Nestled among the pizza joints, convenience stores and assorted storefront businesses on Main Street in Waltham is The Elephant Walk.  The food at Elephant Walk is rich in originality and gusto, and not just for the sake of it.  The restaurant has been a Boston area gem for nearly 20 years, and for good reason. The distinctive menu is presented in a straightforward way – showing the starters, soups, salads and entrees as Traditional Cambodian, Original Cambodian, or Original French. This is to say, the offerings are not exactly fusion, it is the chefs offering variety and demonstrating their …

Less than five miles from Concord is a charming little restaurant called Sprigs.  Located on the quaintly named Strawberry Hill Road in Acton, Sprigs is an inviting spot as a mainstay for dinner out with friends or a special occasion.  The restaurant is in a Cape farmhouse and has a welcoming New England ambiance – including exposed brick and romantic nooks. The attraction at Sprigs is a lively and well-constructed menu of European-styled dishes with a flair, plus a touch of international fare making subtle appearances on the menu.  Sprigs has an extensive and thoughtfully considered wine …