Monthly Archives: August 2013

Pizzeria Regina: Anchovy Pie with a Live Soundtrack

Posted on August 22, 2013 by Craig Nelson

Growing up just outside of Boston, one of the most memorable summer activities was venturing into the North End with my family for the Italian-American festivals that seem to take place almost every weekend during the hot summer days of … Continue reading →

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Lazy Days of Summer. On a Boat.

Posted on August 16, 2013 by Craig Nelson

“I’d rather be on a boat.” That’s my mantra for the summer of 2013, and my brilliant idea for a bumper sticker. For all of us New Yorkers jammed onto the subway, stuck on Broome Street getting into the Holland … Continue reading →

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Drinking Like Days of Old: The Brooklyn Inn

Posted on August 6, 2013 by Craig Nelson

Some barrooms have ski ball or gigantic big screen TVs. Others might employ bearded bartenders whipping up (or even torching) super fancy cocktails. But some, like one of my all time favorites, the Brooklyn Inn, skip the flair and head … Continue reading →

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