Explain Boston to Me

Boston baked beans with Amy Traverso

Lee Stabert Season 1 Episode 66

There's a reason they call it "Beantown." In this week's episode, Yankee Magazine food editor Amy Traverso takes us through the history of this iconic food — and explains why its place on the Mount Rushmore of local cuisine might be in jeopardy.

Who's in for a Bean-off BBQ next summer?

Chickie's and Pete's will take you to court over Crabfries.

An Andy Reid lookalike.

Yankee's Baked Beans Recipe.

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