Kellie Speed

Kellie Speed is a native Bostonian and a freelance writer/editor/copywriter with more than 20 years experience writing for a variety of local and national publications, including CBS Boston, Electrical Contractor, Gayot, MapQuest, Groupon, The Boston Globe, Mohegan Sun's Legends and Amtrak's Arrive. She also contributed to Moon Metro's Boston guidebook published by Avalon Travel Publishing. Kellie can be reached at kkspeed@aol.com or kspeed@hauteliving.com.

Posts by Kellie Speed

Haute Secrets Boston: Peter Davis of Henrietta’s Table

When you are the executive chef of a prominent Harvard Square restaurant, it’s important to cultivate lasting relationships with local suppliers of fresh produce, fish and game. Peter Davis has been doing just that since opening Henrietta’s Table at The Charles Hotel in 1995. Davis’ cooking has gained him national attention over the years for one of the best brunches in the city.

5 Day Spas in Boston to Prep Your Skin for Spring

Now that the dry winter months are officially behind us, it’s time to think about getting your skin ready for spring. From sloughing off dead skin to hydrating body treatments, here’s a look at five day spas in Boston that will leave you looking and feeling your best.

Haute Secrets: Brahm Callahan, Corporate Beverage Director of Himmel Hospitality Group

Grill 23 certainly has a lot to be proud of. Not only is the Back Bay restaurant considered one of the best steakhouses in town, but they also have an in-house Master Sommelier, the highest distinction given in the beverage service industry (there are less than 150 people in the country holding this title). Brahm Callahan received this distinction last year and is the beverage director for all of Himmel Hospitality Group’s restaurants (Post 390, Harvest and Grill 23).

Top 5 Spots in Boston for Eyelash Extensions

If you don’t have time to wait for your lashes to grow (even with a little help from products that expedite lash growth like Skin Research Laboratories’ neuLASH lash enhancing serum), don’t fret. There are several places in Boston that will make you look like a celebrity after just one quick visit. Here’s a look at the five best places for lash extensions in Boston.

Haute Spots Boston: Battery Wharf Hotel

Sure, you can stay downtown or in the Back Bay if you are looking to be at the pulse of city life in Boston, but when it comes to exploring the cozy Italian North End, there is only one haute property to stay – the Battery Wharf Hotel.

Haute Secrets Boston: Tim and Nancy Cushman of o ya and Hojoko

The gorgeous restaurant owned and operated by Tim and Nancy Cushman (who also own the recently opened Hojoko at The Verb Hotel near Fenway) was once a fire station, but has been converted into an award-winning Japanese restaurant. Here, you won’t find your traditional maki rolls. Instead, think bluefin tuna tataki with smoky pickled onion and truffle oil or a decadent sampling of foie gras with balsamic chocolate kabayaki, claudio corallo raisin cocoa pulp and a sip of aged sake.

5 Haute Spots to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Boston

5 Haute Spots to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Boston

5 Springtime Cocktails You Should be Drinking Right Now in Boston

With temperatures this week predicted to reach near 70 degrees here in Boston, it’s going to be hard not to feel spring fever. Just like the ever-changing seasons in New England, our flavor palates are now seeking lighter fare. To celebrate, we have rounded up some of the best cocktails you must try this spring. Here’s a look at the hautest five.

5 Best Places to Celebrate Dine Out Boston This Week

This might be your best excuse to try that hot tapas restaurant or romantic French bistro you have been wanting to check out. Because this is one of the hautest events in town, reservations are strongly recommended by calling the participating restaurant directly. Here’s a look at five haute participating restaurants.

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