE THAN increased Santa Claus sightings and the proliferation of twinkling lights. It’s time to get your gift list in order, and Panorama is here to help. Our advice? Bring home a piece of Boston with one of these unique items. Duo Complice Collection These sterling silver, cotton and plaited leather bracelets are available in colors ranging from blue jean (pictured) to anthracite grey. $210 & 275. A Boston Pops Christmas: Live from Symphony Hall Christofle Paris, 296 Bring home a beloved holiday tradition courtesy of Boylston St., 617-542-2080, the Boston Pops Orchestra. $17.95. christofle.com 617-266-1492, bso.org Birch Tree Pillow Head to Boston’s Large Journal Cover prime retail Pick up a handsomely boulevard to procure embossed, versatile carrier this screen-printed for your notebook or tablet throw pillow by at this hip, Detroit-based HeathandHarrow retailer specializing in retro- at the fourth style, U.S.-made products, annual holiday pop- which recently opened its up shop dedicated first New England store in to local, handmade the Back Bay. $225. goods. $38. Shinola, Prudential Center, Newbury Handmade Market, 301 Newbury St., 800 Boylston St., 617-262- newburyhandmademarket.com 3400, shinola.com Zoodopts Give a gift that gives back. Each Zoodopt helps to pay for the care of a critter at the Franklin Park and Ceramic Succulent Pots Stone zoos. A plush toy (bald eagle, gorilla, flamingo, Any plant-lover will appreciate these original pieces by lion, tiger, wolf and more are available) and certificate artist Elizabeth Benotti. Starting at $24 (tiny square). come with each donation. $50 & 250. Society of Arts and Crafts, 100 Pier 4 Boulevard, 617-989-2076, zoonewengland.org Suite 200, 617-266-1810, societyofcrafts.org 8 PANORAMA HOLIDAY Artist Bicycle Print Bicycle enthusiasts will enjoy an un- framed print of I Still Love You by Ibrahim Faberge Jewelry Gemstone and Diamond Ring GIFT GUIDE Ali-Salaam. $300. Splurge on a Treillage collection wide band in 18-karat Okw (o-koo) Fine rose gold matte finish with multi-color gemstones, Clothing and Gal- including pink and blue sapphires, rubies, diamonds, lery, 631 Tremont tsavorite garnets, fire opals and amethysts. $4,400. St., 617-266-4114, Lux Bond & Green, 416 Boylston St., 617-266-4747, okwfashion.com lbgreen.com Lucchese Cowboy Boots Mosey over to Beacon Hill for these beautiful handmade Lucchese cowboy boots from Texas in calfskin or crocodile. Calfskin (pictured left): $749; crocodile (right): $699. Sunburst Earrings Helen’s Leather, Brighten up someone’s holiday with these dazzling 110 Charles St., 14-karat accessories. $504. 617-742-2077, John Lewis.