Meagan McGinnes

Tell us: Where is your favorite spot for hot chocolate in Massachusetts? Food historian Paula Marcoux pours the finished hot chocolate into mugs to serve. (Jesse Costa/WBUR) And with the holiday season upon us, we think we know the perfect order: a rich cup of hot chocolate. Something to warm your hands and soul. But now we want to know where you go to get your hot chocolate fix around Massachusetts — and if your go-to spot matches up with our staff's fan favorite.

Editor's Note: This is an excerpt from WBUR's daily morning newsletter, WBUR Today. If you like what you read and want it in your inbox, sign up here. Most people — including us — have Thanksgiving feast prep on the mind today, but have you thought about what you're doing the day after Thanksgiving? The state Department of Conservation and Recreation suggests taking a hike.

Mass. residents spend big on takeout, according to a new study. Here’s how much Dumplings, pancakes and vegetables boxed up and ready to collect at Mei Mei's Factory Cafe in Boston. (Robin Lubbock/WBUR) Editor's Note: This is an excerpt from WBUR's daily morning newsletter, WBUR Today. If you like what you read and want it in your inbox, sign up here. Massachusetts residents are spending A LOT on takeout. How much?