tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-58020459364353398802011-11-27T18:43:54.341-05:00Boston on the Go - a Bostonian guide to keeping yourself busy and in the know. Ideas on things to do, places to shop & dine, and what to talk about when you're out and about in the Boston area.bostongalnoreply@blogger.comBlogger7911100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-41378002643099902802011-01-19T18:28:00.002-05:002011-01-19T18:39:28.940-05:00

I guess I've been staying on my side of the river too much, because I didn't even realize that Match the mini burger/lounge on Mass Ave near Newbury Street had even closed. But as one restaurant leaves, another opens - Mass Ave.Yes, the restaurant is called Mass Ave. The new restaurant come from the folks who brought us Alibi Bar & Lounge, Harvard Gardens, Lucky's Lounge, and Back Bay Social Club

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Southie peeps - you have a new specialty food shop - American Provisions. Local Southie residents Matt Thayer and Andy Fadous are the owners and are committed to offering local and organic produce, Dewar's meats, Woodbury's shellfish, fresh baked goodies, and prepared meals made fresh. Sounds like something that the neighborhood could use! American Provisions is open Mon.-Fri., 8:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m

bostongalnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-53586706098466062242010-12-06T08:57:00.002-05:002010-12-06T09:04:08.879-05:00

The Brattle Theater in Harvard Square is hosting it's Sugar and Cinema event tomorrow night. Enjoy cookies, cocktails and more starting at 8:00pm.For the sugar part of the evening there will be champagne cocktails and delicious desserts provided by Flour Bakery and Café. Plus, Boston’s own celebrity pastry chef, Joanne Chang, will be in person to sign copies of her new book, Flour: Spectacular

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As you may have guessed, we like our local businesses. And this weekend, I'm recommending you hit up Somerville and Cambridge and do just that.Davis Square is hosting its annual Midnight Madness tomorrow night. Hit up Boston Shaker and Kickass Cupcakes for sure. If you can't make it Thursday night, Somerville is hosting Shop-a-palooza on Saturday, too. For more details, click here. Saturday

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Happy Thanksgiving everyone! Before you head off to attempt to make turducken, I want to let you know about a new intimate restaurant that's opened in Cambridge - Bondir.Jason Bond from Beacon Hill Bistro opened his new restaurant Bondir this weekend on Broadway in the old Con y Sol space. The 24 seat restaurant features a fire place, and a country table bar that seats four. There is also a

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This weekend my picks are delayed, but they are about food and art. Two of my favorite things! :)Tomorrow (Saturday) head over to the MFA for a FREE Open House - 10:00am-4:45pm enjoy the new Art of America wing and the fashion exhibits. Expect a crowd, but um, it's FREE! For details on the Open House, click here. This weekend Canary Square opens in JP in the old Alchemist venue. From the folks

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For those who live or work in Kendall Square, most of us know that the only coffee shops around are the Starbucks located in the hotels near the T stop. But there is something new in the Square today - Voltage. And its pretty great.Voltage started out of JP in 2008 when the owner launched Voltage as an espresso catering service. Since then, she found a storefront in Kendall Square where she brews

bostongalnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-78462691558772638832010-11-02T13:24:00.004-04:002010-11-02T14:10:01.012-04:00

Cheeseboy : Grilled Cheese to Go opened recently in the train concourse of South Station. The Boston Globe had an article about the food, and it was only a matter of time before a grilled cheese urge would result in a visit. Alas, the photos of the actual grilled cheese were not saved on my phone as I got overly excited to wolf it down. First impression: the line. It looked long but the owner

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Sorry folks, I was a bit delayed on the weekend picks this week - a little too preoccupied with getting my Lady Gaga glasses. :)But, for those not hitting up a Halloween party this weekend (so many- Phoenix Landing, Middlesex, Machine, Beehive!) let me recommend hitting up some other fall/holiday fun.Starting today, Clover Food Truck opened their first store - Clover Food Labs in Harvard Square,

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So this weekend is jammed packed with classic fall goodies, like Second Glass' Wine Riot, Head of the Charles and Nashoba Valley's Bluegrass and Blues Festival.Second's Glass' Wine Riot starts Friday night and heads into all day on Saturday. For all the ticket info and fun, click here. I would recommend hitting up opening night on Friday.Head of the Charles will run all day Saturday and Sunday. I

bostongalnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-14869766880239400532010-10-16T14:51:00.005-04:002010-10-16T17:34:51.555-04:00

A friend and I grabbed lunch today at Foundry on Elm in Davis Square. Though the decor was great (it reminded us both of Eastern Standard), the food was so-so.Foundry on Elm has been open for about a month. As we blogged about before, the restaurant/bar took over the old space at Bowl and Board and the Jimmy Tingle Theater. The bar and and menu definitely has a french bistro feel, with poutine,

bostongalnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-78782812540894923432010-10-13T15:52:00.003-04:002010-10-13T16:13:21.124-04:00

Maybe I should be called Cambridge gal. :) But head over to my side of the river with Central Bottle's $1 dumpling night on Thursday and East Cambridge on Sunday for the 1st Annual Rib Fest!Central Bottle is one of our faves in Central Sq. Located next to Flour the store offers Thursday night wine bars where the store becomes like a mini bar. Tomorrow night, the wine bar is offering from 5pm-9pm

bostongalnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-68886112246184569292010-09-30T09:34:00.003-04:002010-09-30T09:51:48.145-04:00

Financial District has a new outpost for lunch and dinner - Battery Park Bar and Lounge.Thanks to Thrillist, we know that Battery is (another) after work sports/bar and lounge with 87 indoor seats and a huge (100 seat) outdoor patio. The mahogany bar offers you 16 flat screens, five spacious beige high-backed banquettes w/ directional speakers and touch screen TV controls. Patriots against Miami

bostongalnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-78913905648630841472010-09-20T09:41:00.003-04:002010-09-20T09:50:35.119-04:00

To celebrate Boston's first wine week, this Thursday, the folks from Second Glass are getting us to dress up and get down for a night out of drinking wine.Second Glass is organizing a bar crawl to some of the best bars in Downtown Boston. Second Glass will be hitting up BiNA osteria, Lock Ober, Woodward and more as part of this wine week fest. There is no price to for attending the event (only $9

bostongalnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-44112070492276945042010-09-16T10:17:00.002-04:002010-09-16T10:29:22.922-04:00

Locavores rejoice- Journeyman, a 36-seat restaurant opened yesterday in Union Square.The restaurant will be offering dinner Wednesday-Sundays, with the occasional special event on a Monday or Tuesday evening. The restaurant offers three-, five-, and seven-course menus (both omnivorous and veggie) with seasonal ingredients sourced from local farms and the dining room’s own garden. The 3 course

bostongalnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-68754949502880696822010-09-12T16:25:00.008-04:002010-09-12T16:52:35.552-04:00

Last week we gave you photos of the Baily and Sage menu, and now a quick review. Bailey and Sage opened recently at 103 State Street, featuring sandwiches and salads. Upon walking into the store, there are two lines, the closer one for salads, where you walk through the line specifying the ingredients and toppings you want, and the second line towards the back where you can order a sandwich.

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The website for Bailey and Sage (www.baileyandsage.com) is not ready yet, but the restaurant is open at 103 State Street serving salads, sandwiches, and wraps for around $10. Hoping to get a chance to go, but in the meantime pictures of the menu are located below since their menu seemingly cannot be found anywhere else.

g funknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-64140746755693553232010-09-08T10:49:00.000-04:002010-09-08T23:18:40.238-04:00

Both Boston and Somerville are getting two new local bar/restaurants this week as the Foundry on Elm opens in Davis Square and Darryl's Corner Bar & Kitchen opens on Columbus Ave in Boston.The folks behind the Independent in Union Square bring you The Foundry on Elm, which opened to the public last week. The Foundry is replacing the old Bowl and Board and Jimmy Tingle Theater location. The

bostongalnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-90816141070670541952010-09-02T08:38:00.004-04:002010-09-02T08:51:52.254-04:00

From the folks behind Dorchester's dBar comes Deuxave (pronounced doo-ave). Deuxave at 371 Commonwealth Ave (corner of Mass Ave and Comm) is officially open this weekend folks, but has already been softly opening. :)The restaurant will be featuring "American Nouveau Cuisine" with concentration on using seasonal, farm-fresh local ingredients. The cuisine is strongly rooted in the nouvelle

bostongalnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-90027490554626116982010-08-24T12:46:00.005-04:002010-08-24T13:10:37.282-04:00

Recently opened on Devonshire Street is D'Guru, a lunchtime spot for Indian food. Prior cravings for Indian food were only partially satisfied by trips to Indian Entrees at the Corner Mall or Bombay Club in Faneuil Hall, with perhaps an occasional trip to the fancier Mantra.At D'Guru, entree combos are 6.95 for vegetarian, 7.95 for chicken, 8.95 for lamb, and 9.95 for seafood. Samosas are 1.50.

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The newest Lyons Group restaurant, Towne is open for business. It's sure to be a hit, considering Jasper White (Summer Shack) and Lydia Shire (Scamp, Lock Ober) are the chefs behind it! For more info on Towne, check out its website here.

bostongalnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-74806629562750144212010-08-17T15:38:00.002-04:002010-08-17T15:59:00.367-04:00

Is it just me, or does Jaws turning 35 years old make you feel ancient too? Good. Well come by the Somerville Theater Thursday and Friday and enjoy some beer and sharks!Watch Jaws at Somerville Theater and drink some Narg. Four showings each on Thursday and Friday (Narragansett Beer is sponsoring the event. However, no free beers :( ). For info on schedule of movie times, click here.

bostongalnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-39483547808535201182010-08-14T15:24:00.003-04:002010-08-14T15:34:44.626-04:00

Tomorrow down at 500 Harrison Ave (SoWA market area) from 1-6pm b.good is hosting a family BBQ for local artist Sidewalk Sam and his organization, ArtStreet.For $15 at the door (kids are free) the BBQ is offering local burgers, local beer, & local bands. A ticket gets you burgers, veggie burgers, hot dogs, corn, salads, ice cream, shakes, a beer, live music, and live sidewalk art.Click here to

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Legal Seafood adds a new venue today in South Boston - the Legal Raw Pop Up.Legal Raw Pop Up is located on the waterfront by the Fan Pier Cove Marina and Boston Harborwalk. This new outdoor restaurant is a self-service café offers a limited menu of summertime favorites including lobster rolls, hot dogs, clam chowder, shrimp, oysters and burgers along with wine, beer and cocktails. Legal Raw is

bostongalnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-16430149641547077432010-07-28T09:31:00.000-04:002010-07-28T09:31:00.198-04:00

Enjoy a free day at the MFA this Friday from 10am-9:45pm. That's right, those of you 21 and over can get into Summer Fridays for FREE!Enjoy free general admission to explore the MFA's galleries, exhibitions, and guided tours. Guests 21 and older also get in free to MFA Summer Fridays, which this Friday from 5:30pm-9:30pm offers a bar and live music from Little Bang Quintet. For a listing of all

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It's hard to tell from Coming Soon signs when a restaurant might actually open (interminably long for UBurger on Tremont St ... not too long for Bostone Pizza on Batterymarch St). In any case, there's more Coming Soon signs for restaurants sprouting up around the city. See what some of them are ...Boloco (yup, another one of them) - at 569 Boylston St, the old Winston Flowers locationPetit

g funknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-72249527738486345412010-07-15T09:27:00.002-04:002010-07-15T09:36:44.501-04:00

For many of us, Helmand is the go to for those craving Afghan food in the Boston area. Thankfully, for those in Allston/Brighton, there is a new location closer to home.So far reviews have been stellar with friendly waitstaff and a variety of options for both vegetarianism and meat lovers. And thankfully, the prices seem very reasonable. For a look at the menu and more, click here. Ariana is

bostongalnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-29340235201327843792010-07-13T14:00:00.001-04:002010-07-13T14:00:00.687-04:00

Eat, drink and watch trailers! The Brattle’s summer celebration is back! Join the Brattle for a night of fabulous (and fabulously horrible) trailers from the Brattle’s collection.Enjoy trailers from the Brattle’s collection, terrific live music from Poverty Line Band, BBQ at Casablanca, cold, refreshing PBR, and, of course, a ton of fun! For the fourth year, we’ll also be featuring the finalists

bostongalnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-89443879148022399272010-07-09T14:29:00.002-04:002010-07-09T14:33:34.682-04:00

This year, three free movies are scheduled for Mondays in July:July 12th GremlinsJuly 19th BeetlejuiceJuly 26th Where The Wild Things AreAll movies are at Devotion School Field, 345 Harvard St., near Coolidge Corner.All shows are free and open to the public and begin at dusk (approximately 8:30 p.m.).Bring your picnic blanket or folding chair for comfortable viewing under the stars.For more info,

Tzillahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18263167399550007572noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-50062031699629571882010-07-09T08:56:00.003-04:002010-07-09T09:04:12.404-04:00

The past few days the Great Lawn at Post Office Square has undergone a transformation. A lot of Asian lanterns have been hung, high tables set, and a stage erected. All of this is for the movie 'What's Your Number?' A sign says there will be movie stars in the area, but looking at the IMDB page for the movie, the term "stars" is probably used a bit liberally ;)

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Leisure Station opened a few weeks ago in Kendall Square, near by the Genzyme building and offers an array of tea, treats and karaoke!At Leisure Station, they are going the extra mile with bubble tea by customizing it any way you like, whether it be decaf, lactose-free or soy milk, etc. What's also nice to see - they make the boba, bubble or tapioca pearls every 2 hours. Talk about fresh. Regular

bostongalnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-68479284825392266002010-07-08T13:43:00.003-04:002010-07-08T13:51:05.091-04:00

Just read about some new restaurants and cafes in Somerville. The old Bowl and Board and Jimmy's location on Elm Street in Davis Sq will be a new restaurant, lounge and theater called the Foundry. The Foundry will be open (hopefully) in August, with a raw bar, with beer and wine specialties. Up on Highland Ave, a new Chocolate bakery opened, called The Chocolate Tarte. The bakery sells cakes,

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This week, Flatbread Pizza reopened the Davis Square favorite - Sacco's Bowling Haven. As someone who haunted the old alley, the combination of pizza and beer are a nice addition to this great place. Flatbread Pizza touts itself as a local, organic pizza/salad restaurant, which it is. The menu features a good variety of classic and specialty pizzas, and the salads feature a light dressing with

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Starting this Thursday night, the ICA once again partners with Berklee College of Music to present HarborWalk Sounds, the free summer concerts on the Boston waterfront. HarborWalk Sounds takes place on the ICA’s stunning Putnam Investments Plaza (100 Northern Ave, Boston) from 6 – 8:30 p.m. on Target Free Thursday Nights in July and August. For a full list of musicians, click here.

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Boston's French Culture Center is celebrating its 35th Bastille Day on Friday night with a fun and food filled street party in the Back Bay. The 35th French Cultural Center Bastille Day celebration returns to Marlborough Street for what promises to be the street party of the summer! This year’s line-up, programmed by World Music/CRASHarts, Inc., features two incredible francophone acts: Caravan

bostongalnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-82161376165541860972010-07-05T10:35:00.000-04:002010-07-05T10:35:00.762-04:00

The Peabody Essex Museum is always a great trip, and this new event happening this Thursday is just another good reason.As history class should have taught you, the Mayans loved their caco, or chocolate and gave it as gifts to the gods. Recent archaeological research has confirmed that a fermented chocolate "beer" preceded the non-alcoholic chocolate drinks of the New World. Chocolate continues

bostongalnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-78099790072008313222010-07-01T08:44:00.003-04:002010-07-01T09:10:30.889-04:00

When I lived in Davis Square in my early 20s, I adored Sacco's Bowling - niot only for its retro vibe, but more importantly for it's candle pin bowling - the only type I'm remotely good at! And thankfully, after a short period of rehab, it's back, with food!As I learned from Thrillist today, Flatbread Co.revived the old Saccos into a more modern bowl/bar/restaurant by completely gutting the place

bostongalnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-33540109015401522972010-06-30T12:14:00.003-04:002010-06-30T12:23:44.518-04:00

Chutney's, a new Indian restaurant, has moved into the old Flat Patties location in the Garage at 36 JFK Street and is opening today. The menu is based on wraps of Indian classics like chicken Marsala and sides like samosas (all the wraps are made with Indian flat bread). Their is a variety of specialty Indian drinks and chutneys for your meal too. I'm not clear on the pricing, but I've heard

bostongalnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-35603649650974104192010-06-18T10:00:00.003-04:002010-06-18T16:12:27.438-04:00

Recently, we managed to get our arses over to Kendall Sq. in Cambridge to check out the newly opened ThinkTank Restaurant/bar/lounge. Here is our brief review. Enjoy!ThinkTank is definitely is a change to Kendall Sq. scene. It's not quite pub & bar such as Cambridge Brewing Company, Tommy Doyle's and Flat Top Johnny's, but it's not quite the foodie's paradise such as Hungry Mother. It is

SangLadhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14757008240183603186noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-4663151496763043202010-06-18T09:41:00.000-04:002010-06-18T09:41:00.635-04:00

For the second year Berklee is bringing free musical entertainment throughout the summer.On select Saturdays throughout June, July and August, visitors to historic Fort Warren will be captivated by the sounds of Berklee’s notable up-and-comers playing original jazz, bluegrass, soul pop, indie rock and more while taking in the sites of Georges Island.Take No Prisoners: Berklee at Fort Warren is

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Do you love Neil Patrick Harris and Joss Whedon? Well, aren't you in luck! Cause tomorrow night at the Coolidge you can enjoy a Dr. Horrible Sing-Along. On Friday, June 18th we will be screening Joss Whedon's award-winning Internet musical sensation Dr. Horrible’s Sing-Along Blog featuring a shadowcast performance by The Teseracte Players of Boston, followed by a special treat: A shadowcast of

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South End just got a new restaurant - The Gallows, which opened this week in the old Sage location.The Gallows is a new American bar feel that I've heard from some early reviews has a pointed The Gallows to a real affordable place, such as the apparently delicious $9 burger and a peanut butter, chocolate, marshmallow creme brûlée ! The bar shucked the bowled pretzels for Pepperidge Farm goldfish

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Think Tank in Kendall Square and Noche in the South End open this week. Think Tank has a soft opening today, and Noche on Tuesday.Think Tank opens at One Kendall Square today under/near by the Friendly Toast. The Tank is a new addition to the after work/late night spots in the area with bar bites, interesting entrees (bulgogi burger) and classic cocktails - Manhattan anyone? The old school vibe

bostongalnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-86793192729294504922010-06-10T09:27:00.000-04:002010-06-10T09:27:00.376-04:00

Somerville Local First is hosting a FREE street festival this weekend in Union Square.The street festival will have 50 participating organizations from Local Retailers and Artisans to Farmers, Nonprofits and Artists. SomerFun has something for everyone!Activities include art installations, farming demonstrations (like canning...and we’ll be milking animals!) and multi-cultural youth group dance

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Harvard's newest 30-room boutique hotel, Hotel Veritas, is open and its new lounge is too. Simple Lounge exclusively serves Ice Glen Vodka, Greylock Gin, and Ragged Mountain Rum – each hand crafted in small batches at Berkshire Mountain Distillers, the Berkshire’s first legal distillery since prohibition. They use local crops and fresh water sources - talk about local! The Lounge's beer list

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Join The Phoenix, Vitamin Water, Metro PCS, San Angelo, Casillero del Diablo, and Budweiser on June 8, 9, and 10th from 5-8pm on Summer Street in the heart of Downtown Crossing for the Best Music Week concert series! Three nights of high energy performances, featuring some of the local talent in New England. Free and open to the public, all ages are welcome. For a list of bands and more, click

bostongalnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-22039861326600278092010-06-03T13:12:00.004-04:002010-06-03T13:25:23.545-04:00

Canteen, Cambridge's newest breakfast/lunch/dinner place started its soft opening today.Canteen is filled with a variety of breakfast and lunch sandwiches, using Iggy's bread whenever available. Items were very fresh, and the sandwiches were well portioned and filled with interesting goodies. Most of us stuck to the sandwiches at lunch today, so here's a quick review- the Cubano was spicy, the

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A new cupcake joint is opening up in Brighton Center this weekend!Cherry Bomb will be featuring scones, cupcakes and drinks for the baked good lover. What's nice about their menu too is that its accessible to vegans and the gluten-free folks, that normally have hardships at other bakeries. Cherry Bomb is also offering free Wi-Fi. My choice for cupcake - the Double Chocolate with Chocolate Covered

bostongalnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-51548520824424119472010-05-13T09:02:00.000-04:002010-05-13T09:02:00.464-04:00

Things are happening over at Downtown Crossing - whether its Jazz in July or Art Fridays. Tonight, head over to Summer Street near Macy's for music, drinks and more.The Boston Phoenix and WFNX radio are sponsoring the “Downtown Crossing Block Parties” every Thursday evening on Summer Street in Downtown Crossing. The bloc parties are FREE outdoor events in association with Anheuser Busch and will

bostongalnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-23294420310133425032010-05-10T10:58:00.000-04:002010-05-10T10:58:00.547-04:00

Liberty Hotel has a great series of events, from Fashionably Late to Yoga on the Yard. To add to this roster, they have added a new dog and dog lovers party.From 5:30pm-8:00pm in the Yard, dogs and owners can enjoy snacks and drinks (Clink snack menu is offered for owners). There is no admission fee and the event is weather dependent. For more information, email yappierhour@libertyhotel.com or

bostongalnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-42776039564524256252010-04-28T08:48:00.004-04:002010-04-28T08:56:37.441-04:00

This Friday night the Arts at the Armory in Somerville is hosting a great food event for the ethnic food lover in all of us. Sample the delicious tastes from participating immigrant owned Somerville restaurants at YUM: A Taste of Immigrant City. Some of the participating restaurants include: Machu Picchu Charcoal Chicken & Grill (Peruvian), Fasika (Ethiopian), Highland Creole Cuisine and Cafe

bostongalnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-87873032067001952132010-04-23T10:30:00.002-04:002010-04-23T10:37:03.521-04:00

Enjoy the kick off to the Cambridge Science Festival this weekend with their Big Top Carnival featuring science fun for all ages. This Saturday from noon to 4pm at the Main Cambridge Public Library Branch (449 Broadway) enjoy variety of science fun like Pfizer blue slime, learn about what the pharmaceutical companies are doing and one of my favorites, find out about liquid nitrogen ice cream

bostongalnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-9838111449156023332010-04-13T12:09:00.000-04:002010-04-13T12:09:00.140-04:00

Join Second Glass for their annual Wine Riot event at the Cyclorama. On Friday and Saturday, swirl,sniff and sip over 250 new wines from all over the globe, soak up knowledge from the experts at Crash Course Wine Seminars and grab tasty food pairings under $5 from the hottest local restaurants (Legal Seafood, Masa, Upper Crust, and Tremont 647 to name a few). In addition to the wine, the event

bostongalnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-86634374940831360242010-04-09T09:03:00.002-04:002010-04-09T09:09:18.206-04:00

Join the 19th Century Society for a really old-school pub crawl tomorrow, though the classic bars of Boston. The group will meet promptly at 5:30 PM at Eastern Standard (528 Commonwealth Avenue) for classic cocktails and complimentary appetizers; then proceed to Red Hat Café; Union Oyster House; Bell in Hand Tavern; and, if you are still sober, head to one of my favorites, Drink. 19th century

bostongalnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-88071497306084489022010-04-06T13:14:00.002-04:002010-04-06T13:28:36.493-04:00

The folks behind Central Square's Clear Conscious Cafe are bringing a new join into the Harvard/Porter Sq area - a locally and organic bistro. Rafiki Bistro's objective is to create a premier Bistro built around an organic and all natural offering whenever possible - or, sustainable. The bistro will be offering breakfast, lunch and dinner. The dinner menu previews have everything from potato

bostongalnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-37788539376760204692010-04-05T09:01:00.003-04:002010-04-05T09:07:41.580-04:00

Davis Square Suneri Boutique opens its 2nd location at 205 Newbury Street. The hours for the new location are Monday-Friday 11am-7pm, Saturday 10am-7pm, and Sunday 11am-6pm.

bostongalnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-26358083972096994052010-03-29T08:47:00.004-04:002010-03-29T08:55:05.076-04:00

A new joint has already filled the old EVOO location in Somerville. Bergamot, a progressive American cuisine restaurant, is soon to be opening up.The menu is not up yet, but for pictures, check out the restaurant's Facebook page. I noticed that they are testing an oxtail ragout with potato gnocchi (yum) and they are going to be open for brunch on Sundays. For more information as it comes, click

bostongalnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-82556198030072701232010-03-26T10:18:00.000-04:002010-03-26T10:18:00.233-04:00

I found this event and thought it was worth pointing out to those of you getting ready for travel this year - Saturday, March 27th enjoy easier passport services at the federal headquarters in Boston.On Saturday, March 27 only, you will not need an appointment to apply for a U.S. passport at a regional passport agency. You will be able to apply for either routine processing or pay an additional

bostongalnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-51233075408438982162010-03-24T08:23:00.000-04:002010-03-24T08:23:00.173-04:00

Lobby Bar is hosting Mid Week Treats the next few Wednesdays for ladies. Enjoy cocktails, $3-$5 appetizers and other special treats.Each Wednesday from 6:00pm-9:00pm, Lobby features a girls night with new creative cocktails and local businesses such as hair salons, spas, boutiques, jewelry designers, tarot card readers, etc. for complimentary or heavily discounted products. Tonight will feature

bostongalnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-82163860710956200742010-03-23T05:48:00.000-04:002010-03-23T05:48:00.179-04:00

Enjoy a free cone at the Ben & Jerry's of your choice. If you are in the Boston/Cambridge area, stop by the Newbury Street, Harvard Sq/Garage location or the Park Plaza location today! Click here for other locations. Available 12pm-8pm.

bostongalnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-26881121380267292132010-03-18T12:23:00.003-04:002010-03-18T12:30:59.790-04:00

Recently opened downtown on Devonshire St (next to the closed Grassroots Deli location), is Boston Wine Exchange. If seeing the beautiful shelves of wine and liquor and refrigerators of beer isn't enough to entice you, maybe their tasting events and wine tasting machine will do the trick.The hours are convenient, but seem to be tailored to the downtown area office schedules (Mon-Sat 9 to 9, Sun

g funknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-22319516319379604312010-03-16T22:54:00.003-04:002010-03-16T22:59:23.145-04:00

Some of us may have known it as the small Tibetan restaurant or the recent home to the Holland Street Cafe, but there is a new place is in town - Istanbul'lu.The new Turkish cafe is going to be offering Turkish food and other delights. No word on when the new spot will open, but signs are going up in the window, so hopefully soon. Istanbul'lu is located right next to PJ O'Ryans at 237 Holland St.

bostongalnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-65575747207187742262010-03-12T07:00:00.000-05:002010-03-12T07:00:03.621-05:00

RIP Corey Haim. I loved you in License to Drive, Dream a Little Dream, and of course, the Lost Boys. And tonight, to celebrate your movie career, the Brattle Theater is showing the Lost Boys at 10:00pm. Adult tickets are $9.75. Enjoy!!

bostongalnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-17073478220647524362010-03-11T10:23:00.001-05:002010-03-11T12:05:24.769-05:00

J.LO did recently come out with a single on some famous footwear, so it's not surprising there is a high heel club for ladies out there. So tomorrow night, head over to Beacon Hill's Hampshire House for some cocktails and shoe watching.Hello Stiletto's "High Heel Happy Hour" is on Friday from 5-8pm at the Hampshire House. Put on your favorite footwear and come enjoy cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, and

bostongalnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-55161586042228315672010-03-03T13:25:00.003-05:002010-03-03T13:33:09.366-05:00

So NM Boston is hosting a party Thursday night filled with fashion, music and more.Starting at 6:00 p.m. enjoy The Art of Fashion® tribute, benefiting The Women’s Lunch Place, visit the Mandarin Oriental “inspired M Bar” and receive a key and a chance to “Unlock your Fashion Fantasies” and enjoy makeovers by makeup artists from Le Métier de Beauté and a jazz performance by Ski Johnson. This list

bostongalnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-63567913732133455682010-02-24T08:42:00.001-05:002010-02-24T08:42:00.601-05:00

Poe’s Kitchen at the Rattlesnake is bringing the Olympic Games to Boston – Wii Style. Tomorrow from 6:00pm-9:00pm join fellow miis and play wii. Try to win medals, enjoy $5 Olympic inspired cocktails and complimentary, globally inspired fare. Folks at the Rattlesnake are even going to have an ice luge on the roof!! Best part of the event? A portion of the $10 cover charge will go to the Special

bostongalnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-37445667390857340882010-02-22T10:30:00.000-05:002010-02-22T10:30:01.271-05:00

Head over to the Middlesex Lounge in Central Square tonight for Nerd Nite, a gathering of nerds, their ideas, drinking and those who love all of the above. So what is Nerdnite? It's a monthly event (last Monday's of the month) where nerds get together and drink beer and give power point presentations to other nerds on subjects that are ostensibly of great interest to nerds. Tonight's talks are:

bostongalnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-787159438593835562010-02-21T17:45:00.002-05:002010-02-21T18:00:40.397-05:00

Folks in the downtown area can rejoice that UBURGER will add a location at 140 Tremont St ... near the Park St T stop, in the Stearns building, next to the Lambert's market there. If you're wondering why we're giving such specific information on the location it's because a good and reasonable burger is hard to come by in the downtown area.Burger options in the area come down to fast food, bars,

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Roadhouse BBQ in Brookline near Washington Square is turning into American Craft, a new bbq and bar venue. The menu still touts beer and beef and beer with menu items such as stout braised short rib plated w/ wilted spinach and whipped potatoes and the "craft your own" burger menu section that features burger meets of beef, spice trail turkey and veggie with up to 27 toppings. Sounds like a

bostongalnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-7860013886033070422010-02-18T13:04:00.002-05:002010-02-18T13:12:28.085-05:00

It's become a spring and fall tradition in Boston to have Restaurant Week, where many local restaurants participate by offering three-course lunch menus for $20.10 and dinner menus $33.10. Dates are March 14-19 and March 21-26.For a list of participating restaurants and their menus (most) visit this site.Reservations are encouraged - availability at some of the most popular locations are

g funknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-73220724944424331482010-02-18T12:40:00.002-05:002010-02-18T12:51:04.682-05:00

Sadly Grass Roots Deli will be closing their 183 Devonshire St location on February 26th. The owner mentioned not being able to reach an agreement with the landlord as a reason for closing. This is truly unfortunate as their lunchtime options were always great - oven roasted turkey for sandwiches or plates (where you always ended up wishing there was more delicious turkey) and specials of pork

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If you don't want to spend the day watching Ashton Kutcher in Valentine's Day coming out tomorrow, may I recommend a weekend of singing to Moulin Rouge and 80s hits?Coolidge Corner Theater is hosting a double whammy of sing-a-long this weekend with Moulin Rouge on Friday night and 80s Love Songs on Saturday. Can it get any better?! For more info, click here. Members of Coolidge pay $8, non member

bostongalnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-44580711667524690072010-02-10T07:20:00.001-05:002010-02-10T07:20:00.822-05:00

I have to admit, I am not a big V-day person...perhaps it's because I've never gotten flowers...awww...no, just kidding. But I will admit this year I'm happy to say there is a lot going on for lovahs, and those who are looking for one. Here are my picks.Friday-For those of you who follow the Love Letters blog on Boston.com, you may want to check out their party at Noir on Friday night - 8:00pm-10

bostongalnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-91099725004206165102010-02-09T12:36:00.005-05:002010-02-09T13:11:57.570-05:00

Yesterday Pressed Sandwiches announced that they are temporarily closing their doors - signs to lease their Oliver St location are already in the window. No specific reason has been mentioned yet for their closing. In the meantime, a new sandwich place, Theo's Sandwich Shop, opened a couple doors down a few weeks ago. Theo's is in a very small location (takeout) and focuses on cheap and large

g funknoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-80599190093650465152010-02-08T07:30:00.005-05:002010-02-08T07:30:00.651-05:00

So we hit up the sneak peek party at Stoddards Fine Food and Ale last week and looks like Boston has another VIP club in the works. See our video at Stoddards' event after the jump.Stoddards in located in Downtown Crossing in an old historic building, once the home of a cutlerly shop with the same name. The owners, which own Ivy Restaurant across the street, have been working hard stripping the

bostongalnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-51480620218898318482010-02-04T08:59:00.002-05:002010-02-04T09:03:26.429-05:00

So tha Pats are not in the Superbowl, but who cares. New Orleans could use some good news like a Superbowl Champ so I'm going to be eating wings and cheering for the Saints. But before Sunday, I'm going to get my BBQ-on at the Formaggio Kitchen Superbowl BBQ. This Saturday and Sunday (February 6-7) at Formaggio Kitchen in Cambridge, join the team as they hold two special wintertime sessions of

bostongalnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-20249876383767074802010-01-26T12:35:00.003-05:002010-01-26T12:44:32.533-05:00

Apparently old school games are in thing. Tomorrow night (Wednesday, Jan 27th)Union Square in Somerville hosts the 2nd Annual Rock, Paper, Scissors Tourney and Bella Luna/Milky Way in JP features Bingo. Fun on either side of the river!The Rock, Paper Scissors Tournament starts at 8:00pm at PA's Lounge, but register with your "battle" name from 6:30 to 7:30pm-the registration fee is just $5.

bostongalnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-80309450555773527982010-01-25T13:03:00.000-05:002010-01-25T13:03:00.178-05:00

The folks over at EatBoston are hosing an event on Wednesday to support ArtsUnion. Ginger Explosion event will be gathering some of the best in Boston at Grand in Union Sq, Somerville to give their finest ginger themed dish. And you can be there to share in the tasty, gingery glory. Participating restaurants in in Ginger Explosion are: Picco, Ronnarong Thai Tapas, Petit Robert Bistro, Bambara,

bostongalnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-42919709607882498222010-01-21T14:24:00.003-05:002010-01-21T14:26:33.698-05:00

This Saturday (Jan 23rd) enjoy Hot Chocolate Tasting - from 1:00pm-3:00pm at Brattle Plaza (in front of Hidden Sweets) in Harvard Square. Taste samples of Hot Chocolate from some of Harvard Square's Finest Restaurants and Cafés and Vote for the People's Choice Award for Best Hot Chocolate in Harvard Square! There will be musical entertainment and you can always try your hand at ice skating at the

bostongalnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-14126993956747263162010-01-19T17:41:00.002-05:002010-01-21T16:08:36.760-05:00

You may not be Apollo Anton Ono, but you can get excited about the Winter Olympics tonight at the Charles Hotel's party.Friday, Jan. 22nd, 2010, from 7:00pm-10:00pm, for $10 admission enjoy free ice skating rentals, DJ, prize giveaways, and more. Cash bar will be available. Spaces are limited, so RSVP to rsvp@charleshotel.com if you are interested.update: Thanks Anonymous for catching the mistake

bostongalnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-18191884595289159612010-01-18T21:40:00.003-05:002010-01-18T22:19:34.234-05:00

As most everyone knows by now through the countless TV advertisements, news articles, and robo-calls, there is a special election in MA on Tuesday the 19th to fill the Senate seat once held by the late Sen. Ted Kennedy (filled in the interim by Sen. Paul Kirk).The three candidates are:Attorney General Martha Coakley, DemocratState Senator Scott Brown, RepublicanJoe Kennedy, IndependentThis

g funknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-39881119944695999382010-01-15T14:10:00.001-05:002010-01-15T14:13:16.359-05:00

When it comes to Persian restaurants in Boston area, there are few options. Let me see, there is Moby Dick near Symphony, La La Rokh in Beacon Hill, and Jasmine Taste of Persia in Watertown.Now, there is a new Persian restaurant in Coolidge corner, Brookline! It's called "Khayyam Restaurant" and it is a sister restaurant to "Jasmine Taste of Persia". Click "Read more" to read a short review and

SangLadhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14757008240183603186noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-68252749285918940862010-01-13T15:06:00.005-05:002010-01-13T16:44:56.333-05:00

Along Cambridge Street, in the old Benatti location, a new Asian restaurant opened in Cambridge called East by Northeast. The restaurant is small restaurant that's a nice addition to the neighborhood. Click on "Read more" to hear the interview!Inman/East Cambridge is known to foodies, and East by Northeast fits in perfectly. The chef has experience working at Hungry Mother and other local

bostongalnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-47717252917259506522010-01-07T13:11:00.002-05:002010-01-07T13:25:47.556-05:00

So two new places have opened - one in Cambridge and one in the Fort Point Channel. So much for the economy hitting the food industry! :)East by Northeast opens this week in Cambridge along Cambridge Street. The restaurant will bring Asian treats such as handmade dumplings, pork belly and a variety of local ales. Click here for Urban Daddy's full review. On the other side of the river, Barlow's

bostongalnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-394946837461475822010-01-07T10:00:00.002-05:002010-01-07T10:00:02.535-05:00

Miss those Free Film Fridays at the Museum of Science? Me too! Well they are back this month. All films at the Mugar Omni Theater are free on Fridays and show include: Antarctica, Dinosaurs Alive! and Adrenaline Rush. Tickets should be picked up day of and are first come, first serve. Click here for more.

bostongalnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-80311445385126184872010-01-05T08:38:00.003-05:002010-01-05T08:44:20.547-05:00

So since the blog's beginnings, we've seen three different cafes/restaurants open along Elm Street...first it was O'Natural's, then Boloco, then Green Tomato 2 and now, Pizzeria Posto.Pizzeria Posto will offer wood fired pizza, a wine bar, craft cocktails and small plates. Add in some gelato and I think we got a winner. For news and pictures, check out their Facebook page here.

bostongalnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-27853012034686422042009-12-31T08:53:00.005-05:002009-12-31T09:07:22.860-05:00

No, I don't mean the hangover film...these are things to do to get over your hangover you are building up tonight. How does free ice skating and cupcakes sound?There are a bunch of brunch options for you on Friday (new Parish Cafe in the South End, Toro, Johnny D's, Sound Bites, etc) and of course movies (Avatar, anyone?) but how about after brunch you skate the day away? DCR is offering "First

bostongalnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-85125945826121045912009-12-30T08:48:00.004-05:002009-12-30T09:21:11.599-05:00

So maybe I shouldn't have been the first Boston on the go-er to head over to Coppa, Ken Oringer's and Jamie Bissonnette's new Italian joint. I am a big fan of Toro, their Spanish Tapas restaurant, so I came in biased and ready to eat.Little did I know the wait would be an over two hour wait (both Toro and Coppa do not take reservations)but the staff was very nice to recommend other bars in the

bostongalnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-86068196281271392732009-12-29T10:13:00.003-05:002009-12-29T10:19:43.926-05:00

This year the folks behind the Boston Common summer Shakespeare festival are bringing us some winter tales in the Fort Point Channel. The Project will be performing "A Midsummer Night’s Dream" in a gutted warehouse and will be performing other plays later in the year. Midsummer runs at Midway Studios from December 30-January 24. Catch it before January 1st and tickets are only $20-$30, and after

bostongalnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-25892952207301858092009-12-28T09:47:00.002-05:002009-12-28T09:52:05.968-05:00

I've always thought that First Night is for families, but there is some fun stuff that the rest of us can enjoy. Here's a list of a few things I would check out. Most of these events will require a First Night Button for entry. For details on where to get a button or to order online (you get $3 off online) check out www.firstnight.org.1. Commonwealth Shakespeare Company @ St. Paul’s CathedralFrom

bostongalnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-34998187261258842312009-12-22T11:23:00.006-05:002009-12-22T11:40:00.237-05:00

As usual, holiday songs have been hammering into our consciousness the day after Thanksgiving. Personally, I am not too much a fan of holiday songs... I like them in minute doses. So, this is for all those peeps who share the same sentiment with me regarding the holiday music. Here is a little musical treat. I promise this will put a smile on your faces and make you all warm & fuzzy :) Check it

SangLadhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14757008240183603186noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-45443133428994982982009-12-17T09:03:00.005-05:002009-12-17T09:13:32.577-05:00

So the weather out there is pretty frightful and Sportello is making sure you have some fun while you stay inside. This Sunday the restaurant/bakery is hosting a Gingerbread House Workshop. The workshop runs from noon until 5:00pm. Sportello is located at 348 Congress Street. Click here for more. Photo courtesy of Daily Candy.

bostongalnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-13102561787509020092009-12-15T14:10:00.002-05:002009-12-15T14:16:41.680-05:00

As many of you may have heard, the NHL's Winter Classic will be held this New Year's Day in Fenway Park, with the Flyers facing off with the Bruins.Tickets for the actual game are obviously quite difficult to obtain. It may be just as difficult to get the tickets that are available to Boston residents for free skating on that rink on Jan 3 and Jan 10.The boston.com post about this.And the

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Aristo Cafe has recently opened downtown at 92 State Street. Hours are Monday - Saturday 7am to 6pm. The hopes are to add Sunday hours in the future. Coffee, baked goods, and lunch items are served. Breakfast sandwiches will be available starting this Thursday. This is the old Finagle-a-Bagel location on Merchants Row, which sadly closed earlier this year (Sandra, Iris, and Lulu are deeply

g funknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-75605606771217682182009-12-14T06:27:00.001-05:002009-12-14T11:22:55.355-05:00

Head over to the South End to celebrate with the crew at Tremont 647 tonight! Throughout the night the kitchen will be offering hors d'oeuvres for all to enjoy, while the bartenders shake up several of the most delicious classic Tremont cocktails. Mingle with new and old friends, and take a look at Chef Andy Husband's newly released second edition Fearless Chef cookbook, which will be available

bostongalnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-60971716888544364062009-12-10T14:16:00.003-05:002009-12-10T14:21:45.576-05:00

The Beacon Hill Holiday Stroll starts tonight at 5pm ... with a Christmas tree lighting at 7pm at Charles and Mt. Vernon streets. Stroll through the neighborhood shops and restaurants tonight looking for items on your holiday shopping list or for just a bite to eat. There will be a Santa, carolers, and other winter merriment.

g funknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-75250042290937622992009-12-07T21:24:00.002-05:002009-12-07T21:34:34.468-05:00

Tuesday, November 8 is primary day in Massachusetts. So ... remember to vote!This primary will determine which candidates will run for the US Senate seat that was held by Senator Ted Kennedy (held in the interim by Sen. Paul Kirk).The Democratic candidates are:Congressman Michael CapuanoAttorney General Martha CoakleyAlan KhazeiSteve PagliucaThe Republican candidates are:State Sen. Scott

g funknoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-48301573071136182602009-12-03T07:15:00.001-05:002009-12-03T07:15:00.417-05:00

Done with Black Friday and Cyber Monday? Me too. Go out and support your local businesses' at tonight's December Midnight Madness shopping event in Davis Square.For those new to Midnight Madness, local stores will offer sales until midnight at a collection of Davis Square retail stores and restaurants from 6:00pm-12:00am. Shops participating include: Black and Blues, Magpie, Davis Squared, Dave's

bostongalnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-32173450109763661672009-11-22T12:04:00.003-05:002009-11-22T12:21:52.007-05:00

Lord Hobo, or also known as the old "B-Side place" has opened and us bloggers stopped by. The bar is relatively the same as the old location, with new tables and lighting. The menu features two or three pages of beer and wine, and you can order beer by 25 oz. bottle and/or cask. There is a page of cocktails filled with "hobo slang", but I veered towards my old standard. The food menu is rather

bostongalnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5802045936435339880.post-53355320431810892052009-11-20T07:49:00.003-05:002009-11-20T08:06:00.426-05:00

Back Bay has a new hot spot, and that's Symphony 8. The restaurant boast 3 full bars, and two different type of specialty menus and coming soon - a speakeasy area.The first bar/pub is Sinasa, which is an Irish drinking pub featuring Irish breakfast all day (black pudding, here I come!), fish and chips, shepherd's pie and over 60 beers on tap. The pub also features HD TVs for viewing sports.

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