Our day took us from Virginia…
To New York! (Concrete jungle where dreams are made offffff)
To Boston!
Funny story: I was admiring a girl’s suitcase on the plane, and then paused while she put it in the overhead compartment. We had a moment as I waited for her to finish. When she got it back down after the flight, she said: “I read your blog!”
SO FUN when that happens! We ended up taking the T together into the city. So nice to meet you Caitlin!
We made our way to Larbs’s apartment – luckily she had a half day today so she was there to greet us!
After a meet n greet, we went out for a walk in search of some warm tea. It’s not that cold here – it’s just super duper windy!
FYI, Bostonians, we’re planning a meet up on Sunday night at 8pm at Espresso Royale at 44 Gainsborough Street. Come one, come all to chat.
I found some tea – a Vanila Rooibos Misto
We strolled down Newbury for a bit and stopped into the Boston Olive Oil Company where Larbs sends me holiday and birthday gifts! We just got pumpkin spice and black cherry vinegars for my birthday and I LOVE them! (FYI, you can ship them to you for $11 and they are $14 each – totally worth it in my opinion!)
My favorites were Coconut and Natural Butter Olive oil – SO GOOD!!
And we’re off to dinner!!
Amanda (Eating Up) says
I love Boston! It’s been awhile since I’ve been though, so I’m excited to read about your adventures!
Brittany (A Healthy Slice of Life) says
How fun to be recognized- especially in that cute coat you’re wearing 🙂
Have fun in the windy city!
Jessica @ How Sweet It Is says
I have coconut balsamic and it is the best thing EVER.
Courtney says
Wish I could go! Have to drop my sister-in-law off at the Providence airport though–Boo to missing the meet-up!
Allie (Live Laugh Eat) says
Blogebrity citing 🙂
Heather (Heather's Dish) says
rooibos is the best tea ever…i’m obsessed!
Sarena (The Non-Dairy Queen) says
I love that vanilla tea! So good! Have fun with your sister!
Stacy @ Every Little Thing says
Yum I’d love to try vinegars and oils! Will have to remember that place.
J3nn (Jenn's Menu and Lifestyle Blog) says
I want to visit an olive oil store. 🙂 We were just in Boston a few weeks ago on our way back from Vegas. Keep warm!!
Erin (Travel Eat Repeat) says
It’s FAH-REEZING here in DC — betting it’s even colder in Boston. I’m so ready for sweatpants, tea and a fireplace.
Kate (What Kate is Cooking) says
Boston looks so pretty!
Gabriella @ Embracement says
AH enjoy ERC, be sure to get a whole wheat everything with hummus for me.
Lauren says
That sounds like an awesome store. I wanna go!
Mary (What's Cookin' with Mary) says
Great ariel shot of NY!
Gabriela @ Une Vie Saine says
Coconut olive oil? That sounds absolutely HEAVENLY!! Enjoy Beantown!!
[email protected] says
Do you mean Sunday at 8pm?
We are in Boston this weekend too but heading home Sunday afternoon. Hope you have fun! Espresso Royale (at least the one on Newbury St) has really amazing bagels with tofu spread.
Kath says
Yes, sorry!!!
Jaclyn says
Love your coat Kath! Where did you get it?!
Kath says
Loehmanns
Katy (The Singing Runner) says
That’s so cool that you were recognized! If I were to see any of my favorite bloggers, I may freak out a little. 😉
Lauren says
Glad to hear you arrived safe and sound. Have fun tonight!
Amy says
Shots of vinegar and olive oil? Sounds delicious!
lynn (The Actors Diet) says
so funny about the girl and the suitcase! i get recognized a lot from acting stuff, but just recently have started being approached via the blog, which i think is MUCH more exciting!
Melissa @ I Never Imagined says
Hi from NYC! I didn’t know you’d be stopping over today 🙂 … however briefly! It must be so weird to be recognized by people- but it happens to you a lot now! Superstar!
Maddie says
Hey Kath! Just want to double check that it’s 8pm? I’ll be there either way, but I want to know if I have to set my alarm clock or not 🙂
Kath says
8pm!!!!!!! Just fixed it!
Simply Life says
Oooh thanks for the new tips of where to go in Boston!
Claire (Low Impact Fashionista) says
Ahh cooking with those vinegars/oils would be amazing! I want some now!
Amy at TheSceneFromMe says
I told ya you were more famous that you know!
Enjoy Beantown! That is where NKOTB was born, LOL!
kootz says
Come watch the Santa Speedo Run this Saturday on Boyleston street… I’ll be running in a bikini…for charity of course!!
Christin says
Kath, I live up in Boone and we have an oil/vinegar place like that here. It’s called Art of Oil – downtown on Howard’s Street. They have like 40 different flavored oils and vinegars and offer free tastings. Everything is delicious!!! You should check it out next time you’re in the mountains.
I don’t work for or own the company – I just like to spread the word about local businesses. 🙂
Christin
nm says
I’m an AppState grad!!! Go Mountaineers, beat Nova 🙂
Allie says
haha. i was on my way to the gym and i saw you all in the pru. i couldn’t place where i knew your face from and a few steps after i passed you i realized it was from ether-life! i can’t believe you don’t think it’s cold!!! ive lived here for years and am freeeeezing!!
Kath says
No way!!! that was us 🙂
[email protected] says
I <3 Boston.
Hannah says
What a great way to start your NY spree!
Emily says
Wooo welcome to my town! I love to see Boston through someone elses eyes and lens; so fun! Hope to make it to Espresso Royale Sunday night but if not have a great night!!
Kiran says
Boston isn’t cold?? Are you sure? 😉 It’s freezing in Florida girl 😀
Alicia says
Looks like you are having so much fun travelling! enjoy!
Katie (The Boston Marathoner) says
Hilarious! Your afternoon was spent right in my stomping grounds – I agree with Emily (above) it is really neat to see what other people like about your home town. Welcome to Boston! I’m going to try to make it out on Sunday night too.
chelsey @ clean eating chelsey says
I had my first experience last week meeting someone who reads my blog but I don’t know last week – it’s kind of weird! 🙂
kate says
Coconut is the best! Im dragging my parents there when Im home for break.
[email protected] says
I am super fantasizing about what that coconut balsamic must taste like!
Susan says
Same here!
Camille says
Have a great time! Boston is my favorite US city 🙂
Diana @ frontyardfoodie says
You’re a friggin’ celebrity sister!
Namaste Gurl says
Coconut balsamic vinegar?!? I’m thinking an early christmas present for myself…. 🙂
Alaina says
Glad you’re here! I haven’t been to the Boston Olive Oil Company yet, but it looks like a great place to check out!
It is frickin’ cold here with the wind. I was going through the South End and thought my ears were going to fall off. Enjoy your weekend! Look forward to meeting you on Sunday. 🙂
Julie says
What everyone else said – It’s freeeezing out in Boston! I go to Northeastern also and I know for a fact that it’s freezing outside! I’m pretty new to the blogosphere but am going to try to come to the meetup at ERC – it’s about a 3 minute walk from my apartment so I really have no excuse 🙂 It would be great to meet you!
Britney says
I’m going to try to make the meetup on Sunday! I can’t believe you don’t think it’s cold, though – it went from cold to freezing in about 60 seconds. I’m looking forward to it warming up a little this weekend!
Chelsea @ One Healthy Munchkin says
I’ve been dying to try out some flavoured balsamic vinegars! I’ll have to check if that place has a fig flavoured one!
ashley nicole says
i LOVE the sister pictures with the boots…the sizing on the side is great. your photography skills have come a long way 😉 get it, girl!
Brittney says
Ah, I miss Boston! Have a great time up there!!
Cathy B. @ Bright Bakes says
interesting…I live about 45 minutes from stillwater, Mineesota, and they have an Olive Oil Store identical to the one you show here! Only it’s called Stillwater Olive Oil Company..and yes, it has those big urns full of vinegars, oils, and plenty of bread for sampliing 😉 It’s always a “must stop” when we get through Stillwater…
love,
cathy b. @ brightbakes
P.S.LOVE the tuscan herb blend!
Ellen says
mmmm ERC! My favorite place for a bagel and coffee on a weekend morning!! Lots of hipsters and students getting their work done! Enjoy 🙂
Ffion says
Flavored olive oil intrigues me!