Refers to the parlor, or living room, of the house (also useable in reference to Boston Airbnbs). This is where the family typically gathers for social activity.
This refers to Cape Cod, the most popular place to hang out in the summer. You cannot go “up the Cape” because it doesn’t exist.
As in Dunkin’ Donuts, the best coffee around. I’ll take a lahge regulah.
A pizza, sandwich, and convenience store all rolled into one. A true Bostonian might suggest that you “get suppah at Town Spa.”
No, your friend didn’t just have a stroke. Badadoes means “potatoes” in Boston speak.
An expression of complete disbelief. The correct response is always “Yes suh!”
Another semi-nonsensical phrase, this one means “me too.”
Kegger, huge party. Something you don’t want to miss.
This description of Boston — “The hub of the solar system” — was coined by Oliver Wendell Holmes in the 19th century. With characteristic flair, Bostonians quickly modified this to “The hub of the universe.” I don’t think anyone knows where “Beantown” came from, but we’re not into it. 