The work of some of the biggest names in dance history is on display when Boston Ballet brings its season-ending repertory production, Thrill of Contact (refer to listing, page 17), to the stage

 The latest piece of the growing restaurant empire of Boston restaurateur Nick Varano, Strip by Strega (64 Arlington St., 617-456-5300, stripbystregaboston.com) recently debuted at the Back Bayâ€

  An offshoot of popular all-you-can-eat stir-fry specialist Fire + Ice, the new downstairs eatery and bar Underfire (205 Berkeley St., 617-482-3473) brings to Boston a new take on do-it-you

 Celebrity chefs don’t come much bigger than the internationally renowned, New York-based Mario Batali, so when he opened his first Boston establishment, Babbo Pizzeria e Enoteca (11 Fan Pier B

 Faneuil Hall Marketplace-- The historic Hub destination consisting of Faneuil Hall, Quincy Market and the North and South Markets—has long been known as a place brimming with activity. Between

With a 385-year history, Boston has produced its share of memorable landmarks and institutions. Here are some of its most famous. Faneuil Hall MarketplaceConsisting of Quincy Market (pictured), t

 In addition to being America’s first public botanical garden, Boston Public Garden also hosts two of the Hub’s most beloved spring traditions. First, the Return of the Swans on May 7 beginni

Photo: James RoseThere is no shortage of seafood in Boston, yet when it comes to truly fresh oysters, clams and the like, more is always welcome. Enter Select Oyster Bar (50 Gloucester St., 857-239-80