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While it may be tempting to hibernate in your apartment in protest of the return to ‘normal’ March weather, there are a few fun events in Boston this week worth stepping out for. From sampling excellent cuisine, to wine tasting and a compelling workshop, these events are sure to perk up the work week.
Monday, March 22
Boston Restaurant Week, Various Locations
With five days left to go, snag a last minute table at one of Boston’s best restaurants for 2-course lunches for $15.10, 3-course lunches for $20.10 and 3-course dinners for $33.10. A few of my top dinner picks with OpenTable availability this week include Mistral, Lucca (Back Bay), La Voile, Via Matta, Eastern Standard, Bricco, Mare, Tremont 647 and Union. For more information about Boston Restaurant Week and to make reservations through OpenTable, please click here.
Wednesday, March 24
Monthly Wine Tasting, Charlesmark Hotel & Lounge
This event has a nice return on investment. Not only do you get to sample six different wines and an array of light appetizers, but your $20 ticket includes a $12 drink ticket for a future visit to the Charlesmark Lounge, plus an opportunity to win raffle prizes, including a free stay at the hotel. The event goes from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. and tickets can be purchased by calling 617-247-1212. More information about the event can be found by clicking here.
Thursday, March 25
Sweet Charity: Beyond the Bucks, Boston Ballet, 19 Clarendon Street, South End
Local group Boldfacers consistently hosts unique workshops that are both informative and entertaining. The most recent workshop partners with Boston Ballet and an impressive panel of local experts to look at the next generation of givers in healthcare, culture, and education. Moderated by WBZ Anchor Lisa Hughes, the event will take place at Boston Ballet from 7:30 – 9:00 p.m. For more information and to purchase tickets ($22.09), please click here.