The Block at Woods Hill—a hyper-local restaurant and market—opens next to its big sister on June 27.

When the hankering hits, here’s the local scoop on American ice cream’s rich, intensely flavored Italian cousin.

Foraging in the Cambridge woods with the James Beard-nominated chef.

“Summer fun” is the vibe (and motto) of Park City, a new South Boston space from the Fat Baby and Loco Taqueria crew, serving canned cocktails, fish tacos, and live music.

We raise a hot dog in congratulations, but we’re bummed that the James Beard Foundation overlooked the rest of our dining scene.

Netflix host Phil Rosenthal comes to town for an episode of his show’s eighth season, dining from Sarma to Galley Diner. 

These scoop shops and restaurants have the sweetest, creamiest cones.

A frozen treat for every occasion, from a sweet twist on Taco Tuesday to personal-sized ice cream cakes.

Old-school fudge sundaes, funked-up modern flavors, and a gelato or two, too.

Here’s where to blissfully sip your way through a season of suds and sun.

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

Not all patios are created equal. These seaside standouts, though, are in a league of their own.

Including an intriguing Midori sour that won’t remind you of college parties.

But chef George Mendes, previously behind New York’s Michelin-starred Aldea, has big plans for Boston following his time at the fine-dining Portuguese restaurant.

Whether you want to eat beneath a beech tree or beside the beach, these restaurants have mastered the art of al fresco dining.