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Summer Restaurant Week
Watch for our special edition of Boston Restaurant Week coming soon...area restaurants will be offering two and three-course lunches for $15.10 and $20.10, and three-course dinners for the incredible price of $33.10. Sunday, August 15th through Friday, August 20th, and Sunday, August 22nd through Friday, August 27th

Spirited Gourmet Winemaker Reception
Spirited Gourmet will hold a Winemaker Reception with Michael Affatato of Chateau La Gatte, Bordeaux on Saturday August 14th, 4 to 7pm. Located in the appellations Bordeaux and Bordeaux Superieur, Chateau La Gatte was founded in 1646. Now, taste the brand new 2009 Bordeaux Blanc, the 2006 "La Butte" and 2006 "Montalon" along with a few other surprises. This will be a fantastic opportunity to meet winemakers, experience their passion for winemaking, and taste some exceptional wines. thespritedgourmet.com

Happy First Birthday Abby Park
Abby Park is serving up a Summer Supper Special - daily for $25! Includes 3 courses (change weekly) and either a glass of sangria or IPA draft! Also $2 Tapas every Tuesday and 5 selections of small plates changing weekly. abbypark.com

Lucca Back Bay Has a New Patio!
Lucca Back Bay now has an outdoor patio seating up to 16 people open rain or shine. Check it out! Also, if you haven't already, stop over to Hanover Street for lunch and/or brunch on Saturday and Sundays. luccaboston.com

dbar's Roof Top Garden
dbar's roof top garden in Dorchester is in full production. They are self sufficient in all herbs and pulling 10-15 lbs of tomatoes a day. You can also find the fresh rooftop mint and basil in specialty cocktails at the bar. Also, news straight from Chris Coombs himself, Deuxave will also be opening soon...Keep your eyes peeled! dbarboston.com

Strega - Waterfront at Fan Pier!
North End Restaurateur Nick Varano of The Varano Group will expand his hospitality dynasty to Boston's illustrious waterfront with the launch of Strega - Waterfront at Fan Pier, this month. This harbor side outpost will be the sister restaurant to Varano's flagship Strega, located in the heart of Boston's famed North End. The 5,700 square foot dining destination will offer both indoor and patio dining, as well as a lively bar setting, lounge seating, private dining options and intimate wine room. stregaristorante.com

Taj Wine Tasting
On Thursday, August 26th, Taj introduces Riesling's Around The World, Wine Tasting & 4-Course Dinner with Wine Pairings for Just $65 per Person. And check out their pre-fixed menus: $23 - 3 course lunch/ $18 - 2 course lunch/ $28 - 2 course dinner and a $33 - 3 course dinner. Also Join them on Sundays for a French Champagne Brunch Buffet on the roof from 10:30am-2:30pm. tajhotels.com/boston

New Chef at Bravo at the MFA!
Bravo at the Museum of Fine Arts welcomes its new executive chef, Peter Agostinelli. Chef Agostinelli will focus on seasonal food, using local ingredients whenever possible. Winesdays continue at Bravo this month on Wednesday, August 25 and features an expert-led discussion on wine followed by a wine tasting with hors d'oeuvres or tapas that complement the highlighted beverage. $25 per person and includes hors d'oeuvres and tasting of featured wines. Also, Concerts in the Courtyard Summer Series offers an international lineup of musicians, from Afro-Latin dance and gospel to indie and bluegrass take place right outside Calderwood Courtyard on Wednesday evenings. Visit mfa.com or call 617.369.3474.

Tuesdays at Dante
Tuesdays, Chef Dante de Magistris offers up $2 specialty grilled cheese sandwiches. Inspired by de Magistris' favorite Italian films, each week's selection brings guests of Restaurants dante a new melt to complement summer. restaurantdante.com/boston

August Seasonal Sips at Meritage
August Seasonal Sips at Meritage will touch upon White Meritage on August 5, Wines with Heat taking place on August 12th; Alsatian Wines and Asian Inspired Cuisine August 19th and Back to School" Wines on August 26th. In addition Rowes Wharf Sea Grille hosts concerts on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday nights and movies by moonlight every Fridays. bhh.com

National Oyster Day
On Thursday, August 5th, The Bristol Lounge and high-end jeweler Pageo will join forces to celebrate National Oyster Day. Visit The Bristol Lounge between 5-7:30pm and enjoy $2 oysters, $10 glasses of bubbly and wine, and the chance to win a pearl necklace valued at $795 from Pageo!!! Listen to live music nightly in "Boston’s living room," including a jazz trio on the weekends. Also experience weekly events including Burgers and Burgundy Wednesdays: the famous Bristol Burger paired with two glasses of burgundian style wines for just $30 per person. fourseasons.com

Myers and Chang Seafood Cooking Classes
Myers and Chang still have a few slots open in their seafood cooking classes Saturday, August 7th and Saturday, September 4th. They are both $75 per aspiring chef and are a wonderful way to get some hands on culinary education. The class, which starts at 10am, ends with dim sum and a trip to Mings to learn where and how to buy the ingredients for the newly mastered dishes. myersandchang.com

Cuffs New Police Code-Laced Summer Cocktail Menu.
Cuffs - An Irish Bar, located in The Back Bay Hotel, is rolling out their new police code-laced summer cocktail menu. 10-43: Call a doctor! Located in the former Boston Police Department Headquarters, Cuffs - An Irish Bar is paying homage to its predecessor by serving up these summer concoctions all season on their newly revamped patio beneath the bustling Berkeley Street sidewalk, or indoors at their lively bar. Check out the 11-25: Traffic Hazard consisting of Fire Fly Sweet Tea Vodka, lemonade, fresh strawberries or the 10-15: Prisoner in Custody with Skyy Vodka, Lemon Juice, Triple Sec, cranberry juice, dash of sugar. doylecollection.com

Haru's New Cocktail + Fish Tacos!
Haru will have a new cocktail special for August called the Harupolitan for $6. The Harupolitan consists of a bright medley of shochu (a distilled sake), Ty Ky Citrus Liqueur and Cointreau with fresh pineapple and orange juices...Yummy! Also this month Haru presents a new menu item, Fish tacos, consisting of a trio of small ones, tuna, salmon and fluke, with a cherry tomato and shallot salsa, avocado, and a yuzu apple ceviche sauce harusushi.com

Pool Passes for the Public at Hotel Indigo!
Hotel Indigo is now offering daily BOKX Pool passes to the public* throughout the week. Featuring an outdoor bar and oversized couches, the BOKX Pool Deck is a perfect summer escape from the city heat and the ultimate location for dining al fresco. Lunch and dinner are available poolside and private cabanas available for a fee. $20 (daily) pool passes. Cabana rentals start at $150. hotelindigo.com

Restaurant Week ALL Month Long at The Fireplace!
Starting the first of the month, The Fireplace will be offereing restaurant week menus all month long. Stop into the cool air conditioned restaurant and enjoy a great meal at a fantastic price. All month long but they will fill up fast so make your reservations now!! fireplacerest.com

Come Taste the Park Plaza on August 10th...
Come Taste the Park Plaza on August 10th. Participating restaurant such as Davio's and Smith and Wollensky will be on hand to feature food samplings best showcasing their establishment. All money raised from event ticket sales will support The Greater Boston Food Bank. Call or click to purchase tickets 1.866.468.7619 or visit ticketweb.com

Farmstead and La Laiterie presents 'On Carbonation & Curds'
On Sunday, August 22nd Farmstead and La Laiterie presents 'On Carbonation & Curds' - Their Favorite Bubbles With Cheese And Why Beer, Champagne, Cava, Prosecco, sparkling rose, sparkling sangria, fizzies...there are more than just the run of the mill options here, folks. Now what about cheeses that pair well with them? They’ve got you covered. Come discover which cheeses pair beautifully with those bubbly buddies of theirs. $50 per person, 6pm-8pm at The Peerless Building. farmsteadinc.com

Wine Dinner at The Marathon Restaurant at North Pond
Marathon restaurant and J. Lohr estates join forces for a not to be missed wine dinner on August 25th. Enjoy five courses perfectly paired with J. Lohr wine for $60 a head. Call 508.589.6400 for reservations. themarathonrestaurant.com

Boston's 1st Annual Food Truck Festival
Boston's 1st Annual Food Truck Festival will be held August 8 on Harrison Avenue in the SoWa district of the South End. The event, which is the brainchild of Citysearch Boston and SoWa Sundays, will feature a number of food trucks from the local area. The Food Truck Festival will go from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with its location being where the SoWa Food and Produce Market is held on Sundays (500 Harrison Avenue). facebook.com/event.php?eid=131601816851267

Sel de la Terre Long Wharf Chef Benjamin Knack on Hell's Kitchen
Watch Sel de la Terre Long Wharf Chef Benjamin Knack on Hell's Kitchen on Tuesday evenings at 8pm for live episodes of FOX's Hell's Kitchen reality show to watch Sel de la Terre's own Chef Benjamin Knack compete! Also every week, join for $1 oysters and $3 PBR beers during the show, along with Hell's Kitchen-inspired cocktails and specials. Chef Knack will be available to chat about his unforgettable experience...Mark your calendar for the August 10th show finale!

Complimentary Hot Fudge Sundae at Davio's
Sunday Davio's diners will now receive a complimentary hot fudge sundae, with purchase of two entrees. Chef Tom Ponticelli makes the ice cream in-house and selections vary weekly. Some of the current flavor offerings include: Vanilla Bean, Chocolate, Espresso, Pistachio and Strawberry. Top these delicious flavors with whipped cream, hot fudge and a cherry for a guaranteed Sunday Fun Day! davios.com

Ongoing August Events

L'Espalier Seasonal Showcase Dinner
Each month L'Espalier will celebrate the freshest ingredients of the season with a special dinner showcasing the organic produce, protein and eggs fresh from the fields. On august 26,27 enjoy a Festival of Tomatoes in a four-course meal with a trio of wine pairings. AND on August 11TH is Mushroom Wednesday, Featuring their favorite mycologist Ben Maleson and a supporting cast of morels, cepes and many more. The meal includes a four-course dinner with wine pairings. Call 617-262-3023 now to reserve your seat! $68 per person. lespalier.com

Sel de la Terre Back Bay Three-Course Sunday Dinner Menus
If there are indeed Seven Deadly "Sins" then let Sel de la Terre Back Bay be your temple of delectable transgressions. Their chefs are creating clever three-course Sunday dinner menus around the themes of wrath, greed, sloth, pride, lust, envy, and of course, gluttony. Never has transgression been more rewarding or delicious. Every Sunday through August 29; $35. Cookbook Dinner Series On the last Sunday of every month, unwind from the weekend with Chef DiBiccari as he cooks up dishes from our chefs' most influential culinary artists from around the world. Enjoy four courses and light commentary for $45 per person. 7pm AND Wine Wednesday Every Wednesday at 7pm. 4 courses...4 wines...$44 seldelaterre.com

Dollar Provencal Tapas at Sel de la Terre Natick
Continuing this month, enjoy Dollar Provencal Tapas from 5pm - 10pm everyday at the bar at Sel de la Terre Natick. Learn the chef's tricks-of-the-trade at an interactive cooking class Saturday the 28th. After class, enjoy a three course brunch inclusive of some of the items prepared in class. Chef's Table Dinner on the 19th includes Everything off the grill.....including dessert! Your chef will discuss each course, including flavor profiles and cooking techniques, as well as his overall inspiration for the meal. A truly unique event that is not to be missed! and Wine Tuesday treat yourself to a selction of wines inspired by the changing seasnos Every Tuesday at 7pm for $38 per person seldelaterre.com

Iron Chef-style bartender competition at Woodward
Watch Boston’s Best Go Head-to-Head to Create the Best Cocktail in a Iron Chef-style bartender competition at Woodward. On the last Sunday of every month, in which two of Boston's best go head-to-head to create the best cocktail using secret ingredients (typically a spirit, a fruit, herb, and vegetable of some kind) in the allotted time. The drinks are then judged by some of Boston's biggest industry names. The event, which is open to the public, will offer drink specials, complimentary hors d'oeuvres and great music for guests. Free entry and complimentary hors d’oeuvres, cash bar. woodwardatames.com

Bloody Mary's at Stanhope Grille
Bring on the mimosas and Bloody Mary's! Stanhope Grille at The Back Bay Hotel now hosts Sunday Brunch, opening their doors an hour earlier every Sunday. These heaping specialties will be the perfect compliment to Saturday night’s aftermath, or to jumpstart your Sunday Funday. Each is served with 100% Florida orange juice, a basket of breakfast bread, and your choice of Starbucks coffee or Tazo tea. doylecollection.com

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