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Thomas Hooker Beer Dinner, Movie at Front Street Bistro May 20
May 15, 2013
Front Street Bistro presents a four-course Thomas Hooker beer dinner and accompanying showing of the documentary "American Beer" on May 20.
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Baci Grill in Cromwell Hosts Patio Grand Opening May 15
May 12, 2013
Baci Grill in Cromwell has added a brand-new patio for dining and cocktails. The restaurant celebrates its opening with live music Wednesday, May 15 from 6 to 8 p.m.
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Jacques Pepin To Serve At Taste of the Nation New Haven Benefit
May 9, 2013
Share Our Strength hosts its New Haven Taste of the Nation event at the Omni Hotel May 22, welcoming more than 40 restaurants, caterers and vendors to the annual tasting benefit.
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Dinners at the Farm, Max Chef-to-Farm Announce Summer Schedules
May 9, 2013
The 2013 schedules have been released for two of the state's premier farm-to-table summer dinner series.
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Front Street Bistro Starts 'Brunch And A Movie' Sundays
May 8, 2013
Spotlight Theatre and Front Street Bistro announces the start of "Brunch and a Movie" Sunday, May 12. Each Sunday, a specially selected classic film will be shown at noon.
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Deals On Starbucks Frappuccinos Through May 12
May 6, 2013
Stop into Starbucks for "happy hour," between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m., and get a half-price Frappuccino now through May 12 at participating stores.
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Connecticut Beer Week Runs Through May 18
May 5, 2013
Overlapping with American Craft Beer Week (May 13-19,) Connecticut celebrates its own robust and growing beer industry with a weeklong celebration of Nutmeg State brews. Connecticut Beer Week features a full schedule of tap takeovers, festivals, dinners, meet-and-greets and tastings.
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Bourdain, Ripert Play Devil and Angel in Hartford Appearance
May 3, 2013
The title of the show, "Good vs. Evil," seemed fitting enough. TV personality Anthony Bourdain is known for his biting, caustic and often profane wit; French chef and culinary star Eric Ripert is stylish and urbane with a mellifluous French accent.
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Frog Hollow Social Club at Firebox May 6
May 2, 2013
Firebox's Frog Hollow Social Club returns for a second event Monday, May 6 at 6 p.m.
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Kentucky Derby Parties In Connecticut May 4
April 29, 2013
Don your most ornate hat and head to these spots to drink bourbon, eat Kentucky-inspired fare and watch "the most exciting two minutes in sports" this Saturday.
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"Robigalia" Party At Relic Brewing May 3
April 25, 2013
Relic Brewing, CT Big Red Truck and Confetti Restaurant, all of Plainville, celebrate the ancient Roman springtime festival at the brewery May 3.
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Jonathan Edwards Winery Hosts CT vs. RI Culinary Showdown May 5
April 24, 2013
The Nutmeg State takes on the Ocean State at Jonathan Edwards Winery May 5, battling in a culinary competition to benefit Connecticut Farmland Trust and the Rhode Island Chefs' Collaborative.
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'Cork Discount' At J. Gilbert's
April 23, 2013
Grab those wine corks laying around the house and bring them to J. Gilbert's in Glastonbury this week.
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Yelp Hartford Hosts Prohibition Party April 30
April 22, 2013
Party like it's 1920 at Yelp Hartford's Prohibition soiree, going down April 30 at the Russian Lady. The themed gala features food from several local restaurants, Prohibition-era cocktails, live music and entertainment.
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Briq Celebrates Grand Opening In New Haven Thursday
April 17, 2013
Briq, the newest spot to take over the unique multi-floor space at 266 College Street in New Haven, celebrates its official grand opening April 18 at 5:30 p.m.
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Rooftop 120 in Glastonbury Launches Sunday Brunch April 28
April 16, 2013
Glastonbury's Rooftop 120, known for its third-floor perch overlooking Hebron Avenue, introduces an alfresco Sunday brunch on April 28.
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Tax Day Deals At Connecticut Restaurants
April 12, 2013
Take the dread out of Tax Day with these local restaurant deals. The promotions are valid Monday, April 15 unless otherwise noted.
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Galician Dinner at Barcelona Wine Bar April 17
April 11, 2013
Barcelona Wine Bar, 971 Farmington Avenue, West Hartford, presents a "Foods of Galicia" dinner April 17 at 7 p.m., featuring dishes from the region in Spain's northwest corner.
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Antinori Estates Wine Dinner At Griswold Inn April 19
April 8, 2013
The Griswold Inn, 36 Main St., Essex, hosts a dinner featuring a five-course Tuscan-style menu and wines of Antinori Estates on April 19 at 6 p.m.
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Barley Vine In Bristol Introduces Sunday Brunch
April 5, 2013
Bristol's Barley Vine launches a brand-new Sunday brunch April 7. The gastropub will serve seasonal breakfast items, entrees and sides, with a fresh selection of cocktails to match.
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New England Brewing Company Beer Dinner at Max's Oyster Bar April 25
April 5, 2013
Max's Oyster Bar in West Hartford hosts a New England Brewing Company beer dinner on April 25 at 6:30 p.m. Five courses are paired with selections from the Woodbridge brewery.
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Grilled Cheese Week at La Paloma Sabanera, April 8-12
April 4, 2013
Celebrate National Grilled Cheese Week April 8-12 at neighborhood-favorite coffeehouse La Paloma Sabanera, which offers a lineup of specialty sandwiches Monday through Friday.
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New Haven Restaurant Week: April 21 to 26
April 3, 2013
This edition of New Haven's twice-a-year Restaurant Week is extra special: it marks the Elm City's 375th anniversary. Nearly 30 of the city's restaurants will offer $18 prix-fixe lunches and/or $32 prix-fixe dinners during the week of April 21 to April 26.
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Plainville's Relic Brewing Featured On CNBC's 'Beer Label Madness'
April 2, 2013
Plainville's Relic Brewing has made it to CNBC's "Beer Label Madness" interactive bracket, competing as one of 64 breweries for the title of most-loved beer label.
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Free Cone Day at Ben and Jerry's April 9
April 1, 2013
Ben & Jerry's Free Cone Day is happening April 9, from noon to 8 p.m. at Scoop Shops around the country.
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The Counter Celebrates National Grilled Cheese Month in West Hartford
March 28, 2013
In celebration of National Grilled Cheese Month in April (yes, this is a thing,) The Counter offers five specialty sandwiches throughout the month, featuring a different creation each week. All are priced at $7.
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Branford Restaurant Week Planned For April 14 to April 20
March 28, 2013
More than 20 restaurants are participating in Branford's Restaurant Week, featuring the cuisine of the shoreline town.
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Spanish Wine Dinner at Forbidden City Bistro March 27
March 24, 2013
Forbidden City Bistro presents a Spanish wine dinner with "an Asian touch" March 27 at 6:30 p.m.
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Virgil's BBQ To Open At Mohegan Sun
March 22, 2013
New York-based Virgil's Real BBQ will open at Mohegan Sun this spring, the casino announced today in a press release. This will be the third location for the Southern-style barbecue joint, with locations in Manhattan and the Atlantis resort in the Bahamas.
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Connecticut Chefs Convene For Share Our Strength Event at Grants April 1
March 20, 2013
Top Connecticut chefs will again convene for a fundraising dinner to benefit Share Our Strength. The next event is planned at Grants in West Hartford on April 1 at 6 p.m.
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Firebox Team Presents Frog Hollow Social Club March 25
March 19, 2013
The team at Firebox presents the first event of its latest dinner series, "Frog Hollow Social Club," March 25 at 6:30 p.m. in the restaurant's tavern.
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National Ravioli Day at Mohegan Sun March 20
March 17, 2013
In honor of National Ravioli Day March 20, Todd English's Tuscany at Mohegan Sun has designed a special four-course menu around the filled pasta.
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Bonefish Grill Opens In South Windsor March 25
March 15, 2013
Bonefish Grill, a casual seafood-focused chain with more than 150 locations throughout the United States, will open its first Connecticut restaurant March 25 in the Shoppes at Evergreen Walk, South Windsor.
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St. Patrick's Day Dining Specials In Connecticut
March 13, 2013
Everyone's Irish on St. Patrick's Day, especially with these dining and beverage specials. Here's a sampling of what local restaurants are offering for the holiday.
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Community Table's Joel Viehland Nominated By Food & Wine Magazine as "People's Best New Chef"
March 11, 2013
Once again, Joel Viehland of Washington's Community Table has been nominated in Food & Wine Magazine's "The People's Best New Chef" contest, in the New England category.
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Bartaco Introduces Taco Tuesdays March 12
March 11, 2013
Bartaco introduces its "Taco Tuesday" promotion March 12. After 9 p.m., the restaurant's signature tacos - with fillings like grilled red snapper, fried Baja fish, duck, roasted pork, lamb barbacoa and Thai shrimp - are priced at just $1.50.
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Kendall Jackson, Grants Cocktail Seminars at Maximum Beverage
March 10, 2013
Maximum Beverage in West Hartford hosts two noteworthy events this week: a seminar with Kendall-Jackson winemaker Randy Ullom on Tuesday, March 12 (6 p.m. to 7 p.m.) and a Belvedere mixology session with bartenders from Grants on March 13.
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Local Chefs Gather For Share Our Strength Event at Mill at 2T March 18
March 7, 2013
Six of Connecticut's star chefs come together for a Share Our Strength fundraiser on March 18 at The Mill at 2T, Tariffville. The tasting event features six courses - each chef creating one apiece - with wine pairings.
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O'Porto Hosts Portuguese Wine Dinner March 12
March 6, 2013
O'Porto in Hartford hosts a Portuguese wine dinner with winemaker Joao Silva E Sousa March 12 at 6:30 p.m. Six courses are paired with six Portuguese wines.
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Beer Fest at Trumbull Kitchen March 16
March 4, 2013
Fifteen craft breweries, including three from Connecticut, will be represented at Trumbull Kitchen's Beer Fest March 16, starting at noon.
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Tuesday Night Wine Series Returns To Cavey's
March 3, 2013
Cavey's, 45 East Center Street, Manchester, brings back its Tuesday Night Wine Series starting March 5 at 6 p.m.
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Guest Appreciation Week At Mill Restaurant Group Locations
February 28, 2013
Mill Restaurant Group says "thanks" to its customer base with special $25 prix-fixe menus March 4-10 at its five locations. Each restaurant offers its own distinct three-course meal, with choice of appetizer, entree and dessert.
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Tickets On Sale for Taste of the Nation Hartford
February 27, 2013
Tickets are on sale for Hartford's Taste of the Nation event, taking place April 11 at Marquee Events and Catering.
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Stone Brewing Beer Dinner at Max's Oyster Bar March 6
February 26, 2013
Max's Oyster Bar in West Hartford presents a dinner with Stone Brewing Company March 6, pairing the California brewery's craft beers with the cuisine of executive chef Scott Miller.
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Litchfield Saltwater Grille Hosts Beer Social With Half Full Brewery March 6
February 24, 2013
Litchfield Saltwater Grille welcomes Half Full Brewery for a beer social and dinner March 6 at 6:30 p.m. The event features raw bar selections, pub-style appetizers, entree and dessert paired with tastings of the Stamford brewery's beers.
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Free Gourmet Burger Day At TD Homer's
February 21, 2013
TD Homer's in Southington brings back its popular Free Gourmet Burger promotion Tuesday, Feb. 26 from 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.
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Beer Dinner at Grants Restaurant Feb. 28
February 21, 2013
Grants Restaurant in West Hartford hosts a special five-course beer dinner Feb. 28 at 6 p.m.
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Patron Tequila Dinner at Trumbull Kitchen Feb. 27
February 20, 2013
Trumbull Kitchen in Hartford presents a Patron dinner Feb. 27 at 6 p.m., pairing craft tequila cocktails by mixologist Derek Vitale with Mexican-inspired dishes by executive chef Chris Torla.
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Bun Lai, Bill Taibe Tapped As James Beard Award Semifinalists
February 19, 2013
This year's list of James Beard Foundation Awards Restaurant and Chef semifinalists is in, and two Connecticut chefs are in the running for one of the food and beverage world's highest honors.
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CT Chefs Tapped As James Beard Award Semifinalists
February 19, 2013
This year's list of James Beard Foundation Awards Restaurant and Chef semifinalists is in, and two Connecticut chefs are in the running for one of the food and beverage world's highest honors.
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Tequila 101 Class at Bartaco March 6
February 18, 2013
Bartaco's West Hartford location hosts a "Tequila 101" class March 6 at 7 p.m., featuring tequila and cocktails tastings paired with small bites and tacos.
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SolToro Tequila Grill Honors Michael Jordan's 50th With Margarita
February 17, 2013
The great MJ turns 50 today, and to celebrate, SolToro Tequila Grill is shaking up a special "Mike-o-Rita" cocktail all month long.
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Fleming's Steakhouse Introduces 'Taste the Season' Menu
February 14, 2013
Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar, 44 South Main Street, West Hartford, recently introduced a "Taste the Season" menu, with two courses for $40.95.
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Taco Bell Announces Cool Ranch Dorito Tacos
February 13, 2013
Taco Bell announced the official release of its new Cool Ranch Dorito tacos, coming to stores March 7. Following in the footsteps of its successful Doritos Locos Tacos, the Cool Ranch version features a shell made from the zesty-spicy Frito Lay tortilla chip.
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Porter and Stout Seminar At Maximum Beverage
February 11, 2013
Maximum Beverage will host a stout and porter beer seminar Wednesday, Feb. 13, featuring the beers of Samuel Smith Old Brewery.
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Fat Tuesday Celebrations Around Connecticut
February 10, 2013
Eat, drink and party this Tuesday for Mardi Gras, with special celebrations and Cajun-inspired menus at these restaurants:
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Lunar New Year Specials at Char Koon, Forbidden City Bistro
February 7, 2013
To celebrate Year of the Snake, Char Koon in South Glastonbury and Forbidden City Bistro in Middletown offer special menus Feb. 7 through Feb. 17.
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Corey's Catsup & Mustard Celebrates Five-Year Anniversary
February 6, 2013
Corey's Catsup & Mustard opened five years ago this week on Manchester's Main Street, and the burger joint celebrates the anniversary Thursday and Friday with $5 burgers and $1 Bud Lights.
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Half-Price Weekend At Dish Bar & Grill, Hartford
February 5, 2013
Taste of Hartford might be finished, but the deals continue at Dish Bar & Grill in downtown Hartford. The restaurant offers half-priced entrees and half-priced bottles of wine Thursday, Feb. 7 through Sunday, Feb. 10.
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Wine Wednesdays Start At Mohegan Sun
February 4, 2013
Mohegan Sun's all-new Wine Wednesdays promotion kicks off Feb. 6, with tastings, dinners and champagne jazz nights each week.
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Plan B Milford Plans 'Seven Days of Chocolate' Feb. 11-17
February 3, 2013
Plan B Burger Bar in Milford plans a chocoholic-friendly menu during the week of Valentine's Day, Feb. 11 through Feb. 17. The specials include appetizers and salads, pasta, desserts and drinks.
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Dishcrawl Feb. 27th Event Cancelled
January 31, 2013
Update: Dishcrawl has cancelled this event.
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Dishcrawl New Haven Plans April 3 Event
January 31, 2013
Dishcrawl, a startup business hosting walking culinary tours, plans its inaugural event in New Haven April 3 at 7 p.m. The dinnertime tour stops at four downtown restaurants.
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Sun WineFest Celebrates Its 10th Year
January 27, 2013
For the Sun WineFest's 10th year, famed cookbook author and James Beard award winner Dorie Greenspan pulled together a cookie recipe representing three facets of her life: a vanilla French sablé base with cherries, cranberries and raisins cooked in mulled wine and topped with a cornmeal crumble.
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Krust Pizza Bar Opens in Middletown
January 27, 2013
Watch out, beer and wine - bourbon is proving itself a worthy partner to pizza at the new Krust in Middletown.
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Community Table To Receive Environmental Award
January 24, 2013
Litchfield County's celebrated Community Table, a sustainable restaurant with an intense focus on locally-sourced cuisine, will receive an award for its environmentally-friendly practices from People's Action for Clean Energy (PACE,) a Connecticut-based public health and environmental organization.
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Coyote Blue Offers Throwback 1993 Prices
January 21, 2013
To celebrate its 20th anniversary, Coyote Blue in Middletown offers throwback pricing on some of its most popular menu items.
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Niantic/East Lyme Restaurant Week: Jan. 21 to 27
January 20, 2013
Almost 30 restaurants in Niantic and East Lyme have signed on for the town's first Restaurant Week, offering discounts, specials and freebies throughout the week.
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Bubbles, BBQ & Bourbon Dinner at Oyster Club Jan. 24
January 18, 2013
Oyster Club, 13 Water Street, Mystic, hosts a “Bubbles, Bourbon and BBQ” dinner Jan. 24 at 6:30 p.m.
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Millwright's Presents James Beard Foundation Dinner Menu In Simsbury Jan. 22
January 16, 2013
Can't make it to Tyler Anderson's "Inspired New England" showcase dinner at the James Beard Foundation Jan. 28? Millwright's presents the same menu at its home base in Simsbury Jan. 22 at 6:30 p.m.
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Taste of Hartford 2013: Jan. 21 through Feb. 3
January 15, 2013
Taste of Hartford's winter restaurant promotion kicks off Jan. 21 and runs through Feb. 3, with $20.13 prix-fixe menus at several city eateries.
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Max's Oyster Bar Hosts 4th Annual Bourbon Bash Jan. 24
January 14, 2013
Max's Oyster Bar hosts its 4th annual Bourbon Bash Jan. 24 at 6:30 p.m. The event features cuisine by executive chef Scott Miller and cocktails by beverage director Brian Mitchell.
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Second Annual Winter Brew Fest At City Steam Feb. 28
January 13, 2013
The second annual City Steam Winter Brew Fest will be held Feb. 28 at the Hartford brewery, bringing together more than 20 Connecticut beermakers and brew pubs for a celebration of local beer.
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Prime Rib Special at Fleming's Steakhouse and Wine Bar
January 10, 2013
Fleming's Steakhouse & Wine Bar presents a special Sunday-night Prime Rib dinner through Feb. 10, for $29.95.
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Dog Lane Cafe Opens In Storrs
January 9, 2013
The owners of 85 Main in Putnam and Vanilla Bean Café in Pomfret have opened Dog Lane Café at 1 Dog Lane, Storrs.
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Craft Beer Tastings at Trumbull Kitchen
January 6, 2013
Trumbull Kitchen hosts three upcoming craft beer tastings over the next several weeks, featuring the brews of Founders, Dogfish Head and Harpoon.
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'Flight Nights' At Jonathan Edwards Winery
January 3, 2013
Jonathan Edwards Winery, 74 Chester Maine Road, North Stonington, hosts "Flight Nights" at the winery throughout January and February. Sample cellared vintages paired with gourmet bites from local restaurants.
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Ten Penny / Onyx Moonshine Dinner at CW's Chops 'n' Catch Jan. 7
January 1, 2013
CW's Chops 'n' Catch hosts a Ten Penny/Onyx Moonshine dinner Monday, Jan. 7 at 6:30 p.m.
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Mohegan Sun Hosts Restaurant Week, Jan. 6-11
December 30, 2012
Thirteen of Mohegan Sun's restaurants and food vendors offer special prix-menu menus, discounts and deals for the casino's Restaurant Week Jan. 6-11.
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Maximum Beverage Hosts Champagne Tastings
December 25, 2012
Not sure which bubbly to serve for New Year's Eve? Maximum Beverage in West Hartford's Bishops Corner hosts champagne tastings Dec. 27 through Dec. 31.
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Christmas Eve, Christmas Day Dining In Connecticut
December 20, 2012
Dining options for the holidays:
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Madison Beach Hotel Hosts Macallan Scotch Dinner Dec. 19
December 16, 2012
Madison Beach Hotel hosts a five-course Macallan Scotch dinner Dec. 19, pairing five different single-malt Scotches with courses designed by chef de cuisine Brendan Dion.
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Buy One, Share One Holiday Drink Deals At Starbucks, Dec. 13-16
December 13, 2012
For the second time this season, Starbucks offers a "BOGO" deal. Stop in Dec. 13 to Dec. 16 between 2 p.m. and 5 p.m., buy one holiday beverage and get a second one of equal or lesser value free. The deal is valid at participating stores during that time period.
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Lenny and Joe's Fish Tale Opens In New Haven
December 13, 2012
Lenny and Joe's Fish Tale, a shoreline seafood favorite, has opened its third - and largest - restaurant at Long Wharf in New Haven, marking the occasion with a grand opening celebration Wednesday.
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Forbidden City Bistro Celebrates Seventh Anniversary Dec. 14 and 15
December 11, 2012
Forbidden City Bistro in Middletown marks its seventh anniversary this weekend, featuring special dishes to celebrate the occasion on Dec. 14 and 15.
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Holiday Brunch at Bricco Trattoria Dec. 16
December 10, 2012
Bricco Trattoria in Glastonbury hosts a special Holiday Brunch Sunday, Dec. 16 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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Haight-Brown Vineyard Adds New Cafe
December 6, 2012
If you're traveling this weekend and getting your card stamped for the Litchfield Hills Winter Wine Trail, stop by Haight-Brown Vineyard and check out its new cafe offerings.
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Plan B Burger Bar Tapped For Inc. Magazine's 'Hire Power Award'
December 5, 2012
Plan B Burger Bar's recent expansion has caught the eye of Inc. Magazine once again. The publication has honored the company's hiring efforts with an inaugural Hire Power award, which salutes American job creators.
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"Repeal Day" Parties Celebrate Anniversary of Prohibition's End
December 3, 2012
Party like it's 1933 on the 79th anniversary of Prohibition's repeal on Dec. 5.
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'Jim Day' At Red Robin Means Free Burgers For Jims Dec. 4
December 2, 2012
If your name is James, Jim or Jamie, a free burger is yours at Red Robin Tuesday, Dec. 4. The restaurant chain's "Jim Day" marks the anniversary of its Sweet Jim Beam Bacon Swiss Burger with a giveaway promotion.
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Vinted Wine Bar Now Open In West Hartford
November 30, 2012
Vinted is now open in West Hartford's Blue Back Square. The Memorial Road restaurant and wine bar takes the place of Uncorked, the wine bar and bistro that closed earlier this year.
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Litchfield Hills Winter Wine Trail Begins Dec. 1
November 29, 2012
The Litchfield Hills Winter Wine Trail begins its fourth season Dec. 1. Six western Connecticut wineries have signed up to participate in the promotion, welcoming wine trail visitors in the cold months.
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Trumbull Kitchen Adds Second Brooklyn Brewery Tasting
November 29, 2012
Trumbull Kitchen, 150 Trumbull St., Hartford, hosts a Brooklyn Brewery beer and small plates tasting Dec. 12 at 5:30 p.m. Five beers are paired with five hors d'ouevres by executive chef Chris Torla.
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Branford Restaurants Host Soup Stroll Dec. 1
November 26, 2012
Eight restaurants in Branford Center will take part in Saturday's "Soup Stroll" from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., with proceeds benefiting Branford Cares at Branford High School.
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Pig 'n' Beer Dinner At Millwright's Nov. 29
November 25, 2012
Millwright's hosts a four-course Berkshire pork and beer dinner Nov. 29 at 6:30 p.m., as part of its ongoing Private Dinner Series. Seating is limited to 50 guests.
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Cavey's Hosts Late Harvest French Wine Dinner Nov. 28
November 23, 2012
Cavey's in Manchester hosts a French wine dinner Nov. 28 at 6:30 p.m., featuring late harvest wines from the portfolio of Kysela Pere et Fils, Ltd.
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21st Annual Veuve Clicquot Champagne Dinner at Peppercorn's Grill Dec. 5
November 20, 2012
Peppercorn's Grill, 357 Main Street, Hartford, hosts its 21st annual Veuve Clicquot dinner Dec. 5 at 6:30 p.m.
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Guilford's The Place Featured On Cooking Channel's "Man Fire Food"
November 19, 2012
The Place in Guilford, a summertime destination for grilled clams and lobsters, will be featured on the Cooking Channel's "Man Fire Food" Tuesday at 10 p.m.
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Black Friday Brunch at Plan B Milford Nov. 23
November 19, 2012
If you're shopping in the Milford area early on Black Friday, Plan B is open from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. for your brunch needs.
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G-Zen in Branford Plans Saturday Brunch, Lunch
November 15, 2012
What's brunch without eggs and bacon? That's what vegan restaurateurs Mark Shadle and Ami Beach Shadle want you to discover, with the soon-to-launch "Buddha Brunch @ Soulful Saturdays" at G-Zen.
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Hash House A Go Go To Open At Mohegan Sun
November 15, 2012
San Diego-based chain Hash House A Go Go is slated to open at Mohegan Sun in mid-December, according to casino representatives. The restaurant describes its menu as "twisted farm food," with a menu of traditional diner fare with "offbeat, over-the-top presentations."
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Buy One, Share One Holiday Drink Deals At Starbucks, Nov. 15-18
November 15, 2012
It's "red cup" time at Starbucks, where the popular seasonal holiday beverages are in full effect.
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The Best - Or Worst - Reviews of Guy Fieri's Restaurant
November 14, 2012
Updated: Guy Fieri responded angrily to the review on the Today Show Thursday morning. "I just thought it was ridiculous," Fieri said. "That to me, went so overboard...it really seemed like there was another agenda."
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Reuben's Deli Reopens as Thirty 5 Restaurant in West Hartford
November 13, 2012
The former Reuben's Deli in West Hartford center is now Thirty 5 Bar & Grille, taking its name from its address at 35 Lasalle Road.
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Wood-n-Tap Hosts "10 Year Tap" Anniversary Party Nov. 16
November 11, 2012
Wood-n-Tap hosts a "10 Year Tap" anniversary party at each location Nov. 16, with select menu items priced as they were in 2002 (including the signature Bar Bites.)
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Mystic's Oyster Club Hosts Dinner with Saveur Magazine Founder Nov. 11
November 8, 2012
Saveur magazine founder and celebrated food writer Colman Andrews visits Mystic's Oyster Club Nov. 11 for an author dinner at 6 p.m. The event features a four-course dinner with Andrews and readings and discussion from his latest release, "The Country Cooking of Italy."
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Evening of Italian Beers at Bricco Trattoria, Nov. 12-14
November 7, 2012
Bricco Trattoria in Glastonbury offers a special four-course menu paired with Italian beers Nov. 12 through Nov. 14.
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Barcelona Introduces New Lunch Menu In West Hartford
November 6, 2012
Following its recent renovation, Barcelona Wine Bar in West Hartford introduces a brand-new lunch menu this week, with a focus on bocadillos (Spanish sandwiches.)
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Election Day Specials at Connecticut Restaurants
November 5, 2012
After you cast your vote Tuesday, treat yourself to an Election Day special at one of these Connecticut restaurants:
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The Half Door Hosts 9th Annual Beer & Game Dinner Nov. 12
November 5, 2012
The Half Door in Hartford hosts its 9th Annual Beer & Game Dinner Nov. 12, pairing six courses of exotic wild game with craft beers.
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Mystic Restaurant Week: Nov. 3-10
November 3, 2012
Mystic Restaurant Week runs Nov. 3 through Nov. 10 at 19 restaurants, each serving prix-fixe $12 lunches and/or $20.12 dinners throughout the week.
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Local Apple Desserts Benefit Growing Great Schools In West Hartford
November 1, 2012
Consider splurging on seasonal sweets for a good cause this weekend.
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Bacon and Beer Dinners At Vito's By The Water; Wood-n-Tap
October 30, 2012
Enjoy pork and brews at two upcoming beer dinners, each featuring bacon as the main attraction.
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Wine Dinners At Max A Mia, Al Forno Rescheduled
October 28, 2012
Because of the impending storm, two restaurants have rescheduled planned wine dinners.
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French Wines and Asian Hunter Cooking Dinner at Forbidden City Bistro
October 25, 2012
Forbidden City Bistro's Nov. 7 wine dinner is for the adventurous, featuring "Asian hunter" cooking with a selection of French wines.
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Connecticut Pizzas On Esquire's "Life-Changing" List
October 25, 2012
Though the ultimate winner was a Chicago deep-dish legend, four Connecticut pizzerias found their way to Esquire Magazine's recent "Life-Changing Pizza" list, proving again that the Nutmeg State's pies are among the country's best.
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Max Group Hosts Wine Festival Oct. 28 to Nov. 11
October 23, 2012
October was for the beer lovers, and now Max Restaurant Group woos the wine aficionados over the next few weeks with a full schedule of events, dinners and specials.
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"Bier-Nacht" Oktoberfest Beer Dinner at City Steam Oct. 24
October 22, 2012
City Steam hosts an Oktoberfest beer dinner Thursday, Oct. 24 at 7 p.m. Five courses of Bavarian-inspired cuisine are paired with the Hartford brewery's beers.
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Winemaker Events At Haight-Brown Vineyard
October 18, 2012
Haight-Brown Vineyard welcomes new winemaker Lukas Van Loggerenberg, who comes to the Litchfield winery by way of Cape Town, South Africa. Winery guests can get to know him at two upcoming events on Oct. 28 and Nov. 10.
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New Haven Restaurant Week Planned For Nov. 11-16
October 17, 2012
New Haven's biannual Restaurant Week is back next month, with 33 Elm City eateries serving $18 prix-fixe lunches and/or $32 dinners Nov. 11 through Nov. 16.
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Wood-n-Tap Opening This Month In Wallingford
October 9, 2012
The Wood-n-Tap brand continues to grow, with a seventh location opening this month in Wallingford. To celebrate, Hartford Restaurant Group hosts an opening party at the new spot Saturday, Oct. 13.
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Pinkberry To Open At Westfarms Mall Oct. 12
October 3, 2012
Pinkberry continues its proliferation in Connecticut with the opening of a fifth location, in Westfarms Mall Oct. 12.
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Market Grille Opens In Manchester
October 1, 2012
Market Grille has opened in Manchester, on Buckland Hills Drive in the former Hops building. The restaurant is the fifth eatery for the Mill Restaurant Group, and its second new opening of 2012, after the debut of Republic in Bloomfield this summer.
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Noodles & Company Opens Oct. 3 In West Hartford
September 27, 2012
If you count macaroni and cheese, spaghetti and meatballs or pad Thai among your ultimate comfort foods, you're in luck. Connecticut is about to welcome its first Noodles & Company, a fast-casual chain opening Oct. 3 in West Hartford's Bishops Corner.
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Millwright's Tavern Opens Sept. 26
September 25, 2012
Millwright's long-awaited tavern space will open Sept. 26 at 5:30 p.m., showcasing a casual yet still gourmet version of Chef Tyler Anderson's cuisine.
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Shake Shack Opens In New Haven Sept. 13
September 10, 2012
Shake Shack is set to open its second Connecticut restaurant in New Haven Thursday, at 986 Chapel Street. The Elm City store, centrally located near the New Haven Green and Yale's Old Campus, joins the Westport location at 1849 Boston Post Road.
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Starbucks' Pumpkin Spice Latte Returns For Season
September 5, 2012
It's a sure sign of fall, whether you're ready for it or not. Starbucks' pumpkin spice latte is back in stores nationwide, as of September 4.
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Harvest Prix-Fixe Dinners At Six Main, Chester
September 4, 2012
Six Main, Chester's new spot for vegetarian, vegan and raw fare, introduces a new Monday through Wednesday special built around one featured ingredient. The three-course prix-fixe meal is $25, including one wine pairing.
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Franco-Camachos Open Waterhouse Oyster Bar In Branford
August 30, 2012
Suzette and Arturo Franco-Camacho have reinvented themselves again.
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Russian Lady Expanding To New Haven
August 23, 2012
Hartford's Russian Lady is about to gain a sibling. Owner Jerry Fornarelli confirmed his team is opening a second club in New Haven, due this fall.
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Tyler Anderson Opens Millwright's In Simsbury
July 31, 2012
The historic Hop Brook Mill in Simsbury is occupied again, with the recent opening of Millwright's on West Street.
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'Good vs. Evil': Anthony Bourdain and Eric Ripert At The Bushnell
July 24, 2012
The acerbically eloquent Anthony Bourdain partners with friend and culinary colleague Eric Ripert for a "Good vs. Evil" speaking engagement at The Bushnell May 3, 2013.
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At Doogie's, A Farewell To The Big Dog
January 27, 2012
It’s been featured on the Travel Channel’s “Man v. Food” and recognized by “Every Day with Rachael Ray” magazine. But now the two-foot hot dog that put Doogie’s on the map is no longer.
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Sonic Drive-In Opens Wednesday In Manchester
June 4, 2011
Toaster sandwiches for breakfast! The state's second Sonic Drive-In restaurant opens Wednesday morning at 90 Buckland Street in Manchester, according to an email blast sent by the Sonic of CT restaurant group. The newest location will officially open its doors after a 10 a.m. ribbon cutting ceremony.
