Ease on down the road.

TRY
Gluten-Free Menu at Nebo
What: Choose from a full spread of wheatless (and still authentic) Italian dishes and enjoy the flavors of the North End without the pesky grain.
Why: Crispy fried calamari breaded in cornmeal served with Mediterranean aioli.
When: You’re no gluten for punishment.
Where: 90 N. Washington St. (617-723-6326).

SHOP
Beacon Hill Summer Shopping Stroll
What: More than twenty boutiques, galleries, and shops offer deals and refreshments during the evening on the Hill.
Why: Cocktails at Koo de Kir, 10 percent off at Good, and 15 percent off at Moxie.
When: Tonight, 5-8 p.m.
Where: Participating spots at beaconhillsummerstroll.com.

BUY
The Achilles Project Summer Sale Kickoff
What: Get first pass and 40 percent off designs by Rag & Bone, Helmut Lang, and McQ by Alexander McQueen.
Why: Complimentary champagne the first hour.
When: Fri., 7-10 p.m.
Where: 283 Summer St. (617-695-2257).

GO (and TASTE)
Great Chowder Cook-Off
What: Head south for the day and slurp the fishy stews of more than 25 restos and chefs from around the country as they compete for $10,000 in prizes.
Why: Fill your belly with bellies.
When: Sat., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: 4 Commercial Wharf, Newport, R.I. Tickets online at newportwaterfrontevents.com.

WALK
Opening Day of Union Square Farmers Market
What: Support local growers and artisans by picking up fresh-cut flowers, handmade soaps, and potted herbs in one of our favorite hoods.
Why: Fresh mozzarella from Fiore di Nonno. ’Nuff said.
When: Sat., 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Where: Union Square Plaza, Somerville.