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March 2008 - Posts
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The name Olécito means 'little Olé' – larger sibling Olé Mexican Grill is across the street – and taco aficionados are giving a big cheer for the arrival of this Inman Square takeout’s quick-and-cheap Mexican Read More...
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Privus is a new glam Asian outpost in Allston. photo: Mike Ritter With its ship-shaped bar, podlike booths and wavy lines, Privus , a glam Asian outpost, may offer up a trendy under-the-sea vibe, but it’s the artfully presented sushi and inventive Read More...
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Dishwashing utensil in my gumbo tainted the meal. Read More...
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One indie burger joint replaces another when UBurger , known for its freshly ground beef burgers and hand-cut fries, opens its second locale in the former home of the short-lived Grille Zone by Boston University. Students should be able to begin enjoying Read More...
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Mother knows best at Hungry Mother, a friendly, midpriced Contemporary American with a Southern drawl located near Cambridge’s Kendall Square Theater, where the chef taps his Virginia roots to produce everything from true grits – and boiled Read More...
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New England specialties are the focal points of Johnnie's on the Side , a spacious sports-and movie-memorabilia-bedecked restaurant near North Station and TD Banknorth Garden in the space once occupied by Anthem; floor-to-ceiling windows brighten Read More...
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Sure, everyone loves to hear about hot new restaurants, but equally intriguing are sleepers – those lesser-known gems that folks in-the-know like to keep to themselves in order to keep the crowds at bay. Whether it’s a cozy little corner, Read More...
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On Thursday, March 27th, the 13th annual Taste of the Back Bay features signature food and drink from area restaurants including Eastern Standard , Jasper White's Summer Shack , L'Espalier , The Oak Room , Sorellina , Vlora and more. The Taste Read More...
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The service is like a bad high school play: warm, well-meaning and completely inept. Read More...
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Head on over to the West End – Johnnie’s on the Side debuts to the public today at 4 PM. Decorated with authentic sports, music and political memorabilia (thanks to co-owner John Caron, a former property manager at Fenway Park who amassed Read More...
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Vintage, which opened in West Roxbury in August 2005 on the site of the former Fontaine’s Restaurant, abruptly closed on Monday, March 17th. An outgoing phone message and a note on the door stated that the restaurant is "closed for renovations," Read More...
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Every Sunday night, Rocca serves a two-course supper for $22. The menu is set and here's what's in store for the coming weeks (5–9 PM; 617-451-5151). March 23: Frittata with grilled Tuscan ham, mizuna and Parmigiano Reggiano, followed by Read More...
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Tea sandwich trio by Michael Psilakis, chef-owner of NYC haute Greek Anthos photo: Alan "Battman" Batt View Slideshow When top toques make a sandwich, the humble meal you can hold in your hand gets dressed up with gourmet ingredients and surprising Read More...
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606 Congress photo: Mike Ritter Celebrity chef Michael Schlow ( Alta Strada , Radius ) consulted on 606 Congress , a swanky yet moderately priced American in the up-and-coming Seaport District’s new Renaissance Hotel; the open kitchen turns out Read More...
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Next month, Sharon's Coriander Bistro will wrap up its winter schedule of cooking classes, which are taught demonstration-style and include dinner with wine pairings. On Tuesday, April 8th, the French bistro goes Asian for a night with Hong Kong Confidential, Read More...
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Central Michel Richard photo: Mimi Le What do you think are the most intriguing new restaurants? Do you agree with Frank Bruni's list? Tell us what you think on the Zagat Discussion boards! Without a doubt, New York Times restaurant critic Frank Bruni Read More...
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Talking politics in bars is a tradition as old as alehouses themselves. But drinking politics? Now you can do that too, thanks to Brooklyn, NY, microbrewery SixPoint Craft Ales , which has brewed a batch (about 30 kegs) named Hop Obama in honor of the Read More...
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photo: Michael J. Fajardo An old Irish saying goes, "Take the world nice and easy and the world will do you the same." Whether you're looking for a place to take it easy with a pint or a spot to celebrate St. Patrick's Day next Monday, Read More...
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photo: courtesy of Brian Turner In the U.S., tap water too often gets taken for granted. From March 16th–22nd, it will finally get the attention it deserves thanks to Unicef's Tap Project. Participating restaurants will ask diners to donate Read More...
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The cast of Top Chef Chicago photo: Courtesy of Bravo This Wednesday, Bravo's Top Chef returns to the airwaves for its fourth season. This time around, the action has been shot in the Windy City, where hosts Tom Colicchio , Padma Lakshmi , Gail Simmons Read More...
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photo: Shauna Vaillancourt If you're looking to get out of the kitchen and leave the cooking to the pros this Easter, here are some festive dining options that still have space left. Aujourd'*** : A few seats are still available at this top-rated Read More...
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I thought I was looking at an oil painting when suddenly it moved – it was my waitress. Read More...
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By Curt Gathje, ZAGAT.com staff editor Here's what you need to know about the world's most famous hotel. The Plaza's new lobby and Champagne Bar photo: Ryan Charles Back after a two-year hiatus for a top-to-toe renovation, NYC's legendary Read More...
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Central 37 photo: Mike Ritter Celebrity chef Rene Michelena makes a splash yet again, serving up bold New American cuisine at Central 37 , a sophisticated, upscale Financial District newcomer; the four-story space offers settings to match every mood, Read More...
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