Rachel Leah Blumenthal

Food Editor

Rachel has been covering the Boston-area restaurant scene in various capacities since 2008, including nine years as editor of Eater Boston. A Massachusetts native, she currently resides in Medford with her husband, sons, cat, and too many (mostly dead) plants. When not writing about food, she's playing music or buying yet another cookbook she'll never use.

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Restaurants

The InterContinental’s Dining Revamp Puts an Italian Steakhouse on the Waterfront

Farewell to Miel and RumBa; hello to Matria and Bar Fellini, opening late this spring.

By Rachel Leah Blumenthal
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Restaurants

Acclaimed Chef Karen Akunowicz Brings Northern Italian Food to Logan Airport

Fox & Flight is now open in Terminal A with rigatoni Bolognese, Campari margaritas, and more.

By Rachel Leah Blumenthal
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Restaurants

Kenmore Square Seafood Restaurant Pescador Is Closing

One of three Boston spots from New York City’s Blue Ribbon Restaurants group, the Hotel Commonwealth location will close on March 11.

By Rachel Leah Blumenthal
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Restaurants

XOXO Sushi Bar Brings Japanese with a Twist to Chestnut Hill

Chef Kegan Stritchko, an Uni alum, blends Edomae-style sushi traditions with a modern spin.

By Rachel Leah Blumenthal
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Restaurants

Award-Winning Pop-Up Mimi’s Chūka Diner Finds a Somerville Home

Showcasing a blend of Japanese-style Chinese food and American diner influences, Mimi’s will open in the former Tasting Counter space at Aeronaut Brewing later this year.

By Rachel Leah Blumenthal
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Restaurants

Where to Eat in Greater Boston in March 2024

New and exciting restaurants to check out, plus new reasons to visit older spots.

By Rachel Leah Blumenthal
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Restaurants

Michael Schlow’s New Project Is a Soon-to-Open Seafood Restaurant

The restaurateur is chef-partner of Seamark Seafood & Cocktails, opening this spring at Encore Boston Harbor—and yes, he’s bringing back his famous Radius burger.

By Rachel Leah Blumenthal
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Restaurants

Baleia Brings Seafood-Filled Portuguese Cuisine to the South End

Coda Restaurant Group—the team behind SRV, Gufo, and the Salty Pig—opens a madeira-soaked date-night spot in March.

By Rachel Leah Blumenthal
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Restaurants

The Ultimate Guide to Winter Dining in Boston

Comfort food, cozy restaurants with fireplaces, and more.

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Restaurants

In Quincy, Lê Madeline Serves Destination-Worthy Modern Vietnamese

The revamp of 10-year-old Pho Linh showcases Vietnamese cuisine and cocktails with a twist.

By Rachel Leah Blumenthal
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Restaurants

Yume Ga Arukara Brings Its Supreme Udon to the Seaport

The Cambridge hit expands across the river in February, and the shiny new location will boast a larger menu and other enhancements.

By Rachel Leah Blumenthal
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Restaurants

Chris Coombs Will Open Four Restaurants at a Giant Pickleball Venue in Natick

The Boston chef—known for Deuxave, Boston Chops and Dbar—is partnering with former tennis pro D.J. Bosse to open Bosse in fall 2024.

By Rachel Leah Blumenthal
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Restaurants

Where to Find Great Late-Night Food around Boston

Don’t sleep on these places to eat well after midnight.

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Where to Find the Best Dominican Food in Greater Boston

From chimis in Jamaica Plain to empanadas in East Boston, here’s where to go for Dominican dishes that pack a flavorful punch.

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Restaurants

Where to Eat in Greater Boston in February 2024

New and exciting restaurants to check out, plus new reasons to visit older spots.

By Rachel Leah Blumenthal