consume and enjoy

617 Living is more than just real estate. We’re working to curate and share the best experiences Boston has to offer — whether you’re new to town or a seasoned local. We want to bring you the best shops, dining, recreation, and tips to enrich your lifestyle. We look forward to hearing what you enjoyed most!

Pack up a picnic basket with all these essential items and summer recipes and relax in one of boston’s famous parks. 

Don’t forget your:

• Picnic Blanket, we love this colorful linen one!

• Picnic Basket, this basket is perfect!

• Plastic Cups

• Paper Plates

• Washable Napkins

Check out some of these gorgeous locations!

Boston Public Garden, right in Boston!

Arnold Arboretum, 28-minute drive

Castle Island, 15-minute drive

Cutler Park Reservation. 35-minute drive

Spy Pond, 25-minute drive

COUPE CLUB

There’s nothing like the art of the craft cocktail — and we’re working on our technique! If you want to excite your tastebuds, join us on this journey as part of our Coupe Club. We will be shaking up a new recipe each month, enjoying the unique and complex flavors of the classics and some original cocktails from our favorite local mixologists.

Piña Verde Fizz

Recipe courtesy of Ashley Rose, @craftandcocktails

INGREDIENTS

1.25oz gin
.5oz greem chartreuse
.75oz pineapple juice
.5oz lime juice
1 egg white
1oz coconut cream mixed with .5oz simple syrup
1oz club soda

STEPS TO SIPS

1. Add all ingredients except coconut cream and soda to a shaker and shake without ice for 3 minutes.

2. Add ice and coconut cream with simple syrup to the shaker and shake for 15 seconds. Strain into a Collins glass.

3. Let sit for 30 seconds and top with soda water slowly.

4. Garnish with pineapple leaves.