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“A lifestyle blog with a focus on my food adventures”

Monthly Archives: August 2014

21/08/14 July 4th in Breckenridge

Breckenridge, CO is another hot skiing destination. We had nothing to do and decided to take a ride out there. From Keystone, it is about a 30 minute scenic drive. This  scenery reminds me of our recent trip to Vegas. Loveland is the highest mountain pass in the world that regularly stays open during a […]

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21/08/14 The Good Ones: Elderflower Hour at Post 390

Tuesday night, guests gathered at Post 390 for a Good Ones event. The group featured a hand-selected group of Bostonians who are founders, executives, journalists, entertainers, students, creatives, mentors and mentees. Guests came decked out in their interpretation of the theme, “Moody Blues”. One of the featured guests for the evening was Jonathan Moreira, Sous […]

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20/08/14 Hungry Mother

Hungry Mother might be one of my favorite places to eat. Not only is their food delicious, but their service is impeccable. The dining room feels more like you are at a dinner party at a friend’s house rather than a restaurant. I was excited to introduce my friend Melanie to this place – as […]

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19/08/14 Wagon Ride in Keystone

We were in Keystone for my friend Gabe’s wedding to his college sweetheart Jill. The wedding itself was beautiful and it gave us an excuse to go to one of the hottest destinations in CO. Most of the guests stayed over Saturday night so Gabe’s parents hosted a wagon ride and bbq dinner. We met […]

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18/08/14 Boston Magazine’s Battle of the Burger

On August 13th, over 1,400 guests came to the Black Falcon Terminal to sample the top 20 burgers chosen by Boston Magazine readers. For Boston Magazine’s 3rd annual burger battle, the Blue Ox was back to defend last year’s win. VIP guests were allowed entry at 6pm with early access to food, drinks and a […]

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18/08/14 Horseback Riding in Keystone

I’m not a biker or a hiker, or an outdoorsy person for that matter, so the best way I know how to see the landscape is to go on a horseback ride. I have plenty of experience riding English style, however, most places that tourists go offer Western. The hotel offers 1 hour or 2 […]

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17/08/14 Boston Magazine’s The Cue

Guests gathered on Tuesday night at Black Falcon Terminal for Boston Magazine’s first annual, The Cue. Readers of Boston Magazine voted to pick the top 10 mixed drinks in the city. Those top 10 mixologists came to The Cue to mix their drinks live and guests of the event were asked to pick their favorite. […]

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16/08/14 Farm to Post Dinner at Post 390

Thursday night my friend and I attended our first “Farm to Post” dinner at Post 390. Chef Eric Brennan and Chris Himmel, of Himmel Hospitality (Grill 23, Post 390 and Harvest) invited guests for a summer dinner featuring the fresh produce from Kimball Fruit Farm. Kimball Fruit Farm is a third generation family run farm […]

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15/08/14 Waban Kitchen

Monday night I attended a tequila dinner at Waban Kitchen, owned and operated by Chef Jeff Fournier. Fournier previously worked at the Linwood Grill, Locke Ober, Excelsior, The Metropolitan Club, and Sophia’s. In 1996 he opened up his first restaurant, 51 Lincoln which has won numerous awards over the years. Waban Kitchen is located right […]

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15/08/14 Totto Ramen

Totto Ramen is a small shop on Brighton Ave., sandwiched between a hair salon and Tavern on the Square. There’s no place to wait inside, so we wait on the street – looking at signs that say no takeout, no delivery and cash only. Standing out on the street brings back memories of when Tavern […]

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