Star chef gets an encore: James Beard Award winner Michael Schlow becomes a Boston legend at his downtown power spot radiusclosed in 2013. He returns to the local fine dining scene. Seamark Seafood & Cocktails and a cocktail bar old wife’s story Encore Boston Harbor offers what he calls a pier-to-plate menu. At first glance, you’ll find lobster spaghetti fra diavolo, spicy seafood stew, and traditional Maine lobster rolls (yes, with mayonnaise). He also serves the infamous Schlowburger, topped with cheddar cheese, crispy onions, and horseradish. Opening Friday, April 12th. 1 Broadway, Everett; www.seamarkencore.com
pastry with pedigree: Monica Glass, once named Best New Pastry Chef Food & Wine teams up with prolific restaurateur Ken Oringer (coppa, Faccia and Faccia, little donkey, Toro) open Verbeine Cafe & Bakery In the coming weeks.The origin of glass Gotham Bar & Grill and le bernardin in New York City. She got her start as a pastry chef with Olinger. Clio. Hopefully, he can recreate the magic at this 24-seat spot and serve next-level treats like fried strawberry chamomile donuts, fluffy purple ube brownies, black sesame croissants, and kimchi he egg cheddar danishes. I hope you will. 298 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, www.verveinecafe.com
Refined Italian cuisine prepared by famous chefs: Jody Adams (rialto Return to Dining at the Grand Hotel (at the Charles Hotel) La Padrona At the glamorous skyscraper Raffles Hotel & Residences. Her newest base is her two-story home, modeled after an Italian villa, with her first-floor lounge and her second-floor dining room. Executive chef Amaryllis Colon comes from Adams’ coastal Italian Back Bay restaurant. porto. Scheduled to open in May, it will serve dishes such as paccheri, clams, and whipped ricotta cheese with dried peppers, honey, and balsamic vinegar. 40 Trinity Place, Boston, www.raffles.com
Seaport Spice and Sus: It’s always a party. Citrus & Salt Thanks to the sociable chef Jason Santos.he moves from back bay to old place oak & rowan A space that serves California-Mexican fusion cuisine. This space is even larger, with a patio and private dining room, as well as a lounge in the back room. He plans to add more raw bar food and ceviches to the menu, as well as a late-night taco lineup on Tuesdays. It will open at the end of April. 319 A St., Boston, www.citrusandsaltboston.com
Central Square outdoor hangout: Viale Duo Shawna Rayburn and Greg Reeves replace The Dial Althea, A relaxing hangout designed for summer fun. The highlight is the “Backyard Party” patio with live music and a grill. The menu is classic American cuisine with a twist. He seats 70 in the dining room, and another 100 outside. “We’re really excited about making the lamb ribs and barbecue duck corn crepes, and we’re really looking forward to smoking a bunch of vegetables,” says Reeves. Look for it in April. 907 Main St., Cambridge; www.vialerestaurant.com
A higher-grade dive bar that is attracting attention: Brookline Village Thai Sensation mahanyom welcome brothers Melai During April. “Merai” means “alcohol,” so you can expect a lively bar scene (the restaurant is currently hosting a restaurant preview pop-up) off suit Located in the Leather District, it promises a stylish yet dive-like bar experience. ) The food menu features a variety of Thai flavors. Co-owner Smuch His Sai Kham Sohn is most excited to serve his lee of sautéed prawns in a creamy yellow curry. 14 Harvard St., Brookline, www.instagram.com/merai.bar
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