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In the same periodic table column as a manhattan or old fashion, this Boston born cocktail has sadly gone out of style. Mixology legend says this drink was invented in the local restaurant Locke-Ober in the late 1890s. The restaurant has recently closed it's doors. I have dined there twice with my dad, as the crusty Classic French restaurant was one of his favorites.
2 oz rye.
1/2 oz orange juice
1/2 oz lemon juice
Maraschino syrup
To be honest I still prefer the sazerac from New Orleans.

Spotlight: Farm and Fable

This combination antique/kitchen store just opened down the street. On the corner where Coppa (calamari pizza) and polka dog (pet food) have the other corners.
It felt like walking into a familiar room, with pine floors and some very familiar platters. Of special note was the amount of copper cookware. A local copper smith makes beautiful and functional pans. Perhaps a Paul Revere descendent.

Inching closer...

Aretha is in the House

A tribute to the queen of soul, Aretha Franklin @ the beehive tonight. The performers of the play "The Color Purple" performed right next door.
Magical.

Another Boston Revolution

One of the first craft beers in the states, and still one of the best.

Cats stuck on roof

Not a math post