DESIgn of Boston Salon was born out of an idea between two people who desired to create an environment that is beautiful, creative and inspirational without the typical corporate lack of soul. This salon is, in fact, a hair design studio that is meant to be small and intimate as well as being a forum for the promotion of art, creativity and the enjoyment of music and conversation. DESIgn of Boston Salon was created in the ultimate desire to be the antithesis of a typical "hair factory" that so many people are used to. We pride ourselves on our focus on creativity, art, ultimate client benevolence and providing the best service available today in any Boston hair salon. DESIgn of Boston Salon represents the synthesis of art, organic elegance, technology, innovative hair design and ultimate customer awareness. We aspire to create unprecedented excellence in employee and customer fulfillment in a receptive and artistic atmosphere.

Duffy Design Group has won Best of Boston four times for Interior Design Excellence. Dennis Duffy is the Principal of Duffy Design Group, an interior design firm which is known for its inspiring interiors. The firm has won numerous awards and has been published both locally and nationally. The firm offers its expertise and unique vision to residential clients and consistently partners with architects, developers and builders. Whether the project is a sleek residence overlooking a city skyline, a contemporary boutique hotel or a sprawling country manor, Duffy Design Group designs intuitively - carefully determining the best solution for each client. For more information please visit www.duffydesigngroup.com.

You know that you are at Eagle's deli when you look at the menu and the smallest burger weighs in at 1 lb. Challenge your stomach to a battle of fries, cheese, and meat with burgers weighing up to 3 lbs. I wonder who will win?

The Giuliano Day Spa has been an area mainstay since it opened in 1993. It's a 2 floor facility consisting of salon, retail, and day spa rooms, and it is one of the largest and most complete spa and salon location in the area. Giuliano maintains an impeccably trained staff, state of the art services, comfortable atmosphere, and superior customer service. Spa options include massage (Swedish, Deep Tissue, Matrenity, and In Stone treatments are available), wraps and body treatments, facials, waxing services, and alternative therapies like ear candling and reflexology. The salon offers hair, makeup, and an array of manicure and pedicure options. They also have a full suite of his&hers and couples gift packages. Customers consistently rate their experiences highly in all aspects of Giuliano's services.

Tucked away on a beautiful Beacon Hill sidestreet, Lala Rokh offers an inspiring cultural tour of Persian cuisine and tranquil intimacy. The series of small dining spaces make the dining experience wonderfully private as the knowledgeable, unobtrusive waitstaff present plates of curries, meats, and vegetables seasoned with specially-imported spices. Arouse the taste buds with the Kashk-E Bademjan (roast eggplant with goat's milk; $7) before preceding on to the demure but filling Abgusht (lamb shank; $18) or Morgh (saffron dark chicken; $15). You still won't want to leave enchanting LaLa Rokh, so savor the gentle desserts like the baklava ($6) and creme caramel ($7) as you linger for hours. This section contains information from Harvard Student Agencies' Unofficial Guide to Life at Harvard.

Chic florist studio using only fresh flowers and specializing in custom arrangements for every occasion. Their aesthetic usually tends towards dramatic color combinations combined with varied height. Now offering rooftop and balcony garden services.

A popular JP restaurant specializing in New American cuisine. They offer high-end comfort food like a truly gourmet mac and cheese and fabulous burgers abound alongside salads and creative desserts. Zon's has a definite JP vibe, so the clientele is diverse. Zon's has a cozy bar that has a good wine menu to boot.

Upper Crust serves specialty pizza by the slice or a whole pizza pie and is made with the freshest ingredients, from hand-rolled dough baked to thin-crust perfection. Delivery service available until 30 minutes prior to closing. Minimum order of $10. A 15% gratuity charge will be applied to orders more than $100 Free Delivery to Back Bay, South End (North of Washington St), Bay Village; $2 charge Kenmore Sq, Fenway (up to Brookline Ave), Longwood, South End (South of Washington St), Northeastern U., Mass Art

Your kids will be fascinated with the way they roll out the pizza dough and flip it for everyone to see. The staff there were very friendly and keep making sure all of the patrons are all set. The atmosphere is very warm. The employees treated people like it's their home. Sit at the communal table and and chat. A lot of young single people hang there and it's a great place to sit and read in the afternoon. For all you pizza lovers out there I highly recommend you going to the Upper Crust, you will be addicted. It's a marriage of the perfect amount of cheese, sauce, and toppings on a scrumptious crispy crust.

One of the classic Boston steakhouses, however Abe and Louie's was hot even before the recent steak craze. Dark and decadent, this Boylston street hotspot offers a variety of steaks, fabulous wines, and even a wonderful weekend brunch. Over-sized leather courtroom chairs and Hollywood-style booths in the dining room create an inviting atmosphere while impressive bronze chandeliers, massive torchieres, traditional mahogany detailing, and the gold leaf barrel vault ceiling add an air of elegance. Make sure to try the steak benedict!