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The blogger behind Travel Eat Love, I am a marketing communications professional by day and a lover of all things food, travel, and wine related the rest of the time. I am looking to combine my love of writing and social media with all of my other passions to share great reviews, recipes, and experiences with you!

Super Hunger Brunch

I don’t ever need an excuse to go out for brunch; its leisurely pace, yummy breakfast/lunch combo dishes, and of course, cocktails, make it my favorite meal of the week.

Super Hunger Brunch, however, makes going out to brunch in Boston a million times more meaningful. Hunger is an ongoing problem in our city and our Commonwealth, and by simply going to brunch during this special event, you and your friends and family can contribute to something that provides solid solutions to this problem.

On January 27 and 28, 2018, local restaurants (listed out below) will offer special Super Hunger Brunch menus or dishes, donating 100% of proceeds to The Greater Boston Food Bank. This is the 36th annual Super Hunger Brunch, and it promises to be fantastic. You can plan ahead and buy gift certificates here.

Be sure to also make a reservation at your restaurant of choice, as a gift certificate does not equal a reservation.

Where are you brunching for Super Hunger Brunch?

Saturday

Alta Strada
92 Central St, Wellesley
781-237-6100
$35
Menu

Bambara
25 Edwin H Land Blvd, Cambridge
617-868-4444
$25
Menu

Blunch
59 E Springfield St, Boston
617-247-8100
$25
Menu

Brownstone
111 Dartmouth Street, Boston
617-867-4142
$25
Menu

Clerys
113 Dartmouth Street, Boston
617-262-9874
$25
Menu

Dillon’s
955 Boylston Street, Boston
617-421-1818
$25
Menu

Deep Ellum
477 Cambridge St, Allston
617-787-2337
**

Flour Bakery & Cafe
All Locations
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Foundry on Elm
255 Elm St, Somerville
617-628-9999
$25

Granary Tavern
170 Milk Street, Boston
617-449-7110
$25
Menu

Michael’s Harborside
1 Tournament Wharf, Newburyport
978-462-7785
$25
Menu

The Sinclair
52 Church St, Cambridge
617-547-5200
$25
Menu

The Living Room
101 Atlantic Ave, Boston
617-723-5101
$25

Sunday

80 Thoreau
80 Thoreau St, Concord
978-318-0008
$50

Bambara
25 Edwin H Land Blvd, Cambridge
617-868-4444
$25
Menu

Cambridge Brewing Co.
1 Kendall Square, Cambridge
617-494-1994
$25
Menu

Catalyst
300 Technology Square, Cambridge
617-576-3000
$50
Menu

Ceia
38 State St, Newburyport
978-358-8112
$25
Menu

Clerys
113 Dartmouth Street, Boston
617-262-9874
$25
Menu

Cultivar
1 Court St, Boston
617-979-8203
$35
Menu

Deep Ellum
477 Cambridge St, Allston
617-787-2337
**

Dillon’s
955 Boylston Street, Boston
617-421-1818
$25
Menu

Flour Bakery & Cafe
All Locations
All Locations
*
Menu

La Morra
48 Boylston St, Brookline Village
617-739-0007
$35

Les Sablons
2 Bennett St, Cambridge
617-268-6800
$35

North 26 Restaurant & Bar
26 North St, Boston
617-557-3640
$25
Menu

Oak & Rowan
321 A St, Boston
857-284-7742
$35
Menu

River Bar
661 Assembly Row, Somerville
617-616-5561
$35

Summer Shack
149 Alewife Brook Pkwy, Cambridge
617-520-9500
$25

The Living Room
101 Atlantic Ave, Boston
617-723-5101
$25

Tosca
14 North Street, Hingham
781-740-0080
$35

Townsman
120 Kingston St, Boston
617-993-0750
$25

Tags: Boston, brunch, events

Winter blues doesn’t even begin to describe how I have been feeling lately. Brutal stretches of cold, plus short days and a flu/cold that lasted most of December made me stir crazy, literally pacing my house all night long and wanting to get away.

Normally we try to save getaways for later in the winter, when we just can’t take it, but this year, the second weekend of January seemed the perfect time for a change of scenery and a visit to Wentworth by the Sea just outside of Portsmouth, New Hampshire.

We knew we wanted to spend all of our time cozying up at the hotel, but first I needed a buttered lobster roll, and Row 34 Portsmouth was the obvious choice. One perfect warm lobster roll later, we we made the short drive to Wentworth to check in to our room and to check out from everyday life.

Row 34 lobster roll

Wentworth by the Sea is absolutely grand, standing proudly atop a hill by the sea since 1874. It feels like an elegant step back in time, where life was a bit slower. We embraced that feeling on our visit!

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We were so excited to check out our room, which was a perfectly cozy, super sunny corner room with water views.

Wentworth by the Sea

My insomnia has worsened lately, and two queen beds made the most sense so that at least one of us would get some sleep. These beds were so comfy that I actually ended up sleeping!

Wentworth by the Sea

Wentworth by the Sea

Our views and the cold outside made it so that we barely wanted to leave our room the entire time. A hot bath and watching the tide come in and out made for the perfect way to spend the late afternoon.

Wentworth by the Sea

I am obsessed with sunsets and evening light, and I basically stared out the window until the last drop of sun dipped into the sea.

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Then it was dinnertime! The resort was full for the long weekend, so we had to make reservations, something we don’t always do. It felt fun to get dressed up and have a set time for dinner. We usually eat at the bar, but this time we had a big table and booth just for the two of us.

We started by splitting the salad special, a delectable mix of butternut squash, kale, beets, and goat cheese. I loved that everything on the menu was very seasonal; lots of root veggies and hearty flavors!

Salt Restaurant

Since we tend to split everything, we went with two very different entrees, the beef tenderloin special and the incredibly rich and decadent short rib ravioli.

Salt Restaurant

The tenderloin was perfectly cooked and delicious, but the incredible sides stole the show. I love parsnips and Brussels sprouts!

Salt Restaurant

The short rib ravioli came with a carrot Bolognese, which was yummy and a super creative use of seasonal vegetables. The short rib filling in the pasta was divine.

Salt Restaurant

We saved a bit of room for dessert and shared our server’s recommendation, the Hot Chocolate Mousse Cake, which had a layer of Mexican hot chocolate flourless cake, along with flan ice cream. Delish! The food at Wentworth, including the breakfast buffet in the package we opted for, completely blew us away with its quality and creativity. Service was hit-or-miss – our servers at dinner and breakfast were fabulous, but the restaurant host stand and lounge definitely left us scratching our heads. The lack of interest in those areas was not fitting of such a grand luxury property.

coastal New England

I indulged in a great massage on our last day, and my massage therapist was fantastic. However, the spa experience itself was a bit underwhelming. The relaxation/tea room was up against the main door of the spa, and it felt like Grand Central Station as I was sitting and trying to read a magazine. Other patrons were loud and had their phones out, texting away, beeps and music coming out of their devices, which I thought was SUPER rude. I am an iPhone addict, but even I was able to leave it in my locker for two hours. I think I’ve come to really appreciate some of the discount massage outlets like Elements and Hand and Stone, for a great massage at a fraction of the cost.

Portsmouth is a great town to explore year-round, so if you’re visiting Wentworth by the Sea, you’ll have plenty to do if you decide to peel yourself away from its coziness.

Tags: New England, Travel, travel blog

I love hotels. There is just something super special about checking in, turning the doorknob for the first time, and exploring a new, temporary home-away-from-home.

Prior to our stay at Royal Sonesta New Orleans, I’d heard SO many amazing things about the hotel, and I was positively buzzing with excitement as we arrived and took it all in. The hotel was ready for the holidays, and it was simply gorgeous, halls decked for the season. Read my post on the Lighting of the Balconies for photos. 

Every aspect of our (hosted) stay at Royal Sonesta New Orleans lived up to our expectations and beyond, from our extremely comfortable room, to our lush courtyard views, to the incredible food and hospitality. I love this hotel!

Where to stay in New Orleans

Having a room overlooking the courtyard meant that we heard just about no noise. We could have been miles from Bourbon Street, even though it was just on the other side of the building. We heard some noise in our hallway one of the nights; unfortunately that can happen in any hotel. You can’t control other peoples’ behavior!

Royal Sonesta New Orleans

The courtyard and pool were probably my favorite hotel features because the whole space just felt like a big sigh. . ahhhhh. The vibe was so relaxing, and if I had more time, I could have spent hours reading and relaxing out there.

Royal Sonesta New Orleans

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R Club Concierge Guest Rooms offer R Club Lounge privileges, which include some great views of the city, as well as complimentary breakfast, snacks, a happy hour and more.

Royal Sonesta New Orleans

It was often hard to tear myself away from the beautiful outdoor areas, but the grand indoor spaces of Royal Sonesta New Orleans are too impressive to miss. The lobby will make you stop in your tracks in the best way. If you visit, take time to enjoy every beautiful turn and corner. I did this every time when we were coming and going, and I noticed new, beautiful detail each time.

In addition to the beauty and comfort of the hotel, the location was really key to making the most of our three days in New Orleans. We were able to walk just about everywhere, only taking an Uber when we were in a rush or super tired, as I was on our last night. Otherwise, exploring the city on foot was the perfect way to go. I want to go back right now!

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Our stay was hosted by Royal Sonesta New Orleans. Be sure to visit the Sonesta Hotels blog for posts on New Orleans and other great destinations.

More blog posts from our stay in New Orleans:

http://traveleatlove.me/2017/12/restaurant-revolution-new-orleans/

http://traveleatlove.me/2017/12/caf-amelieone-of-our-new-orleans-favorites/

http://traveleatlove.me/2018/01/brunch-at-brennans-new-orleans/

http://traveleatlove.me/2017/12/brass-a-holics-at-the-jazz-playhouse-new-orleans-more-nola-food/

Tags: hotels, New Orleans, Travel, travel blog, travel blogging

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