07.07 Lazio Italian Grille & Bar
By Bernie Whitmore
Water cooler conversation in my office spans the typical range ~ corporate politics, last night’s TV, and everything in between. But just mention the great meal you had last weekend and the topic flips to dining. Everyone loves to tell stories of the nightmare waiter, an excellent martini, or the latest opening. It’s […]
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07.07 Hit the Deck
Outdoor Dining In Worcester County
By Paul Giorgio
As far as I’m concerned, there are only two things you can do with a deck. You can either build one in your backyard and then maintain it or relax and eat on one at your favorite restaurant. Since I’m more the sedentary type, I opt for the latter, […]
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07.07 Chill Out!
By Leslie Marin
There’s nothing better on a hot summer night ~ or day, for that matter ~ than a sweet, frozen, and refreshing treat. We’re all familiar with ice cream, but with very subtle changes it can become a completely different dessert:
Sorbet: The French came up with this simple frozen confection that contains none of […]
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06.07 Review - Sonoma
Intimate, Elegant and Quite Unforgettable!
By Bernie Whitmore
206 Worcester Road, Princeton, MA
978-464-5775
www.sonoma-princeton.com
As someone who lives, works and frequently dines in Worcester, occasionally it’s necessary to bust out beyond town limits and experience what’s happening “out there.” And what’s happening out at Sonoma is very worth the trip.
Years had passed since my last visit to Sonoma, yet […]
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06.07 Hot & Now
By Paul Giorgio
New to the neighborhood. TriBeCa, the upscale eatery relatively new to Shrewsbury Street, has a new chef. Ian Hickey recently took over the stove from Gary Kileen and has made quite a few changes in the menu. The bistro on the first floor now offers several French inspired dishes including Bouillabaisse and Cocqui […]
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06.07 Summer Sippin’
It’s Summertime…and the Drinking is Easy.
By Leeanne Griffin
As comforting as winter warmers and heavy reds can be in the cold months, frozen concoctions and summer ales are the choice when the weather turns warm.
So as the mercury rises, it’s time to start fresh with light, crisp and even exotic libations for the sultry summer temps […]
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06.07 Now Serving
The Flames Grille
By Alex Kantarelis
In the mood for lavish and exquisitely prepared entrées? Luxury champagne and bottle service? Decadent desserts? Elegant surroundings punctuated by a soothing waterfall? Attentive staff ready to spoil you? Then you need look no further than The Flames Grille.
Yes, although Flames is located right here in Worcester (inside the Platinum Premier […]
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10.04 Become a regular at Worcester’s diners
You’re looking thin
Become a regular at one of Central Mass’s many diners
By Katie Barreira
October 2004 - Diners are full of flavor – if not always in their food, then definitely in their character. They are home to local color and fabulous vintage ambiance. If you need a new Sunday morning ritual, consider this list of […]
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