When people think about the Green Line, visions of terror fly through their head. The idea of being on a train with hundreds commuting to their apartments in Allston and Brighton can be overwhelming to even the most patient of commuters. Luckily there is in Brookline, an oasis from the college lifestyle and accessible by the C&D lines on the MBTA’s green line .
I have found that many of my itineraries thus far have included a lot of day drinking and eating. So today I am going to provide you with a more low-key / realistic trip to Brookline. Just a good work out and dinner/ drinks with friends. Maybe its this moody March we are having but thats about all I have energy for these days and Im guessing you would agree with me !
Itinerary:
Morning – Baptiste Power Yoga and KooKoo Cafe
Before Dinner – The Publick House
Dinner – Barcelona
Morning:
Downward Dog at Baptiste !
If you read my last post you are starting to see a trend here. I started our day in Cambridge off with yoga and its not going to start much differently in Brookline. I use fitness as an excuse to get to a part of town I don’t often make it too. However, one of my favorite studios is located in Brookline Village. Baptiste Power Yoga is located right off the T in Brookline Village.
Baptiste has long been one of my favorite yoga practices. It is a mix between Bikram and Vinyasa. Many of the hot elements of Bikram are in the practice however the yoga itself is the Vinyasa flow, slowed down a bit so that you can handle the physicality with the heat. The classes are always energetic and you leave feeling your skin glowing and your muscle aching. For all those who want even yoga to be a work out, Baptiste is the answer. It helps that all their studios are beautiful and well set up! Take a beginner class and see what its all about, pack a towel and some water because you are in for a work out.
Outside the KooKoo Cafe
After you break a serious sweat you are going to need to go home take a shower and enjoy the after glow, on your way stop by KooKoo Cafe. This is located right near the Brookline T stop and people rave about their coffee, tea, cookies , and sandwiches.
Evening:
Publick House From Outside
Drinks – Publick House
After you spent the afternoon relaxing , get ready for an evening in Brookline’s Washington Square. Washington Square is accessible by the Green Line’s C Line (the stop is called, conveniently, Washington Square). Both locations for the evening can be reached from there. Publick House has been in Brookline for a little while now, with the craft beer movement growing at an exponentially fast past, there is no better place to go and try a few new beers before enjoying some delicious grub.
Barcelona – From Boston Eater
Dinner – Barcelona
Barcelona is new to Washington Square and all those who attend it love it. What they might not know about is that its also a pretty well known chain. This new-to-Brookline restaurant has none of the look and feel of normal chain restaurants and its menu is incredibly delicious. They also have an extensive wine selection that pairs well with the tapas style menu. If you are looking for a night out with delicious food and great company this is the place to go with 2 or 8 of your closest friends. Get into the spanish vibe , talk with your hands, drink lots of wine , and order one of everything!
Maggie – I am an old school New England gal living my life in the pursuit of fun ! My perfect day in Boston involves finding a new place with a little bit of known to it . I love to eat natural whole foods. My goal is always to stay active and burn off last nights wine and cheese plate. Whether its finding the newest fitness studio or training for a marathon I keep busy! #fitfluential #zen #workhardplayhard #eatclean #naturalwinemovement #travelsavvy #martahonrunner
Boston, Party of 6 