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Top Historic Courthouse Restorations in the U.S.

The courthouses of the U.S. have shaped the history of the nation in ways large and small. Often listed on the National Register of Historic Places, some of the most prominent courthouse buildings are also a hundred or even two hundred years old. That age calls for some major courthouse restorations. From recreating original plaster details to gently cleaning a stone façade without ruining it to meticulously restoring original wood trim or marble walls, these courthouses have undergone extensive...

My party of 2 spent $120 at Gordon Ramsay Burger. Our meal at the chef's chain restaurant was a surprisingly great value.

Whether Hell's Kitchen or Gordon Ramsay Steak, the celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay has amassed an impressive line of chain restaurants around the world.

Back in December, my partner and I headed to the chef's upscale burger joint in downtown Boston with a simple mission: to decide whether a meal there is worth the price.

I'll admit it: I'm always skeptical of a chain restaurant, even one with such a powerful name behind it. But sometimes, there's nothing like a good burger.

Here's what our exper...

5 Ultra-Clever Skin Care Tools That Are Popping Off On TikTok

Between pimple patches, microcurrent wands, LED face masks, and gua sha tools, it can be impossible to tell which skin care products are gimmicks and which ones are actually going to take your skin to the next level — because sometimes, a bit of tech is exactly what you need. That’s where Qure comes in. Their clinically proven range focuses on products that are both dermatologist-tested and dermatologist-approved. Some of their products are backed by studies in publications, like the Journal of...

April Happenings on the North Shore - Northshore Magazine

Does that spring feeling in the air have you itching to get out of the house lately? Keep reading for some of our top arts and culture happenings this April north of Boston. You’ll find live shows at venues small and large, along with new art exhibits opening up at local museums like CAM and plenty of ways to keep the kids busy during April vacation week. Take advantage of all the North Shore has to offer this month with some of our favorite things to do.

Seeing a show at the Cabot is always on...

Earthfoam’s Organic Latex Mattress Is Firm, Comfy, And Sustainable (2025 Review)

Summary: Natural latex is renowned for its springy supportiveness for spinal alignment, temperature regulating capabilities, and minimal motion transfer — in other words, it’s ideal for helping you get the best sleep. Since latex mattresses can get pricey, Earthfoam is a standout for keeping costs relatively low with a vertically integrated supply chain of natural, sustainably sourced materials and a U.S. factory. After starting to sleep on my Earthfoam mattress, I’ve noticed that I wake up with...

45 Cheap, 2-Minute Tricks That Make You Look Hot As Hell

Next time you’re looking for a little confidence boost, allow this article to guide you. Ahead, you’ll find over 40 cheap, two-minute tricks that’ll make you look and feel your best. Featuring affordable products from Amazon, the tricks listed below come suggested by Bustle’s own editors, as well as hair stylists and makeup artists from Hollywood. And they’ll only require a couple of minutes of your time to master.

Next time you’re looking for a little confidence boost, allow this article to gu...

Maison Esthetique in Danvers Celebrates 20 Years in Business this Spring - Northshore Magazine

This month, Maison Esthetique Christiane Bourque Spa in Danvers will celebrate 20 years in business. And it’s not just their top-notch services and facility that makes them one of the best spas north of Boston, explains Christiane Bourque, spa co-owner and founder.

“We have dedicated longtime employees who have been the heart of Maison Esthetique for years,” says Christiane, “setting our standard for excellence.” Their esthetics department lead, Karen Reed, has been with the spa for 20 years, a...

What Is Analog Wellness? We Explore This New Anti-Tech Trend

Late last year, Oxford University Press announced their 2024 word of the year: Brain rot. 


“‘Brain rot’ speaks to one of the perceived dangers of virtual life, and how we are using our free time,” said Casper Grathwohl, president of Oxford Languages, in a statement. “It feels like a rightful next chapter in the cultural conversation about humanity and technology.”


And apparently, “brain rot” is real. Studies have shown that excess screen use is shortening our attention spans and negatively...

Top Trade Schools for Historic Preservation in the U.S.

Schools, nonprofits, and organizations around the country are dedicated to advancing historic preservation, spearheading research and educating the next generation of tradespeople. Read on to learn more about some of the top trades schools for historic preservation around the U.S.Based in DC, the Association for Preservation Technology International (APTI) has chapters throughout the world. The nonprofit membership organization promotes traditional and new technologies to maintain and protect hi...

10 Things to Do North of Boston (and Beyond) in March 2025 - Northshore Magazine

We know—March is a tough month to get out of the house. Spring is so close you can taste it, but winter hasn’t left quite yet. Fortunately for you, we’ve put together a handful of the most exciting happening on the North Shore this March. A theme this month? Live performances. You’ll find tons of easy, affordable shows this month at North Shore Music Theatre, The Cabot, Castle Hill, and beyond that’ll get you out of the house and get you supporting local theatre. Read on for some top highlights....

This All-In-One Acne System Takes The Guesswork Out Of Treating Breakouts

You know that feeling when you’d do anything to get rid of a pimple? The creators over on TikTok sure do — you’ll find some pretty out-of-the-box hacks to treat acne on TikTok, from rubbing an ice cube on your face to reduce inflammation to swabbing your skin with apple cider vinegar to slapping a wet bag of green tea onto a breakout. You’ll also find plenty of dermatologists making reaction videos — and cringing. What ever happened to good old science-backed skin care? It turns out there’s a ne...

This Buzzy New Handbag Line Is About To Be Everywhere This Summer

Punxsutawney Phil might’ve seen his shadow last weekend, indicating six more weeks of winter — but according to the calendar in the world of fashion, spring is pretty much here. Brands are dropping their new spring collections, and spring and summer’s hottest trends are starting to emerge from the woodwork.One trend you can count on sticking around? Red as a prime accessory color. The color’s been everywhere for the last few seasons, and it’s moved beyond just ballet flats and fashion sneakers t...

9 Cutting Boards Crafted From Sustainable Wood

The Good Trade editors endorse products we’ve personally researched, tested, and genuinely love. Learn more about our methodology and business model here.


Sure, plastic cutting boards are convenient. They’re usually dishwasher safe and easy to clean, resisting bacteria buildup and speeding up your cleaning time. But at what cost?


These days, whenever we make a home goods purchase, we’re thinking about longevity. What will hold up for years to come? What’s made by a company we can feel goo...

9 Best Supplements For Perimenopause Support

The Good Trade editors endorse products we’ve personally researched, tested, and genuinely love. Learn more about our methodology and business model here.


Hot flashes, brain fog, night sweats, and vaginal dryness — the symptoms we associate with menopause are sometimes strongest before menopause even happens.


You officially enter menopause when you’ve gone 12 consecutive months without menstruating. But before that happens, there’s perimenopause. Perimenopause is defined as the years lead...

7 Apple Cider Vinegar Gummies For Feeling Good In 2025

The Good Trade editors endorse products we’ve personally researched, tested, and genuinely love. Learn more about our methodology and business model here.


Over two thousand years ago, Hippocrates used vinegar medicinally to treat his patients’ wounds. 


Fast forward to 18th century United States, and vinegar was commonly used to treat all sorts of ailments — from rashes to stomachaches to diabetes. 


Medicine has come a long way since then, but vinegar’s medicinal uses are still widely r...

Local Chefs Come Together for Taste America: Boston on Thursday, Feb. 6 - Northshore Magazine

This Thursday, Feb. 6 starting at 6 p.m., Boston’s top chefs will come together for a tasting event celebrating the local restaurant community. Taste America: Boston takes place at the State Room, located on the 33rd floor of 60 State Street in Boston.

The James Beard Foundation’s annual Taste America® culinary series presented by Capital One brings together chefs, special guests, and diners to celebrate the independent restaurants at the heart of local communities.

The walk-around tasting at...

9 Best Floor Mattresses In 2025

The Good Trade editors endorse products we’ve personally researched, tested, and genuinely love. Learn more about our methodology and business model here.


A few months ago, I came across a post on Instagram from Trinity Mouzon, the founder of Golde, about how she and her family sleep. They had recently replaced their conventional mattress with Japanese futons in order to sleep on the floor, in the same room — she, her husband, and their two young kids. While unconventional in the States, flo...

9 Wooden Dining Tables Made With Sustainable Materials

The Good Trade editors endorse products we’ve personally researched, tested, and genuinely love. Learn more about our methodology and business model here.


Some of the strongest memories you’ll ever make in your home center around the dining table, from late nights with friends to late nights helping the kids with homework. Gathering with other folks to eat, drink, and talk — that’s what it’s all about, right?


And the benefits of family mealtimes gathered around the dining room table can’t...

9 Sustainable Lounge Chairs For Your Living Room 2025

The Good Trade editors endorse products we’ve personally researched, tested, and genuinely love. Learn more about our methodology and business model here.


Imagine this: It’s late in the afternoon on a winter day, it’s getting dark out, and you’re curling up with a book and a mug of tea. Where are you? In your favorite lounge chair, of course!


Here at TGT, we love bringing intentionality into everything we do — and that extends to lounging, whenever possible. If you have the space, a desig...

9 Sustainable Dining Chairs Made From Thoughtful Materials

The Good Trade editors endorse products we’ve personally researched, tested, and genuinely love. Learn more about our methodology and business model here.


Dining tables seem to get all the glory. Home life centers around the dining table, bringing families together for mealtimes — but you have to sit somewhere, too. That’s why we’ve rounded up some of our favorite dining chairs below, to go around our favorite dining tables. 


While dining tables come in plenty of different styles, they do...

Where to Watch the Super Bowl North of Boston in 2025 - Northshore Magazine

Whether or not your hometown team is playing in this year’s big game, you’ll want to check out some of our favorite places north of Boston to watch the Super Bowl if you’re looking to get out of the house and celebrate on game day. A buzzy atmosphere, a solid bar food menu, and plenty of screens all make for some of the best spots to celebrate the Super Bowl, and some of the taverns and sports bars on the list below have specials or events on the day of the big game, too.

Head to Marketstreet L...

What Is Greenwashing?

Walking the aisles of Target recently, I noticed some loofahs marketed as eco-friendly. They were being sold by a brand with “eco” in its name and tagged with green cards, claiming they were made out of recycled netting.


But there was no specificity to that claim. And, really, a loofah is just a hunk of plastic — one that can’t be traditionally recycled (although we love how this person cut up their old loofah into produce bags).


Ever wonder about a brand’s sustainability claims while you’...

Romantic New England Getaways for Valentine’s Weekend 2025 - Northshore Magazine

Here’s your official warning: Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. However you typically celebrate the holiday — with your sweetie or alone, low-key or all-out — you’ll find something that suits your style at one of the below properties. Maybe you prefer one romantic overnight somewhere close to home, or maybe you like opulence with wine dinners, massages, and a luxe weekend-long stay in town. Whatever your preference (and your partner’s preference), browse this list for some V-Day inspo...

This Texas-Born Jewelry Brand Has *The Best* V-Day Gifts

After the hustle and bustle of the holidays, it’s time to finally sink into the slowness of the winter season. Longer nights, slower days, cozier meals — and no more rushing around, right? That’s why we’re giving you a heads up on Valentine’s Day gifting, so you can get an early start. V-Day always seems to sneak up unannounced right after the new year, doesn’t it? If you’re looking for a thoughtful, bespoke gift for someone special this year, consider Goodstone. The fine jewelry brand, born out...
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