I rarely post anything about movies or movie stars but the ugly email correspondence that was leaked to the public from Sony Studios has been hard to miss.
RuPaul Drag Queen wannabees look closely at Jolie’s greeting of Sony Executive, Pascal, earlier this morning. It was their first meeting since the scandal broke.
Just another post objectifying the male form – you’re welcome.
The video I created for the Santa Speedo Run last Saturday proved to be quite the boon garnering ~25,000 views in the first 5 days. I wanted to take a moment to recognize and thank some of the news outlets and blogs that shared my video with their readers. With a special thanks going to bloggers, David (WGB), Kenneth (Kenneth in 212), Joe (JMG) as well as my friend, Jim Clerkin (KISS 108) and Huffington Post.
I would welcome the opportunity to talk to local media outlets – esp. those that focus on LGBT life or those that would like to be more inclusive. If you have any contacts or work at a local media group let me know.
To paraphrase Steve Martin from My Blue Heaven, “You’re so hot you could melt all this stuff.” Perhaps this sounds better when Steve Martin said this to Michelle Pfieffer in his thick NJ-guido accent, but you understand what I’m saying.
Credit: Boston Gay Men’s Chorus
Boston Gay Men’s Chorus holiday performance “Noel” opens later this weekend on Sunday, December 14th at 3PM with additional performances December 19-21st at 8PM at New England Conservatory’s beautiful Jordan Hall.
The show will include traditional holiday tunes like “Deck the Hall” alongside newer songs such as “Sparklejollytwinklejingley” from the Broadway musical Elf.
December 14th Performance is Sold Out
Tickets to performances are on sale now and range in price from $20-$60. You can purchase tickets by calling 617-542-SING (7464) or online at www.bgmc.org.
My friend Ben recently returned from a trip to Arkansas where he snapped this photograph. Apparently this is a chain of convenience stores popular in some Midwest states; sounds more like a gay ‘dating’ app for the iPhone.
Last night one of the South End’s most eagerly anticipated restaurants had a soft opening. Upon entering Barcelona South End, patrons will see a large (26-seat) horseshoe shaped white marble bar that opens to the kitchen behind it. The sterile modern decor of its predecessor is gone – replaced by dark wood ceilings and floors that contrast with the white marble bar and subway tile along the back wall.
The tapas menu will offer plenty of temptations at an affordable price with most items ranging $6-$10. If you want more than tapas their menu has Paella, Meat & Fish and Mixed Grilled options ranging from $19 – $25. The cocktail menu and wine list are equally inviting, which makes me think this will become a favorite watering hole for locals looking for a place where they can catch up with friends and nibble on a few bites during the week.
The bar staff was knowledgeable and clearly excited to be open for business, reinforcing an already friendly atmosphere. The food we tried was quite good but sadly our photos didn’t do the food justice enough so I promise to go back for a more thorough sampling. Look for Barcelona to open in the coming days.
Barcelona – 525 Tremont Street – (617) 266 2600
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Earlier this month I was sent a bottle of Prosecco DOC Treviso Spumante, an Italian sparkling wine that comes from the northeast of Italy. The prosecco has a pale golden hue that has a surprising number of tiny bubbles. Prosecco can sometimes be too sweet for my liking, but this wine was surprisingly light and had a quick finish that I really enjoyed.
Although we shared the bottle with friends without food (naked you could say), I think it would hold up nicely with a cheese and fruit plate. This wine retails for $15-$20, making it a great bottle to buy in bulk for holiday parties you might host.
Party Tip: white and sparkling wines don’t stain if a guest spills. And let’s be honest we all have that friend who spills wines after one too many drinks.
Bastille Kitchen is a 270 seat French bistro that opened on Melcher Street in the Fort Point Channel neighborhood of Boston this past summer. The restaurant feels very open – in part due to the large windows, exposed brick walls and light wood floors, tables and ceilings. The bar / lounge area is also fairly spacious – capable of seating at the bar and in comfortable lounge furniture 40+ people.
We were celebrating a friend’s birthday on this occasion and while I didn’t try everything served, I was impressed with the service and enjoyed my food. The menu starts with more than a dozen appetizers to choose from ranging in price from $10-$22; house made flatbreads $15-$18; fruits de mer which range in price according to market; entrees and local sustainable seafood $18-$42.
While my dining companions each tried the escargots ($15) and duck confit ($14), I opted for the frisee aux lardons ($14) and was very happy with my choice. The savory salad was rich and flavorful. The poached egg’s yolk was delicious with the duck confit – which you can see was served with generous portions. While my companions enjoyed the duck confit appetizer, the escargot (which I didn’t try) was described by both as bland and disappointing.
My main course was the roast lamb shank ($29). The dinner came served in a skillet with tomatoes, an eggplant pave and herb grits. This was an incredibly hardy meal and very filling. The lamb was cooked perfectly; falling from the bone with hardly any effort. The accompanying sauce and herb grits complemented the rich flavors of the lamb and despite the large serving I ate everything. 
Above are the dinners of my dining companions. The top image is the Beef Short Rib Wellington $38 and the image immediately above is the Hampshire Pork Au Poivre served on the bone for $28. Both said they enjoyed their dinners and would order it again when they return.
Bastille Kitchen is open daily but reservations are strongly recommended. Bastille Kitchen is located at 49 Melcher Street, Boston, (617) 556-8000.
Caption this photo. Similar to my wrestling photo from October’s “Caption this photo” post, I feel like it offers you opportunities to impress me with your wit so fire away and share with me a funny caption.
The annual Toys for Joys party was a great success. This year the event moved to accommodate a larger crowd and was hosted at the Revere Hotel’s Space 57 in Bay Village. The Toys for Joys party has no long speeches and you are not repeatedly asked to ‘open your check book one more time.’ It is a fresh take on fundraising that focuses on socializing and bringing our community together, making it accessible all – not just people able to write large checks. If you missed the event, I hope to see you there in 2015. Learn more about T4J here.
Are you trying to figure out what to get someone special during the holidays? There is no such thing as the perfect sweater so skip the mall and focus on things you can do with that person; memories last longer and will likely be more appreciated. Below I’ve included a few tips / suggestions and I’d like to encourage you to share more ideas.
Make A Date: Pick a date in the calendar and plan everything to the last detail including when you will go out, where you will be going and what you will be doing. Tailor it to your friend / significant other’s preferences – not yours. If you need some suggestions here in Boston – I’m happy to be of help.
Time For Pampering: Most people I know enjoy some form of pampering. This can include a manicure & pedicure, spa services, and / or some form of grooming. Better yet, do it together (see the make a date suggestion above) and make it a shared experience. One of my favorite gifts in recent memory was from my parents who gave Sergio and me gift card for a dual massage at a local spa.
Take A Class: Most cities and towns (the Boston area especially) have so many options for taking either a series of classes or a one-day program that include everything from wine tasting to how to make chocolate truffles like I learned at the Boston Chocolate Workshop this past January.
Do you have any ideas to share with my readers? I’d love to hear from you.
BosGuy 