We are officially in the “dead” of winter, the days are gray and short, the nights are long and brighter days are at least a month away. Fortunately, there are lots of fun, foodie things happening in the next few weeks. Try some seriously decadent popcorn, check out art with some friends or celebrate a good cause to fend off the cabin fever.
Six\West Sundance Specials
6 W. Broadway
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The team from Six\West in Southie is in Park City, Utah, this week for a special Sundance Film Festival pop-up at 501 Main. They are serving some of chef David Daniels’ signature dishes along with specialty cocktails from beverage director Jay Giordano. And back home in Boston, the team is celebrating Sundance by offering guests a complimentary order of Six\West’s popcorn topped with aged pecorino, duck fat butter and hot sauce with the purchase of two cocktails through Feb. 2.
Celebrate “Dry January” at Committee
50 Northern Ave.
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After the indulgence of the holidays many people take part in “Dry January,” when they abstain from drinking any alcoholic beverages to reset for the year. To encourage those taking part by not partaking, Lou Charbonneau, beverage manager of Committee, has put together an exciting mocktail list so anyone can enjoy a fun night out with a tasty drink sans alcohol. Be sure to give the Nojito and the Fauxgroni a try. The Nojito is made with passion fruit, mint, grapefruit, agave and soda. And the Fauxgroni is made with false gin shrub, Giffard Aperitivo, eau de molasses and soda.
ACA Art Reception & Workbar Arlington Second Floor Grand Opening
1167 Massachusetts Ave., Arlington
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Not only is Workbar celebrating an expansion of its workspace, but on Thursday, it’s also welcoming a brand-new art exhibit called “Stone, Water, Air: Expressions of Nature.” Throughout the evening, guests and members are invited to mingle with the artists — Kiyomi Yatsuhashi, Denise Konicek, Janet Smith and Karen Swyers — while enjoying light refreshments. The Workbar team will also be onsite to give prospective members tours of the space. Space is limited, so be sure to register on Eventbrite.
Boston Winter Ball
Fairmont Copley Plaza, 138 St. James Ave.
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Party for a good cause on Feb. 8 at the 2020 Boston Winter Ball. Tickets sales help support the Corey C. Griffin Foundation, which works to support many causes throughout Boston including scholarships and student programs through “Corey’s Kids” and the Corey Griffin House at Boston Children’s Hospital. Guests will enjoy food, cocktails, dancing and entertainment. Tickets are $350 and there is an option for a VIP add-on, giving access to an upgraded experience, including a VIP lounge, upgraded drink options, sweet treats and more. Head to the Boston Winter Ball website for more information and to buy tickets.
Celebrate Super Bowl Sunday
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Last but not least, Super Bowl Sunday is this weekend and while it’s not the same without Tom Brady on the field, we can still enjoy an exciting football game with family and friends. Get into the spirit of things and order a feast from the Smoke Shop. Whether your crew is into ribs or wings or a little bit of everything, the Smoke Shop is Super Bowl ready. Full meals for four people for $110 or for 10 people for $290. For more information on catering from the Smoke Shop, go to thesmokeshopbbq.com/catering/.
