Does ‘Minority Nightlife’ Get a Bad Rap?

Veteran club deejay Vince Adams (a.k.a. DJ VA) writes an open letter to defend Chicago's minority nightlife scene. (Photo: Vince Adams)Vince Adams (a.k.a. DJ VA) has worked Chicago's night spots as well as a number of clubs around the country since the mid-1990s.If you've ever frequented the likes of...

September 2nd, 2010 | Chicago | Read More

Dumpling Cafe Opens on the Edge of Boston’s Chinatown

A new restaurant has opened on the western edge of Boston's Chinatown neighborhood, and its focus is on Chinese and Taiwanese food, including dumplings and buns.According to the eatery's menu, Dumpling Cafe on Washington Street features dumplings such as beef and cabbage, pork and leek, and Taiwan style...

September 2nd, 2010 | Boston | Read More

One Last Hurrah!

Face it. There wasn't that much to complain about when it came to the weather this summer. Most days were filled with sunshine and spectacular warmth, allowing us to indulge in alfresco drinking and dining anytime we wanted.And though it's a bit gloomy as we go into the homestretch of Labor Day Weekend—the...

September 2nd, 2010 | Chicago | Read More

OpenTable’s Top 50 Picks for Restaurants with Scenic Views Includes Seaglass Restaurant in Salisbury

A national online restaurant reservations provider has just come out with its 2010 Diners' Choice awards for restaurants with the most scenic views, and a Massachusetts dining spot is on the list.According to an article on the MarketWatch site, the Seaglass Restaurant and Lounge in Salisbury has been...

September 1st, 2010 | Boston | Read More

‘Yelpers’ Review Yet-Opened Grahamwich

Just a couple of days ago, we were giddy because chef Graham Elliot finally unveiled a rendering of his highly anticipated Grahamwich, which is set to open in River North.No actual opening date has been disclosed yet, but mysteriously the restaurant somehow has two "reviews" already on the Yelp site:...

September 1st, 2010 | Chicago | Read More