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BOSTON, RESTAURANTS

Boston Cafe Etiquette – A Special Series by Gabi Logan

I despise the cold weather – so much so that each winter I question why I live in Boston.  One of the ways that I deal with subzero temps is warming up at a cozy cafe.  Lucky for me, Boston has many wonderful cafes that are perfect for a casual date, catching up with a friend, or quality time with your laptop.

One thing I’ve noticed about the Boston cafe scene is that it has its own set of rules.  Inspired by the fantastic and wildly observant Gabi Logan, I’m going to publish a special series on Boston cafe etiquette over the next few weeks.

As a freelance writer, Gabi spends a lot of time in local cafes, and has valuable tips on how long you can linger, snagging that coveted table, and rules for sharing a table with a stranger (without driving each other crazy).

Gabi’s first post will go live tomorrow, so in the interim please enjoy her scrumptious cooking blog, The 30 Minute Dinner Party, and her Examiner.com column on Boston’s Budget Meals.

BOSTON

Could MTV’s Jersey Shore Come to Southie?

Love it, or hate it, MTV has renewed its controversial hit, Jersey Shore, for a second season.  Immediately after it was announced by the cast live on the Today Show, rumors started flying as to where they would film their next season.  Adding fuel to the fire, MTV’s Remote Control Blog launched a site poll asking readers where the show should be set, and somehow hotspots like South Boston, Detroit, Skywalker Ranch and The Congo (seriously?) made the cut.  Miami, Cabo, LA, and Ibiza were also up for consideration.

Beach Photo By Jessica Gioglio

Perhaphs it was local pride, or a strange desire to see guidos outside of theirelement, but South Boston came in second in MTV’s poll.  Detroit came out on top (again…seriously?).  I sincerely doubt that Boston is even a contender for the next season, but all of my friends in Southie said that they’d pay money to see the cast try to fist pump their way into the Blackthorn.  I’m guessing that it would get ugly really quickly.

So, where should the Jersey Shore cast get down in Boston?  Personally, I’d like to see them try the mechanical bull at the Liquor Store, and I bet their energetic dance moves would be a hit at Underbar.  I’d also like to see the ladies at Jacques have a Snooki impersonation night.  As for employment, I’m thinking Duck Tour operator?  My local beach expert GroupieL0ve suggested Revere Beach and Hampton Beach as prime spots to put the “T” in “GTL,” (gym-tan-laundry).

BOSTON

Welcome to the New SavvyBostonian!

Welcome to the new and improved SavvyBostonian!  Originally started as a freebie wordpress blog in October 2006 as a forum to share my “savvy” Boston tips and adventures, I finally took the plunge and decided to create my own website.  It’s been an incredible (and sometimes frustrating) learning experience, so please bear with me as I continue to tweak and make changes.

I would like to thank my loyal readers for staying with me over the years, and hope that you will continue to post comments and send me great ideas to cover at savvybostonian@gmail.com.

BOSTON, NIGHTLIFE, RECIPES

Guilty Pleasure: Free Late-Night Hot Dogs/Hamburgers at The Pour House

Hot Dog! by dadadreams from Flickr

My friend is going to kill me for sharing her best-kept Boston secret – free late-night food at the Pour House!  At 1:00 a.m. on Saturday nights, the Pour House in Boston’s Back Bay gives away free hot dogs or hamburgers to hungry patrons.  This is an insider tip, because more often than not you have to go to the top floor bar near the kitchen area and ask for them.

Be sure to check your expectations at the door – the dogs and burgers are basic and far from gourmet.  They are, however, free!

The Pour House is located at 907 Boylston Street between Gloucester & Hereford.  For more information about the Pour House, please visit: http://www.pourhouseboston.com/

BOSTON, NIGHTLIFE

On the Town: Clink at the Liberty Hotel

I never tire of taking in the sights at the Liberty Hotel – from the gorgeous interior design, to what my fellow Bostonians are wearing.  To celebrate the beginning of a long weekend, I met several friends this past Friday for drinks at Clink.

What a way to kick off the weekend!  This past Friday at Clink was especially great for people watching, as the Europeans in Boston facebook group was hosting an event on the third floor, which attracted a larger group to the venue than usual.  If you’re looking for more events to attend in Boston, I recommend joining their facebook group, as Europeans and non-Europeans alike are welcome.

Savvy Tip: Anytime you have an opportunity to attend a private event on the third, fourth, or fifth floors of the Liberty Hotel — do it!  I always gush about how beautiful I find the hotel, but seeing it from a higher floor left me with a greater appreciation of the hotel’s uniqueness.

The Liberty Hotel is located in Beacon Hill, next to the MGH T-Stop and Mass. General Hospital. Learn more about the hotel and price compare on Booking.com, Hotels.com, and Expedia.