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Our eighth anniversary seemed like the perfect time to have a farewell dinner at Hamersley’s Bistro in Boston’s South End. This spot has been an institution in the city for the 27 years it has been opened, and it will certainly be missed. Classics like this don’t come along often, and along with places like Icarus, Hamersley’s helped to define the South End as a dining destination. Gordon Hamersley, in his signature cap, is so well known and loved around the city. . . let’s hope his future continues to include gracing Bostonians with inspired cuisine and perfect wine pairings!

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{Hamersley’s Bistro patio}

Commanderie de Peyrassol

{Cheers! Commanderie de Peyrassol rosé wine – pure summer in a bottle}

pork rillette

{Pork Rillettes with Figs and Raspberry Vinegar}

bluefish

{Blackened Bluefish with Horseradish-Infused Beet Slaw and Smoky Maine Shrimp Butter}

Hamersley's roast chicken

{The famous Hamersley’s roast chicken! We had to have it, and I want to learn to make it!}

strawberry shortcake

{Strawberry Shortcake with Whipped Cream, Caramel and Aged Balsamic Glaze}

 

Hamersley’s Bistro was the perfect choice to toast to eight years married (11 years together!). Wishing Gordon and Fiona Hamersley the absolute best in their future!

Tags: Boston, Food, Restaurants, South End

Some people are talking about how summer is almost over. While they are actually wrong, and the season changes the third week in September (and boat season goes a month AFTER that) it seems like many people are in a hurry to get on with autumn. I have seen Halloween candy in stores, and at work we are planning Christmas events.

I, on the other hand, am enjoying each simple bite of this season, including seafood enjoyed by the sea. When my family visited a few weeks ago, we all went out to Quincy to Tony’s Clam Shop, where we feasted on all sorts of seafood dishes.

steamers

I have had constant cravings for steamers, so I polished these off without assistance. I love the sweet and briny flavors and the hot buttery finish of steamers.

fried seafood at Tony's

I also love all things fried, so I shared a fried seafood platter with my husband. Piled high with shrimp, cod, calamari, and clams, this plate was one we couldn’t finish!

Tony’s has an enormous menu that also features grilled items like burgers and hot dogs and Middle Eastern specialties. You can also get beer and wine if you want to make things a little more festive.

Tony’s has a great, large patio that is often full but empties out at a steady pace, leaving tables open periodically.

Tony's Clam Shop

And the views, well the views from Tony’s Clam Shop patio just can’t be beat. Watch the sun go down over Boston, smell the sea air, and listen to the waves gently crashing. It’s a mini vacation just a short drive or T trip away!

wollaston beach

While I am on the subject of seafood, I have to mention the Harp & Bard seafood specials. They often have twin lobsters, steamers, and a filling, heavenly lobster pie. (They also have great drinks, and it’s an overall really fun place.)

steamed lobsters

In short, there is still time to be living out your summer dreams! If anyone tries to tell you differently, send them my way. Smile

Tags: Boston, day trip. seaside dining, Dining out, Food, Quincy, seafood, summer

This Wine Wednesday I bring you a favorite Wine of the Week in addition to a new favorite Boston restaurant, one that I can’t stop talking about and thinking about and planning year-round visits to.

On Friday night after a cocktail and an appetizer at Legal Oysteria, we decided to take advantage of the warm summer night and our free parking with a wander around Charlestown. We love anything near the water, so the Navy Yard was an obvious choice for strolling and taking in the sea air. After a little walking, I found myself hungry again and remembered that the Navy Yard Bistro and Wine Bar, a place I had wanted to try forever, was nearby.

We bypassed outside lines and grabbed a seat at the dark and cozy bar, instantly loving the friendly vibe and maritime feel of the place. It reminded me of bars we visit in Ireland, and it felt so comfortable.

I also really loved their wine specials and by-the-glass wine list, especially when I discovered a North Fork wine as one of the specials! I grabbed a glass of 2013 Bridge Lane Rosé and paired it with a big, steaming bowl of Steamed Mussels with Leeks, Garlic, White Wine, Lemon, and Shaved Almonds.

2013 Bridge Lane Rosé

 

 

Navy Yard Bistro

Mmmmmm. We had the very end of the dark bar, it was Friday night, and the wine and mussels were the perfect treat. The wine, made from my beloved North Fork Cab Franc, was perfectly dry with strawberry and herbal notes, and of course, it went great with seafood. The food was absolutely amazing. My husband had a pork special which was completely decadent and delicious. Friendly, knowledgeable service paired perfectly with both!

As you know, I love my North Fork wines, and I love that the Navy Yard Bistro and Wine Bar actually offered one by the glass, a rare occasion when we are out. I can’t wait to add more of this wine as well as the bistro into my life.

Tags: 2013 Bridge Lane Rosé, Boston, Long Island, Long Island wine, North Fork, North Fork wines, rose, summer wines, wine, wine of the week, wine tasting

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