Greetings!

April showers bring May flowers...and hopefully many more vaccinated people! As life seems to be opening back up, it's been a busy spring -- evidenced by all we're sharing below. Whether you're looking for that perfect new apartment, that perfect meal on the run, or that perfect loaf of sourdough (that you don't have to bake!), read on!

Even when we're way past the pandemic, we have a feeling that Zoom will remain an integral part of our lives; it certainly is this month for me! I'll be moderating a panel as part of branchfood's The Discovery Series, presented by Survey.com, on how to Engage Target Audiences & Drive Sales with Key Marketing Strategies, and I'll also be joining networker extraordinaire Lisa Matthews of Morgan Stanley to chat about Cultivating Connections During COVID and After. Both are free of charge; click on the links to sign up!

Whether virtually or IRL, looking forward to seeing many of you very soon!
calise bakery sourdough round bread
Flashback to a year ago and we were in the midst of a flour and yeast shortage and home bread baking operations infiltrated our Insta feeds. Yeah, that was a weird time. Unfortunately, as quickly as we stocked up on said flour and yeast, we gave up on that sourdough starter and moved on to other pandemic hobbies, like drinking. So there's no blame in our game for leaving the bread baking to the pros: Rhode Island-based Calise Bakery.
 
Lucky for us and our abandoned dough dreams, Calise just introduced, you guessed it – Sourdough Italian Round Bread. Crafted with the highest quality ingredients, the freshly baked bread features the sweet tanginess of sourdough with a soft and chewy crust that delivers a distinct flavor. Grab a loaf while grocery shopping at Stop & Shop, Shaw’s, Walmart, Roche Bros and more locations throughout Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and Connecticut.
 
So don’t consider that discarded starter a failure, just consider discovering the freshly baked deliciousness that is Calise’s Sourdough Italian Round Bread a win! And, in honor of the the hobby we practiced the most over this past year, we'll definitely raise a glass to that!

landwer's market
Being in the fast-paced world of consumer marketing, we rely on convenience to get through our days. We like our Uber waiting for us outside, our groceries delivered to our door, and our Starbys order at the counter -- can you blame us?! But when it comes to fresh, healthy foods prepared for us to grab on the go that doesn’t require the forethought of online ordering, our options are limited.
 
Landwer’s Market, a grab-and-go option at Israeli/Mediterranean-style café and coffee shop Cafe Landwer, is here to change that. Homemade, ready-to-eat prepared foods and snacks (think Boston’s BEST hummus, soups, salads, sauces, juices, and sides) are sold in single and family-portioned sizes and made and stocked fresh daily. Pull up, run in, grab whatever floats your boat and you’re on your way. Landwer’s Market is available at both Boston and Brookline locations, as well as for takeout and delivery through their website, natch.
 
While we’ll likely never experience the luxury of having an on-call manicurist or massage therapist (a girl can dream!) we’re lucky to have two local spots we can rely on to have delicious, nutritious eats at the ready when we’re out and about getting sh*t done!

blvd & bond
For those who prefer to shop and dine outside the hustle and bustle of the city, Arsenal Yards in Watertown’s East End has quickly become a local favorite. From browsing the shelves at Ulta, Marshalls and Old Navy, to grabbing a bite at Shake Shack and City Works, to an afternoon at the movies or even a trip to the grocery store, Arsenal Yards has it all. And now, there’s no need to hop in a car or on a bus to get there – you can just walk out your front door.
 
Blvd & Bond, opening this June, is home to over 300 modern luxury residences spanning three distinct buildings throughout the Arsenal Yards neighborhood. Inside the eclectic spaces you’ll find sleek, industrial apartments ranging from studios to three bedrooms in a variety of layouts and styles. Oh, and amenities galore: a rooftop sun deck, fitness center and yoga studio, fireplace lounge, co-working spaces, maker's space, entertaining kitchen, dog spa and more.
 
Blvd & Bond is now open for leasing and accepting applications. They're even offering up to two months of free rent, so reach out now to schedule a tour. With everything you need within steps of your home, as well as “home” being this gorg, you may never want to leave – even when you once again can!