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Mates leather weekend in Ptown
The summer is over (wimper) but the Crown & Anchor, Purgatory and others have events planned this weekend to welcome guys arriving in Ptown for Mates Leather Weekend.
Restaurant review: Oak Long Bar + Kitchen
In 2012 The Fairmont Copley and their restaurant, The Oak Long Bar + Kitchen, completed a $20 million remodeling and reopened to the public. A few months later, I provided my first review of Oak Long Bar + Kitchen in September 2012.
Earlier this month I found myself at the bar of this Back Bay gem and figured I’d see if the menu and cooking was as good as I recalled. The restaurant’s menu has changed as is so often the case and I was sad to see the tagliatelle dinner with braised ribs and lobster was no longer available. However the menu remains largely the same with flatbread options, several hearty main plates that range in price from $23 – $41 and a number of “snacks” or small plates from $8-$21.
I started my dinner with the hearth baked bread $5. The bread was extremely buttery and you could smell and taste the rosemary liberally sprinkled alongside pretzel salt which was delicious with my beer.
I opted for a slightly healthier option, the Steak Salad $25, which was cooked as I asked. The presentation of the long stalks of romaine lettuce was prettier than my photo does justice, and the only disappointment was the accompanying bread that came with my salad. My friend opted for the Steak Frites $41 but substituted his frites for a medley of summer vegetables. The over sized cast iron plate makes an impressive first impression. Fortunately, the meal lives up to the hype as my friend repeatedly mentioned how much he enjoyed his meal.
One year later and it appears that Oak Long Bar + Kitchen has proven that they are able to consistently serve a hungry public that is only too willing to step into this beautiful Back Bay restaurant. Have not tried the Oak Long Bar + Kitchen or has it been a while? Give them a try, but reservations are recommended.
Oak Long Bar + Kitchen – Copley Square – 617.585.7222
Tumblr site dedicated to mock P.D.A.
Wingmanning is a Tumblr site started by Drew Phillips (in photo above) and Scott Cleveland (behind the camera) that depicts Drew standing next to or near couples exhibiting public displays of affection (PDA).
The Tumblr site motto is “Make out in public? We’re behind you.”
Love this site – thanks to BuzzFeed for sharing.
Today’s lesson: Know what you want
You might think that this is obvious, but the reality is many people convince themselves that they really want something only to realize that once they achieve that goal, buy that product, marry that person of their dreams, etc… it isn’t what they want, like, or love.
Take a page out of my friend Jesse’s book and find out what you are really passionate about and love. Everything else will work itself out – I promise.
BosGuy does the Donkey Show at Oberon
Last Saturday Sergio and I joined those crazy kids over at The Welcoming Committee (TWC) at The Donkey Show at the Oberon Theater in Harvard Square. How would I describe this show? An absolute blast. The 90-minute show flew by so fast I couldn’t believe it was over and we stayed a bit longer to keep dancing to the porn-stached DJ who continued to play one disco classic after another.
I will admit going with TWC probably added an energy to our show that may be lacking on a random Saturday night (The Donkey Show takes place every Saturday), but it was still an absolute blast and something I’d encourage people to check out.
I’m shallow
I’ll admit it – I’m pandering. But I’d like everyone to know two things: first, I’ve never really had a thing for cowboys – even as a kid I was always cheering for the indians so it is clearly my appreciation for photography that is why I wanted to share this picture; and second, I’ve had this photo for evah… I mean DOMA hadn’t even been repealed so I think I’ve shown incredible restraint all things considered.
Boston Ballet 2013-2014 season
Tomorrow is opening night for Boston Ballet’s 2013-2014 season. If you’ve never gone to the ballet perhaps this image of a male ballet dancer will illustrate how –-um-– artistic ballet can be.
You may purchase tickets to a Boston Ballet performance here.
Paraty Brazil
Pronounced Para-chee, this quiet coastal town just a few hours drive from Rio de Janeiro is where I will spend several relaxing days and nights after what I’m sure will be a fun week in Rio de Janeiro in late November / early December.
You may recall that last year’s trip to Brazil took me to Florianopolis or “Floripa” as Brazilians call it. I’ll have more to share about Paraty in the coming months and after I return but until then you can read about my trip to Florianopolis here:
Praia Mole: Where the gays are
Are you contemplating a trip to South America’s largest (and in my opinion most beautiful) country? Have questions about Brazil? Feel free to shoot me an email at bosguymail@gmail.com or leave a comment.
London Villages by Zena Alkayat
Are you planning a visit to London? Not long after guest blogger James H. submitted his post, 5 great gay date spots in London, Zena Alkayat’s book London Villages arrived at my house, and I couldn’t stop thumbing through it.
Tucked away, inside the massive city of London, are dozens of neighborhoods “villages” filled with charming local markets, restaurants, pubs and gardens that many tourists never get a chance to see. Divided into five categories: Central, North, South, East and West; each section describes a half dozen or more of these charming villages, including photos and images along with contact information for local markets, restaurants, pubs and gardens that many tourists never get a chance to see.
For purchase: London Villages by Zena Alkayat
Boston Chocolate School a must try for chocoholics
The third Saturday of every month The Boston Chocolate School (yes we even have a school for that here in Boston) hosts a 3 hour class that is the perfect gift for any chocoholic.
I attended September’s class with my good friend and fellow blogger, 40-Something Life, unsure of what to expect. Our class was hosted by Chef Dorian (shown above with 40-something life blogger and yours truly). Dorian was the Season 2 winner of The Food Network show, Sweet Genius, and after taking his class, I can honestly say he’s also a comic genius. His class is both entertaining and educational – this man is CRAZY about chocolate.
The first half of the class, which takes place near Downtown Crossing in Boston, is spent learning about chocolate while sipping what might be some of the best hot chocolate in town. I learned things like the only 5 ingredients any chocolate should have: cocoa liquor (ground cocoa beans), cocoa butter, sugar, soy lecithin and real vanilla. So simple really, but because some large recognizable brands like Hershey don’t use this and add other “stuff” they aren’t technically considered chocolate.
With the Fall in full swing and colder weather coming, this might make for the perfect Saturday activity if you have even a mild interest in chocolate. Certainly the entertainment value that Chef Dorian brings to the class cannot be stressed enough. Boston Chocolate School classes occur the 3rd Saturday of each month, with the next class on Saturday, October 19th.
More information about this can be found on their website, The Boston Chocolate School.
Bertolli pasta’s 2009 gay-themed advertisement
Back in 2009 Bertolli pasta teamed up with Logo Films and released this gay-themed commercial. In light of recent remarks from Guido Barilla, CEO of Barilla pasta – a.k.a. Dick of the Week, this video from rival pasta company, Bertolli, is resurfacing on the web and starting to go viral.
Temptation Tuesday
This week’s temptation comes with a dash of scruff.
Mildred Fierce in New York City
Ryan Landry and his Gold Dust Orphans have packed their bags and bid Provincetown and Boston a fond adieu for the time being while they shack up with Varla Jean Merman for a four week run at Theatre 80 St. Marks.
If you find yourself in NYC and would like to watch a hilarious melodrama starring one of my all-time favorite drag queens, Varla Jean Merman, then make note of this adult-themed parody. Mildred Fierce opens this Saturday on October 5th and runs through October 27th on Saturdays and Sundays only. Ticket prices are $25 for general seating or $35 for VIP.
2013 Santa Speedo Run registration opens tomorrow
This year’s Santa Speedo Run in Boston will be on Saturday, December 14, 2013. Runners will congregate at Lir Tavern and at Whiskey’s Bar on Boylston Street in Boston’s Back Bay.
Check out: ssrunners.org
Registration for this fun event is on a first come, first serve basis and it will fill very quickly so don’t delay.
Here is a recap of all the fun at the 2012 event.
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