Great Boston Beer Marathon next weekend!

Viking hats, Fenway, 10:00am drinking start time? Yes, please!  Next weekend is the annual Beer Marathon in Boston, one of the biggest pub crawls in America! It includes 26 bars - half in Fenway and the second half in Allston.  Tickets include a Beer Marathon T-shirt, Viking hat, beads, and discounts at most bars.  I did this last year and it was definitely one of the highlights of my summer.  So if you want a crazy, fun time you must do this!  I'll also note that if you aren't a fan of drunk, viking hat wearing people - stay away from these two areas next Saturday.  Enjoy!  

Where: Starts at  House of Blues in Fenway

When: July 14th, 10:00AM to 2:00AM
Price: $25 today, $30 starting tomorrow, $35 day of

Tickets Here

List of Bars and Discounts:

Fenway Bars:

House of Blues - starting spot!

Church

Bleacher Bar

Game On! - 10% off food

The Lansdowne Pub - 10% off food

Au Tua Nua - $6 Sandwiches and Fries

Sweet Caroline's

Who's on First

Jillian's - Free Pool until 6:00PM

Lucky Strike - Free Bowling until 6:00PM

Tequila Rain

Bill's Bar - 10% off food

The Baseball Tavern - $4 Meatball/Sausage, Pepper, Onion Sub with Fries

Cask N' Flagon - Half Priced Apps

Oliver's

Copperfield's

Allston Bars:

Big City - Free Pool from 3:00PM - 6:00PM

The Draft - $3 PBR cans and $3 Miller High Life

Pizzeria Regina - $1 Cheese Slices/$2 Pepperoni Slices

Common Ground - 25 cent wings

Wonder Bar

Joshua Tree - 1/2 priced apps

The Avenue - $5 vodka, gin, rum mixed drinks/$2 burgers

White Horse - $5 vodka, gin or rum mixed drinks/free buffalo wings until 2:00PM

T's Pub - $4 Meatball/Sausage Sub with fries

Tavern on the Square - $3 Coors/$4.50 Tall Coors/$11 Coors Pitchers

Boston Beer Summit April 13th &14th!

What better way to spend Friday the 13th than taste over 200 beers?  The Boston Beer Summit is hosting their second craft beer tasting April 13th at the Park Plaza Castle.  There are three different drinking times:

Friday, 4/13:  5:30 - 9:00PM

Saturday 4/14: 12:30 - 4:00PM

Saturday 4/14: 5:30 - 9:00PM

Purchase tickets ($42.50) here.

Harpoon St Patrick's Festival this weekend (March 2nd & 3rd)

Kick off the St. Patrick's Day season at Harpoon's annual St. Patrick's Festival this weekend!  Like their Harpoonfest and Octoberfest - the event will be held outside the brewery (306 Northern Ave) in tents, so hopefully it stops snowing soon!  Entrance is $20 (half off on Friday if you're a friend of Harpoon) which includes a drink ticket and souvenir cup.  These events are cash only, so stop at an ATM before you get there :)

*Times*

Friday, March 2nd from 5:30PM to 11:00PM (Doors close at 9:30PM)

Saturday, March 3rd 2:00PM to 9:00PM (Doors close at 7:30PM)

More information on the event here!

Wine & Dine Next Monday (Feb. 27th) at Beacon Hill Hotel & Bistro

Next Monday Beacon Hill Hotel & Bistro is returning their Wine & Dine Monday series!

The Bistro's Cecilia and Tracy are back to lead the lively wine discussion and good cheer.  Guests are treated to four courses paired with four wines for $60 per person (tax an gratuity are not included).  This Monday's wines will be featured from the Southwestern region of France.  Reservations are recommended - more information here..  

An Evening of Bubbles and Bites at Finale Feb. 28th

Get your bubbly on next week!  Finale at Park Plaza invite guests to join them for an evening of bubbles and bites.  They are serving 5 champagnes paired with award winning desserts.  Pastry Chef, Nicole Coady, will discuss how she specially paired each dessert.  The event is $29.99 + tax & gratuity and reservations are recommended, call 617.423.3184.

6 for $6 Happy Hour/Late Night Menu at M.J. O'Connors

Need a Happy Hour or Post Happy Hour place this week?  Check out M.J. O'Connor's (at the Park Plaza) happy hour/late night menu from 4:00PM - 7:00PM and 10:00PM - 12:00AM which features 6 items for $6:

Chips & Dip (spicy onion dip)

Pretzel Sticks

Pulled Pork Sliders

Drummettes (BBQ and Buffalo)

Cheesy Buffalo Bites

Jalapeno Poppers

Put Some Miles on Your Mat Next Monday Feb. 20th

Eventbrite Boston, Vita Coco Coconut Water and Exhale Spa are hosting a yoga workshop for runners next Monday from 5:30PM to 8:00PM.  The workshop will consist of meeting with Nutritionist Elissa Siegel for tips of eating to maximize your workouts followed by treating your body to a deep stretch with a yoga class with Andrea Isabelle Lucas.

There will also be samples of beverages by Vita Coconut Water and light snacks from Bricco as well as complimentary mini spa therapies and gift bags!  Tickets are $25 with all proceeds going to Yoga Reaches Out benefitting Children's Hospital Boston and Africa Yoga Project.

Baby Soda & Vodka Tasting at Stoddard's This Sunday, Feb. 19th

Greater Boston Beverage Society Presents Baby Soda at Stoddard's this Sunday at 7:30PM.  There will also be a 2 hour Karlsson's Gold Vodka tasting.  Tickets are $20 - purchase them here!

Cape Ann Brewery Beer Dinner at 21st Amendment Monday Feb. 27th

Enjoy a Beer pairing dinner next Monday at 21st Amendment - seating is limited so make your reservation today!

Menu is $40:

Mini Crab Cake paired with Fisherman's IPA

Brant Beef Sliders paired with Fisherman's Brew

Sauteed Calamari Fisherman's Chili Stout (that sounds like an interesting beer)

Homemade Italian Adams Cake paired with Fisherman's Navigator Doppel-Bock

Full Menu Details

BU Alumni Beanpot Pre-Game at Boston Beer Works!

BU's Terriers are in the Beanpot Championships!  Join fellow alumni at BU's pre-game party at Boston Beer Works tomorrow starting at 6:00PM.  Don't have a ticket to the game?  Stay after the pre-game to watch the game there - I did this last year and there are plenty of large TVs to watch the game.  There's a $5 cover charge per person which includes a drink ticket, light apps and a chance to win different prizes.  Sign up here!

Not in Boston anymore?  Check out the list of viewing parties around the country.

Brahmin Social Sunday Brunch

End the week right with Brahmin's Social Sunday!  This isn't a typical Sunday brunch - lights will be dimmed and there will be dancing as DJ Chris Roxx spins!  Guests will be enticed by a delicious brunch menu as well as $3 screwdrivers.  Recommendations are not required, but highly recommended.

Fondue Sundays at Beacon Hill Hotel & Bistro

Need a great way to warm up after a weekend of snow?  Check out Fondue Sundays at the Beacon Hill Hotel & Bistro!

Beacon Hill Hotel & Bistro is bringing back their own version of Sunday Funday with Fondue Sundays.  Their fondue is the classic Swiss style served with potatoes, cornichons, pickled vegetables and rustic bread.  Sharing pots start at $26 and are available from 5:30PM to 10:00PM.  Reservations (617-723-7575) are recommended. More information on this event - click here.

Watch the Grammy Awards at 28 Degrees!

Will Rihanna have a run in with Chris Brown?  Will Adele walk away the big winner of the night?  Make sure to watch the Grammy's tomorrow!  

28 Degrees in the South End is hosting a special Grammy's viewing party starting at 5:00PM tomorrow. Make reservations at 617-728-0728 and for only $15 enjoy their Grammy's menu of unlimited steak tacos, prosciutto pressed sandwiches, pork shumai, mini beef burgers & fries, truffle & pancetta mac 'n cheese (yummy!) and pizza! 

Taste Thursdays at Bond!

Need plans after your Thursday night Happy Hour?  Check out Taste Thursdays Bond at The Langham Hotel.  Every week guests can enjoy complementary selection of globally inspired bites.  No reservations needed.

Watch the Beanpot at McGreevy's

Watch the first round of Beanpot games on Monday at McGreevy's and enjoy $ Rolling Rocks, $3 PBRs, $9 PBR  pitchers, $1 sliders, $5 pizzas,  and 25 cent wings!  Go BU!

BU's Beanpot Pre-Game Party at Boston Beer Works!

Ticket or no ticket - join fellow alumni at BU's pre-game party at Boston Beer Works.  Don't have a ticket to the game?  Stay after the pre-game to watch the game there - I did this last year and there are plenty of large TVs to watch the game.  There's a $5 cover charge per person which includes a drink ticket, light apps and a chance to win different prizes.  Sign up here!

Sunday & Monday Nights at Red Lantern!

Red Lantern hosts a delectable menu of small bites for $7 with featured wine and sake.  Menu includes:

Spicy Tuna Bites

Fried Shrimp Shu Mai

Peking Duck Spring Rolls

Steamed Vegetable Gyoza

Chicken Tempura

Spicy Salmon Dragon Roll

Pineapple Fried Rice

World MBA Tour this Thursday, Feb. 8th

The World MBA Tour is in Boston this Thursday, February 9th from 4:00PM to 9:00PM.  The tour gives prospective MBA students the opportunity to meet representatives from business schools around the world.  Registration is limited so sign up soon -  click here!  Registration fee is $5 advanced of $15 the day of the event.  

Weekend 2/3 - 2/5

As promised - I've started the weekend page!  Check out some events going on in Boston this weekend!

2/2/12: In the News

Random stuff I found out today:


Morton's in Back Bay is closing - no more power hour :(

Clery's Super Bowl party for $15 has been change - no more cover (or free buffet/two drink tickets), but tables can still be reserved.

Phil saw his shadow.  


New York bars are boycotting Sam Adams beers on Sunday (someone's bitter).

Groundhog's Day in Boston!

Check out the different Groundhog Day events in Boston today - click here!  From the feel of things - Phil didn't see his shadow weeks ago...

Poe's Kitchen "Burrito Bowl II" at Rattlesnake Feb. 4th

It's another Tex- Mex food cook off this week! Yes! Poe's Kitchen at Rattlesnake is hosting the third cook off this week.  In honor of the Pats being in the Super Bowl this weekend - Brian Poe (Executive Chef at the Rattlesnake) is kicking off the Burrito Bowl II this Saturday.  Each chef will create a burrito served "bowl style" reflecting the city of their favorite NFL team.  Chefs include:

Andy Husbands, Termont 647 - Seattle

Brian Poe, Rattlesnake - Atlanta

Brian Roche, Lolita - San Francisco 

Erwin Ramos, Ole Restaurant Group - Green Bay

Jason Hutchinson, Boloco (is that fair?)  - Washington

Jon Gilman, Church - Houston

Marc Orfaly, Pigalle - New England (woot woot)

Tiffani Faison, Sweet Cheeks - Dallas

Jose Duarte, Taranta - Pittsburgh

Tickets are $15 and can be purchased here.

Legal Sea Foods Soup-er Bowl Challenge Friday - Feb 3rd

In honor of Super Bowl Sunday, Legal Sea Foods will be dishing out both New England Clam Chowder vs. Manhattan Clam Chowder at City Hall Plaza this Friday from 12:00PM - 2:00PM for their soup-er bowl challenge. Talk about a challenge even easier than this Sunday's game - Go New England Clam Chowder (and Pats!).  You can also vote on your favorite on Legal Sea Food's Facebook Page.  

Warm Up Wednesdays with Panera Bread

Panera Bread is warming up Boston this February with their Warm Up Wednesdays! Panera Bread's delivery team will be surprising commuters in downtown Boston with free coffee and baked goods - I'll reveal the location tomorrow night! They will also be kicking off Warm Wednesdays this Wednesday (February 1st) with free coffee at participating locations from 7:00AM to 9:00AM.  


Make sure to check out Panera's Facebook page to suggest/vote for the future surprise Boston locations this month (next event is on February 8th).  

Brewers Helping Neighbors in the South End Feb. 2nd

United South End Settlements' Harriet Tubman House (566 Columbus Avenue) is hosting Brewers Helping Neighbors this Thursday from 6:30 to 9:30!  Tickets ($40) include beers, tasting glass, food - provided by Clery's, Not Your Average Joe's, New York Pizza, Starbucks and Darryl's Corner Bar & Kitchen.  Kennedy Elsey from Mix 104.1 will be the host along with live music by Los Three.  

Breweries include - Blue Hills Brewery, Clown Shoes Beer (awesome name - although now I'm going to have nightmares about IT), Harpoon Brewing, Mayflower Brewery (great Pale Ale), Mercury Brewing Company, and Sam Adams Brewing.  

Tickets can be purchased here and will NOT be sold at the door.  

3rd Annual Chili Cup at Ned Devine's Feb. 16th

If you missed out on Church's chili cook-off or just in the mood for chili - check out Ned Devine's 3rd Annual Chili Cup February 16th from 6:00PM to 10:00PM.  Tickets ($20) includes all you can eat chili, two drinks from Corona and/or Don Julio.  There will also be a VIP hour from 6:00PM - 7:00PM included an exclusive Don Julio tasting.  All proceeds benefit the Community Work Services.  With all this chili, it may not be the best date idea - but  being a girl from Texas not many things are better than all you can eat chili and tequila?  Purchase tickets and see the full list of participating restaurants here.

Brink of the Week

I decided to feature a special day or an event each week that is a MUST attend.  This week I'm featuring February 2nd, 2012 aka Groundhog day!  Punxsutawney Phil is cool and all, but these events are better.  Here you go: Brink of the Week

Chocolate Festival in Harvard Square this weekend!

This weekend Harvard Square is hosting its 2nd Annual Chocolate Festival full of chocolate tours, free samples and other chocolatey goodness.  Some highlights include walking tours of Harvard Square starting at 11:00AM on both Saturday and Sunday discussing the history of chocolate. Also, restaurants and shops from Harvard Square will be in Deguglielmo Plaza Saturday from 1:00PM - 2:00PM providing free samples as well as other prizes and entertainment.  A full list of events can be found here.

Church's Chili Cook-Off Today!

Warm up today with a bowl of chili at Church's first Chili Cook-Off today from 1:00PM - 4:00PM. There will be chili samples from all cooks from Tasty Burger, Sweet Caroline's, Citizen, Game On, Sweet Cheeks, Jerry Remy's and Church.  Tickets can be purchased at the door for $8. 

Don Julio Tequila Dinner at Bar Lolita Tuesday Feb. 7!

Bar Lolita is hosting its first Tequila Dinner featuring Don Julio.  Indulge in a four course meal by Executive Chef Brian Roche and learn about tequila as well as how it compliments food.  

WHEN: February 7th, 6:30PM

WHERE: Bar Lolita, 271 Dartmouth St Boston, MA 02116

Purchase Tickets ($65)

Menu:

For the Table

Guacamole

Zocalo Corn

Chip & Salsa

First

Red Snapper Ceviche with Don Julio Blanco

Second

Pecan Encrusted Squab with Don Julio Reposado

Third

Blackened Filet Mignon with Don Julio Anejo

Dessert

Vanilla Citrus Flan with Don Julio 

Winter White Out Party at McFadden's this Saturday!

McFadden's is hosting a Winter White Out party this Saturday, January 28th!  There will two lift tickets given away and $5 Snow Ball shots flavored with 3 Olive Vodka flavors all night long.  Also wear all white for no cover!

Ski Bash at the Harp February 10th!

Bar Stool Sports and Bud Light are hosting a Ski Bash at the Harp Friday, February 10th.  You'll have a chance to win a Bud Light Spring Break Ski Trip to Vail! 

RSVP at skibash@barstoolsports.com for the VIP hour from 9:00PM - 10:00PM.

$2 Drafts and $2 Bar Bites at Jerry Remy's Tonight

Enjoy some $2 beer and bar bites while watching the Bruin's tonight at Jerry Remy's!

Winesdays at the MFA this Wednesday!

On the last Wednesday of every month, the MFA hosts Winesdays where you don't just drink the wine, you learn how to taste it.  Each month, with the help of a wine expert, you will be able to savor a new selection from a featured winery (new each month). 

$25 per person (No reservations necessary) - includes hors d'oeuvres and tasting of featured wines from 5:30PM - 7:30PM

For more information, please call Bravo at 617-369-3474 or click here for more information

Last Chance: Winter Wine Tasting at Sonsie Tomorrow!

Tickets are still available for Sonsie's Winter Wine Tasting tomorrow from 7:00PM to 9:00PM.  Louis Roederer Champagne (Estate Brut, Estate Rose, Premier Cru and Cristal) will be paired with American Paddlefish Caviar, Wellfleet Oysters and other light apps. 

WHEN: Wednesday, January 25th

WHERE: Sonsie, 327 Newbury Street

PRICE: $50

Purchase Tickets

Superbowl Party at Clery's!

Watch the Pats and Giants' rematch at Clery's Superbowl Party!  For only $15 you receive:

Two Drink Tickets

Tailgate Buffet for the first half

Reserved Seating

They will also be hosting their 1st wing eating contest.  There is no cost for the contest - you just need to be one of the first five people to sign up!

Buy tickets on their website or at Clery's! GO PATS!

Taco Tuesday at Anna's Taqueria!

Google Places and BostonTweet are giving away 100 tacos tomorrow at Anna's Taqueria (on Harvard Street in Brookline) from 4:00PM to 7:00PM.  

The first 100 guests to write a review of any New England business using the Google Places app (on your phone/at home/your laptop) will receive a free taco!

More information about the event, BostonTweet, and Google Places click here.

Free Nachos during the game at Cactus Club

Email beantownonthebrink at gmail.com with the subject "Nachos" to receive a free nachos at Cactus Club during the AFC Championship game tomorrow!

Food/Drink Specials for the AFC Championship Game!

The Harp - free buffet during half time

Cactus Club - half apps 

Lansdowne Pub - free wings at half time

Wonder Bar - half apps

Pourhouse - Basket of 5 Dippers and fries $5.95 and a 22oz ice cold mug of beer for only $4.75

...will continue to update until the game tomorrow so keep checking back!

$2 Bud Light Tall Boys at The Purple Shamrock tonight!

First Total Request Lansdowne Tonight!

Starting this Thursday, Lansdowne Pub will host Total Request Lansdowne each week.  It starts at 9:00PM and there's no cover.  Come watch, request or sing!  Email dczabaj@lyonsgroup.com for reservations.  

Watch the Pats game at Howl at the Moon & Win BIG!

Sign up to win a "Tailgate Party" for Sunday's game at Howl at the Moon here!  When you sign up you have a chance to win:

1st place - autographed Gronk jersery

2nd place - 6 month membership to LA Sports

3rd place - 1 night stay at the Langham

Winners and friends also receive a Tailgate buffet of wings, mini - meatballs subs, sausages with peppers and chili con queso!

Be Healthy Boston Expo January 28th - 29th

Be Healthy Boston is a two day wellness retreat at the Westin Boston Waterfront.  The event boosts work/life balance as it introduces best ways to incorporate health and wellness into your busy life.  

At Be Health Boston you'll enjoy:

15 workshops from stress management to nutrition

Cooking Demonstrations

Wellness Consultations

Mini Spa Treatments 

Sample Fitness Treatments 

Silent Auction

Saturday early evening reception

...and much more!

SIGN UP to win one of the 5 pairs of tickets Boston.com is giving away by Jan 20th at 9:00am - otherwise register at Be Healthy Boston's site

Tickets:

Full Two - Day Pass - $159

One Day Pass Saturday or Sunday - $89

Late Registration (after 1/20) - $199

Sign up for The Lansdowne Pub's 2012 STATUS card now!

Want to pay no cover, skip the line, and receive special event invites?  Sign up for Lansdowne Pub's status card HERE!

Win Pats tickets this week!

98.5 The Sports Hub is giving away multiple sets of Pats tickets for Sunday's game:

Thursday - Cask n' Flagon at 7:00PM (Bud Light and the Patriots cheerleaders will also be there)

Saturday -  Game On! Fenway at 1:00PM during the Bruins Game

Big Deal Wednesdays @ Felt

Need a drink after work tonight?  

Every Wednesday Felt has live music and drink specials - $2 drafts and $3 cocktails!  

Half Priced Burgers @ Barley Hall Tonight (and every Tuesday)

Barley Hall has half priced burgers (all burgers on the menu) every tuesday!!  There's also karaoke - "Barley Idol" from 9:00PM - 12:00AM.

Check out the menu here.

Scotch Tasting at Morton's Back Bay this Thursday!

Morton's in Back Bay is hosting a scotch tasting with tasting notes from the Master of Whiskey, Peter Zimmerman.  

WHERE: Morton's (Back Bay)

WHEN: Thursday, January 19th 6:00PM - 8:00PM

PRICE: $50 (inclusive of tax and gratuity)

Purchase tickets here.

Scotches include:

Dalwhinnie

Oban

Glenkinchie

Talisker

Lagavulin

Hors d'oeuvres include:

Smoked Salmon Pinwheels

Mini Crab Cakes

Sliced Tenderloin on Crostini

Broiled Sea Scallops

Petite Filet Mignon Sandwiches

Last Chance: Tickets as low as $20 for tonight's Celtics game!

Ticket Network has tickets as low as $20 for tonight's Celtics game vs. Oklahoma City!  Game starts at 8:00PM.

Petites Bouchees @ Sel De Le Terre (Back Bay) every Monday!

Got a case of the Mondays? 

Check out the petites bouchees (small bites) every Monday from 5:00PM - 7:00PM - $2 each or $10 for a tasting.  

Jerry Remy's Winter Beer Dinner this Wednesday!

Jerry Remy's is hosting their next Winter Beer Dinner Series this Wednesday, January 18th.  They will be welcoming Cisco Brewers of Nantucket to pair specially selected ales with each of the five courses for only $48.! To RSVP call 617-236-7369 - reservations are recommended as both December and November events both sold out.  

More information and about other specials, click here.

Kick off Boston's Wine Expo Week with Vintner Dinners

Wineries will host exclusive Vintner Dinners at some of the city's most enticing restaurants. Local favorites will provide the opportunity for guests to taste creative pairings of food and wine as they learn about each.  Dinner prices range from $60-$120. 

Wednesday

Upstairs on the Square - Inman Family Wines

La Morra - Various Italian Wines

Thursday

BOKX 109 American Prime - Rutherford Ranch

606 Congress - Alexander Valley Vineyard

Smith & Wollensky - Rodney Strong Vineyards

Friday

Post 390 - Merriam Wineary

Strega on the Waterfront - World Wide Wine

Bambara - Wines of Argentina

Aura Restaurant - Masi

ArtBar - Winderlea


Menus and more information here. 

Tickets to the AFC Championship are still available!

It's official - the Pats are going to the AFC Championships against the Ravens this Sunday!  Tickets are still available, so if have a few hundred bucks to spare - check out prices here.

MLK Jr. Day Open House @ MFA tomorrow

The Museum of Fine Arts opens its doors on Martin Luther King Jr. Day to celebrate his legacy.  General Admission is FREE and highlights include films, art activities, and performances.  The museum will be open from 10:00AM - 4:45PM.  

For more information and other special events, click here.

$2.50 Personal Pitchers at Jose McIntyres every day!

Don't have to work tomorrow?  Party up at Jose Mc's tonight with mini pitchers for only $2.50!

Party at Howl Tonight!

Enjoy $3 Miller High Life and 25 cent wings tonight at Howl at the Moon!  Doors open at 7:00PM and show begins 8:00PM.

Last Chance: Washington Square's American Craft to Close Sunday

Sunday, January 15th, will be American Craft's last day of business - sad.  A Barcelona Tapas chain will be taking over the space.  

More information here.

The Greatest Bar Specials for Tonight's Game!

Looking for a place to watch the game tonight?  Check out Greatest Bar's specials:

$3 beers -  Rolling Rock, Narragansett, Narragansett Light, Coors Light Draft, PBR, Miller High Life and Lonestar 

$10 - Bucket of select $3 beer and a cheese pizza

Half priced apps

25 cent wings

Last Chance: Tickets still available for tonight's Pats Game!!

There are still tickets available tonight's game - starting at $97!

Ticket Network

ACE Tickets

Beer Summit Winter Jubilee Next Weekend!

Join Beer Summit has they celebrate winter beers from over 60 breweries and over 200 samplings! There are three sessions for the event:

Friday Night: 5:30PM - 9:00PM

Saturday Afternoon: 12:30PM - 4:00PM

Saturday Night: 5:30PM - 9:00PM

Tickets are $42.50 - however, check back as I have always found deals for this event as low as $20.  

WHEN: Friday - Saturday (January 20th - 21st)

WHERE: Park Plaza Castle

List of Breweries and purchase tickets here.

Spring Wine Fest 2012 April 28th - Tickets discounted until 1/31!

Boston Event Guide is hosting its Annual Spring Wine Fest 2012 April 28th at the Cyclorama in the South End.  Guests will enjoy wines of the world and be given a passport to "travel to different regions around the world".  There will also be live music and over $1000 worth of giveaways.  

Saturday 12:00PM - 2:30PM: $19 each

Saturday 3:00PM - 6:00PM: $29 each

Saturday 7:00PM - 10:00PM: $29 each

Purchase tickets here.

Super Hunger Brunch Jan. 28th - 29th

The Greater Boston Food Bank is hosting its annual Super Hunger Brunch Saturday (January 28th) and Sunday (January 29th) with all proceeds going to GBFB.  Brunches will be serve for either $25, $35, or $50 depending on the restaurant - listed below:

Saturday:

$25 - The Fireplace, Michael's Harborside

$35 - Grill 23 & Bar, Harvest, Sel de la Terre (Back Bay)

$50 - L'Espalier

Sunday:

$25 - Appetito, Bin 26, The Elephant Walk, Garden At the Cellar, La Morra, North 26, Stella, Ten Center Street

$35 - Chez Henri, CLINK, Hamersley's Bistro, Post 390, Rialto, Tosca, 80 Thoreau

$50 - Blue Ginger, Craigie on Main

More information here. 

Free Shucking Lessons every Saturday at North End Fish

The North End Fish Market gives free oyster shucking lessons every Saturday from 1:00PM - 3:00PM.  No reservations needed - although they can only accommodate groups up to 5 people.  Lessons are also free, you just pay for what you shuck and eat.  

More Information

25% Off Dinner at Cactus Club!

Email beantownonthebrink@gmail.com to get a 25% coupon to Cactus Club to use Sunday - Thursday. 

*valid until February 9th

Uncle Buck's Flapjack Challenge every weekend!

Every Saturday and Sunday Mass Ave Tavern hosts their weekly Uncle Buck Flapjack Challenge from 11:30AM - 4:00PM.  If you can finish 6 POUNDS of pancakes - it's free and your picture will be taken for the Wall of Fame...famousss.

More information

Crossroads Thursday Night Specials!

Every Thursday Crossroads on Beacon St. hosts a water Beirut Tournament upstairs (winners win a $40 gift certificate).  Additionally with every pitcher you buy you receive a free basket of wings - yum.

More specials here.

Last Chance: Buy discounted Wine Expo Tickets by Tomorrow!

Boston's 2012 Wine Expo tickets increase this Friday - buy your tickets now!  

Saturday, Jan. 21st - $90 ($95 after)

Sunday, Jan. 22nd - $75 ($85 after)

Two day pass - $135 ($145 after)

The Wine Expo is from 1:00PM - 5:00PM both days and located at the Seaport World Trade Center.  The event features over 1,800 wines, 300 exhibits and lots of tasty complimentary food.  

Purchase tickets and get more info here!