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Mix love and luxury at the Seaport this Valentine’s Day
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Sparking rosé, a couples massage, and dinner at Coquette? Yes, please. | Photo by @browbabema
Celebrating a special occasion or simply craving a romantic retreat?

Boston is a “rise and grind” city — but every so often, it’s nice to rise...and relax.

Treat your partner to a couple’s staycation this Valentine’s Day at Boston’s Seaport District and experience the ultimate urban oasis.

The Love And Luxury: Seaport Romance package includes:
  • A sparkling welcome: A chilled bottle of rosé sets the mood in your spacious harbor-view guestroom accompanied by artisanal chocolates.
  • The chance to relax: Unwind together with a 10% discount at Breve Spa. We suggest a couples massage getting pampered into pure bliss.
  • Late checkout: Linger a little longer and soak up the romance with a late checkout at 1 p.m.
Along with luxe accommodations, enjoy a concierge pre-call to assist with any special romantic requests.

During your stay, we recommend savoring a delectable dinner for two at Coquette, the hotel’s signature restaurant, overlooking the twinkling city lights and continuing the culinary journey with breakfast in bed. Waking up to a delightful in-room breakfast, served right to your door for a morning of cozy indulgence? Yes, please.
Sealed with a stay at the Seaport
Asked

What’s your favorite way to celebrate Valentine’s Day?
A. A romantic dinner + a movie
B. A local staycation
C. A local bar crawl with the girls
D. An arrangement-making class with your s/o
Reignite romance this year
 
Events
Wednesday, Jan. 24
  • Mick Jenkins “Thank You for Waiting Tour” | Wednesday, Jan. 24 | 7 p.m. | Paradise Rock Club, 967 Commonwealth Ave., Boston | $31 | Hear the Chicago rapper’s newest album “The Patience” in person.
  • Trivia Night | Wednesday, Jan. 24 | 6:15 p.m. | Cambridge Public Library — O’Neill Branch, 70 Rindge St., Cambridge | Free | Make some noise in the library as you test your knowledge of science, history, literature, and culture.
Thursday, Jan. 25
  • Comedy Night | Thursday, Jan. 25 | 5-6 p.m. | Boston Public Market, 100 Hanover St., Boston | $10 | Grab a bite during an hour of stand-up from local comedian AJ Hapenny.
  • ArtsThursdays | Thursday, Jan. 25 | 5-9 p.m. | Harvard Museum of Natural History, 26 Oxford St., Cambridge | Free | Indulge in a free chocolate tasting as you roam the halls at one of Harvard’s esteemed museums.
Friday, Jan. 26
  • Anibal Cruz | Friday, Jan. 26 | 3-4:30 p.m. | Boston Athenaeum, 10-1/2 Beacon St., Boston | $0-$10 | The Cuban pianist, composer, arranger, and bandleader visits the library for the new BA Lounge Series.
Saturday, Jan. 27
  • Pat McGann | Saturday, Jan. 27 | 7 p.m. | Wilbur Theatre, 246 Tremont St., Boston | $26-$36 | Catch the Chicago comedian after his sets on “The Late Show with David Letterman” and “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.”
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News Notes
Award
  • The City of Boston has received the Bloomberg Philanthropies’ What Works Cities Certification at the Gold Level for establishing “exceptional data capabilities” (think: setting worker guidelines for using generative AI). Only 74 cities have achieved this certification.
Open
  • A new restaurant called Chicken & Co. is wingin’ it at 2261 Massachusetts Ave. in Cambridge. Look for crispy chicken skin, curry puffs, mango sticky rice, and a variety of Thai food and chicken noodle + rice dishes on the menu. (Boston Restaurant Talk)
Active
  • Registration for Summer Sports Centers opens next Thursday, Feb. 1 for Boston residents. Kids ages 7-14 can sign up for free instruction in popular sports at locations like White Stadium, Almont Park in Mattapan, and East Boston Memorial Stadium.
Concert
  • Just in time for the 30th anniversary of “Under the Table and Dreaming,” Dave Matthews Band is headed to the Xfinity Center on Friday, July 12. Tickets go on sale Friday, Feb. 16 at 10 a.m.
Sports
  • Tom Brady’s back for the Super Bowl — kind of. A new BetMGM commercial starring the former Patriots quarterback, Vince Vaughn, and Wayne Gretzky will air during the big game on Sunday, Feb. 11. Eager fans can see a teaser shared to Brady’s X account. (Boston Globe)
Number
  • 8. That’s how many new landmarks the Boston Office of Historic Preservation designated in 2023. First Church in Roxbury, Tremont Temple, the Parker House, and the Hotel Buckminster are among the sites that were selected.
Announced
  • Get ready to “Set It Off” with rapper Offset at his 2024 tour, which rolls up to the House of Blues on Friday, March 15. Tickets go on sale to the general public this Friday, Jan. 26.
Ranked
  • No. 90. That’s where Yelp ranked Boston’s Union Park Pizza on a 2024 list of the “Top Places to Eat in the US.” The Newbury Street Pizzeria is the only restaurant from Massachusetts to appear on the list.
Plan Ahead
  • You’re gonna be salty if you miss this — Saltie Girl is serving a four-course prix fixe dinner next Thursday, Feb. 1. The $120 seafood feast features Oyster Royale, pounded marinated tuna, pan-roasted Dover sole, and salmon en croute. Reserve your table for a 6 p.m. or 8 p.m. seating.
Job
  • We’re hiring a City Editor to plan, write, edit, and publish the most relevant and engaging daily content about Boston. This person is passionate about storytelling, news, and the city we call home. See details + apply.
Eat

🐕‍🦺 Bring on the bark-becue

Big Pig Barbecue makes tails wag at Park-9
A golden Labrador Retriever sits atop a wooden picnic table next to a brown cocktail and a metal tray containing brisket, cornbread, and smoked meats.
Grab a tray of Southern smoked meats to enjoy in Park-9’s on-leash seating areas. | Photo by Reagan Byrne
It just got easier to pretend it’s still summer at Park-9 Dog Bar. The year-round indoor dog park + bar in Everett has announced a residency with Big Pig Barbecue, who’s setting up shop at Park-9 for the next three months.

The North Shore food truck will park outside the 10,000-sqft business to serve Southern-style smash burgers, nachos, prime brisket, pulled pork + chicken, collard greens, mac ’n’ cheese, and loaded fries. Menu items designed specifically for pups are also in the works.

Hours for the pop-up are from 5 to 9 p.m. Wednesday through Friday, and 12 to 9 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. Break out your boots for Park-9’s special Country Fest Weekend this Saturday, Jan. 27 + Sunday, Jan. 28, which lassos live country music, mechanical bull rides, and specialty cocktails.
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Today’s edition by:
Victoria
From the editor
The current Noah Kahan craze has apparently reached local nurseries. According to new data from Boston 311, Noah was the city’s second most popular name for baby boys in 2023. Other names that topped last year’s list include Liam, Henry, Olivia, Emma, and Sophia. Now all we need is a lullaby version of “Stick Season.”
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