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May Events
Friday May 2
15th Annual "A Taste of the North End"
The 15th Annual "A Taste of the North End" will be held on Friday, May 2nd at the New England Aquarium. Featuring taste sensations from 44 popular North End restaurants and libations from area wine and beer vendors, guests will thrill to a luscious combination of gastric delights and refreshing beverages. Food stations will line the large center tank inside the New England Aquarium, with dancing and desserts in the tent to round out the night. Participating restaurants include Cantina Italiana, Fiore, Lucca, Mamma Maria & Tresca among others. KISS-108 and NECN's TV Diner host Billy Costa will emcee the evening with music from Double Vision. The evening benefits The Cam Neely Foundation for Cancer Care and the schools & recreation centers of the North End providing services to children and neighborhood Senior Programs. Man of the year, Mayor Thomas M. Menino will also be honored.
Saturday May 3
Fireside Chats - Tequila- Compare & Enjoy
School is in session at The Fireplace every other Saturday afternoon when chef-owner Jim Solomon welcomes a whole new batch of food and wine experts to share their knowledge at his informal and informative Fireside Chats. Check out the various sessions and reserve your spot by the fireplace to hear from brewers, vintners and specialty foods purveyors and producers.
Tuesday May 6
Tequila Tuesdays 2 Sushi-Teq
Sushi-Teq at InterContinental Boston presents Tequila Tuesday, every Tuesday throughout the summer. An array of premium vintage tequilas along with specialty cocktails - with emphasis on margaritas (from pomegranate/mango to sweet ginger/honey guava) from a custom-madetequila bar, along with salsa dancing and sushi will be offered. Stop by and enjoy a sexy outdoor evening on the water with salsa music, vintage tequila and sushi. 6 - 9 p.m.
Wednesday May 7
Solo Bistro's "Winter" Wednesday
Solo Bistro on Front Street in downtown Bath Maine continues their "Winter" Wednesday special through June, so come on down for another great 3 course meal for $15.99 every Wednesday!
Mother's Day brunch will be served between 10:30am-4:00pm and will cost $33 per person / $15 Children. For more information and reservations, please call 617.975.1900 and for full menu items visit fireplacerest.com UpStairs on the Square
Upstairs is offering two special menus for Mother's Day. Throughout both dining rooms, a special brunch will be served from 10 am to 3:30 pm, and will feature a seasonal menu of spring specials. The brunch will be $50. Chef Steven Brand's Mother's Day prix fixe menu is $65, and will be served from 5:30 to 8 pm. At 5:30 pm, the Monday Club Bar will open to serve its usual a la carte menu all evening. Reservations suggested, please call 617-864-1933. Bravo Restaurant
Chef Jacqueline has created a splendid menu, available from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., with a wide array of flavorful offerings including savory appetizers, fresh salads, and a tempting selection of desserts. Call 617-369-3474. Meritage Restaurant
Meritage will celebrate Mother's Day with a contemporary brunch menu which includes a display, passed small plates, dessert station with made to order sweets, and a glass of Piper Heidsieck. This is a great opportunity to celebrate with your family. Visit bhh.com. Vinoteca di Monica
Monica’s Chef Jorge Mendoza-Iturralde menu focuses on the preservation of traditional regional dishes, with an unpretentious dedication to the true flavors that make regional Italian cuisine so popular. Call 617-227-0311 or visit trattoriadimonica.com for more information. Beacon Hill Hotel & Bistro
The culinary styling of Executive Chef Jason Bond will be served this Sunday at 10:00AM. The menu will feature choices such as Poached Eggs over House-Cured Salmon, Omelet Fine Herbs and Brioche Cinnamon French Toast. Brunch will cost $38 per person and can be made by calling 617-723-7575. Beacon Hill Hotel & Bistro
The culinary styling of Executive Chef Jason Bond will be served this Sunday at 10:00AM. The menu will feature choices such as Poached Eggs over House-Cured Salmon, Omelet Fine Herbs and Brioche Cinnamon French Toast. Brunch will cost $38 per person and can be made by calling 617-723-7575. The Beehive
Live music, amazing food and one of Boston’s hottest locations all adds up to a perfect Mothers Day at the The Beehive in Boston’s South End. ! Regular menu served a la carte. Reservations suggested by calling 617.423.0069. Chiara
Chef Steven LaCount has already started testing the menu for Mom's big day! Items include Pan Seared Organic Black Pearl Salmon, Herb Roasted Loin of Lamb & Baked Local Haddock Filet. Chef LaCount even keeps kids in mind offering a child friendly healthful menu for the little ones. Mother's Day Menu begins at 11:30 a.m ~ 6:30 p.m. Cost Adults $55 & Children $18, call 781.46 1.8118 for your reservations. Temple Bar
Temple Bar will be offering a unique Mother’s Day menu created specifically with dear old Mom in mind – more traditional moms will enjoy items like Quiche Lorraine or Spring Lamb “Pot Roast,” courtesy of Grafton Street Executive Chef Matthew Richey, while saucier mamas will no doubt opt for dishes like Spanish Chorizo “Migas” or House Cured Black Pepper Salmon, made with love by Temple Bar Executive Chef Tom Berry. Turner Fisheries
Turner Fisheries will prepare a brunch buffet to satisfy the whole family. New England favorites such as Turner’s award-winning clam chowder will be served alongside mouth-watering herb & brioche crusted cod and honey-baked ham with a riesling currant sauce. From at 11:00 – 3:00 PM please call 617.424.7425 or visit www.turnersboston.com. Cost $59 per person and $19 for Children. La Laiterie
Join Matt & Kate at La Laiterie as they lovingly prepare some new takes on Mom's classicsincluding Mom's Meatloaf, or her Tuna Noodle Casserole. For this special brunch, Matt have designed a menu that will bring some down-home Americana cuisine to a new, tasty level! Two seatings will be available 11am and 1pm. Breakfast, lunch- whatever your fancy, bring yer mum & dig in! call 401.274.7177 or visit farmsteadinc.com 33 Restaurant & Lounge
33 is rolling out the red carpet to celebrate Mothers Day with a brunch that offers something for everyone, and a little something extra for Mom. The cost for the brunch is $49.95 per person. Children under 12 eat for $14.95 and Children under 5 years old eat for free Visit 33restaurant.com or call 617- 572-3311 Sasso
Sasso is throwing a Mother’s Day Brunch that starts at 11:30 and runs throughout the day. Chef Anthony Mazzottas four course menu includes selections like Island Creek Oysters marinated with Thai lime and mint, risotto pudding with rhubarb compote and cress salad, salmoriglio frittata, amaretto French toast, Sasso eggs Benedict, and hanger steak with gorgonzola butter. Cost is $45 and reservations are suggested. Visit sassoboston.com for more information. Oak Room
Seating for the Mothers Day Brunch will be offered from 11:15 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., and the dessert buffet will be offered from noon to 4:30 pm in the Oak Bar. While dining, enjoy live piano entertainment as well as a beautiful red rose for all mothers. Visit www.theoakroom.com or call 617.267.5300. Rialto
This year at Rialto have two options for mom and let her choice between Three courses brunch served from 11-2 or a three course dinner offered between 5:30 – 9. Dinner features special recipes from the Rialto Moms. Call 617.661.5050 for reservations Vlora
Make your reservations at Vlora restaurant and let mom eat for free when dinning with a party of 6 or more. Embraces the true Mediterranean lifestyle this mother’s day with dishes that reflect the age-old adage of “eat well and live well.” Call 617.638.9699 and book your table today. Taj Boston
Taj Boston's Mother's Day Buffet celebrates mothers by gathering their loved ones under the sparkling chandeliers of the magical Grand Ballroom. The Cafe is also offering special Mother's Day menus to enjoy while overlooking fashionable Newbury Street. Reservations are required for the seatings at 11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. may be made by calling 617-598-5255. Adults $98 and children $50. Avila
Avila offers flavors of Spain, Portugal, Italy, Greece and France. Many of the dishes are rooted in tradition, however chefs, Rodney Murillo and Paul King have given them a modern twist. Avila will be serving brunch from 11:30am - 3 pm and dinner from 5-10pm. You can choose from their regular menu. Call 617-267-4810 Excelsior
Chef Eric Brennan’s homage to mom takes the form of a three-course prix fixe brunch menu available at Excelsior. Priced at $60 per person, the Mother’s Day brunch menu will be available from 12:30-2:30pm in addition to the regular dinner menu, which will be available from 12:30-8:00pm. Call 617.426.7878. Harvest
Harvest chef Mary Dumont pays tribute to mom with a three-course prix fixe bursting with the flavors of spring. Available from 11:30 am to 7:00pm, the menu costs $60 per person Call 617.868.2255 to book your table. Heather Restaurant
Chef-owner Heather Allen of Heather Restaurant in Mashpee will be serving an extensive a la carte menu in honor of mom. Reserve your table between the hours of 11:00am and 3:00pm by calling 508.539.0025.
Tuesday May 13
Tequila Tuesdays 2 Sushi-Teq
Sushi-Teq at InterContinental Boston presents Tequila Tuesday, every Tuesday throughout the summer. An array of premium vintage tequilas along with specialty cocktails - with emphasis on margaritas (from pomegranate/mango to sweet ginger/honey guava) from a custom-madetequila bar, along with salsa dancing and sushi will be offered. Stop by and enjoy a sexy outdoor evening on the water with salsa music, vintage tequila and sushi. 6 - 9 p.m.
Tuesday May 13
Legal Sea Foods of Framingham
This May Legal Sea Foods of Framingham welcomes the Loire Valley Winery. Make your reservation now for a delectable five course pre-fixe menu, paired with a selection of Loire Valley wines. Each wine is carefully selected to embody and emphasize the full flavors of each culinary selection. Master of Wine, Sandy Block, will join diners as they take their palates on a delicious culinary adventure.
Tuesday May 13
Tomasso Trattoria & Enoteca
Tomasso Trattoria & Enoteca presents a special Bressan Wine Dinner featuring renowned Italian winemaker Fulvio Bressan. Menu items include Grilled Shrimp on a Polenta Crostino, Ravioli filled with Lamb, Pine Nuts and Mint and a Grilled Wild Boar Chop served with a Farro Salad all paired with the perfect selection of Bressan.
Tuesday May 13
80's Ladies Night at Red Sky and Lounge
Red Sky Restaurant & Lounge is going back to the 80's every Tuesday nights with the new "Ladies 80s" nights. A DJ will be spinning your favorite 80's artists, including Cyndi Lauper, Janet Jackson and Madonna, while the restaurant will serve complimentary fabulous food. The evening will feature a complimentary meal including your choice from a select three course menu.
Wednesday May 14
Solo Bistro's "Winter" Wednesday
Solo Bistro on Front Street in downtown Bath Maine continues their "Winter" Wednesday special through June, so come on down for another great 3 course meal for $15.99 every Wednesday!
Wednesday May 14 - Sun, May 18
12th Annual Nantucket Wine Festival
Over the past eleven years the Nantucket Wine Festival has become one of the country's most celebrated and prestigious wine and food events.
Saturday May 17
Fireside Chats - Mixing Martinis, Traditional to Raspberry Lime Ricky
School is in session at The Fireplace every other Saturday afternoon when chef-owner Jim Solomon welcomes a whole new batch of food and wine experts to share their knowledge at his informal and informative Fireside Chats. Check out the various sessions and reserve your spot by the fireplace to hear from brewers, vintners and specialty foods purveyors and producers.
Monday May 19
Cooking Class with Personal Chef JJ Gonson -The Art of Home Cooking
In this course let JJ Gonson help you think of cooking as an art form. The goal is to help you to feel comfortable walking into the kitchen armed only with your instinct for flavor, color and texture, and to encourage you to put down the recipes and rely on your senses. You will explore creating with ingredients and flavors, focusing on why things taste the way they do, some kitchen tricks and even a little bit of food science, to achieve our goal: a healthy, fresh and delicious meal. Together, we will prepare a full dinner, including a fresh salad, entree, side dishes and dessert, and then we will sit down and enjoy it together while we discuss what we have been doing. Come prepared to laugh and learn.
Tuesday May 20
Tequila Tuesdays 2 Sushi-Teq
Sushi-Teq at InterContinental Boston presents Tequila Tuesday, every Tuesday throughout the summer. An array of premium vintage tequilas along with specialty cocktails - with emphasis on margaritas (from pomegranate/mango to sweet ginger/honey guava) from a custom-madetequila bar, along with salsa dancing and sushi will be offered. Stop by and enjoy a sexy outdoor evening on the water with salsa music, vintage tequila and sushi. 6 - 9 p.m.
Wednesday May 21
Solo Bistro's "Winter" Wednesday
Solo Bistro on Front Street in downtown Bath Maine continues their "Winter" Wednesday special through June, so come on down for another great 3 course meal for $15.99 every Wednesday!
Thursday May 22
Cooking Class with Personal Chef JJ Gonson - Cooking for Kids
As parents, you worry about what your kids eat from the time they are babies through school. Although you can't control what they eat when they are out of our sight, you can make up for it with what they eat at home. If given the chance, many kids will choose that wide range from spaghetti to macaroni, but there are lots of ways to get healthy and nourishing things into them at breakfast and dinner time. In this class join JJ and explore some classic recipes for kid food, including homemade granola, macaroni and cheese from scratch, homemade pizza, and good, simple preparations for fresh veggies and sauces to dip them in. You will even discuss food for babies and toddlers.
Thursday May 22
Wellness Networking Luncheon at Vlora
Vlora presents Cynthia Gompers, NMD International Health& Wellness Educator, for a informational lunch on Family Nutrition. Anti-Aging, Disease Prevention, Weight Management, Performance & Vitality will be topics of discussion.
Tuesday May 27
Tequila Tuesdays 2 Sushi-Teq
Sushi-Teq at InterContinental Boston presents Tequila Tuesday, every Tuesday throughout the summer. An array of premium vintage tequilas along with specialty cocktails - with emphasis on margaritas (from pomegranate/mango to sweet ginger/honey guava) from a custom-madetequila bar, along with salsa dancing and sushi will be offered. Stop by and enjoy a sexy outdoor evening on the water with salsa music, vintage tequila and sushi. 6 - 9 p.m.
Tuesday May 27 - Friday May 30
Avila Celebrates Tudela
Avila Modern Mediterranean restaurant will celebrate Tudela, Spain’s annual spring Vegetable Festival - Exaltaciòn de la Verdura.Located in Northern Spain on the Ebro River in the province of Navarra, Tudela is a city renowned for growing more vegetables than anywhere else in the world! Each spring, the city celebrates its bountiful harvest with a feast that lasts for several weeks and incorporates the ripe fruits and vegetables into local dishes. During Avila’s Exaltaciòn de la Verdura, diners will have the opportunity to experience this wonderful festival without having to leave Boston. Executive Chef Rodney Murillo has created a special 5 Course Pre-Fixe Menu that celebrates this Spanish 5 Course Pre-Fixe Menu that celebrates this Spanish city’s native dishes!
Wednesday May 28
Step into Summer
When young, passionate professionals get together for a night of social networking and social consciousness, incredible things can happen—and the upcoming Kitchen Cabinet event at the Four Seasons Boston will be no exception! The evening will include tasty BBQ delights with all your favorite fixings and classics like mouth-watering pies prepared Four Seasons style. This annual celebration of summer is one you can't miss!
Wednesday May 28
Solo Bistro's "Winter" Wednesday
Solo Bistro on Front Street in downtown Bath Maine continues their "Winter" Wednesday special through June, so come on down for another great 3 course meal for $15.99 every Wednesday!
Thursday May 29
Music of the Winiker Orchestra at Upstairs
Probably their most popular event, again Upstairs on the Square brings you Bo and Bill for Thursday nights this winter and spring. Come visit the Monday Club Bar and help strike up the band, and dance until you drop. The old-fashioned glamour of a dinner dance with all your favorite tunes from swing to the fox trot. Come with friends, come single, or bring Prince or Princess Charming. Just come and dance in the spring with Upstairs at this most romantic of evenings.
Saturday May 31
Fireside Chats - Reisling/Guwerztraminer
School is in session at The Fireplace every other Saturday afternoon when chef-owner Jim Solomon welcomes a whole new batch of food and wine experts to share their knowledge at his informal and informative Fireside Chats. Check out the various sessions and reserve your spot by the fireplace to hear from brewers, vintners and specialty foods purveyors and producers.
Outdoor Dining Destinations 2008
Back Bay / Fenway
Bouchee
boucheebrasserie.com Brasserie Jo
brasseriejo.com Bravo
mfa.org Eastern Standard
easternstandardboston.com Foundation Lounge
thefoundationlounge.com Panificio
panificioboston.com Stephanie's On Newbury
stephaniesonnewbury.com Vlora
vloraboston.com Cambridge / Sommerville
Bambara Restaurant
bambara-cambridge.com The Blue Room
theblueroom.net Dante
restaurantdante.com Harvest
harvestcambridge.com Henrietta's Table
henriettastable.com OM
omrestaurant.com Temple Bar
templebarcambridge.com Z Square
z-square.com Downtown
Avila Restaurant
avilarestaurant.com The Barking Crab
barkingcrab.com blu restaurant and café at The Sports Club/LA
blurestaurant.com Chart House
chart-house.com Houston's
hillstone.com Intrigue
bhh.com Kingfish Hall
toddenglish.com Miel "Brasserie Provencal"
intercontinentalboston.com Red Sky Restaurant & Lounge
redskyboston.com Sushi-TEQ
intercontinentalboston.com North End / Charlestown
Copia
copiarestaurant.com Ristorante Fiore
ristorantefiore.com Trattoria Il Paninio
trattoriailpanino.com South End
33 Restaurant & Lounge
33restaurant.com Beehive
beehiveboston.com/ Masa
masarestaurant.com Sibling Rivalry
siblingrivalryboston.com Stella Restaurant
bostonstella.com And Beyond
North
Ten Center Street Restaurant | Newburyport MA
tencenterstreet.com West
Blue Ginger | Wellesley
ming.com Chiara | Westwood
chiarabistro.com Incontro | Franklin
incontrorestaurant.com Samba Steak House & Sushi | Framingham
sambaframingham.com Destinations
American Seasons | Nantucket, MA
americanseasons.com Atlantica | Camden, ME
cohassetharborresort.com Cinque Terre | Portland, ME
cinqueterremaine.com Eve's | Portland, ME
portlandharborhotel.com Mangowood | Woodstock, VT
lincolninn.com Sharky's Cantina | Oak Bluffs, MA
sharkyscantina.com Vignola | Portland, ME
vignolamaine.com Windows on the Water | Kennebunk, ME
windowsonthewater.com
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