WineDineWith.us

 Actually, Chef Sáenz needs no introduction to Boston, having spent time in the kitchens of both Spire and Great Bay.  He then decamped to the Cape and Islands for several seasons, working at The Straight Wharf on the Vineyard and most recently as the opening Executive Chef at Ten Tables in Provincetown. Then it was time to [...]

Inevitably, spring comes to Boston. In fits and starts,  the earth warms, the grass greens and myriad buds unfurl. In juxtaposition, a wrenching week of watching evil, tragedy and loss unfold. If ever there was a time for a celebratory nod to the nascent season –  a joyous gathering a tavola celebrating the marriage of food [...]

For 2013, Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steakhouse is offering the “World of Wine” Dinner Series. Each dinner focuses on the wines of a notable wine region rather than on those of an individual producer. Del Frisco’s Boston kicked off the series on March 22nd with an evening featuring the wines of Napa Valley. I was fortunate [...]

There are many things that could be written about the dinner with Jean-Charles Boisset at Aura Restaurant following the first day of the Boston Wine Expo, but fun would have to be at the top of the list. There was singing, there was clapping, and there was plenty of good cheer and free-flowing wine. And [...]

At WineDineWithUs, we’re longtime fans of wine dinners. For us, the auspicious marriage of food and wine is the raison d’etre of the table. And now, new for 2013  Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steakhouse is offering a series of four wine dinners that promise to be outstanding. Rather than focusing on a single producer as many wine [...]

We can hardly believe it: the next installment of Mystery Meet Boston is just one week away! Though we would love to share with you where it will be and the theme, you will just have to try to figure it out, so here are the clues: This former salt marsh is now home to [...]

I was delighted to say yes when Glenn asked me if I wanted to do a guest post for his “The Burger Chronicles” series.  While the revelation that “pink slime” is an ingredient in many ground beef products has severely reduced my desire for burgers, Glenn assured me that the Bristol Lounge in the Four [...]

Part of the occasional series The Fenway: One Bite at a Time Katrin – Located at 1260 Boylston Street, just one block from Fenway Park, Sweet Caroline’s is in a space that has been home to some rather short-lived restaurants and bars in recent years, including a chicken wing place and a Mexican cantina. Every [...]

  Katrin: Tucked away in a small storefront near Inman Square, East by Northeast has quickly been developing a reputation as one of Greater Boston’s best Asian fusion restaurants. Chef and owner Phillip Tang has received great press since opening in 2010 and we were eager to check it out. Yes, it took a Rue [...]

The Menu Anjou Pear & Fennel Salad Endive, Slivered Almonds – Almond “Cream” 2009 Abraxas, Vin de Terroir, Scintilla Sonoma Vineyard Thai Chili Dusted Grilled Shrimp Young Coconut Milk Shooter 2009 Pinot Blanc, Los Carneros Locally Foraged Mushroom Risotto Jamón Serrano, Pea Tendrils & Pecorino Romano 2009 Pinot Noir, Los Carneros 2007 3 Amigos Pinot [...]