It’s hot!
It’s sticky!
It’s summer in the city (or the suburbs)!
What do we all scream for? Ice cream!
And now, thanks to the community-minded husband and wife team of Wendy and Alan Issokson, there is a great new place to get it.
Restaurants
Another Nation Heard From: Shanti brings AMAZING and authentic Indian to Kendall Square (Originally posted 2/16)
As the tech and bio tech industries continue to bring the world to Kendall Square, even more eateries have popped up to satisfy their every desire. From EVOO’s Italian to Mamaleh’s Jewish-style deli to Andy Husband’s saliva-inducing BBQ, Cambridge’s “Third Square” has been diversifying by the day.
And yet, there has been no great place for Indian food…. Until now!
Have a Bagel, Bernie: VT offers more than political intrigue (originally posted 2/16)
‘Round these parts, when you ask people where bagels come from, they will most often say Brooklyn or Montreal.
In recent weeks, however, a third faction has been entering the picture and, much like the Senator from their home state, they have been making quite a name for themselves.
Flame on and Game on!: Max and Leo’s gets into the game (Originally posted 2/16)
In most cases, the hip urbanites outgrow their pad and move to the ‘burbs. In the case of local twins Max and Leo Candidus of Max and Leo’s Pizza (ww.maxandleos.com), the opposite was true!
Reeling In from Further Out: Atlantic Fish Co. casts to Norway for latest triumph (Originally posted 1/16)
As members of Norumbega Lodge 3-506 can tell you, Boston has many strong ties to Norway. From a focus on education and culture to a love of the sea, Boston and Norway do have a good deal in common. So perhaps it is no surprise, then, that one of Boston’s best seafood restaurants – Atlantic Fish Co. (www.atlanticfishco.com) – recently strengthened this relationship by bringing in a native son of Oslo to helm its already excellent kitchen.
Warm and Yummy: The Friendly Toast FINALLY comes to Boston (Originally posted 1/16)
On a cold, bleak, Boston day, there is nothing better than a warm splash of color and some comforting, satisfying eats.
Fortunately, after years of making waves across the river (and over the NH border), The Friendly Toast has finally come to Downtown to bring all its delicious fun to Boston.
With its kitschy collectibles, vintage vinyl seating surfaces, and art and ads from bygone eras, the Toast is a throwback in many ways and on many levels. Most notably, however, is the tradition of serving honest, homemade, and most of all good food with warm and friendly service.
Always Something New: Orleans Restaurant keeps Davis Square hip (Originally posted 1/16)
Though it is named after a relatively homogenous summer escape site, Orleans Restaurant in Somerville’s famed Davis Square (http://orleansrestaurant.com) brings all of the neighborhood’s eclecticism to one place and does it all rather well!
From its seasonal menus to reliable specials like $10 lunches, 30-cent wings (Thursdays 4:30-close) and dollar oysters (Mondays 3-close; Tuesdays-Fridays 3-6), not to mention its 14 HD screens and 20 rotating taps, Orleans has all the numbers (and flavors) to make any day more fun and satisfying.
Pull In for a GREAT Meal: Station Diner is a “Deluxe” dining experience (Originally posted 12/15)
The ride from Boston to Riverside can be a long one, especially when there is snow on the tracks.
Fortunately, there is a place where you can get off, refuel, and make any commute (or just any day) better!
High “Noon”: Bistro du Midi is perfectly Provencal any time of day (Originally posted 12/15)
Though there may be nothing as romantic as gazing out over the Boston Common at night with that special someone in one arm, a delicious meal in front of you and a perfectly-paired glass of wine in the other hand, Bistro Du Midi (www.bistrodumidi.com) is also a great take for lunch as well. In fact, as the name may imply, it is a perfect place for a meal at “du midi” (noon) or whenever you want to take a break for a delicious escape.
It’s All Greek To You: Family-run restaurant serves up Hellenistic heaven (Originally published 12/15)
Though their current political situation may be shaky, Greece will always be known as the birthplace of democracy and the heart of the Mediterranean Diet. That is why it is so wonderful to have a restaurant that offers both in such delicious abundance.
Down at the end of Needham Street, just off Route 9 in Newton, Farm Grill & Rotisserie (www.farm-grill.com) offers fresh and flavorful family recipes that are still prepared and served by the family! For nearly 20 years, the Grill has been a beacon for the Hellenistic community (one that was expanded upon a few years ago with the opening of the Greek International Food Market in West Roxbury, but more on that later) and a favorite spot for families and all those who appreciate fine ethnic food…and lots of it!