I previously wrote about this fun annual tasting that raises money for the AIDS Action Committee of MA, but I wanted to give one more shout out for those of you who may have been contemplating attending but had yet to buy tickets.
Taste of the South End, Tuesday March 3, 2015
More than 40 of the neighborhood’s restaurants will share tempting bites that range from the savory to the sweet. In addition there will be plenty to drink and entertaining cooking demonstrations from some of the neighborhood’s most admired chefs. If you have any questions about this social South End event, feel free to reach out to me. Otherwise, grab tickets while they last. Here is a quick video from a Taste of the South End from a few years back.
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Fabricio and Scott are all smiles in Rio de Janeiro
Here are a couple more photographs of friends and readers currently basking in the sun and warmth. Do you live somewhere that is warm year round or have you taken a vacation to escape the winter?
Email me your warm weather photo at bosguymail@gmail.com. All I ask is that you include your name (just first name is fine) and where you are.
George and Bruce soaking up the sun in Puerta Vallata, Mexico
One month from today on Thursday, March 26, The Theater Offensive (TTO) will host their annual FUNdraiser, Climacts! Wet. TTO’s fundraising event is unique in Boston in that it celebrates the rich diversity of queer lives through provocative themes and performances. Join Boston’s LGBT and arts communities’ most influential supporters who will come together to show their support for the TTO all while enjoying delicious food, stunning and sexy performances, dance floor action, and the sexiest LIVE fantasy auction.
Never been to TTO’s annual CLIMACTS! fundraiser? Check out this two minute video from their 2014 event to get a peek at what you can expect if you come.
VIP Sponsor Ticket: $175 includes sponsors’ reception from 6-7:30pm with complimentary bar, lip smacking hors d’oeuvres, reserved seating during the LIVE auction, and express registration. General Ticket: $100 includes 7:30pm general admission, decadent desserts and dancing.
On our last night visiting our friends in Grand Cayman, our hosts Steve & Steven prepared us a dinner to remember on Steve’s rooftop deck. Steve cooked a delicious meal which included both steak and lobster. Earlier in the evening we popped a bottle of Moët & Chandon, but Steven had also brought along this Bordeaux to enjoy with our dinner.
As a general rule, I’m a big fan of wines from Bordeaux. After a little digging online I learned this is a Cabernet-heavy blend that also includes Cabernet Franc and Merlot grapes, which explains the full body taste that paired better with the grilled steak than the Caribbean crustacean. I’ve noticed that reviews from other sites concur with my estimations that this is a solid wine that you can readily enjoy and rely upon each year. A quick search online suggested that this retails in the US for approximately $25 – $30 per bottle.
Thursday, February 26th the Boston Ballet’s 51st season continues with the return of Val Caniparoli’s ballet, Lady of the Camellias. The production is set to the brilliant music of Chopin, and will be performed by the Boston Ballet Orchestra.
About Lady of the Camellias: Written by Alexander Dumas, the novel La Dame aux Camelias was published in 1848 Paris. Since then, the tragic story of the courtesan Marguerite and her lover, Armand, has captured audiences with its heartbreaking and compelling tale of love, redemption, and loss. More than 16 different stage adaptations have been performed across theaters in Paris, London, and Broadway since 1852. The story inspired Guiseppe Verdi’s famed opera La Traviata (1853), and has been the subject for many films including Camille starring Greta Garbo (1936) and the blockbuster Moulin Rouge (2001).
Click here to learn more about the ballet or to purchase tickets
The ballet opens Thursday, February 26th and runs through March 8th at the Boston Opera House. Tickets start at $29 and can be purchased here.
Alvaro – Miami Beach, FL
Perhaps I reached a breaking point or maybe I’m just missing the recent vacation Sergio and I took to Grand Cayman earlier this February. Either way, on Monday I asked readers to share their warm weather photos and a few of you took me up on my request (thank you by the way).
Do you live some place that is warm year round or have you happened to take a vacation somewhere warm to escape the winter? I’d love to share a photo of you smiling in the sun.
Email me your warm weather photo at bosguymail@gmail.com. All I ask is that you include your name (just first name is fine) and where you are.
Mark and Joe – Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Mark (on the left) lives in Deleware when he isn’t sunning himeself in Mexico. He also happens to be a blogger. You can check out online at Tales Of The Sissy.
Stephen – Palm Springs, CA
Stephen moved from Boston to Palm Springs last year. You may recall we had worked together to create a Boston Pride Retrospective last June.
I’ll keep posting the photos as long as there is a steady stream of pictures being shared so email your warm weather photo to bosguymail@gmail.com.
Okay guys this week’s “caption this photo” post is sort of asking for it so impress me with your wit and creativity and share a caption or two for this photo.
This Saturday, February 28th the monthly, underground gay night at Great Scott in Allston – a.k.a. DADT – are changing things up by hosting a karaoke themed night out. Along for the ride is the wicked awesome Keytar Bear who will be performing live.
Saturday, February 28th Doors open at 9:30
At Great Scott located at 1222 Comm. Ave. $10 cover
Come to cheer on or step up and sing along to your favorite tunes. Between all the crooners who take stage and Keytar’s performances, resident DJ Colby will crank out your favorite dance tunes. More information is available on the Facebook event page, here.
Last night season eight of The Voice premiered (does this show ever go off air?) and Christina Aguilera is back once again as a coach. To promote the show she joined Jimmy Fallon on The Tonight Show. Jimmy asked her to play “Wheel of Musical Impressions” where she had to channel the likes of Cher, Brittany and Shakira. She was flawless and perhaps at her best singing The Folger’s jingle as Cher, but even Brittany fans are likely to love her version of how Ms. Spears might sing “This Little Piggy”. Say what you will but sitting down without any heads up she does a better live impersonation of Brittany Spears than Brittany could.
Spring training started more than a week ago for Pitchers and Catchers. What do you suppose he is? Irregardless Regardless, have a great day.
Is there an event happening that you would like me to write about on BosGuy.com? Reach out to me. Most of the content that I write about regarding LGBT life in Boston, Provincetown and Ogunquit is a direct result of someone reaching out to me. Since this is essentially my hobby, I rely on people who read this blog to tell me what is going on in the community.
Try some of these low impact cardio alternatives to mix up your fitness routine.
Running is great exercise but some of us can’t get through a mile without our knees aching or our ankles swelling. Why is that? Running is essentially a form of PLYOMETRIC training with a lot of impact on our joints. So if you want to get in extra cardio, without hitting the streets for a run – here are some low impact cardio alternatives to try.
Body weight squats for time 30s on 30s off for 20 minutes (If you are advanced enough).
Kettlebell swings 30s on 30s off for 15 minutes (visit YouTube and search for “gray cook swing” for proper instructions).
The rower do 500 m. x 5-10. Work your way up.
Medicine ball slams with push ups 20 seconds of each with a 20 second break in between for 15 minutes.
Like what you’ve read? Share these posts with your friends and check out some of my previous blog posts for ideas on how to liven up your fitness routine and to stay motivated in 2015. Kyle’s Health & Fitness posts.
Kyle is a nationally certified personal trainer, certified nutritionist, and lifestyle motivator out of Los Angeles, CA. He has been training for 5 years and has experience working with top-tier celebrity and executive clientele. When he’s not in the gym, Kyle is reading philosophy or writing poetry.
Email your warm weather photo to bosguymail@gmail.com
Boston has had a brutal winter so far (and there is no relief in sight). Facebook, Instagram and Twitter are awash in photos of friends traveling to warmer destinations (and even a few from people living in warmer climates inviting Bostonians to come and visit).
Email me your warm weather photo at: bosguymail@gmail.com
I’d like to post pictures of anyone who would like to share a photo of themselves in a warmer climate. All I ask is that you include your name (just first name is fine) and where you are. I’ve gotten things started by sharing a photo of Sergio in Grand Cayman at Stingray City. Now it is your turn to share a picture of you someplace warm.
I know I’ve posted this before, but it is such an accurate depiction of how I feel.
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