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poedjarin · 5 years

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can’t be topped.

a/n: i’ve been spending way too much time in my pool on my cactus float, and sometimes the mind wanders... remember, you guys ASKED for this. i promise to stop writing food-related smut (shout out to heat wave) by 2020. here’s to hoping! feedback is appreciated, even if it’s negative; i am a little rusty.

ben hardy x y/n; 1,778 words; smut (18+ please)

Summer was once a time of adventure and merriment. During childhood and adolescence, the end of the school year signaled the most exciting three months of the year. With summer came amusement parks, beach days, picnics, cookouts, and cold treats on hot days. All that magic seemed to disappear during the transition into adulthood.

Being an adult meant working through the summer months and perhaps stealing a day or two for an adventure if life allowed. It meant watching young ones take a turn in experiencing the bliss you once took for granted. It was all part of growing up. That didn’t mean it wasn’t a hard pill to swallow.

The mundane routine of the 9 to 5 workweek was dragging you down. If you were lucky, you could complete a week’s worth of chores during one of the two days of the weekend and take advantage of the downtime of the other. Your weekend outings were small - a farmer’s market one day and a boozy brunch the next - but enjoyable. You made sure to remind yourself that it was better tan nothing.

Your boyfriend’s career contributed to the low-profile adventures. You didn’t necessarily mind because you’d take what you can get. Ben’s career as an actor kept him away for extended periods of time, leaving you to find your own fun. This summer was no different and it somewhat contributed to the funk you found yourself in.

When Ben suggested spending a long weekend together at his friend’s cottage, you practically jumped at the opportunity. He’d been there with a group of his best mates several times before and raved about the space. He seemed eager to bring you there, especially given the chance to relish each other’s company.

You’d driven to the cottage after dinner on Thursday and went right to bed after a long day. It was almost jarring to wake up Friday morning and have the world as your oyster. You got to choose how to spend the day, and you were going to make it good.

So, that’s how you found yourself perched on a pool float in the middle of the early afternoon on a Friday, soaking in the sun’s rays and capturing whatever color the lasting summer days could offer you.

You donned a black bikini that left little to the imagination. It was a swimsuit from last year that you’d hardly worn, and if you knew that it was a touch too small, you would’ve invested in a new one before leaving on your excursion. The pool float you sat atop of was nothing out of the ordinary for a friend of Ben’s; it was a gigantic slice of pizza. Though it was definitely a bit juvenile, it was the perfect size and allowed you to lounge comfortably.

The atmosphere had you perfectly at ease, taking in the aspects of the nature that surrounded you. The landscape of the yard was in its prime, the brightest hues of color that shone with assistance from the sun above. City life had caused to you forget something as primal as birds chirping. It was the perfect score that accompanied your aimless lazing.

Your state of tranquility nearly had you drifting off into a blissful nap. That was until a drawn out whistle startled you. Ben was peering at you over the top of his sunglasses, eyeing you like his favorite meal that was bound to be devoured.

“There’s my favorite pizza topping.” Ben mused as he draped his towel over a chair at the patio table.

Your stunning boyfriend, with a physique that could rival Adonis, sported red swim trunks that hung low at his waist. It revealed his perfectly sculpted torso and tempting curves of his hip bones.

Even though your mouth was practically watering at the sight of him, you needed to play coy, even for just a little.

“Aw, how original…” You rolled your eyes after lifting your sunglasses from your eyes and setting them atop your head.

“I try.” Ben shrugged before squatting by the edge of the pool and hopping in the water. “I mean, cheesus christ… you’re just laying out here like a damn snack.”

You confidently tossed your hair over your shoulder and let out an airy laugh. “Oh, baby… I’m the whole ass meal. Don’t you forget it.”

Your ears could’ve tricked you, but you could’ve sworn that you heard Ben growl under his breath. He fought the force of the water and sauntered over to you in a hurried fashion.

“You know I pepperonly have eyes for you.” Ben confessed as he leaned on the float for leverage in order to kiss you.

You squealed loudly against his lips as you felt the float teeter, causing you to throw your arms around Ben’s neck.

“Are you crazy? Do you not know how the center of gravity works?”

“I - don’t have a pun for that one…” Ben admitted, pressing a kiss to your cheek and setting you back on the float carefully.

“If you want to get in a girl’s pants, you probably shouldn’t drown her...” You reached out to pry Ben’s lip from between his teeth when he grabbed your wrist.

“Really? This is coming from a girl who’s barely wearing bottoms to begin with…” Ben’s grip was firm but not forceful. “Do you really think I’m really going to let you get off with wearing this skimpy little number?”

“Ben…” You pouted slightly. “At yeast allow me to explain…”

The grin on Ben’s face was priceless. He let go on your wrist and moved his hand over your chest, fingers tweaking your nipple through the fabric of your swimsuit. You moaned softly, instinctively squeezing your thighs together.

Ben’s response was not a kind one; He chuckled lightly and ran his hand down your body, prying your thighs apart. Using his free hand, he steadied the pool float before beginning to adjust your body by tugging your legs over the side of the float.

“What’re you doing?” Your hands gripped the sides of the float nervously as Ben helped swivel your hips so you rested diagonally on the float.

“Eating. Now lie back.” Ben carefully guided you back against the pillowy plastic before gliding his hands back down your body to tug the bottom of your bikini off.

He unceremoniously threw them over his shoulder, having them land somewhere across the pool. Ben sunk down in the water, his hands never leaving the float to hold it in place, positioning himself between your thighs. When he rose from the water, your legs were draped over his shoulders with your core easily exposed to him.

“Ben…” You croaked nervously. You were silence as Ben licked a stripe from your entrance to your clit. His hand, the one that wasn’t keeping the float stable, took yours and laced his fingers through yours.

Ben sucked your clit between his lips, tongue carefully flicking against the sensitive nub. Your hand squeezed his tightly and he responded by caressing the back of your hand with his thumb and humming against your center.

“Fuck… baby -“ Your moans and whimpers were getting louder, and you involuntarily moved your hips against Ben’s mouth.

He continued to lap at your folds cruelly and you were aware that you were losing yourself quickly. You pushed the fabric of your bikini top aside and pinched your nipple between your fingers to try and ground yourself. You felt Ben’s hand leave yours, and before you could protest, his finger gently entered you with ease. You used both of your hands to tease yourself now, fighting the urge to come undone from Ben’s ministrations.

“You’re close.” Ben tone sounded patronizing, but it was probably because you were overcome with lust. Ben gave you another finger and crooked them in attempt to find your sweet spot.

“What was y-your first clue?” Your voice was weak and your face was flushed, with some strands of hair sticking to your forehead.

“Well for one, by the way your pussy’s clenching around my fingers.” Ben pointed out, laughing when you moaned in response. Ben continued to fuck you with his fingers and tease you with his mouth, hitting the perfect spot in no time.

“Ben— please…” You whispered your plea, your hips rocking in time with the thrust of his fingers.

He didn’t respond but he gave in easily, moving his fingers with vigor and working you over with his mouth. He didn’t stop even after you saw stars, moaning his name and closing his head between your legs.

You quaked slightly, causing the float to sway, and only then did Ben ease up. One hand halted the float as he pulled his fingers from you, licking the juices from them proudly.

“How was that?” Ben asked cockily.

You tugged him to you wrapping your arms around his neck as you did earlier, pulling him into a deep kiss. You did your best to haul him against your body and onto the float, but the float capcized and sent you two into the water. When you emerged from the water, Ben had his arms around your waist as you clung to him and you both were laughing.

“You were so adamant about not throwing the float off balance…” Ben shook his head and kissed you, pressing his forehead to yours.

“Yeah, well that’s before I needed you inside of me.” Your tongue prodded Ben’s lips eagerly in attempt to return the kiss with fervor.

Ben broke the kiss after a few moments and turned his head.

“Y’think we could try and do it on there?” Ben waggled his eyebrows.

You buried your face in his chest and shook your head.

“Aw, come on! Pretty please? Pretty please with extra cheese on top?”

“Absolutely not. We’ll never be able to stay on it. It a recipe for an edging disaster.” You shook your head but attached your lips to Ben’s neck, kissing along his skin up to his earlobe.

“Fine…” Ben gazed down at your and took your face in his hands. “Don’t worry babe… You still have a pizza my heart”

You scoffed and rolled your eyes, walking towards the pool ladder. You replaced the fabric of your swimsuit over your breasts and retrieved your bottoms before getting out of the pool. Ben sighed and ran a hand through his hair.

“Are you going to stand there all day? Or do you want a slice of my pie?” You wrapped a towel around yourself and walked towards the back door of the cottage.

Ben blushes and bit his lip, shaking his head to himself in disbelief.

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adambstingus · 7 years

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Tacky Things Everyone Needs To Stop Doing At Bachelorette Parties

WOOO WOOO WOOO! Its the no-fun police, and were here to ruin your bachelorette partyor, keep you from ruining it with your sometimes questionable taste in these things. Getting married is like, slightly scary, and the least you, the maid of honor or one of the top bridesmaids, can do is make it as amazing as possible for your soon-to-be married bestie. We arent sure how it started, but these parties celebrating the last round of slutty single behavior for a bride-to-be have gotten out of hand. Penis themed everything, weird outfits, over-scheduled days filled with drinks and food and activities plus other tacky shit has got to stop, and were here to lead you in the right direction.

1. Dont Make The Bride Pay For Shit

This is like, rule number one. Literally. If youre the one planning this monumental shit show, make sure all the other betches understand that the bride isnt paying for anything, be it drinks, hotel, or meals. The ONLY exception would be if the bridezilla in question is demanding a 5-star bachelorette party in Vegas; sister can pay for her own airfare in that case. But for the majority of the other shit, take care of your girl. Like, she has enough on her plate planning this funeral for her social life wedding of the century, so make sure everyone is FULLY aware ahead of time that being invited to this shit is an honor AND youre planning to financially support the brides extended blackout good time.

2. Be Sensitive To The Timing

Since the bride-to-be is going to be hella stressed with everything concerning her actual big day, make sure the bachelorette party is planned far enough in advance that she isnt on the phone with caterers and photographers putting finishing touches on shit while you’re all at boozy brunch. A good rule of thumb is to set the bachelorette party about a month or two before the wedding. That way, its far enough out from the big day that the bride can relax, but its close enough that the excitement is setting in.

3. Stop Over-scheduling

A bachelorette party does not need to have something scheduled every hour of every day youll be there. Like, definitely schedule a nice dinner, or have it on the radar to head to a wine tasting, but you want to have down time too. The bachelorette is sort of an excuse for everyone to get fucked up AND relax, so having a strict schedule to stick to is just going to stress everyone out more. Plus, nobody wants to be that girl with a clipboard at the winery, MONICA.

4. Chill With The Dicks

Yeah, dick tattoos and water bottles and gummies and shit are funny I guess, but sometimes its just like, too much. Definitely get a few hilarious dick itemslike gold tattoos or strawsbut dont go overboard. Its the same rule for bride sashes and tiaras: its cute for about an hour, then its just obnoxious.

5. You Dont Have To Black Out Every Night

Dont get me wronggoing out and getting fucked up as part of your bachelorette party is like, amazing. But getting blackout every night just ups the chances for Jen to throw up on a new friend, for Kalyn to get beer in her hair and sleep in itthus ruining the Airbnbs trust circleor for Sarah to cry-vomit and end up showing her future sisters-in-law her boobs without remembering it later. Like yeah, those incidents are hilarious, but you dont really want to relive them multiple times over the course of the bachelorette party. Aim for like, one night to be the shit show night, then take it sorta easy from there. Youll feel bettertrust us.

6. Stop Matching Outfits

Okay, hear me out: Having cutesy matching shirts that you wear for one activity one of the days is FINE. What tends to get a little obnoxious, though, is forcing all the girls to wear matching tanks, then matching dresses, then matching sunglasses, and matching sashes for every scheduled event/outing the entire trip. Like, relax. Everyone is using your wedding and subsequently paired activities as an excuse to hang out, drink, and chill. Dont make this weird by insisting everyone stick to a uniform. There will be enough of that when they have to put on those fug bridesmaids dresses.

7. Listen To The Bride

At the end of the day, this shit is for the bride and everything needs to, like, revolve around her. For my bachelorette, my betches knew I was obsessed with foodso we went to the top restaurants in Savannah. They know I love animals, so I got to drunkenly pet horses and dogs. Make it about her and what she wants. If you have a Debbie Downer who wants to sit with her arms crossed cause shes tired at the piano barlet her go back to the hotel. If the bride is happy, keep it that way. Dont let other selfish betches take the focus off your main bitch.

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Where To Eat Outside When It Might Randomly Rain

After a 17-month-long quarantine, Chicagoans are now able to sit outside and eat at a restaurant. But this is summer in Chicago - so while it might be 85 degrees and sunny when you order, by the time your check comes the patio might look like the set from White Squall.

So when it comes to finding a restaurant on a day when the forecast is iffy, use this guide. Each spot has outdoor dining with fully-covered tables so you and your food won’t turn into soggier, unhappier versions of yourselves.

The spots Sandy Noto (taken before shutdown) Paradise Park $ $ $ $ Pizza in Wicker Park $$$$ 1913 W North Ave

This pizza spot in Wicker Park has a covered outdoor area that’s decorated like a retro trailer park (yes, really - with pink flamingos and swingsets). And the fact that it’s temperature-controlled and covered means you can enjoy the crowd-pleasing pizzas and it doesn’t even need to be nice out. Plus, this place is dog friendly.

Homeslice $ $ $ $ American , Pizza in Lincoln Park $$$$ 938 W. Webster Ave.

Homeslice in Lincoln Park has spent a lot of time curating its outdoor space. There are big, comfortable couches with lots of space, and light-up signs that remind you, ”No Mask, No Pizza.” The patio goes to extreme lengths to make sure it’s still functional and comfortable even during the rain - it’s covered in plastic and temperature controlled. So that plus the masks makes it feel a little bit like eating in a tent from Outbreak, but with more swing sets.

Truth Italian Restaurant $$$$ 56 E Pershing Rd

The large outdoor space at Black-owned Truth Italian is perfect for a date, and the covered patio means you can’t use the weather as an excuse to cancel. Also worth noting - this place serves a fantastic breakfast (with lots of french toast variations) seven days a week, and their long mimosa menu makes it ideal for a boozy weekend brunch.

Joni Jones Recess $ $ $ $ American , Bar Food $$$$ 838 W Kinzie St

Recess in the West Loop is a theme bar, and the theme is basically “City Hall,” which means menus are made to look like municipal forms, and cocktails have names like the “Alderman’s Choice.” The drinks and food are tasty (with bites like sliders and pigs in a blanket), and the outdoor space is huge (14,500 square feet), which includes tables situated inside repurposed shipping containers. It’s a great place for just hanging out, or talking about the second season of The Wire. You know the one.

Christina Slaton Bernie's $ $ $ $ American , Mediterranean in River North $$$$ 660 N Orleans St

Bernie’s is one of our favorite rooftops in the city, and they just expanded their awning. So they still take reservations even when it rains, and more importantly, your hair won’t get wet. Also important? They have one of our favorite burgers in Chicago.

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Next $$$$ 953 W Fulton Market

OK - so you’re probably not coming to this tasting-menu restaurant because it’s raining and you just want to eat outside. But if you want to plan a special occasion dinner, you can make reservations for Next’s covered patio without worrying about the weather. This place is known for its frequently changing menus, and right now the theme is “Mexico City” with prices ranging from $185-$205 per person.

Taken before shutdown Homestead on the Roof $ $ $ $ American in Noble Square , Ukrainian Village , West Town $$$$ 1924 W Chicago Ave

A lot of restaurants talk about serving “farm to table” food, but Homestead On The Roof takes it a few steps further - they grow their own vegetables and herbs in their rooftop garden. And during the summer, that garden doubles as a tented-outdoor seating area. Come here if your date really likes to know where their basil was sourced from, or if you’re the type of couple who gave out sunflower seeds as a wedding favor.

Christina Slaton (taken before shutdown) The Promontory $ $ $ $ American in Hyde Park $$$$ 5311 S Lake Park West

This spot is from the same people as Dusek’s/Thalia Hall in Pilsen, but Promontory has a huge outdoor patio. And there is a big difference this year - instead of serving food, they have food trucks parked outside. They still have wine, beer, and cocktails, but this way you can still get something to eat to go along with your drink order. Or you can bring your own takeout to eat on the patio instead.

Sandy Noto (taken before shutdown) Saint Lou's Assembly $ $ $ $ American in Fulton Market , West Loop $$$$ 664 West lake Street

The West Loop is full of brand new restaurants, so it’s not surprising if you forgot about Saint Lou’s Assembly's enclosed (and slightly hidden) patio. The backyard has a large covered area with picnic benches, and an outdoor bar so you never have to go inside. Plus, the upscale cafeteria-style food (like meatloaf and sides) and small plates like foie gras with biscuits make Saint Lou’s someplace that should always be in your rotation - raining or not.

Susie Lacocque (taken before shutdown) Frontier $ $ $ $ American in Noble Square $$$$ 1072 N Milwaukee Ave

The partially-covered outdoor area at Frontier will protect you from the elements, which is more than we can say about the poor pioneers that lived on the actual frontier. And while you will find things like antelope and water buffalo on the menu, thankfully their commitment to the theme stops there since pioneers didn’t have hand sanitizer. Or air conditioning.

Sandy Noto (taken before shutdown) Beatnik $ $ $ $ American , Spanish , Mediterranean , Fusion in West Town $$$$ 1604 W Chicago Ave

Right now Beatnik is allowing diners to eat in their garden room, which qualifies as “outdoor dining” because even though it’s inside, the windows fully open. It looks (and feels) like a hybrid of a ’90s metal ballad and a Wes Anderson film, which makes it a pretty interesting place to drink cocktails and share some small plates.

Summer House Santa Monica $ $ $ $ American , Cafe/Bakery in Lincoln Park $$$$ 1954 N Halsted St

Summer House keeps a literal “countdown to summer” on their wall, so it’s not surprising they have a covered sunroom that’s open for dining. Coming here can feel depressing during our endless winter, but it’s perfect in the middle of July.

Sandy Noto (taken before shutdown) Stella Barra $ $ $ $ American , Pizza in Lincoln Park $$$$ 1954 N Halsted St

This is the sister-restaurant to Summer House and it’s right next door. The all-season back courtyard of Stella Barra is open and airy, with a retractable roof that helps keep bad Chicago weather out.

3 Arts Club Cafe $ $ $ $ American , Cafe/Bakery in Gold Coast $$$$ 1300 N. Dearborn St.

3 Arts Club Cafe is less of an outdoor space and more of a large-scale terrarium to prepare us for when we need to finally leave Earth. It’s a huge space with a glass ceiling and lots of full-size trees surrounding the tables. Come to the all-day cafe for breakfast or lunch (with dishes like soft-scrambled eggs and truffled grilled cheese) and discuss important things like what you’re going to pack for your new life on Mars.

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Boston’s Top Restaurant Standbys of 2017: Waypoint, Chilacates, and More

Local food writers discuss their regular haunts of this past year

As is Eater’s annual tradition, we’re closing out 2017 by surveying local food writers (including our own staff and contributors) on various restaurant-related topics, and we’re publishing their responses in these final days of the year. Readers, please feel free to chime in with your own thoughts in the comment section below.

Keep an eye on the Year in Eater archive page for other stories in this series.

Today’s first question: What were your top restaurant standbys of 2017? (See the 2016 responses here.)

MC Slim JB, restaurant critic for The Improper Bostonian:

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Banh mi at Little Donkey

“With 24 full-length Improper Bostonian reviews and a big chunk of the Boston’s Best food/drink and bar/club awards to write up every year, I don’t get to my favorite restaurants as much as I’d like, but I still dined widely outside of my professional research this year. I had the opportunity to do a lot of daytime exploring of Boston’s northwestern suburbs, an undersung culinary treasure trove.

Woburn has incredible Shaanxi hand-pulled noodles at Gene’s Chinese Flatbread, good fast-food Coney Island dogs at WuBurger, nice-priced Brazilian barbecue at Tuda Na Brasa, fine vegan Asian at Bayberry Café, and quality pork gyros at Olympia Grille.

Burlington has the awesome Sichuan Gourmet, the bargain-deluxe H-Mart food court, delectable Korean barbecue at New Jang Su, terrific vegetarian South Indian at Ritu Ki Rasoi, and for celebrations, the new Island Creek Oyster Bar.

Arlington has great sushi at Toraya, brilliant Thai at Thana, amazing tacos at La Victoria, lovely Persian kababs at Sabzi, and creditable Turkish at Pasha (love their döner).

Lexington has great Punjabi at Royal India, solid Taiwanese at Taipei Gourmet, and terrific French crepes and imported groceries at MA France.

In Waltham, I hit the genius Moody’s Deli, Taquería El Amigo, and Gustazo Cuban on the regular.

Weather permitting, I like the lakeside Fred’s Franks truck in Wakefield for a shnurble (charcoal-grilled hot dog and Portuguese chouriço with slaw on a good bun) al fresco.

At night back in the city, I kept returning to hallowed haunts like Erbaluce, Estragon, J.J. Foley’s Café in the South End, Dumpling Café, Peach Farm, The Hawthorne, Drink, and Backbar, as well as newer favorites like Bar Mezzana, SRV, and Little Donkey.”

Marc Hurwitz, founder of Boston’s Hidden Restaurants and Boston Restaurant Talk, restaurant critic for Dig Boston, and more:

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Cheddar and bacon tots at Cagney’s

“As always, I try so many places that it’s sometimes hard to have any real go-to spots, but this year I did frequent Joe Sent Me in Cambridge (great wings, burgers, and fries), Cagney’s in Quincy (a dive/not dive that has outstanding pub grub and lots of local beers), and Massimo’s in Wakefield (friendly people, excellent pasta dishes).”

Jenna Pelletier, food editor of Boston Magazine:

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Yellowtail crudo at Bar Mezzana

“Yvonne’s, Bar Mezzana, Waypoint, Sarma, Uni, Hojoko, the Table at Season to Taste.”

Jacqueline Cain, associate food editor of Boston Magazine:

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Sausage pizza at Brewer’s Fork

“Parlor Sports is, as ever, the little sports bar that could. Watching several uninspiring U.S. men’s soccer games there in 2017, with a fellow regular’s F*** TRUMP soccer scarf hanging prominently under the ‘Refugees Welcome Here’ sign, made not qualifying for the World Cup ever so slightly less painful.

But I also moved away from Camberville in the fall — sob! — so my new local is the lovely Brendan Behan pub. My move has been picking up a burrito at Chilacates —another 2017 standby — but I just learned Eat More, Mexican! pops up there regularly with El Paso-style burritos, so I’ll be taking more advantage of that in 2018.

I also absolutely love Vee Vee and have been by several times to take advantage of their top-notch beer list and snacks liked deviled eggs and manchego potato croquettes.

Flour’s newest location on Dalton Street location is the BEST work lunch option. Love Parlor Ice Cream Co. popping up with frequency in Allston all year. Other perennial favorites are Brewer’s Fork, Row 34, and Render Coffee.”

Catherine Smart, contributor to the Boston Globe and cast member of Milk Street TV:

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Cafe Sushi

“Waypoint is my favorite any-time dinner spot right now. It’s fun, and festive, and open late. Do not miss the addictive crab fries or clam pizza. Close your eyes and point at the cocktail menu; you’re bound to pick something wonderful.

Cafe Sushi. It’s embarrassing how long it took me to get here, and now I dream about their pressed oshi-zushi and sparkling mackerel. This place is like a black cashmere sweater that’s always the right fit; it’s equally good for a casual weekday lunch or dressed up for date night.

Cantina La Mexicana has been a standby since my husband and I moved to Somerville a decade ago back when it was a small taqueria. This year they’ve really improved their cocktail game, while the food has remained delicious and affordable. Plus, they are super kid-friendly, and my toddler loves the refried beans almost as much as I love the rellenos and margaritas.”

Sam Hiersteiner, contributor to the Boston Globe and more:

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Ramen at Little Big Diner

“For when no one is looking: Wegman’s Chinese food hot bar.

For uproarious good warm times: Alden & Harlow, Waypoint, Sarma, Smoke Shop, Row 34, all of Portland, Maine.

For quick and casual: Chilacates, Saloniki, Bon Me, Mei Mei.

For lil’ toddler CJ’s pleasures: Little Big Diner, Clover Food Lab, Eventide Fenway.

For every time my wife goes out of town: Sichuan Gourmet House.

For long boozy lunch: Coppa.”

Dan Whalen, blogger at The Food in my Beard and author of upcoming cookbook Tots!:

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Paella at Toro

“I think I answer this question the same every year, but for me it will always be Toro and Coppa. In September I moved walking distance to Toro, which is a dangerously awesome thing. Island Creek Oyster Bar will also always be a standby for me, and I even went to their Burlington location this year and was happy to see the formula remaining strong in the suburbs.”

Dana Hatic, associate editor of Eater Boston:

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Bialy from Bagelsaurus

“I’m a creature of habit, so some of my 2016 responses hold true this year, including Punjabi Dhaba and Lamplighter Brewing/Longfellows, along with Bagelsaurus. I’ve expanded my standby burrito places (from El Pelon in Fenway and Olecito in Inman Square) to include Habanero on Brighton Avenue in Allston, and I will make the trip to Washington Square for some comfort food at Stoked any time.”

Alex Wilking, contributor to Eater Boston:

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A brunch option at Burro Bar

“I have quickly become a regular at Burro Bar’s new-ish weekend brunch in Brookline. It’s incredibly inventive and affordable food, with top-notch service to boot. At this point, I’m always ordering either the smoked salmon eggs benny or the stacked chicken milanese sandwich.

I still can’t say enough kind words about Coreanos Allston, either. I probably order from there at least once a week.”

Rachel Leah Blumenthal, editor of Eater Boston:

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Pear pavlova at Cafe ArtScience

“Most of my standbys are right in my neighborhood (Union Square, Somerville) — which I guess is unsurprising, considering the very nature of a ‘standby.’ I often find myself at Juliet, Ebi Sushi, Backbar, and, increasingly, the new and fantastic Field & Vine. And Casa B, always a favorite spot, has entered into even more frequent rotation now that the street-level dining room has been revamped into a cocktail bar. Taso Papatsoris and his crew are doing magical things at that bar. And for an easy weekday lunch, a quick stop into Capone Foods for a sandwich does the trick.

Just a little beyond Union, Highland Kitchen will always be on my standby list, and I’m also loving its new sibling, Highland Fried.

Over in Kendall, Cafe ArtScience is my go-to for cocktails — Tenzin Conechok Samdois a genius. Dessert’s great, too. Tip: Grab a drink and a snack (some duck fat fries, perhaps?) at Commonwealth, followed by a drink (or two) and a dessert (or two) at ArtScience, a very short walk away. Solid night. And the other side of Kendall is making me happy these days, too. I fit in a number of visits to Mamaleh’s, Smoke Shop, Cafe du Pays, and The Automatic this year.

Nearby, the Central Square edge of MIT is on fire these days, and I squeeze in visits to Pagu, Saloniki, and Abide as often as I can.

Elsewhere in Cambridge, there are a few spots that I wouldn’t call standbys yet just because I haven’t been there enough times, but I see them easily becoming standbys in 2018: weird and wonderful little basement haunt Upperwest, which I’m ashamed I didn’t try until late this year, over a year after it opened; Pammy’s, which mixes stellar hospitality with a really pretty space and outstanding Italian-ish food; and Momi Nonmi, which has totally won me over in Inman Square in its first few months. Especially for late-night sake and snacks.

I don’t really cross the river with enough frequency to get in regular visits to many Boston proper spots, but I do have a few tried-and-trues up my sleeve, such as Haley.Henry and Gene’s Chinese Flatbread Cafe.”

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samanthasroberts · 7 years

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Tacky Things Everyone Needs To Stop Doing At Bachelorette Parties

1. Dont Make The Bride Pay For Shit

2. Be Sensitive To The Timing

3. Stop Over-scheduling

4. Chill With The Dicks

5. You Dont Have To Black Out Every Night

6. Stop Matching Outfits

7. Listen To The Bride

Source: http://allofbeer.com/2017/10/27/tacky-things-everyone-needs-to-stop-doing-at-bachelorette-parties/

from All of Beer https://allofbeer.wordpress.com/2017/10/27/tacky-things-everyone-needs-to-stop-doing-at-bachelorette-parties/

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technicallymedia · 7 years

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Meet Aileen Connolly: an interview with Technical.ly’s Business Coordinator

[It seems like] you’ve been to every restaurant in the city. If you opened one yourself, what kind would it be? What would it specialize in? Atmosphere? Does it serve brunch? Bottomless or BYOB?

If I opened a restaurant it would definitely specialize in Italian food, it ever so slightly trumps my obsession w Mexican food. the prize item on the menu would be an eggplant parm with the most thinly sliced eggplant you could possibly imagine, that's SFG [so f-ing good] it could pass for a dish with meat. atmosphere is industrial, candle-lit, and def BYOB because I am a huge proponent of philly's BYO scene.

~never thought about that before lolz~

What percentage of philadelphia's population do you know personally?

Roughly 40% on a good day, 50% if i'm at the right event.

We want the secrets to your wardrobe. Best shopping?

I shared this in the ladies channel a few weeks ago and gave away some of my secrets a little early...but I’m a big fan of nordstrom rack, bloomie's outlet, zara, anthro, madewell, H&M if you look carefully. I used to purchase fast fashion way too often so I cut back my shopping a ton and only buy something if I LOVE it now. sometimes that means I see something, like it a lot, make myself leave the store, and if I can't stop thinking about it I go back. that's how I found my fave piece of clothing, an alpaca/cashmere blend sweater that you'll catch me in on days when I wanna feel like a bosssss.

Best day of work at Technically Media so far?

Definitely all team day. I had never experienced anything like that in my professional career thus far, and with me being about 3 months in at TM, it was a great day where I got to meet some out of market folks and experience our team in a different way. 2nd best was when i closed my first presenting sponsor for PTW17 because i felt like i was really coming into my own here.

If you produce sons, will they go to St. Joes Prep?

My dad went to archmere but has a very real obsession with the prep and likely has already started a savings account for my nonexistent children to attend so that he can start attending....grandfathers club meetings. probably not a thing now but he would totally start that club.

How did you meet Shamus?

Shamus and I met while helping a mutual friend move out of her apt when we were in our junior year of college...he caught my eye while i was laying around pretending to pick up hangers and he was doing all the heavy lifting. cue a few text messages sent between friends on our flip phones [lol 2010], a facebook message that said 'hey'...an arranged going out night and there you have it

Cont… Spanish language?

spanish, or italian - i took 8 years of spanish, 4 years of italian, 6 years of latin and 3 of portuguese! i love words and languages.

How good are you at personal finance planning and if so what advice do you have?

I actually heavily rely on Shamus's finance know-how for saving and planning. he's better with numbers than i am in that way. i guess a minor in econ will do that for you. we're in the process of moving right now so we've been talking about this a lot and....spreadsheets are everything!!!

Living with your disdain of ketchup, what do you dip your french fries in?

I just can't stomach ketchup. i'll do honey mustard, or i love a good chipotle mayo. garlic aioli if you can get it

What is Aileen doing in 10 years?

In ten years i've advanced in my career to manage people and support their career growth; i'd also like to have my own consulting business on the side. i own a home, and i likely have a few tots crawlin' around

Why sales at a media company? what about the industry compels you to continue working for news organizations rather than idk, more lucrative industries

I started in media because of my love of language, and i find it a really rewarding industry to be able to work in and contribute to. while i'm all about #deals and greatly want success in my career, i feel like i can really get behind the purpose of sales as a means to supporting media/journalism especially in niche communities

Favorite word in Spanish?

I've never been able to decide on a single word in Spanish, but my favorite phrase is from my time in granada: Dale limosna mujer, que no hay en la vida nada como la pena de ser ciego en Granada

What are you most looking forward to about being a wife and what will you miss most about your life, pre-engagement.

I'm most looking forward to starting a new phase of our relationship together. we've been together for 7 years and there's something exciting and scary and exhilarating about something new, about the fact that marriage is [if all goes according to plan] permanent!!!! what i'll miss most is already happening rn, living w my roommates.

What superlative DID you get or SHOULD you have gotten in high school yearbook?

We didn't do superlatives at the mater, but i feel like if i had to think of one for myself it would be, most low-key sarcastic.

What are you already great at in sales? And what do you most want to keep developing?

i'm great at follow through and keeping myself on track to follow up with people so they don't forget us - even one final email when you ahvent heard from someone can result in closing. i want to get better at thinking outside of the box/off the shelf to really help our partners in a customized way if we don't already offer what they might need

Think in the future, when you're a grizzled ol' sales hand and you're giving advice to some youngster entering the game. What's your first piece of wisdom?

first piece of wisdom: always always always listen first. you never get anywhere by talking about yourself

What's your perfect Sunday?

Perfect sunday: wake up around 930 or so, sit and have a cup of really good coffee with a pastry from la boulangerie. take my nephews to the park and maybe watch a little finding nemo. give 'em back. boozy afternoon brunch with my gal pals. hang out at home and do a little reading, which i dont do enough. make dinner with shamus and open a nice bottle of red before GOT!

What's your signature dance move and karaoke song? And what song do you want played when you're introduced to the world as Mrs Shamus?

Signature dance move is def all in the vein of mom dancing....there are way too many photos of me finger pointing - also, i randomly really love no letting go by wayne wonder so that might very well be our intro song lol. karaoke - like a prayer

If there was a highlight reel of your work at TM so far. What's something that would be in it?

It would probably start off with a slow pan of me singing karaoke at all team day. then shoot to me on nonstop PTW calls in Jan/Feb, going into a scene where it's just me in hubspot moving deals across the board

What's something we do well at TM? What's a GROW, something we can strive to do better?

I think we do a really good job of communicating as a team. something that could be a grow would be using our networks more on the business side to find new connects and help TM grow!

What’s your favorite thing to cook?

I did a cooking class at this tiny little byo in East Falls last year and came out of it w my 2 fave recipes: an eggplant rollatini and a vanilla bean panna cotta w homemade raspberry drizzle

Is there a certain aha moment when clients really see how much we can help them?

I love seeing clients at events and hearing their positive feedback in person which often leads to them saying, what's next? what else can we do? i think it's always a risk for anyone to sign up to sponsor an event and when we can deliver IRL it's such a great feeling

What is your fave thing about being an aunt?

Fave thing is feeling this crazy amount of love for these tiny humans and watching this little person start to form a personality. giving them back is also a good feeling. #notready

What movie title best describes your life?

The Princess Diaries

What’s an answer to a question that you wanted someone to ask, but they didn’t?

answer is: Parasailing 200 feet off the ground in southern Spain

#aileen connolly #sales

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instantdeerlover · 4 years

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The LA Delivery Guide For A Big Night In (1) added to Google Docs

The LA Delivery Guide For A Big Night In (1)

Even during quarantine, life events like anniversaries, birthdays, or simply making it through another week without losing your mind still need to be celebrated. And sometimes, it just feels f*cking good to treat yourself. So when the time comes for a big night in, arm yourself with the restaurants that’ll rise to the occasion. From sushi omakase to prix-fixe menus to prime rib dinners, here are 14 spots where you can go big without ever leaving your house.

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Featured In The Ultimate LA Delivery & Takeout Guide Check out all our guides the spots Bestia $ $ $ $ Italian in Arts District , Downtown LA $$$$ 2121 E. 7th Pl. 9.1 /10

After two major fallouts last week, you and your quarantine-mate just successfully went seven days without a single spat. Treat yourself with Bestia. The seminal Italian restaurant in the Arts District is currently doing a $49 per person set menu every Wednesday-Sunday. The exact menu changes weekly, but just know that whether you get slow-grilled lamb neck, beet ravioli, or house-made prosciutto, it’s going to be fantastic. Keep an eye on their Instagram for weekly menu updates and order here for pick-up.

Birdie G’s $ $ $ $ American in Santa Monica $$$$ 2421 Michigan Ave 8.4 /10

With a takeout menu that includes everything from matzo ball soup to whole roast chicken to chocolate layer cake, a meal from Birdie G’s feels like a celebration - whether there is one or not. The comfort food spot in Santa Monica is currently open for both takeout and delivery every day of the week, so no need to wait until the weekend for your big night in.

Order delivery Bone Kettle $ $ $ $ Fusion , Indonesian in Pasadena $$$$ 67 N Raymond Ave 8.1 /10

Downtown Pasadena is no stranger to upscale restaurants, but Bone Kettle stands out from the crowd with one of the most interesting menus in the neighborhood. It leans Southeast Asian, but with dishes that range from nasi goreng to oxtail dumplings to ramen burritos, it certainly covers a lot of ground. And right now, it’s all available for takeout and delivery. That said, if you’re in the market to throw-down tonight, go for one of their four-course family feasts instead. Ranging from $35-45 per person, they come with everything from Singaporean lobster to crab fried rice to lychee lemonade.

Cassia $ $ $ $ Southeast Asian in Santa Monica $$$$ 1314 7th St 8.5 /10

With your vacation to Singapore officially in the “maybe next year” folder, it’s time to raise everybody’s morale and order a feast from Cassia. The upscale Southeast Asian restaurant in Santa Monica has an excellent menu filled with staples like beef rendang, kaya toast, and a bowl of laksa that we think about at least once a day. If you have more than two people to feed tonight, spring for one of their family meal packages that range from $110-280 and feed up to 12 people. Both takeout and delivery are available.

Order delivery Chengdu Taste $ $ $ $ Chinese in Alhambra $$$$ 828 W Valley Blvd 8.7 /10

In reality, nothing major happened to you this week, but at least you’re still upright - and that’s cause for a celebration. Call up Chengdu Taste. The iconic Sichuan spot in Alhambra is one of LA’s (and America’s) best Chinese restaurants, and has a huge menu filled with intense, boldly flavored dishes that’ll stay on your mind - and lips - for days. Yes, dishes like mapo tofu and boiled fish in green pepper sauce are quite spicy, but the trick is to mix in a few milder plates, like the sliced beef and dan dan noodles, to balance it all out. Available for delivery and takeout.

Order delivery Kali $ $ $ $ American in Hancock Park , Hollywood , Larchmont $$$$ 5722 Melrose Ave 8.2 /10

You tried to cook a progressive dinner last week and it only resulted in both you and your spouse getting progressively ruder towards each other. Let’s not do that again. Instead, head over to Kali, which has recently reopened for takeout only. The underrated prix-fixe spot on Melrose is currently offering a nine-course set menu for $59 per person that includes crudo, ribeye, panna cotta, and even their famous black barley risotto. It’s a very good value, especially considering you didn’t have to bring up old dirt on your husband to eat it.

Order delivery Lawry's The Prime Rib $ $ $ $ Steaks in Beverly Hills $$$$ 100 N LA Cienega Blvd 8.0 /10

Nothing says “You f*cking did it!” like a big slab of meat - and the cuts of beef don’t get much more epic than the ones at Lawry’s. The Beverly Hills original is home to a legendary prime rib dinner that comes with your choice of cut (get the Lawry’s Cut), plus spinning salad, Yorkshire pudding, and mashed potatoes. Throw in a few house-made cocktails and a side of the best creamed spinach in the world, and your night of celebration is set. Available for takeout and delivery.

Pasjoli $ $ $ $ French in Santa Monica $$$$ 2732 Main St 8.8 /10

When Pasjoli opened last year in Santa Monica, it immediately became our go-to spot when we wanted to treat ourselves (or impress the sh*t out somebody). And in quarantine, it’s still that spot. The upscale French spot has moved away from their regular menu and are now doing different set meals every day of the week. Keep an eye on their Instagram for the latest, but expect everything from Sunday chicken dinners to midweek Cambodian feasts. Available for pick-up only.

Rustic Canyon $ $ $ $ American in Santa Monica $$$$ 1119 Wilshire Blvd. 8.6 /10

Celebrating an anniversary in quarantine might feel strange, but it’s important to do it anyway - not to mention easier, now that Rustic Canyon has reopened for takeout only. Right now, the classic Santa Monica restaurant is offering a four-course family meal for $49 per person that includes pasta, dessert, and - as always is the case with Rustic Canyon - plenty of fresh vegetables. The menu changes weekly, so keep an eye on their Instagram for the latest updates.

Scratch Bar & Kitchen $ $ $ $ Experimental in Encino $$$$ 16101 Ventura Blvd Ste 255 8.5 /10

Scratch Bar has been one of our favorite prix-fixe restaurants in LA for a while, and though you obviously can’t take part in the immersive dining experience first-hand right now, they’ve officially reopened for takeout only. The menu will change weekly, but you can generally expect a three-course meal for $49 per person that includes a protein of your choice, a bunch of vegetables, and dessert. If you want to get a little boozy tonight, they’re also selling wine, beer, and liquor at additional prices.

Spago $ $ $ $ American , Fusion in Beverly Hills $$$$ 176 N Canon Dr 8.2 /10

Sure, half the fun of eating at Spago is watching A-list celebrities getting hammered on prosecco, but the fact is this Beverly Hills classic has some pretty tasty food as well. Right now, they’re offering nightly takeout and delivery specials that range from fried chicken night on Wednesdays to Sunday brunch service, plus regular favorites like their iconic salmon pizza. If you miss the celebrities, just do what we do - print out photos and tape them to every chair at the table.

Sushi Note $ $ $ $ Wine Bar , Sushi in Sherman Oaks $$$$ 13447 Ventura Blvd 8.8 /10

Is the reopening of a specific restaurant reason enough for a big night in? When the restaurant is Sushi Note, the answer is yes. The tremendous sushi/wine bar in Sherman Oaks recently reopened their doors for takeout and delivery, offering both a regular menu with a la carte sushi, rolls, and appetizers, as well as their Half Note omakase (eight pieces of premium sushi, two appetizers, and a cut roll for $45). Tip: Do the latter and then throw in a kiniko itame (sauteed mushrooms) appetizer on the side.

��Order delivery Sushi Park $ $ $ $ Sushi in West Hollywood $$$$ 8539 W Sunset Blvd #20 9.5 /10

In a city filled with world-class sushi, this tiny spot inside a West Hollywood strip mall is still top of the class in our eyes. That said, anyone who’s ever eaten at Sushi Park knows you’re going to have to pay for it - to the tune of about $250 per person. But right now, they’re offering a slightly paired-down omakase for $100. Named “Peter’s Choice,” it features more than 16 courses, including eight pieces of fish, sashimi, a cut roll, baked sea bass, wagyu beef, and more. Order takeout here

Union $ $ $ $ Pasta , Italian in Pasadena $$$$ 37 E Union St 8.9 /10

You finally found the inspiration to exercise in some capacity every day this week, and that calls for only one thing - pasta night. While you have good choices all over town, tonight calls for the best, so head to Union. The Pasadena Italian spot has a regular a la carte menu filled with dishes like cacio e pepe and squid ink lumache, or you can just spring for the $64 spaghetti and meatball family meal instead. Whatever you choose, your body will certainly thank you. Available for both delivery and takeout.

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instantdeerlover · 4 years

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The LA Delivery Guide For A Big Night In added to Google Docs

The LA Delivery Guide For A Big Night In