The Return of the Hanging Nasturtium
Just like the cherry blossoms in Washington, DC, the hanging nasturtium at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum is a sign of spring in Boston! Twenty gloriously bright flowering nasturtium vines are on display in the museum courtyard until mid-April. These striking orange blooms were a special favorite of founder Isabella Stewart Garnder. Make a plan to visit and take in the beauty! Reservations are strongly recommended. Get all the details here!
Hot to Go – Lambert’s Now Has a Grill
Game changer. If you love grabbing your fresh produce, salad bar, and deli favorites at Lambert’s, get ready to add something extra delicious to your routine. The neighborhood staple has officially fired up a brand-new grill, bringing even more tasty options to its menu! That’s right—Lambert’s Dorchester location is now serving up hot, made-to-order breakfast subs, steak and cheese, chopped cheese, and quesadillas.
Wine Tasting
Each week you can experience something new at Boston Winery in Dorchester. Uncork something special as you swirl, sip, and savor an exclusive wine-tasting by the scenic Boston Harbor. Tickets are $21 per person and include samples of five handmade wines, which rotate on a weekly basis. Tastings are available this Saturday from 1pm to 5:30pm, and advance online reservations are mandatory. Learn more here.
Apres Ski Tea at Blend
Let’s give winter a proper goodbye this Sunday at Blend’s Apres Ski Tea with your hosts @wreakingharlowhavoc @lrvshowgirl along with @the.bottoms & @flagflagboston w/music by @begbick Apre looks highly encouraged! Party starts at 4pm!
Visit the New Clouded Leopard at Franklin Park Zoo
Franklin Park Zoo is thrilled to announce the arrival of a new furry face that guests can now see inside of the Tropical Forest Pavilion – a clouded leopard and you can stop by and check him out this weekend. Get all the details here!
Mom, the meatloaf!
224 Boston’s legendary meatloaf is the perfect comfort food! Enjoy a generous slice of meatloaf served with potato puree, mushrooms black garlic gravy. You can check out the full menu here!
dbar + Dine out Boston
Dine Out Boston is the perfect opportunity to take advantage of delicious deals at participating restaurants – including dbar in Dorchester! Enjoy dinner – 3 courses for just $41 through March 31st – you can check out the menu here.
Nervous System Regulation Workshop
Take time for yourself with this transformative Nervous System Regulation Workshop, where you’ll learn practical tools to calm your mind and body. Join Hannah, a certified yoga instructor and licensed occupational therapist with years of experience in mental health care, who will guide you through evidence-based therapies combined with yoga, breathwork, and sensory strategies. This workshop offers hands-on skills you can use every day to support your mental well-being, with open discussion, psychoeducation, and a 50-minute slow-flow yoga session. Takes place a Open Doors Dorchester. You can register here.
Refresh with a Strawberry-Pineapple Fresca
Celebrate the weekend with some Strawberry-Pineapple Fresca! This healthy refreshing drink is available at Ripple Cafe and it’s full of summer vibes! You can learn more here!
Tacos + Margs
Add in some tacos and margaritas this weekend at Yellow Door. You can check out the full menu here!
Brunch in Dot
From savory meals to sweet surprises (and much-needed hair(s) of the dog), there’s something for everyone! Check out our Brunch Roundup!
SPORTS!
Bruins vs. Red Wings – Saturday, March 29th at 8pm.
Celtics vs. Spurs– Friday, March 28th at 8pm.
March Madness Schedule here and here
Here are 10 places to watch the game in Dot!
Maureen Dahill is the editor of Caught in Southie and a lifelong resident of South Boston sometimes mistaken for a yuppie. Co-host of Caught Up, storyteller, lover of red wine and binge watching TV series. Mrs. Peter G. Follow her @MaureenCaught.
