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march 2016 - MassVacation.com
What? When? Where? Admission More Info Brunch Time! Every Sunday 10:45 AM-2:45 PM Cobblestones of Lowell 91 Dutton Street Lowell, MA Depends on the menu Featuring chef’s brunch specials like Chicken and Waffles, Stones’ favorites, live music, and Cocoa Puff Martinis! http://cobblestonesoflowell.com/ Worldly Wednesday Every Wednesday 4:00 PM-close Fuse Bistro 45 Palmer Street Lowell, MA Depends on the menu Globally inspired small plates & cocktails. http://www.fuse-bistro.com/ BoatHouse Karaoke Wednesday, March 2 9:00 PM –Thursday, March 3 1:00 AM 294 Tyngsboro Road Dracut, MA Free entry Friends don’t let friends SING ALONE!, Come enjoy a crazy karaoke night with friends, featuring delicious food and great cocktails. http://www.eventbrite.com/e/boathouse-karaoketickets-16125306225?aff=es2 What? Italian Wine Country in Quincy Market Morsels When? Wednesday, March 2 6:00 PM-10:00 PM Wednesday, March 2 12:00 PM-1:00 PM Where? Alba Restaurant 1486 Hancock Street Quincy, MA Boston Public Market 100 Hanover Street at Haymarket T-Stop Boston, MA Admission $39 per person Free More Info Alba in Quincy invites you to savor a bit of Italy on Wednesday, March 2nd at their Discover Italy wine tasting. Atlas Liquors will be pouring ten different Italian wines from various regions showcasing a range of traditions, grape varietals and flavors. Appetizers will also be provided as you sip and find your favorite. To reserve a spot, call 617-376-2522. Swing through the KITCHEN on your lunch break every Wednesday to have a taste of the Boston Public Market. Different vendors will be highlighted each week and free samples will be available while supplies last! http://www.thetrustees.org/things-to-do/greaterboston/event-22467.html What? Taste of South End Fast, Fresh and Delicious for Less When? Tuesday, March 3 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM Thursday, March 3 11:45 AM-12:30 PM & 1:00 PM-1:45 PM Where? The Cyclorama at Boston for the Arts 539 Tremont Street, Boston, MA Boston Public Market 100 Hanover Street at Haymarket T-Stop Boston, MA Admission $50 Per person Free More Info Join AIDS Action Committee as we bring over 40 of the finest restaurants from Boston’s Hottest culinary destinations http://action.aac.org/site/PageServer?pagename=e vents_taste Every Thursday, Project Bread’s Chef Vanessa Labranche leads this free cooking demonstration to teach market patrons how to prepare healthy meals on a budget. Each week, Chef Vanessa introduces new recipes that feature fresh, healthy foods that can be purchased at the market. Enjoy simple, tasty recipes that do not require a lot of time, skill, or money to prepare. This class is free. http://www.thetrustees.org/things-to-do/greaterboston/event-22520.html What? Boston’s Market District and Haymarket Skrei- “The Norwegian Miracle” When? Thursday, March 3 6:00 PM-8:30 PM Thursday, March 3Saturday, March 30 Where? Admission More Info Boston Public Market 100 Hanover Street at Haymarket T-Stop Boston, MA Trustee Members: $9; Nonmemb ers: $15 Kenneth C. Turino, Manager of Community Engagement and Exhibitions for Historic New England leads this talk about the history of Boston's markets. This wellillustrated presentation looks at how Boston’s Market District developed from a time when Boston’s earliest settlers were served by peddlers with carts to the first outdoor markets established around the Town Dock. http://www.thetrustees.org/things-to-do/greaterboston/event-22623.html Participating Legal Seafood Locations Depends on the menu We’re featuring the “Norwegian Miracle”, an ultrapremium cod. http://www.legalseafoods.com/index.cfm/page/Skrei,March-3-March-30/cdid/45806/pid/43564 What? Harpoon St. Patrick’s Festival Sippy Spring Fireside Chats When? Friday, March 4 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Saturday, March 5 1:00 PM – 9:30 PM Saturday, March 5 & Saturday March 19 3:00 PM-4:15 PM Where? Harpoon Brewery 306 Northern Avenue Boston, MA The Fireplace 1634 Beacon Street Brookline, MA Admission $20 Per person More Info What better place to begin the season then at the largest brewery in Boston!, Come and enjoy beer, corned beef and cabbage and live music. http://www.harpoonbrewery.com/festivals/2127/2 015-harpoon-st-patricks-festival Prices range from $25-$30 Say hello to warmer weather with liquor (and beer and wine) learning at The Fireplace. As part of his on-going Fireside Chat series, chef-owner Jim Solomon invites you to raise a glass with brewers, vintners and farmers at the Washington Square spot and increase your beverage IQ. Head over every other Saturday from 3:00-4:15pm to explore an array of topics from colonial spirits to cool summer cocktails. The chats range in price from $25-30 and reservations are appreciated, but not necessary. Check out the schedule below and call 617-975-1900 to secure a seat for springtime sips. http://www.bostonchefs.com/events/sippy-springfireside-chats/2016-04-02/ What? Libation Learning at 51 Lincoln Orleans Winter Farmers’ Market Chefs Cooking for Hope When? Where? Saturday, March 5 & Saturday, March 19 2:00 PM-3:00 PM 51 Lincoln 51 Lincoln Street Newton Highlands, MA Saturday, March 5 & Saturday, March 19 9:00 AM-12:00 PM Nauset Regional Middle School Cafeteria 70 Route 28 Orleans, MA Saturday, March 5 6:30 – 9:00 PM 125 High Street Boston, MA Admission More Info $50 per person Become a beverage expert (or at least learn from one) at 51 Lincoln. Head Bartender Jamie Shaw has a lineup of classes in a variety of styles, ranging from sparkling wines to beach-worthy tiki concoctions. http://www.bostonchefs.com/events/51-lincolnbeverage-classes/2016-04-02/ Free The Orleans Winter Farmers’ Market is a project of the Community Development Partnership, with support from the Orleans Farmers’ Market Advisory Committee. The Market is made possible with financial support from the USDA Rural Development Program and the Cape Cod Economic Development Council. The Market Title Sponsor is Cape Cod Healthcare. http://www.capecdp.org/content/orleans_winter_farmers_market/ Free entry Enjoy delicious food, signature cocktails, and specialty wine and beers from more than 30 of Boston’s top restaurants and wine establishments. What? When? Where? Admission More Info http://www.dana-farber.org/How-toHelp/Leadership-and-Advocacy/Friends-of-DanaFarber/Friends-Events/Chefs-Cooking-forHope.aspx Maple Magic Day Saturday, March 5 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM Natick Community Organic Farm 117 Eliot St. Natick, MA $10 per person ($8 for members) Maple Sugar Festival Saturday, March 5 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Brookwood Farm Blue Hills Reservation, Milton, MA $6 per person Farm visitors can go on a maple sugaring tour and learn about Native American and Colonial sugaring techniques. Come early for the Annual Pancake Breakfast! http://natickfarm.org/Pages/Maple_Magic.html It’s sugarin’ time in the Blue Hills! Watch as maple syrup is made in the traditional way. http://www.mass.gov/eea/agencies/dcr/massparks /region-south/blue-hills-reservation.html What? You Can Have Your Welsh Cake & Eat It Too! Secrets of Great Sushi Winter Kettle: Seasonal Soups for the Soul When? Saturday, March 5 2:00 PM Saturday, March 5 1:00 PM-3:00 PM Saturday March 5 5:30 PM-8:00 PM Where? Admission More Info Free For those of you who have been to the Powisset Farm stand, you know Copper Kettle Bakery Welsh Cakes. Made on a griddle or a bakestone, they are a cross between a scone, a biscuit and a pancake. They can be eaten at breakfast, tea time or all day, as we like to do here. Learn how to make Welsh Cakes from the brain behind Copper Kettle Bakery, Helen Coates. Following the class, we will enjoy our creations with some warm. http://tinyurl.com/welshcakesatpowisset Sur La Table Copley Place 100 Huntington Ave Boston, MA $79 per person Sushi is about subtle combinations kept simple: seasoned rice, seasonal fish at peak freshness, slightly roasted seaweed and just a hint of flavoring from sauces and condiments. In this fun, hands-on class, you’ll learn the art of sushi making, from preparing perfect rice to hand rolling techniques for beautiful presentation. Plus, you’ll discover secrets for selecting fresh fish that best showcases its flavor in sushi. After learning a few essential skills, you’ll enjoy experimenting at home—creating delectable sushi whenever the craving strikes. Reserve by phone : 800-243-0852 http://www.surlatable.com/sku/2547503/Secrets+of+Great+Sushi Boston Public Market 100 Hanover Street at Haymarket T-Stop Boston, MA Trustees Members: $60; Nonmemb ers: $75 Join chef Carolyn Grieco on Saturday evenings this winter for our winter culinary workshop series. With seasonal ingredients as our inspiration, these classes bring together the market's winter bounty. http://www.thetrustees.org/things-to-do/greaterboston/event22614.html?srregion=&srrelated_property=&srevent_type=&d Powisset Farm 37 Powisset Street Dover, MA What? When? Where? Admission More Info ateType=srevent_start_date&srstartDate=3%2F01%2F2016&sr endDate=3%2F31%2F2016&x=46&y=9 Pancakes on the Farm Saturday, March 5Sunday, March 6 & Saturday, March 12Sunday, March 13 9:00 AM-1:00 PM Weekend Maple Sugaring Tours Saturday, March 5Sunday, March 6 & Saturday, March 12Sunday, March 13 10:30 AM-2:30 PM Heifer Farm 216 Wachusett Street Rutland, MA $12 for adults, $6 ages 3-10, under 2 are free Reserve a seat for Heifer Farm’s annual pancake breakfast. The meal includes pancakes covered in Heifer Farm maple syrup with a side of farm-raised pork sausage, coffee and juice. After breakfast, tour the farm to view the maple sugaring operation, meet the newborn lambs and explore Heifer’s Global Village. Reservations are required for this popular breakfast feast by calling 508-886-2221 or by e-mailing heifer.farm@heifer.org. Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary 87 Perkins Row Topsfield, MA Adults: $9 members, $10 nonmembers. Children: $7 members, $8 nonmembers. Under 3: Free. On our naturalist-guided tours, learn how to identify a sugar maple, observe tapping and sap collection methods, watch the sap being boiled down in the sugarhouse, and get a sweet taste of the final product. Afterwards, warm up by the woodstove in the Barn, where hot beverages, hot dogs cooked in maple sap, and delicious soups and desserts made by our volunteers are available for purchase. http://www.massaudubon.org/get-outdoors/wildlifesanctuaries/ipswich-river/news-events/weekend-maple-sugaring-tours What? Seafood Expo North America When? Sunday, March 6 – Tuesday March 8 Where? Boston Seafood 8 Fid Kennedy Avenue Boston, MA Admission Free entry More Info Featuring over 1,000 exhibiting companies from more than 40 counties. Exhibitors supply nearly every time of fish, seafood, and seafood related product. Phone#:(207)842-5538 http://www.seafoodexpo.com/north-america/ Cooking Demo with Chef Lucy Parker Sunday, March 6 2:30 PM-3:30 PM Tower Hill Botanic Garden 11 French Avenue Boylston, MA Free with admission to the gardens Lucy Parker won the blue ribbon for the Apple Pie Contest at the Sterling, Massachusetts Fair, 2012. She decided to start a pie baking business based on making a great product with quality ingredients. 508-869-6111 What? Straight Outta Cambridge $1 Buck Shuck with Red’s Best When? Where? Admission More Info Sunday, March 6 10:30 AM-2:30 PM Alden & Harlow 40 Brattle Street Cambridge, MA Depends on the menu Damn it feels good to be a diner—Alden & Harlow goes back to the Dogghouse with The Dove Shack, Dr. Dre and the gang for a brunch bursting with beats. On Sunday, March 6th, chef Michael Scelfo pays homage to the hip hop stars of days past with an a la carte menu of Lodi Dodi-esque dishes and drinks. Dig in to the N.W.A. (that’s Nutella, waffles and apple) while sippin’ on Gin and Juice (gin, honey, grapefruit, lime and soda) as the DJ spins on the ones and twos. Take a look at the throwback track list below (including plenty of Snoop Dogg-approved hemp seed), available in addition to the regular brunch menu from 10:30am-2:30pm. Call 617864-2100 with any questions. Sunday, March 6 8:00 AM-8:00 PM Boston Public Market 100 Hanover Street at Haymarket T-Stop Boston, MA Free Visit Red’s Best to take advantage of $1 oysters all day. No better way to celebrate Sunday Funday! While supplies last. What? Touch Tank Sundays with Red’s Best Taste of the Season Succulent Gardens with Stow Greenhouses When? Sunday, March 6 10:00 AM-4:00 PM Sunday, March 6 11:00 AM-1:00 PM Sunday, March 6 1:00 PM-2:00 PM Where? Boston Public Market 100 Hanover Street at Haymarket T-Stop Boston, MA Admission More Info Free Every Sunday in March, get up close to learn and touch whole, local fish and shellfish. Boston Public Market 100 Hanover Street at Haymarket T-Stop Boston, MA Free Every Sunday, Stop by the Kitchen for our weekly seasonal tastings sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield Massachusetts. Each week will feature seasonal produce or products from the market. Taste of the Season is free and open to all, so visit the KITCHEN and have a taste. http://www.thetrustees.org/things-to-do/greaterboston/event-22415.html Boston Public Market 100 Hanover Street at Haymarket T-Stop Boston, MA Trustees Members: $36; Nonmemb ers: $45 Learn how to make and care for a beautiful succulent garden. Students will be able to able to choose from a variety of succulents to create a long lasting, low maintenance container garden. http://www.thetrustees.org/things-to-do/greater-boston/event24451.html?srregion=&srrelated_property=&srevent_type=&dateType =srevent_start_date&srstartDate=3%2F01%2F2016&srendDate=3%2F3 1%2F2016&x=46&y=9http://www.thetrustees.org/things-todo/greater-boston/event24451.html?srregion=&srrelated_property=&srevent_type=&dateType What? When? Where? Admission More Info =srevent_start_date&srstartDate=3%2F01%2F2016&srendDate=3%2F3 1%2F2016&x=46&y=9 Dine Out Boston Sunday, March 6Friday, March 11 & Sunday, March 13Friday, March 18 170 Restaurants throughout Greater Boston serving prix fixe meals Lunch Prices: $15$25; Dinner Prices: $28$38 Share your experiences on Instagram for a chance to win $100 gift cards to participating restaurants. The rules are simple: photograph your dish, post to Instagram using #DineOutBoston, and mention the restaurant where you dined. Each day during Dine Out Boston the photo that gets the most likes is our winner! Continue to enjoy great dining by bidding on Gift Certificates from participating restaurants. The online auction begins March 7. DOBauction.com– Bid High. Bid Often. Dineoutboston.com for restaurants, menus & reservations What? St Patrick’s Day Irish Pub Challenge Inventive Sustainable Seafood with Marc Sheehan Secrets of Great Sushi When? Monday, March 7 Registration: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Start time: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM Where? Admission More Info Boston’s largest pub crawl, the Irish Pub Challenge is back. We’re going to go to 30 pubs starching across Downtown Boston, as a warm up to St.Partick’s day. Phone#:(855)-IRISH-PUB https://irishpubchallenge.com/boston/tickets/ 903 Boylston Street Boston, MA Free entry Monday, March 7 6:00 PM-9:00 PM Boston Center for Adult Education 122 Arlington Street Boston, MA $70 Tuition, $60 Members, $15 Materials An exclusive opportunity to mingle and cook with some of the area’s top chefs as part of its ongoing celebrity chefs cooking series. All of the chefs will emerge from their renowned kitchens and into the BCAE’s state-of-the-art kitchen facilities for a one session interactive cooking class. Under the guidance of these top chefs, students will learn how to create the perfect dishes for all their winter get-togethers! These delicious classes will leave everyone wanting more. www.bcae.org Tuesday, March 8 6:30 PM-8:30 PM Sur La Table Copley Place 100 Huntington Ave Boston, MA $79 per person In this fun, hands-on class, you’ll learn the art of sushi making, from preparing perfect rice to hand rolling techniques for beautiful presentation. Plus, you’ll discover secrets for selecting fresh fish that best showcases its flavor in sushi. Reserve by phone: 800-243-0852 http://www.surlatable.com/sku/2547578/Secrets+of+Great+S ushi What? Edible Art for Kids When? Wednesday, March 9 3:30 PM-4:30 PM Where? Admission Boston Public Market 100 Hanover Street at Haymarket T-Stop Boston, MA Trustees Members: $12/family; Nonmemb ers: $20/family Back Bay Night Out Thursday, March 10 5:00 PM-10:00 PM Prudential Center 800 Boylston Street Boston, MA Free Tuscan Wine & Dine Friday, March 11 7:00 PM-10:00 PM Tomasso Trattoria 154 Turnpike Road Southborough, MA $125 per person More Info Families are welcome the second Wednesday of each month for Edible Art, presented by The Art of Healthy Eating. This program is recommended for children ages 3-6. http://www.thetrustees.org/things-to-do/greaterboston/event-22601.html In partnership with the Back Bay Association, the annual Back Bay Night Out gives attendees a chance to experience Prudential Center, while perusing an array of retailers, lifestyle brands and dining experiences. http://www.bostonusa.com/includes/calendar-ofevents/Back-Bay-Night-Out/35493/ The Southborough restaurant puts the spotlight on Tuscan vineyards Isole e Olena with a five-course, winefocused feast. Chef Daniele Baliani will be serving up regionally inspired specialties (rosemary roast pork loin, grilled polenta and more) for pairing with the glasses. A rare Chianti will make an appearance. Make a reservation at: 508-481-8484 What? When? Where? Admission More Info Come get some of the luck of the Irish during the Annual St.Patty’s day crawl! http://bostonleprecrawl.com/index.html Boston Leprecrawl Saturday, March 12 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM Barney Fanning’s 99 Broad St Boston, MA $25 Per person Sap to Syrup Farmer’s Breakfast Saturday, March 12Sunday, March 13 9:00 AM-1:00 PM Drumlin Farm 208 S. Great Road Lincoln, MA Free http://www.massaudubon.org/getoutdoors/programcatalog#results:sanctuary=6:keywords=Syrup Saturday, March 12 9:00 AM-11:30 AM Plymouth South High School 490 Long Pond Road Plymouth, MA $10 for adults, $8 for kids Plymouth Public Library Corporation is proud to announce our annual STORYBOOK BREAKFAST to Benefit the Plymouth Public Library Children’s Department. http://www.seeplymouth.com/events/storybookbreakfast Storybook Breakfast What? How to Build Grain and Veggie Bowls 7th Annual Maple Barn Breakfast at Hardwick Vineyard and Winery Maple Breakfast When? Where? Admission Saturday, March 12 11:00 AM-1:30 PM West Tisbury Kitchen Lab 1201 State Road West Tisbury, MA Saturday, March 12 8:30 AM-1:00 PM Hardwick Vineyard and Winery 3305 Greenwich Road Hardwick, MA Price TBD Mary Lyon Church 17 Upper Street Buckland, MA $10 for adults, $5 for kids, free for under 5 Saturday, March 12 8:00 AM-11:30 AM $55 per person More Info We will be making a Mexican bowl, as well as several others, and talking about the 3 basic steps to follow each time to make your own: the grain, the toppings and the sauce or dressing. http://calendar.vineyardgazette.com/event/how_to_bui ld_grain_and_veggie_bowls?utm_campaign=widget&ut m_medium=widget&utm_source=Calendar+View#.Vt7tz X0rKUk All you can eat breakfast buffet, maple adult beverages, free hayride, blacksmithing demo, face painting, animals, and local maple products. www.hardwickwinery.com All proceeds go toward Buckland Public Library operating expenses. Brought to you by the Trustees of Buckland Public Library. http://franklincc.chambermaster.com/events/details/m aple-breakfast-4439 What? Cheese Making with Clifford – Alpine and Mediterranean Cheeses 2016 Open Hearth Cooking Classes New England Food Show When? Saturday, March 12 8:00 AM-5:00 PM Saturday, March 12 4:00 PM-8:00 Pm Sunday, March 13 – Tuesday March 15 Where? Great Falls Harvest Restaurant 50 3rd Street Turners Falls, MA Historic Deerfield Hall Tavern 80 Old Main Street Deerfield, MA Boston Convention Center 415 Summer Street, Boston, MA Admission More Info $125 for one class, $100 for two or more. Introduction to dipped curd technique and cheeses made with thermophllic culturea. Cheeses may include: Swiss, Mozzarella, Parmesan, Ramono, and Gouda. Fondue, made from Upinngil's own Swiss - the "Upinnzellar", provided for lunch. www.upinngil.com $60 per person "Supper at the Hall Tavern: Special Evening Class Come and prepare hearth tavern fare and enjoy supper by the fire.” http://www.historicdeerfield.org/event/workshops/open-hearth-cookingclasses-2/?eID=18389#sthash.CeD6pW8C.dpuf Free entry Showcases products from Agriculture and Forestry, Seafood and Organic Food, Wine and Spirits industries. Phone#:(312)853-2525 http://nefs.restaurant.org/Home What? St. Patrick’s Day Parade St. Patrick’s Day Cupcake Decorating Class Fiddler on the Farm When? Sunday, March 13 Start time: 1:00 PM Sunday, March 13 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM Sunday, March 13 2:00 PM Where? Broadway South Boston, MA Admission Free entry Treat Cupcake Bar 1450 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA $75 Per person Powisset Farm 37 Powisset St Dover, MA Trustees Members: $5 NonMembers: $10 More Info Join 600,000 people celebrating Boston’s Irish heritage. Phone#:(617)268-7955 http://www.bostoncentral.com/events/boston_st_ patricks_day_parade/p1130.php Decorating cupcakes is so much fun. Clovers, pots of gold, Leprechauns and other Saint Patrick’s Day flair will be explored during this light heated class. Phone#:(617)916-5149 http://www.eventbrite.com/e/st-patricks-daycupcake-decorating-class-2016-tickets18126899043?aff=es2 Celtic fiddler Claire Pettit is a gifted instrumentalist, composer, singer, and dancer. Accomplished on both the violin and viola, she has studied traditional fiddling with several of Cape Breton Island’s legendary masters. Her performances in western and eastern Canada, Pennsylvania, Michigan, Massachusetts, and across California have earned her rave reviews by music critics. http://tinyurl.com/fiddleronthefarmpowisset What? DIY Terrariums with Stow Greenhouse Cricket Creek Farm Demo at Appleton Farms Storrowton Village Museum’s Annual Maple Harvest Day When? Where? Admission More Info Sunday, March 13 3:00 PM-5:00 PM Boston Public Market 100 Hanover Street at Haymarket T-Stop Boston, MA Trustees Members: $36; Nonmemb ers: $45 Ever wish you had a trendy terrarium like you see on Pinterest? Well now you can learn how to DIY! http://www.thetrustees.org/things-to-do/greaterboston/event22626.html?srregion=&srrelated_property=&srevent_type=&d ateType=srevent_start_date&srstartDate=3%2F01%2F2016&sr endDate=3%2F31%2F2016&x=46&y=9 Sunday, March 13 12:00 PM-2:00 PM Boston Public Market 100 Hanover Street at Haymarket T-Stop Boston, MA Free Meet Suzy from Cricket Creek Farm - she’ll be sampling Maggie’s Round, Tobasi and Berkshire Bloom cheeses, made at her farm in Williamstown. $5 for breakfast, Free for Harvest Program Treat yourself and your family to a scrumptious sit-down breakfast prepared by the West Springfield Lions Club. Pancakes with pure Massachusetts maple syrup, sausages, coffee and juice will be served in the Red Barn ($5/person). Learn about the history and folklore of one of New England’s earliest harvests – maple sugar. At the Gilbert Farmstead, see a demonstration of a sugar camp and sap boiling, fireplace cooking demonstration, and crafts. Select maple products and memorabilia will also be available for sale. This is a free program presented by Storrowton Village Museum. http://www.thebige.com/ese/events/maple-2/ Sunday, March 13 10:00 AM-12:00 PM Eastern States Exposition 1305 Memorial Ave West Springfield, MA What? When? Where? Admission Cookie Tasting and Recipe Swap Sunday, March 13 2:00 PM-3:00 PM West Tisbury Public Library 1042 State Road West Tisbury, MA Grand Craft Beer & Cider Tasting Monday, March 14 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM 292 Forest Street Needham, MA Free entry The Stadium 1495 Hanock Street, Quincy MA $10 for tickets online $20 at door St. Patrick’s Day Pub Crawl Monday, March 14 12:30 – 8:00 PM Free More Info You’ll get a chance to present your homemade creations and sample everyone else’s. Please bring 3 dozen cookies – you’ll go home with as many cookies as you bring. Participants will be able to sample cookies, share stories, and take home recipes. http://calendar.vineyardgazette.com/event/cookie_tasting_and_recip e_swap?utm_campaign=widget&utm_medium=widget&utm_source=C alendar+View#.Vt7uY30rKUk Sample beer and cider from a dozen breweries in the greenhouse at Volante Farms. Phone#:(718)444-2351 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/grand-craft-beercider-tasting-registration-15666343455 Join South Shore Events and hundreds of others as we take over Quincy Center. Wear your most original green get up and you could win $100 in cash! Enjoy Irish themed drink, food and dancing. Phone#:(857)526-0946 http://www.southshoreevents.com/paddy-s-day-pub-crawl.html What? Noodles & Dumplings with Phillip Tang Tequila Tuesday Craft Beer Cellar Open House When? Monday, March 14 6:00 PM-9:00 PM Tuesday, March 15 5:00 PM-9:00 PM Wednesday, March 16 5:00 PM-7:00 PM Where? Boston Center for Adult Education 122 Arlington Street Boston, MA Olé 11 Springfield Street Cambridge, MA Craft Beer Cellar 31 Main Street Plymouth, MA Admission More Info $70 Tuition, $60 Members, $15 Materials An exclusive opportunity to mingle and cook with some of the area’s top chefs as part of its ongoing celebrity chefs cooking series. All of the chefs will emerge from their renowned kitchens and into the BCAE’s state-of-the-art kitchen facilities for a one session interactive cooking class. Under the guidance of these top chefs, students will learn how to create the perfect dishes for all their winter get-togethers! These delicious classes will leave everyone wanting more. www.bcae.org $110 per person Chef Erwin Ramos has a four-course prix fixe of tequila-friendly plates, like Woodbury clams with a Serrano-butter broth, and lamb with chili-roasted carrots and maple salsa. You’ll start the evening with a hibiscus margarita and move into a Fortaleza tequila tasting with a pour of blanco, reposado or anejo with each course. Make a reservation at: 617-492-4495 Free Join our friends in the hospitality industry to learn about Destination Plymouth’s new member, Craft Beer Cellar. Sample the goods and learn about the services they offer, including online shopping, delivery, events, special orders, mix your own 6-pack, etc. RSVP to plymouth@craftbeercellar.com or call 774-773-9229. What? When? Where? Admission St. Patrick’s Day Thursday, March 17 Boston Public Market 100 Hanover Street at Haymarket T-Stop Boston, MA St. Patrick’s Day Dinner Thursday, March 17 11:00 AM-1:00 PM & 4:00 PM-6:00 PM Verrill Farm 11 Wheeler Street Concord, MA $11.95 per person Thursday, March 17 3:00 PM 110 Grill 116 Chelmsford Street Chelmsford, MA Depends on the menu St. Patrick’s Day Celebration Depends on the vendor More Info From corned beef and cabbage to a more unconventional meal, find a delicious range of ingredients for your St. Paddy’s Day celebrations at the Market. In honor of a day dedicated to “green,” bring the kids for a nutrition lesson and hands-on tasting of various local greens – arugula, kale, spinach, and more – they’ll learn that food can be tasty and fun! Enjoy special holiday vendor promotions. Corned Beef and Cabbage with Potatoes and Carrots, hot or cold. http://www.verrillfarm.com/ Live music and happy hour menu all day for St. Patrick’s Day. Celebrate with us! http://www.110grill.com/ What? When? Where? St. Patrick’s Day Thursday, March 17 Cobblestones of Lowell 91 Dutton Street Lowell, MA St. Patrick’s Day Celebration! Thursday, March 17 9:00 AM-close Owen and Ollies 91 Mill Street Dracut, MA Welcome Spring at Woods Hill Table Friday, March 18 6:00 PM-9:00 PM Woods Hill Table 24 Commonwealth Ave Concord, MA Admission More Info Depends on the menu Drink specials, Irish whiskey, Guinness, and great food! Serving traditional Irish Corned Beef and Cabbage Dinner. http://cobblestonesoflowell.com/ Depends on the menu Enjoy traditional Irish music, a special Irish menu, and specialty cocktails! $115 per person http://www.owenandollies.com/ Woods Hill Table is pulling out all the stops to toast their first anniversary on Friday, March 18th. Restaurant regulars and newcomers alike will delight in an array of food, drink and fun that includes live music, a whole roasted suckling pig fresh off their farm, oyster towers, charcuterie plates and, of course, a special seasonal cocktail (or two!) to mark the occasion. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/woods-hill-table-one-year-anniversaryparty-tickets-22139569047 What? When? Where? Admission Savory Hand Pies Saturday, March 19 2:00 PM-5:00 PM Boston Center for Adult Education 122 Arlington Street Boston, MA Tuition: $50, Member: $43, Materials: $18 Whiskey Rebellion Boston Saturday, March 19 & Sunday, March 20 2:30 PM– 5:00 PM Moska Central Square 450 Mass Avenue Cambridge , MA $42 Per person 3rd Annual Massachusetts Maple Weekend Saturday, March 19Sunday, March 20 Various Locations Depends on the location More Info We're very excited to present Maura Kilpatrick of Sofra Bakery and Oleana Restaurant for an afternoon of making delicious and exotic savory hand pies featuring meats, vegetables and flavorings from all over the world. A rare treat to get hands-on with one of Boston's great pastry chefs! http://www.bcae.org/index.cfm?method=ClassInfo.ClassInformation&i nt_class_id=13867&int_category_id=0&int_sub_category_id=0&int_ca talog_id=0 Showcase American whiskeys from producers and suppliers, there will be people answering questions and explaining the distillation process. http://www.wheretoeat.in/2015-whiskey-rebellion-boston/ To celebrate Maple Weekend, March 19-20, these restaurants are featuring delicious appetizers, entrees, side dishes, deserts and cocktails made with Massachusetts maple syrup. http://www.massmaple.org/mwrestaurants.php What? Hopkinton Wine and Cheese Festival When? Saturday, March 19 3:00 PM Where? The Vin Bin 22 South Street Hopkinton, MA Admission Free More Info Come sample more than 80 wines, beers, cheeses and take advantage of our entire storewide wine sale. Savings from 10 to 30% off. https://www.facebook.com/events/830317203760769 2016 Open Hearth Cooking Classes Saturday Tea Service Saturday, March 19 10:00 AM-2:30 PM Historic Deerfield Hall Tavern 80 Old Main Street Deerfield, MA Saturday, March 19 3:00 PM-4:30 PM The Inn at Hastings Park 2027 Massachusetts Ave Lexington, MA $60 per person $28 per person "Cooking with Amelia Simmons: The First American Cookbook.” http://www.historicdeerfield.org/event/workshops/open-hearth-cookingclasses-2/?eID=18389#sthash.CeD6pW8C.dpuf Enjoy traditional tea sandwiches, scones, and pastries. Adults can celebrate with their choice of tea or coffee, and children are sure to enjoy hot chocolate with homemade marshmallows or their choice of herbal tea. Reservations required: 781-301-6655 http://www.innathastingspark.com/eventsen.html#item_5 What? When? Breakfast with the Easter Bunny Maple Day Saturday, March 19 9:00 AM-11:00 AM Sunday, March 20 11:00 AM-4:00 PM Where? Dave & Busters 271 Mishawum Road Woburn, MA Boston Public Market 100 Hanover Street at Haymarket T-Stop Boston, MA Admission $19.99 per person Depends on the vendor More Info Breakfast with the Easter Bunny Package includes: Breakfast Buffet, $10.00 Power Card, Activities, and Picture with the Easter Bunny. $19.99 per person before tax and suggested gratuity. Tickets must be purchased online https://dnb.ticketbud.com/breakfast-with-the-easterbunny-woburn-ba348c58c220 It’s not just for breakfast! Maple's natural sweet flavor can enhance any dish or beverage to give you a special twist on an old favorite. In celebration of March being Maple Month in Massachusetts, join us for a special day dedicated to all things maple, including a pancake brunch in the KITCHEN, maple tastings, Kids’ Nook activities, a visit from the Massachusetts Maple Producers Association, maple candy (made right in front of you!), and special vendor promotions. What? Maple Sugaring Open House Dope Sunday Easter Egg Hunt When? Sunday, March 20 2:00 PM-4:00 PM Sunday, March 20 8:00 PM-11:55 PM Sunday, March 20 11:30 AM Where? Graves Sugarhouse 123 Wilson Graves Road Shelburne, MA Beat Brasserie 13 Brattle Street Cambridge, MA Tuscan Kitchen 67 Main Street Woburn, MA Admission Free More Info Massachusetts Maple Producers Association members celebrate sugaring with its annual Maple Weekend on March 19 & 20, by opening their sugarhouses for tours, selling treats, and giving out samples of hot-off-the-evaporator syrup. https://www.facebook.com/events/917499178357798/ Depends on the menu You can join DJ Roy Barboza for something hot and fresh out the kitchen at Dope Sunday, an evening of bites and Billboard toppers. Dinner service begins at 5:00pm with dishes like crispy tuna spring rolls and a prime natural beef hamburger with port wine aioli. Call 617-499-0001 with any questions. Free Tuscan’s annual hunt attracts hundreds of children eager to hunt for hundreds of eggs filled with prizes and candy, as well as the special golden eggs that hold a gift certificate for a free gelato at Tuscan Market. Following the Easter Egg Hunt, the Easter Bunny will be making a visit to Tuscan Market for photos with guests. What? Battle of the Barrels When? Monday, March 21Saturday, March 26 5:30 PM-8:00 PM Where? Admission Rosebud American Kitchen & Bar 381 Summer Street Somerville, MA Depends on the menu New Twists on New England Favorites with Russell Ferguson Monday, March 21 6:00 PM-9:00 PM Boston Center for Adult Education 122 Arlington Street Boston, MA $70 Tuition, $60 Members, $15 Materials Townsman Turns One! Monday, March 21 6:00 PM Townsman 120 Kingston Street Boston, MA $60 per person More Info Each night of the week from Monday, March 21st to Saturday, March 26th, a representative from a different brewery will be at the Davis Square restaurant to chat brews and tap kegs. Chef John Delpha will serve up a beef short rib special with ancho chocolate mole and crumbled stilton. Call 617-629-9500 for any questions. An exclusive opportunity to mingle and cook with some of the area’s top chefs as part of its ongoing celebrity chefs cooking series. All of the chefs will emerge from their renowned kitchens and into the BCAE’s state-of-the-art kitchen facilities for a one session interactive cooking class. Under the guidance of these top chefs, students will learn how to create the perfect dishes for all their winter get-togethers! These delicious classes will leave everyone wanting more. www.bcae.org Guest chefs from Rhode Island and the Boston area will each present two dishes at designated dining room stations for enjoying alongside live jazz and DJ stylings. Four Boston bartenders will join the Townsman team to shake up specialty cocktails in honor of the restaurant’s birthday in addition to wine, beer and Champagne offerings at the cash bar. Purchase tickets from: http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/2505609 What? When? Where? Admission More Info $28-$40 Representatives from the area's finest restaurants, caterers, gourmet and ethnic markets, gift boutiques, wineries, brew houses and local purveyors of fine liquors will offer delicious samples of food and beverages at this event. There will be “People’s Choice” awards for different food and beverage categories, giving “Taste” guests the opportunity to vote for their favorite and decide who is “Best of the MetroWest.” 6th Annual Taste of MetroWest Tuesday, March 22 5:00 PM-8:00 PM Sheraton Framingham Hotel & Conference Center 1657 Worcester Road Framingham, MA A Taste of Metro South Wednesday, March 23 5:30 PM-8:00 PM The Shaw’s Center 1 Feinberg Way Brockton, MA $35 a person Enjoy samples from over 40 area restaurants, local musicians, and more! www.metrosouthtaste.com Beer Dinner Series Wednesday, March 23 6:00 PM Offshore Ale Company 30 Kennebec Ave Oak Bluffs, MA $55 per person 5-course beer pairing. All-inclusive meal, beverages, tax and gratuity. Hosted by Brewer Neil Atkins. Reservations required. http://offshoreale.com What? When? Woophoria Wednesday, March 23 5:30 PM-7:00 PM Improve Brandeis Festival Friday, March 25 3:00 PM – 11:00PM Saturday, March 26 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM Sunday, March 27 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM Mixology: Spring Cocktail Shrubs Friday, March 25 6:00 PM-8:00 PM Where? EcoTarium 222 Harrington Way Worcester, MA Slosberg Music Center Brandeis University Waltham, MA Boston Public Market 100 Hanover Street at Haymarket T-Stop Boston, MA Admission Free Free entry Trustees Members: $40; Nonmemb ers: $50 More Info Open to the general public, the event will feature local cultural venues, restaurants/caterers, creative retailers, entertainment, food samplings, familyfriendly activities, and more. http://www.destinationworcester.org/woophoria/ Come enjoy live music and food at this improvisation that enlivens the arts and sciences. Featuring concerts, panel discussions and workshops, it features a wide range of artistic genres. http://www.freeimprovisation.com/BIF2015/BIF2015.ht ml Spoiler alert: This kind of shrub isn’t found in the yard! The Mixologists from WanderLush will show you how to experiment with three basic shrub recipes and learn how to use the appropriate mixers or spirits with them. And, you'll get to take home your own handmade shrub. http://www.thetrustees.org/things-to-do/greater-boston/event22615.html?srregion=&srrelated_property=&srevent_type=&dateType =srevent_start_date&srstartDate=3%2F01%2F2016&srendDate=3%2F3 1%2F2016&x=46&y=9 What? When? FCCC Breakfast Series with Suzanna Bump Waltham Food and Wine Festival Friday, March 25 7:20 AM-9:00 AM Saturday, March 26 6:00 PM -8:30 PM Where? Admission Dining Commons at Greenfield Community College 1 College Drive Greenfield, MA FCCC Members: $13, General Admission: $16 http://franklincc.chambermaster.com/events/details/fcc c-breakfast-series-with-suzanne-bump-4391 $50 Per person Enjoy an elegant evening of food, wine, music and surprises served by the sommeliers of Gordon’s Liquors and cuisine. Phone#:(718)893-5410 Westin WalthamBoston Hotel, 70 3rd Avenue Waltham, MA More Info Taxpayers! Come to breakfast and learn how the State Auditor's Office attempts to save your dollars by investigating fraud and waste in State Government. http://www.walthamfoodandwine.com/ Brew Woo Saturday, March 26, 1:00pm – 9:00pm DCU Center, 50 Foster St. Worcester, MA 01608 $35 Standard ticket, $60 VIP Ticket Features craft beers, local brews, a food court, and live music http://brewwoo.com/ (508)755-6800 What? Sugaring Off Festival When? Saturday, March 26 9:00 AM-12:00 PM Where? Admission More Info Weston Middle School Sugarhouse 456 Wellesley Street Weston, MA Free One of our most popular events of the year, join us at the Weston Middle School Sugar House for a pancake breakfast, student-led tours of the Sugar House, and more. Our first maple syrup bottles of the year will be on sale on this special day. The event will be held at 456 Wellesley Street on Saturday, March 26, from 9am to 12noon. http://landssake.org/events/ $30 for adults, $20 for children, $100 table of four Guests will enjoy English-style sandwiches, sweets and a pot of tea along with unlimited rides on the carousel. Guests will also decorate their own cup and saucer as a keepsake. http://www.seeplymouth.com/events/easter-tea-partybattleship-cove $10 for adults, $5 for kids & seniors Easter Tea Party at Battleship Cove Saturday, March 26 1:00 PM-3:00 PM Battleship Cove 5 Water Street Fall River, MA 6th Annual Red Apple Farm Brunch with the Easter Bunny Saturday, March 26 8:00 AM-1:00 PM Red Apple Farm 455 Highland Ave Phillipston, MA Ham, eggs, pancakes, sausage, home fries, toast, fruit, & beverages. www.redapplefarm.com What? Easter Brunch at Twigs Café Easter Brunch for the Whole Family Top of the Hub Easter Brunch When? Sunday, March 27 10:30 AM, 12:30 PM, & 2:30 PM Sunday, March 27 11:00 AM-2:00 PM Sunday, March 27 11:00 AM-2:30 PM Where? Admission More Info Adults: $45 Children ages 5-12: $20 Children under 5: Free The brunch buffet will feature local and seasonal breakfast foods, lamb, poultry, sustainable seafood, a variety of vegetarian options, pasta, roasted vegetables and salad greens, New England cheeses and cured meats, and an assortment of homemade desserts. Coffee, tea, and cider is included. A selection of cocktails, locally crafted beer and wine will be available for purchase. Please call 508-869-6111 ext 147 to reserve your space. Admission to Tower Hill is included in the cost. http://www.towerhillbg.org/index.php/visit/plan-your-visit/twigs-cafe/ Ocean Prime 140 Seaport Blvd Boston, MA Prices depend on the menu In honor of the Easter holiday, Chef Mitch Brumels has prepared a special à la carte menu to suit your every craving! Think jumbo lump crab cakes with poached eggs on a freshly baked English muffin, or fluffy blueberry French toast served with house smoked bacon. http://www.ocean-prime.com/locations-menus/boston Top of the Hub Restaurant 800 Boylston Street Boston, MA $68 per person, $35 for children under 12 Top of the Hub will celebrate Easter 52 floors above the city with two special prix-fixe menus designed by Executive Chef Stefan Jarausch. We have everything to make your Easter gathering a special one. www.topofthehub.net Tower Hill Botanical Garden 11 French Drive Boylston, MA What? Easter Holiday and Flowers Easter Sunday Brunch Buffet Easter Brunch at Brasserie JO When? Where? Admission More Info Sunday, March 27 9:00 AM-12:00 PM Verrill Farm 11 Wheeler Street Concord, MA Depends on the menu Offering a limited selection of items including quiches, muffins and scones - first come first served. http://merrimackvalley.org/events/easter-holiday-andflowers-verrill-farm#sthash.Lg3g0kSW.dpuf Sunday, March 27 Harbor View Hotel 131 North Water Street Edgartown, MA $59 per person, $25 children under 12 Call to reserve your table. http://cdn.harborview.com/cms/pressroom/hvh_easter_sunday_brunch_ buffet_menu_021916.pdf Sunday, March 27 11:00 AM-2:00 PM Brasserie JO 120 Huntington Ave Boston, MA $46 per person On Easter Sunday, parents can enjoy a smorgasbord of brunch options, sip mimosas or bloody marys and enjoy a live Jazz Trio while the kids meet the Easter Bunny and hunt for Easter Eggs. http://www.colonnadehotel.com/brasserie-jo What? Bayou-Bluegrass Brunch Easter Brunch When? Sunday, March 27 2 Seating’s: 12:00 PM & 2:00 PM Sunday, March 27 10:00 AM-3:00 PM Where? Summer Shack Cambridge 149 Alewife Brook Parkway Cambridge, MA Tryst Restaurant 689 Massachusetts Ave Arlington, MA Admission $35 for adults, $20 for children under 10 years old. $28 per person More Info Includes adult or children’s buffet, soft drinks, juices, coffee & tea. Also available is a raw bar and bluegrass inspired cocktails. Live music by Mile Twelve. Reservations required: summershackrestaurant.com or Opentable.com or by phone 617-520-9500. Chef/Owner Paul Turano will be serving an exclusive brunch menu throughout the day where guests will enjoy items such as Kale & Brussels Sprout Salad with toasted hazelnuts, parmesan & verjus vinaigrette, Brown Sugar Baked French Toast with citrus marmalade, and a Chicken Sausage Omelet with spinach, feta, crispy potatoes and greens. Reservations are required: 781-641-2227 www.trystrestaurant.com What? Easter Breakfast Buffet Easter Dinner Easter Sunday When? Where? Admission Sunday, March 27 8:00 AM-1:00 PM 189 Prime at the Wyndham Andover Boston 123 Old River Road Andover, MA $18 for adults, $11 for children Sunday, March 27 5:00 PM-10:00 PM 189 Prime at the Wyndham Andover Boston 123 Old River Road Andover, MA Depends on the menu The Bancroft 15 Third Ave Burlington, MA Depends on the menu Sunday, March 27 11:30 AM-6:00 PM More Info Featuring an array of hot and cold breakfast items, including: waffles, eggs, and omelets cooked to order, bacon, sausage, honey ham, home fries, breakfast breads, yogurt, fresh fruits, oatmeal and French toast. Please call for reservations: 978-975-3600 Featuring steaks char-grilled to perfection, chicken, seafood, fresh pasta and salads. Served in a relaxed atmosphere. Please call for reservations: 978-975-3600 Relax on Easter and let us do the cooking! We will be serving a prix fixe dinner menu. Please call for reservations: 781-221-2100 What? Easter Brunch When? Sunday, March 27 10:30 AM-3:00 PM Where? Admission Chopps American Bar and Grill at the Marriott Boston Burlington 1 Burlington Mall Road Burlington, MA $59 for adults, $19 for under 12, Free for under 3 Easter Sunday at Tuscan Kitchen Sunday, March 27 11:30 AM-9:00 PM Tuscan Kitchen 2400 District Ave Burlington, MA Depends on the menu Easter Brunch Sunday, March 27 10:00 AM-3:00 PM 110 Grill 116 Chelmsford Street Chelmsford, MA Depends on the menu More Info All prices include tax and gratuity. Call for reservations: 781-221-6643 The menu of Italian Easter favorites includes hand rolled pastas made from the finest imported double-zero flour from Italy, local swordfish served with tomato pesto & lobster, and herb-roasted ham with a mascarpone potato cake. Please call for reservations: 781-229-0300 Come in for brunch, cocktails and coffee! Please call for reservations: 978-256-2777 What? Moonstones Easter Easter Brunch Easter Buffet When? Where? Admission More Info Featuring: moonstones favorites, chef's Easter specials, and of course, red velvet pancakes! As well as fresh squeezed OJ, bottomless coffee, chef's pastries, Spanish patatas bravas, brown-sugar bacon, and Easter-y entrées like spring lamb and ham! Please call for reservations: 978-256-7777 Sunday, March 27 10:00 AM-6:00 PM Moonstones 185 Chelmsford Street Chelmsford, MA Depends on the menu Sunday, March 27 10:00 AM-1:00 PM Radisson Chelmsford 10 Independence Drive Chelmsford, MA $35 for adults, $18 for children ages 4-10 Keep a look out for a special appearance from the Easter Bunny! Concords Colonial Inn 48 Monument Square Concord, MA Depends on the menu Choose from an array of options. Sunday, March 27 11:00 AM-6:00 PM Please call for reservations: 978-256-0800 Please call for reservations: 978-369-2373 What? Easter Brunch Grand Brunch Buffet Easter Brunch When? Where? Admission Four Oaks Country Club 1 Clubhouse Lane Dracut, MA $30.95 for adults, $15.95 for children 12 and under Sunday, March 27 10:00 AM-3:00 PM Salvatore’s 354 Merrimack Street Lawrence, MA $33 for adults, $15 for children 3-12 Sunday, March 27 10:00 AM-3:00 PM Artistry on the Green at the Inn at Hastings Park 2027 Massachusetts Ave Lexington, MA $55 per person Sunday, March 27 10:00 AM-2:00 PM More Info The Easter Bunny will also be making an appearance so make sure to bring your camera! Please call for reservations: 978-455-0054 The Restaurant will also be offering a-la carte specials. Please call for reservations: 978-291-0220 Come celebrate Easter with us and enjoy a delicious menu by Executive Chef Anthony Mazzotta. Please call for reservations: 781-301-6660 What? Easter Sunday Buffet Easter Brunch Buffet Easter Dinner at Cobblestones When? Where? Admission Sunday, March 27 10:00 AM-2:00 PM 50 Warren at the UMass Lowell Inn and Conference Center 50 Warren Street Lowell, MA $28 for adults, $14.95 for children 12 and under Sunday, March 27 10:00 AM-2:30 PM Cobblestones of Lowell 91 Dutton Street Lowell, MA Depends on the menu Cobblestones of Lowell 91 Dutton Street Lowell, MA Depends on the menu Sunday, March 27 4:30 PM-8:30 PM More Info Offering a breakfast buffet or dinner buffet. Please call to make reservations: 978-934-6920 Over 100 items to choose from throughout over (40) feet of assorted display stations (including a charcuterie and homemade dessert stations!) Please call for reservations: 978-970-2282 Special menu featuring the "Best Steaks in Lowell" from Merrimack Valley's "Best American Restaurant.” Please call for reservations: 978-970-2282 What? Easter Sunday Dinner When? Sunday, March 27 12:00 PM-9:00 PM Where? Admission More Info Enjoy a special menu all day on Easter Sunday. Regular menu will also available. Fuse Bistro 45 Palmer Street Lowell, MA $25 per person $37.95 for adults, $16.99 for children under 12 Call for reservations: 978-452-8092 $38 for adults, $18 for children Please call for reservations: 978-692-8200 Easter Buffet Sunday, March 27 11:00 AM-9:00 PM Olympia Restaurant 453 Market Street Lowell, MA Easter Brunch Sunday, March 27 10:00 AM-4:00 PM Westford Regency 219 Littleton Road Westford, MA Call: 978-323-0424 What? Spring Takes on Moonshine Classics with Asia Mei Spring Bunny Hop When? Monday, March 28 6:00 PM-9:00 PM Tuesday, March 29 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Where? Boston Center for Adult Education 122 Arlington Street Boston, MA Assembly Row Somerville, MA Admission $70 Tuition, $60 Members, $15 Materials Free entry More Info An exclusive opportunity to mingle and cook with some of the area’s top chefs as part of its ongoing celebrity chefs cooking series. All of the chefs will emerge from their renowned kitchens and into the BCAE’s state-of-the-art kitchen facilities for a one session interactive cooking class. Under the guidance of these top chefs, students will learn how to create the perfect dishes for all their winter get-togethers! These delicious classes will leave everyone wanting more. www.bcae.org A morning of activities that includes Easter crafts, an Easter egg Hunt (with more than 2,000 eggs) and a Bunny hop Parade http://boston.mommypoppins.com/event/springbunny-hop-at-assembly-row What? The Mushroom: Foraging for Flavorful Fungi with Fascinating Benefits Boston Chocolate Tour of Back Bay When? Tuesday, March 29 6:00 PM-7:30 PM Saturday’s throughout the month 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Where? Boston Center for Adult Education Back Bay Boston, MA 02116 Admission Tuition: $15 $48 Per person More Info Once again, the BCAE is joining forces with MassHort and HNRCA to bring you another unique opportunity to Talk and Taste. There are more than a million species of fungi worldwide, and only a fraction have been named and studied. Of these, only small percentages are edible. Learn about some common methods of mushroom production, enjoy a cooking demo with tasting, and discover the amazing nutritional benefits that come from eating mushrooms. Recipes will be savory and easy to make at home later. http://www.bcae.org/index.cfm?method=ClassInfo.ClassInfor mation&int_class_id=13880&int_category_id=3802&int_sub_c ategory_id=5&int_catalog_id=0 Dedicate yourself to decadence on a Back Bay Chocolate Walking Tour in Boston. (617)971-8436 https://www.zerve.com/d/back-bay/chocolatedessert-events/boston-chocolate-tour-of-backbay/id/10891 What? Cocktail Trends: Shrubs When? Wednesday, March 30 6:30 PM-9:30 PM Wine vs. Beer Wednesday, March 30 7:00 PM Guido’s Thank You Thursday Thursday, March 31 9:00 AM-7:00 PM Where? Boston Center for Adult Education 122 Arlington Street Boston, MA Tavern on the Wharf 6 Town Wharf Plymouth, MA Pittsfield & Great Barrington Locations Admission More Info Tuition: $50, Members: $43, Materials: $25 If you look at cocktail lists around the city you might see the word "shrubs" popping up. You may have seen this and thought to yourself, "I do not want a decorative plant pulled from mulch floating around my drink." Fear not, shrubs are simply vinegared syrups made from an array of different fruits that can add character and flavor to any of your favorite spirits. http://www.bcae.org/index.cfm?method=ClassInfo.ClassInfor mation&int_class_id=13990&int_category_id=0&int_sub_cate gory_id=0&int_catalog_id=0 $50 per person Sweet & Spicy Buffalo Chicken Cups, Oysters with Cranberry Mignonette, Fried Buratta, Braised Short Ribs and Godiva Cake. Includes five courses of flavors to savor, each paired with a wine and a beer. http://files.ctctcdn.com/19ac1139001/3add6cdf-99be-4794bf86-4caff698421a.pdf Free Here we go again! Our Customer Appreciation series, THANK YOU THURSDAY, kicks off on JANUARY 28. Both stores have planned a day jam-packed with deep deals, samples, demos, and giveaways all focused on one delicious idea: FOOD IS LOVE. WIN A $200 GUIDO’S GIFT What? When? Where? Admission More Info CARD by entering our January THANK YOU THURSDAY Raffle. We’re drawing one lucky winner in each store. Come see what we have in store for you, and remember, you’ll receive 10% OFF* all your purchases AND a come again coupon for 10% OFF* your next visit to Guido’s. http://guidosfreshmarketplace.com/event/thankthursday-2016-food-is-love/ Thriving Thursdays: Cleansing Spring Foods & Tonics Last Update: 3/3/16 Thursday, March 31 6:00 PM-7:30 PM Boston Public Market 100 Hanover Street at Haymarket T-Stop Boston, MA Trustees Members: $15; Nonmemb ers: $25 It's time to say goodbye to Old Man Winter with some spring cleaning for your body! In this class we’ll discuss and sample some of the first emerging plants of the season, including dandelions, chickweed and violets. These often-overlooked plants are usually thought of as "weeds", but they are in fact highly nutritive and beneficial plants, especially as we make the transition from winter to spring. http://www.thetrustees.org/things-to-do/greaterboston/event-21471.html