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Dec
13
Thu
Ruinart Champagne Dinner at Bar Boulud
Dec 13 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Ruinart Champagne Dinner at Bar Boulud @ Bar Boulud at the Mandarin Oriental, Boston

Kick off the holiday season with Bar Boulud’s annual champagne dinner celebration.

The House of Ruinart is unlike any other. It was the first established House of Champagne in 1729 and inspired by the intuition of a monk well ahead of his time. On December 13th, join Guillaume Grillon, Ruinart Market Manager, Head Sommelier David Bérubé and Chef de Cuisine Brian Arruda for this festive 4-course menu and the Ruinart tradition in all its forms: the flagship Blanc de Blancs, the sensational Rose and their historic prestige cuvées of Dom Ruinart.

Featured Menu

Reception with Canapés
Ruinart Blanc de Blancs

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Burrata Salad
caramelized fennel, radish, black truffle vin
Ruinart Blanc de Blancs

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Potato Gnocchi
royal trumpets, lobster nage, tarragon
Dom Ruinart, Blanc de Blancs, 2006

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Roasted Chicken
parsnip, charred cipollini, veal jus
Ruinart Rose
Dom Ruinart Rose, 2004

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Île Flottante
ginger biscuit, berry gelée, pomegranate sorbet

 

Ticket price includes tax and gratuity

Apr
2
Tue
Chefs Daniel Boulud and Ming Tsai Host Collaborative Spring Forward Dinner at Bar Boulud
Apr 2 @ 6:30 pm

Join Bar Boulud Chef-Restaurateur Daniel Boulud and fellow Chef Ming Tsai on April 2 for a special menu

 

Chef Daniel Boulud will welcome his longtime friend Chef Ming Tsai for the collaborative, one-night-only Spring Forward Dinner at Bar Boulud on Tuesday, April 2, 2019. Chef Ming Tsai, James Beard award-winner, owner of Blue Dragon in Boston and host of PBS’s “Simply Ming,” will join Michelin-starred Chef Daniel Boulud to prepare a delicious five-course dinner featuring seasonal ingredients infused with unique flavors from their cultures.

This exceptional dining experience will allow guests the exclusive opportunity to meet both chefs and celebrate an evening of food, wine and camaraderie. Bar Boulud’s Sommelier will also pour the perfect wine pairings for each dish.

The following five-course menu with wine pairings will be served:

New Style Itsumo Tuna Sashimi
Curry Oil and Crispy Rice

Nine-Herb Lobster Ravioli
Tarragon, Sauce Américaine

Poulet Aux Morilles
Asparagus, Sabayon Vin Jaune

Ginger-Citrus Roasted Pork Shoulder
Maitake Mushrooms and Spring Pea Ragu, Watercress Nage

Itakuja Ingots
Chocolate Bavaroise, Kumquat Confit, Lapsang Souchong Ice Cream

The event begins at 6:30 with a reception, followed by dinner from 7 – 11 pm.  Tickets are $254 per person and include wine pairing, tax, and gratuity.  Tickets are available here.

Aug
22
Thu
An Evening with Vokel Cellars @ Bar Boulud
Aug 22 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Join Sommelier Jaimie Puckett and Chef Brian Arruda for a four-course wine dinner.

On August 22nd, join Head Sommelier Jaimie Puckett and Executive Chef Brian Arruda in welcoming Vokel Cellars owner & winemaker Dana von Sternberg for a seasonally-inspired tasting menu featuring limited-production Vokel wines from Sonoma.

Vokel Cellars was born from the concept that the best wines are made in the vineyard, not the winery. Dana focuses on small lots from sustainably farmed vineyards, using minimally invasive winemaking practices, allowing the vineyard sites to speak for themselves.

FEATURED MENU

Reception with Canapés
2015 Sonoma Coast Chardonnay

FOIE GRAS TARTE
apricot, grapefruit, chrysanthemum
2016 ‘Starscape Vineyard’ Russian River Valley Chardonnay

CHORIZO AND CLAMS
tomato, roasted garlic, rouille
2015 Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

SWORDFISH EN PAPILLOTE
Olive medley, rosemary, sweet pepper
2016 ‘SHV’ Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

SELECTION OF LOCAL CHEESES
Chef’s accoutrements
2016 ‘Eastside Ranch’ Russian River Valley Pinot Noir

Oct
16
Wed
An Evening with Author Susan Isaacs at The Lenox
Oct 16 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

The Lenox and Reading with Robin present an evening with author Susan Isaacs.

Susan Isaacs will chat with Robin Kall to discuss her newest novel, “Takes One to Know One”, which will be published October 1, 2019

TICKETS INCLUDE:

  • Admission to the program, a hardcover copy of Susan’s new release “Takes One to Know One” (and other surprises!)
  • Hors ‘d ouevres and sweets
  • Cash bar available

Reserved seating is available for groups, please email lburns@lenoxhotel.com with details/names.

Special rate available for overnight guest rooms, please email reservations@lenoxhotel.com for details!

Oct
22
Tue
Fall Harvest Dinner at Bar Boulud
Oct 22 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Fall Harvest Dinner at Bar Boulud @ Bar Boulud | Boston | Massachusetts | United States

Join renowned chefs Daniel Boulud and Ken Oringer on October 22 for a special, one-night-only menu.

Bar Boulud Chef-Restaurateur Daniel Boulud will welcome his longtime friend Chef Ken Oringer for a collaborative Fall Harvest Dinner at Bar Boulud on Tuesday, October 22, 2019. The James Beard award-winner and owner of UNI, Toro, Coppa and Little Donkey in the Boston area will join Michelin-starred Chef Daniel Boulud to prepare a delicious five-course dinner featuring seasonal ingredients infused with distinctive flavors.

This unique dining experience will allow guests an exclusive opportunity to meet the dynamic duo, who have known each other for over 20 years since meeting at a marquee charity food and wine event in Boston, as they join forces in the kitchen and celebrate an evening of food, wine and camaraderie.

The following five-course menu will be served, along with carefully selected wine pairings from Bar Boulud Sommelier, Jaimie Puckett:

CANAPÉ
Bay Scallops, Meyer Lemon, Fennel
Uni Spoon
Terrine of Game Bird with Cranberry
Squash Pakora
Boston Mackerel au Vin Blanc

TUNA & FOIE GRAS TATAKI

MELILOT HAY ROASTED LOBSTER
Butternut Squash, Sauce Americaine, Barberry

PASTA & PANCETTA
Jerusalem Artichokes, Porcini Mushrooms, Truffle

GRAIN CRUSTED VENISON
Lambic Stewed Red Cabbage, Salsify, Apple

POIRE BELLE HÉLÈNE
Toasted Almond, Aged Rum, Vanilla Ice Cream

For more about Bar Boulud, please click here.

Dec
4
Wed
An Evening with Author Elizabeth Berg at The Lenox
Dec 4 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

The Lenox and Reading with Robin present an evening with author Elizabeth Berg.

The Lenox and Reading with Robin present an evening with author Elizabeth Berg, in conversation with Robin Kall, to discuss her newest novel, “The Confession Club” – an uplifting novel about friendship, surprising revelations, and a second chance at love, from the New York Times bestselling author of The Story of Arthur Truluv.

TICKETS INCLUDE:

  • Admission to the program, a hardcover copy of Elizabeth’s new release “The Confession Club” (and other surprises!)
  • Hors ‘d ouevres and sweets
  • Cash bar available

Reserved seating is available for groups, please email lburns@lenoxhotel.com with details/names.

Special rate available for overnight guest rooms, please email reservations@lenoxhotel.com for details!

Feb
7
Fri
Pink Bubbles & Make Your Own Truffles at Rochambeau Café
Feb 7 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

Kick off your Valentine’s celebrations early with chocolate and wine!

Enjoy a glass of bubbles or a cafe beverage while Rochambeau’s  Executive Pastry Chef Michele Fadden and her team lead you through a truffle making class!  Use the toppings bar to create six unique truffles and take them home in a heart shaped box for your sweetheart — or for yourself!

For more on Rochambeau, please click here.

 

Feb
13
Thu
15 Shades of Red: Wine Tasting Event at Eataly Boston
Feb 13 @ 5:30 pm – 9:00 pm

Just in time for the most romantic day of the year and returning by popular demand, “15 Shades of Red” is back!

On February 13, step up your Galentine’s Day festivities (guys welcome, too!) with your best amici or main squeeze as you stroll through the store and explore a full range of vini rossi. Throughout the evening, you will discover over 15 shades of red wine—from blush pink colors of light rosés to the robust hues of full-bodied vino.

And because no wine tasting experience at Eataly is complete without food, Eataly is bringing you an array of Valentine’s Day-themed bites – from local oysters to artisanal cheeses to decadent Italian chocolate.

…we know. Is it February 13 yet? Get your tickets now!

For more about Eataly Boston, please click here.

Galentine’s Day Party at Oak Long Bar + Kitchen
Feb 13 @ 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Galentine’s Day = a celebration of female friendships. Galentine’s Day Party at OAK = a fun night out to celebrate with food, drink & more!

Back for year two! OAK Long Bar + Kitchen and The Food Lens are joining forces again to throw a party for ladies to celebrate the ladies in their lives the day before Valentine’s Day, popularly known as Galentine’s Day. On Thursday, February 13, from 6:00–9:00 PM, join their soirée for a night of sipping, snacking, and sweets—all while supporting a local charity that serves homeless women.

Here’s how they’ll be honoring the ladies:

  • With a tasting of standout rosés produced by lady vintners
  • With signature Galentine’s themed cocktails
  • With a sweets station from OAK’s pastry chef, Lindsay Le Blanc
  • With cheese sourced from female purveyors, plus a charcuterie spread
  • With delicious passed hors d’oeuvres and a bountiful raw bar
  • With a chance to win a gift basket filled with tasty and pampering items from local women-owned businesses
  • With a playlist featuring the queens of pop

Tickets are $55 and include all food, two specialty cocktails, the wine tasting, and a charitable monetary donation. *They will donate $10 from your ticket* to Women’s Lunch Place, a daytime shelter on Newbury Street offering a safe sanctuary, nutritious meals and critical support services for Boston women experiencing poverty and homelessness.

“What’s Galentine’s Day? Oh, it’s only the best day of the year!” – Leslie Knope. The holiday was created by the show “Parks and Recreation” and has since transcended the TV screen to become a beloved tradition of celebrating female friendships annually on February 13, whether that be your friend, sister, co-worker, mom, partner, or other! 

For more about OAK Long Bar + Kitchen, please click here.

ABOUT THE FOOD LENS

The Food Lens is a curated website that enables the culinarily curious to discover or rediscover Boston’s dining scene. Eternally curious and always hungry, female founders Molly Ford and Sarah Jesup have eaten their way through the city, culling the most authentic dining experiences Boston has to offer.

Feb
14
Fri
The C3 Dinner at Hampshire House
Feb 14 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with the three C’s: champagne, cheese and chocolate.

Sample our innovative and classic menu which will evoke your senses while you dine on a menu inspired by the C3‘s:.

Arrive to a warm welcome with acomplimentary champagne cocktail. You are then guided through an extraordinary 5 course dinner created by Swiss Executive Chef Markus Ripperger. Savor the sensuous flavors, smells, and textures, and challenge your palate to discover. There will be some commentary on the compilation of the menu items and the making of them.

Menu

Champagne Soup Sampler
Trilogy of gingered organic Veuve Clicquot carrot soup, crémant cheese, caramelized beet and Moet soup, cream of French pea with a hint of Perrier-Jouët and parmesan crisp.
Vegetarian option: Same as above

Textures from the Oceans
Skillet seared lobster and gulf shrimp, baked in a filo crisp, green apple, organic arugula, white chocolate ribbons, rosé champagne vinaigrette.
Vegetarian option: Garden vegetables baked in a filo crust with green apples, lemon thyme and arugula lettuce.

Intermezzo
Champagne sorbet with cantaloupe melon pearls and Madagascar coco dusting

The Big C³ entree
peppered beef tenderloin, coco crusted Lamb rib, cheese crusted veal tenderloin, Mousseline potatoes, haricot vert with miniature carrots.
Vegetarian option:Parmesan Polenta cakes with roasted red peppers, chargrilled portobella mushrooms, spinach, garden vegetables aged balsamic glaze, olive tapenade.

Heavenly Sweets
bittersweet crackle, double chocolate & champagne crème brûlée and Swiss chocolate cheesecake.
Vegetarian option: Same as above

For more about Hampshire House, please click here.


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