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February 2009 - Posts

Leftovers: Testing the enduring appeal of some of Boston’s old-school dining favorites

by MC Slim JB | February 23, 2009

Photos by Mitch Weiss Ever been out to dinner and asked yourself, “Damn, is this the hottest restaurant in town right now?” The signs are obvious. Weekend prime-time reservations are like gold. The bar is four-deep with walk-ins waiting an hour-plus for... Read More »

Filed under: SAN Home, venue:locke-ober, venue:Olives, venue:Anthony's Pier 4

Desserted: Why don't pastry chefs get more respect?

by Louisa Kasdon | February 23, 2009

Photos by: Ian Barnard Think of it: those dazzling, intricate, sinful, crave-able desserts are fashioned from a handful of relatively unglamorous ingredients — sugar, butter, flour, chocolate, cream, some nuts, a bowl or two of fruits and berries, a sprinkle... Read More »

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Putting on a Show

by Erica Corsano | February 09, 2009

Photographed and co-directed by Michael Diskin Produced and co-directed by Erica Corsano Styled by Liana Peterson Models: Alanna and Renatta, Maggie, Inc. Make-up: Robin Powers and Brian Brady, G20 Spa and Salon Hair: Brady Brumfield and Alexander Maud... Read More »

Filed under: SAN Home, fashion

Do Bostonians know how to flirt?

by Erin Souza | February 09, 2009

A look at the Hub’s dating game If I had a buck for every time I heard a friend, family member, or colleague gripe about Boston’s crappy dating scene, I’d probably be one of the wealthiest writers in the biz. Though I’m in a committed relationship, I... Read More »

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