BBQ With a View at The Peninsula
By Lesley BallaWhen you're too lazy (or too hot) to grill your own ribs, lobster tails or steaks this summer, the annual BBQ menu at The Roof Garden at The Peninsula Beverly Hills is back in session....
View ArticlePETA Ranks Wrigley Field a Top Vegetarian-Friendly Stadium
By Sarah FreemanLet’s take a quick break from hockey talk to give a nod to baseball - more specifically, Wrigley Field. PETA released its annual list of the most Vegetarian-friendly baseball stadiums,...
View ArticleSmolak Farms' Summer Dinners Begin on July 10
The table is set for the summer Whim dinners at Smolak Farms in North Andover.By Naomi KookerSmolak Farms, located in bucolic North Andover, is rolling out its Whim: A Summer Dining Experience series...
View ArticlePhoto of the Day: Eat Like Patrick Kane at Rockit
By Sarah FreemanSure, you can chase the Stanley Cup around Chicago like a hormonal teen chases Justin Bieber. So far it’s made stops at Market, The WIT and Paris Club, among others. Where is next? Use...
View ArticlePhoto of the Day: Uchi Dallas Architectural Plans
By Megan GillerLooks like the Uchi dynasty is well on its way to opening its Dallas location. Here are architectural plans for the restaurant, which they hope to open in the next 14 months.
View ArticlePhoto of the Day: Grilling Galbi at Seoul Sausage
By Lesley BallaFor a few guys who decided to make sausage, hit the road for a food truck TV show about a year ago, win said show, and then open a brick-and-mortar before an actual truck, Chris Oh and...
View ArticleGladiators, Magic and Beer Brewing: Theme Cruises Set Sail
Photo courtesy of Crystal CruisesBy Colleen ClarkLooking to get more than a tan out of your next cruise? Crystal Cruises is launching a series of new themed cruises for 2014. Among the offerings: A New...
View ArticleSunday Sidewalk Brunch Can Now (Legally) Start at 10 AM
By James MulcahyOn the seventh day, we rest - at least until we head for Bloody Marys and mimosas at brunch. If we wanted to sit outside, that would have to be after noon, as the city had a strange law...
View ArticleDay One: Il Cantinori Owners Open New American Spot Uptown, The Bar Room
By Beth Landman, photo by Cherie CincillaSteve Tzolis and Nicola Kotsoni mastered Tuscan cuisine at Il Cantinori and Greek at Peryali, then made a success of the American pub with Bar Six in the...
View ArticleAustin Weekend Roundup: Local Prosciutto and Local Beer
Craft Pride's Texas-y ceilingBy Megan GillerWe’re not sure if it’s the calm before the Fourth of July parties, but this weekend is a little quiet. Here’s what’s on the agenda.Saturday Pop-Up PIGnic...
View ArticleBest Thing We Ate Last Night: Jerk Chicken Platter at Battery Harris
By Jacqueline WasilczykWe're always going to love the jerk chicken at Park Slope's Kaz An Nou, but we're pleased for Williamsburg that recent arrival Battery Harris is offering legit Caribbean fare in...
View ArticleThe Berkshire Room: A No-Nonsense Bar With an All-Business Bartender
Photo by ThinkLeigh PhotographyBy Sarah FreemanThere’s something special happening in the back of the Acme Hotel, and it has nothing to do with complimentary room service. It’s The Berkshire Room, an...
View ArticleEat This, Do This, Drink This: Philly Weekend Planner, June 28-30
Story and Photo by Danya HenningerThe next 10 days are shaping up to be pretty awesome, thanks to the July Fourth holiday, making working next week somewhat of a joke (don’t tell our boss we said so)....
View ArticleBest Thing We Ate: The BBQ Beast at Smoke City Market
By Lesley BallaAs we wind down Barbecue Week, we saved the best for last. Spending some time in the Valley this week, we'd be remiss not to hit Smoke City Market, a Sherman Oaks BBQ joint touted...
View ArticleTom Yum District Opens in Rossyln
By Olga BoikessTom Yum District brings a distinctive modern design and authentic Thai cooking to Rosslyn’s fast- casual dining scene. Here are some things you should know about this new restaurant,...
View ArticleSugar Up With Free Sweets for Pride Weekend
Tout Sweet PatisserieBy Tamara PalmerSome of San Francisco's colorful dessert mavens plan to reward you with free sweets in honor of what promises to be one of the most special Pride Weekends in...
View ArticleWhere You Should Eat Ceviche for National Ceviche Day Today
By Lesley BallaIt's only fitting that we should eat, even crave, ceviche during the first real heat wave of summer. The cool marinated seafood dish - fish, shrimp or scallops "cooked" in citrus juice...
View ArticlePhoto of the Day: Latte Art Competition at Caffe Medici
By Megan GillerHow many hipsters does it take to pour the perfect latte? Last night the best baristas in town gathered at the downtown Caffe Medicifor a monthly latte art competition called Thursday...
View ArticleMarc Vetri, Edward Lee Chill in NYC For Events
By James MulcahyWhile New Yorkers are getting the H out of the city for the month of July, two big name chefs are coming to town for special events. First up it's Philly's Marc Vetri and Brad Spence...
View ArticleTamale Lady Raising Money for Mission Shop
Image via Upper PlaygroundBy Tamara PalmerBeloved roaming vendor the Tamale Lady is looking to the public to help fund a new kitchen and tamale shop in the Mission. This follows the Department of...
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