Boston for St. Patty's Day

This year I had the chance to spend St. Patty's Day in the most Irish-populated city in the country - Boston.  With a whole neighborhood full of Irish-heritage, this was sure to impress.  And even though the parade on Sunday topped it off, the whole weekend was fantastic!

We started with a trip to the Boston Museum of Science, which is a little pricey but I'd say it's DEFINITELY worth it.  There is a lot to do: it is very hands-on, great for kids and adults alike.  Certainly spring for the extra $5 trip into the Butterfly Garden - I was lucky enough to have a little guy land on my arm and it made the experience so worth it!

After the Butterfly Garden we watched the Electricity show, which was also very cool.  It was loud and bright, but it was awesome!

After the museum we went out for a delicious dinner at a restaurant in the North End.. it was kinda cool... kind of a "Fat Tony" vibe. We walk in and ask how long the wait is and the host says, "Go downstairs and ask for Oscar.  Tell him I sent you."  I've never been sent to another section of the restaurant like that before.  For dessert, we treated ourselves to the best cannolis in town, at Mike's Pastry.  Don't let the long line fool you,  it moves quickly and is definitely worth it.  Suggestions: Florentine Cannoli and red velvet whoopie pie.

Then on Sunday we spent the day drinking green mimosas, green beer, and watching the parade with tons of other people.  There were service members, congressmen, clowns, Miss Boston, and even Darth Vader made an appearance.

I hope everyone enjoyed their St. Patty's Day celebrations, no matter where you were!