Learn to Make an Iconic Seasonal Dessert
Upon arrival, participants will transform into a pastry apprentice as they sip a complimentary glass of prosecco or a rich cup of hot cocoa while preparing to expertly craft this standout, celebratory sweet. Each participant will have a choice of White Chocolate Eggnog or Dark Chocolate Peppermint, they will then be presented with a pre-rolled Bûche de Noël that serves as a confectionary canvas.
Emphasizing festive decorating techniques, this tailored class allows students to focus on all of the fun aspects of holiday baking without the stress of measuring, mixing and manipulating. Each class participant will depart with a recipe for crafting this iconic Christmas-themed dessert at home, along with a freshly baked Bûche de Noël to share with friends and family.
To purchase tickets, please visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/buche-de-noel-pastry-class-tickets-39664414331
The Main Dining Room at the Taj Boston provides a fairytale setting, perfect for the young and young at heart. Enjoy story-telling by Mrs. Claus, letters to Santa, cookie decorating, a face painter, arts & crafts and a pianist under the crystal chandeliers.
Adult tea includes: Tea, pastries, savory sandwiches and scones.
Children’s tea includes: Small tea sandwiches, Christmas cookies, a chocolate covered strawberry and hot chocolate.
In lieu of Teddy Bear donations this year, Taj Boston is proud to contribute $4 per adult ticket and $2 per children’s ticket to Save the Children. An international charity, Save the Children provides lifesaving supplies and emotional support for children caught up in disasters like floods, famine and wars and secures a good quality education for the children who need it most. Thank you for helping us make a difference.
For more information visit Taj Boston Teddy Bear Tea’s Eventbrite
Order up your Hot Cocoa ‘Nice’ or ‘Naughty’ by adding your favorite spirit
Avery Bar at The Ritz-Carlton, Boston invites guests to sit by the fireplace and warm up with a selection of decadent sweets and pastries along with a cup of hot cocoa. With an option to keep your cocoa “nice” or make it “naughty” by adding your favorite spirit, guests can tailor their cocoa table side as they wish. Whether one may be nearby ice-skating at Frog Pond, stepping out of a matinee performance of Boston Ballet’s The Nutcracker, or simply in the area to shop, it is the perfect way to keep warm this holiday season starting Saturday, December 9th.
$39.00 per adult, or $28 per child. *Price excludes alcohol. Reservations are not needed, but are recommended. Guests may call +1 617 574.7295 for reservation information.
Celebrate the Holidays With Gingerbread Houses For Grown-Ups at Fairmont Copley Plaza!
During the holiday season, everyone is a kid at heart, and this year Fairmont Copley Plaza is letting adults in on some traditional holiday fun! With the assistance of the hotel’s culinary team, grown-up guests can toast the season with festive libations while decorating their own gingerbread house to take home for the holidays.
Tickets for the event are $75 per person, which includes an assembled gingerbread house, all candy decorations and accoutrements, assistance from the culinary team, wine, beer, festive holiday cocktails and canapés. Make it a date night for $125 per couple, which includes one gingerbread house to decorate and share.
Guests enter a magical Nutcracker dreamland where they mingle with costumed characters from Boston Ballet’s production of The Nutcracker. Guests enjoy a buffet of tea sandwiches, desserts, sing-alongs, and interactive crafts.
WHEN:
Sundays, December 10 and 17
in the Washington Junior Ballroom
11 am to 1 pm
$60 per adult, $42 per child
Reservations are required
*Special Donation Note: Guests are welcome to bring a new, unwrapped toy for Catching Joy, who is The Ritz-Carlton, Boston’s Community Footprints partner. Catching Joy will donate all toys that are collected to children in need prior to the holidays. For every toy donated, guests will be entered to win four tickets to see Boston Ballet’s production of La Sylphide, backstage passes to meet principal dancers, and dinner for 4 at Artisan Bistro.
The Main Dining Room at the Taj Boston provides a fairytale setting, perfect for the young and young at heart. Enjoy story-telling by Mrs. Claus, letters to Santa, cookie decorating, a face painter, arts & crafts and a pianist under the crystal chandeliers.
Adult tea includes: Tea, pastries, savory sandwiches and scones.
Children’s tea includes: Small tea sandwiches, Christmas cookies, a chocolate covered strawberry and hot chocolate.
In lieu of Teddy Bear donations this year, Taj Boston is proud to contribute $4 per adult ticket and $2 per children’s ticket to Save the Children. An international charity, Save the Children provides lifesaving supplies and emotional support for children caught up in disasters like floods, famine and wars and secures a good quality education for the children who need it most. Thank you for helping us make a difference.
For more information visit Taj Boston Teddy Bear Tea’s Eventbrite
Fairmont Copley Plaza will host a birthday party for its canine ambassador, Carly Copley, on Sunday, December 10, 2017 at 1pm. Hosting Carly’s 7th birthday will be Vanessa Welch, Anchor for Boston 25 News, who will be reading “Catie Copley” to guests. The reading will be followed by birthday cake (for humans) and special snacks for Carly’s canine friends. This beloved Boston holiday tradition is free and open to the public.
In lieu of gifts for the hotel’s pampered pooch, Fairmont Copley Plaza invites guests to bring a donation of towels, blankets or toys for the dogs and cats at the Animal Rescue League’s Boston Shelter.
Free Hot Chocolate on National Cocoa Day
Wednesday, Dec. 13 is National Cocoa Day and Fairmont Copley Plaza will celebrate with its Back Bay neighbor, L.A. Burdick Chocolates by serving complimentary Burdick hot chocolate from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. at the hotel’s Dartmouth Street entrance. The artisan chocolatier, famous for its European-inspired chocolate bonbons, hot chocolates and pastries, will have warm cups of its Dark Drinking Chocolate (robust & full-bodied) and Milk Drinking Chocolate (gentler yet still decadent & luscious) to brighten the morning for passersby, while supplies last. L.A. Burdick’s hot cocoa – named one of the “11 must-try hot chocolates around the U.S”. by Zagat – will be served snow or shine to mark this fun food holiday and spread holiday cheer to the neighborhood. It will certainly be a welcome surprise after Boston’s first snowfall this past weekend!
Once you taste beer with Liz Starks,in-house cicerone (think: beer sommelier) at Lamplighter Brewing Co., you’ll understand the nuances of flavor and aroma that make a great brew. Join Newsfeed Cafe and you’ll walk away with the knowledge that will make every beer an experience and will impress your friends at the next holiday party.
Your ticket includes a welcome beer and a flight of craft beers with delectable bar bites created especially by our chef.
Come at 6:00pm to find a seat and mingle. Guided tasting starts at 6:30pm.
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Guests join The Ritz-Carlton, Boston for an elegant breakfast buffet with Mrs. Claus and her friends from Boston Ballet’s The Nutcracker for live music, storytelling, and interactive holiday activities.
WHEN:
Saturdays, December 16 and 23
10:30 am to 12:30 pm
$72 per adult, $44 per child
Reservations are required
*Special Donation Note: Guests are welcome to bring a new, unwrapped toy for Catching Joy, who is The Ritz-Carlton, Boston’s Community Footprints partner. Catching Joy will donate all toys that are collected to children in need prior to the holidays. For every toy donated, guests will be entered to win four tickets to see Boston Ballet’s production of La Sylphide, backstage passes to meet principal dancers, and dinner for 4 at Artisan Bistro.
