Winter Wine’d Up at The Wine Market

Join The Wine Market for a decadent evening of wine tasting featuring over 30 wines paired with hors d'oeuvres by Chef Chris Becker on December 1st from 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm.

Wine Director Lucien Walsh will be showcasing wines from around the world for all of your holiday entertaining and gift giving needs, in the freshly renovated restaurant space. Chef Chris Becker will be creating a variety of delicious appetizers for you to sample as you peruse the wines.

All of the wines will be available for you to purchase the same evening, and guests receive a 20% discount on all wines showcased in the event!

Tickets are $35 per person, tax and gratuity included. Please contact the store to purchase 410-244-6166.

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Restaurant.com Cyber Monday promo

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Cupcake bouquet from Emily’s Desserts (Cyber Monday promo)

With today's Save pay just $20 (use promocode and save another $5) for a cupcake bouquet from Emily's Desserts ($40 value) located in Towson Town Center. Your bouquet includes six cupcakes. You can choose from flavors like German Chocolate, Red Velvet, Pumpkin Spice and, of course, Vanilla and Chocolate.

Emily's Desserts also specializes in vegan and gluten-free sweets, so you can tailor your order as needed.
All those decadent cupcakes will be perfectly displayed as though they were luscious, fresh flowers. Emily's Desserts has a kiosk in the Towson Town Center Mall, located on the third floor near Nordstrom's, so you can swing by after you work on your holiday shopping at Ann Taylor or the Apple Store.

Fine Print:

• Voucher Expires: Feb 28, 2011
• May buy multiple Saves for friends, family, repeat visits and gifts
• Call-ahead orders recommended
• Valid for pick-up at the Towson Town Center Mall location only
• Not to be combined with other offers
• Save voucher valid beginning day after purchase

Click here for this Eversave deal (Don’t forget to use the Cyber Monday promo code below to save another $5 and get it for $15)

Emily's Desserts
Towson Town Center Mall
825 Dulaney Valley Rd.
Towson, MD 21204
443-858-7045

Cyber Monday Special - Take an additional $5 off ANY SAVE at checkout with promo code CYBERMONDAY
 
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Black Friday dining deals in and around Baltimore area

Are you heading to find those Black Friday deals this year? Then check out these food related Black Friday Deals:

• Ledo Pizza in White Marsh is offering FREE garden salad with any Medium or Large pizza order (dine in or carry out), Half price wings (limit 6 pp), or all desserts half off (dine in only)
• Morton’s The Steakhouse in Baltimore is offering their Facebook fans a complimentary dessert from Morton’s dessert tray with the purchase of an entrée on Black Friday, November 26- All guests have to do is mention that they are a fan on Facebook. Pick from Key Lime Pie, Double Chocolate Mousse, and Morton’s Carrot Cake
• Print a coupon for a free slice of pumpkin pie at Bob Evans. This coupon is valid Friday through Sunday (November 26-28, 2010). No purchase is necessary, but it can only be used for dine-in orders.
• Participating IKEA stores are offering free breakfast and coffee Friday through Sunday (November 26-28, 2010).
• Stop by the 7-Eleven Facebook Page before heading out on Black Friday to print a coupon for a free Slurpee. No purchase is necessary, but a coupon is required and the coupon will only be available on Black Friday.
• Stop by Burger King every Friday in November for a free cup of Seattle’s Best Coffee.
• Stop by Kona Grill- when you buy one gift card get another one at half off (November 26 only)

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Half off fine dining at Abacrombie

Today’s Groupon is for $25, you get $50 worth of fine dining at Abacrombie Fine Food and Accomodations. Abacrombie is open for dinner Thursday through Saturday and for brunch on Sunday, with occasional exceptions for special events.

Click here for today’s deal

Fine Print: Expires in 1 year. Limit 3 per person. Limit 1 per table. Dine-in only. Valid only for brunch and dinner. Not valid before 7:30pm on Meyerhoff and Lyric event nights. Must use in 1 visit, no cash back. Tax and gratuity not included. Not valid with other offers.

58 W Biddle St.
Baltimore, Maryland 21201

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The 11th annual Oyster Festival

Sláinte Irish Pub and Restaurant, Kooper's Tavern and Woody's Rum Bar, in association with Heavy Seas Brewery, are proud to invite you on Saturday, November 27th from noon to 6pm to the 11th Annual Oyster Festival featuring 20+ types of Oysters from the Northeast, Maryland Microbrews and a vast selection of wine!

Here is the official cast:

• East Coast Oysters
• Blue Points NYC.
• Charleston Cups R.I.
• Cape may Salts NJ.
• Choptank Sweets MD.
• Island Creek MA.
• James River VA.
• Malpeque PEI
• Moonstone R.I.
• Potters Moon R.I.
• Rome Points R.I.
• Wellfleets MA.
• Chincoteague VA.
• Naskatucket R.I.
• Black Points R.I.
• Wiannos MA.
• Salvation Cove PEI
• West Coast Oysters
• Chef Creeks BC.
• Emerald Cove BC.
• Drunken Kiss CA
• Fanny Bay BC.

Oysters are from just a buck a shuck! Don't miss it, it happens only once a year!

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$30 to spend on food and drink at Blue Agave

Today’s Living Social deal gets you $30 worth of food and drink at Blue Agave for only $15. Weather you trying one of the 125 tequilas or you decide ton mole poblano or slow-roasted carnitas, your mouth will be happy. The walls are exposed brick and plaster walls in earthy tones. The tables are great looking tile topped. The nice touches to the décor really give you the feeling that you have been whisked away to Mexico.

My visit: My favorite margarita I tried was the Prickly Pear Margarita- El Jimador Blanco, Prickly Pear puree, Triple Sec & fresh lime. You MUST try the Chile Relleno de Queso- roasted poblano chile with Mexican cheeses, grilled corn and roasted garlic, topped with molé chatino. You will find yourself not getting enough of the sauce and fresh Mexican cheeses.

Click here to get this yummy deal

1032 Light St
Baltimore, MD 21230-4031
(410) 576-3938

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A special night for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital at The Melting Pot

You are cordially invited to the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital event tonight, Thursday, November 18th. Enjoy a special four-course fondue experience for only $35 per person!

The Melting Pot has been a partner of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital since 2003. This is a great opportunity to make a contribution to St. Jude and enjoy the company of family and friends during the holiday season!

Can't make it for dinner, no problem! That same evening from 5-8pm in the bar, there will be a bottomless chocolate fountain. $5 per person, which will be donated to St. Jude, gets you unlimited sampling of the chocolate fountain. The special St. Jude drink menu will be offered in the bar as well!

Last but certainly not least there is an opportunity to make another contribution to St. Jude! A $10 donation will get you a $20 discount coupon for a future visit to the Melting Pot! Come and join us to support this great partnership with St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

Your choice of Cheddar or Traditional Swiss Cheese Fondue

Caesar salad

Entree includes Roasted Garlic Shrimp, Chicken Provencal and Peppercorn Crusted New York Strip all prepared in our Court Bouillon cooking style.

Your choice of White Chocolate Creme Brulee or Chocolate S'mores Fondue 

Price excludes tax and gratuity. 18% gratuity applied to all checks. Other promotions and coupons are not valid with this menu.

418 York Road Towson, MD 21204
For Reservations, Please call: (410) 821-6358

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2 ways to support Women’s Law Center of Maryland at local restaurants

There are 2 ways today that you can support the Women's Law Center of Maryland with food and drinks…

Buy today’s Eversave deal of $15 for $30 worth of food and drinks at Waterstone Bar & Grille and a portion of all proceeds from this Save will go to benefit the Women's Law Center of Maryland, an organization devoted to providing free legal care to women and children who need it most.

Click here for this deal

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Meet your friends tonight at Mad River Bar & Grill in Federal Hill for the 3rd annual Guest Bartender Happy Hour to support The Women's Law Center of Maryland, Inc.

Make a $10 donation to the WLC at the door to receive a wrist band for one free drink and $1 off all drinks during the event. Plus two-thirds of tips made at the bar during the event will be donated to WLC.

Mad River Bar & Grill

1110 South Charles Streetin Federal Hill

Thursday, November 18th from 6-9 p.m.

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Baltimore restaurants open for Thanksgiving 2010

Maybe your not traveling this year to visits friends and family or you just aren't in the mood to cook this Thanksgiving but still want to share in a feast- then check out this growing list of Baltimore area restaurants that are open for Thanksgiving 2010:

• Baldwin Station- 11:00am - 6:00pm
• Brightons (Upscale American)- offering buffet and dinner
• Cafe Troia (Italian)- Traditional organic turkey dinner as well as regular menu
• Charleston (Upscale American)- $74 fixed-price "All-American menu" of Thanksgiving favorites, and family-style sides, from 3 to 7 p.m
• Della Notte (Italian)- Regular dinner menu and traditional Thanksgiving Dinner special
• Diamond Tavern (American)
• Elkridge Furnace Inn- Dinnerservice starts at 1 pm and last reservations at 5 pm. The price is 3 courses for $39.95 plus service & tax; Children 5-10 $19.95 · Children under 5 eat free. They also have Thanksgiving-to-Go packages
• Kali's Court (Seafood)- $49.95 fixed-price menu with traditional Thanksgiving favorites and Mediterranean specialties. A portion of the proceeds from Thanksgiving Day benefit the Maryland Food Bank
• M & S Grill (steak) - Traditional 3-Course Thanksgiving Dinner with all the trimmings For $22.95. Hours: 12-8
• McCormick & Schmick's (seafood)- Traditional Thanksgiving Dinner for $22.95
• Milton Inn (Contemporary American) - Thanksgiving Feast-$42 For Adults;$21 For Children 12 And Under. Seating From Noon Until 7:00Pm. Also Offering A Limited Ala Carte Menu
• Oregon Grille (American)- $47 for adults, $23.50 for children. Dinner served from 1-8pm.Full dinner menu also available.Jackets required for gentlemen.
• Prime Rib (steak) - serving a turkey dinner with all the trimmings as well as its regular menu beginning at 1 p.m.
• Rusty Scupper (Seafood) - Thanksgiving buffet for $39.95 and $16.95 for children
• Tersiguel's French Country Restaurant (French) - Limited a La Carte dinner menu, including traditional turkey dinner
• Truffles at the Belvedere- serving a Thanksgiving buffet, from 1 to 5 p.m., with traditional Thanksgiving food and Chesapeake. The cost is $28.95 for adults, $25.95 for military and seniors, and $14.95 for children ages 6 to 12
• Victoria Gastro Pub (International) - 11Am-11Pm Thanksgiving with a special limited a la carte menu featuring traditional fare as well as unique items

Things can always change so please call ahead to confirm they're open and inquire about reservations


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Two-hour sushi-making class with take-home kit

Today’s Living Social deal gets you a a two-hour sushi-making class and take-home kit (including chopsticks, sushi rice with instructions, nori seaweed sheets, bamboo rolling board, handpicked recipe cards, and a bottle of sake) for $60 (regularly $125) from I Am Chef Apple.

You have two types of classes to pick from…

New Style Sashimi
Bring together the flavors, spices and cooking techniques from the Pacific Rim with gourmet Western ingredients. In this class, you will create hor d’oeuvres using traditionally Western ingredients such as truffles, meyer lemons, parsley and chevre with sashimi, cilantro, and wasabi

• Tuna Tartare with Avocado, Lime and two types of Cilantro
• Salmon Tartare with Truffles, Capers and Chevre
• Seared Lamb Tataki with Rosemary and Honey Vinaigrette
• Salmon with Avocado, Grapes and Salmon Caviar

Sushi Time
The trick is to find the fresh sashimi-grade fish.

• Spicy Tuna Roll
• Kappa Maki
• Dragon Roll
• California Roll
• Assorted Nigiri

Make sure to read all the Fine Print of this deal

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Pasta feast in Little Italy to benefits Pierce’s Park

Over 15 Little Italy businesses will donate proceeds from sales on November 17 to Pierce’s Park. In addition there will be special menus at some restaurants, raffles at others, strolling musicians, roasted chestnuts and sidewalk espressos to add to the festive fall atmosphere.

Pierce’s Park is scheduled to open in the fall of 2011 on a one-acre parcel of land on Pier 5 between the Columbus Center and Eastern Avenue. The park is named after Baltimore contractor and business owner Pierce J. Flanigan III and is a collaboration between the Downtown Baltimore Family Alliance (DBFA) and the Waterfront Partnership of Baltimore.

Little Italy establishments participating include:

• Aldo’s
• Amicci’s
• Caesar’s Den
• Café Gia
• Chiapparelli’s
• Ciao Bella
• Da Mimmo’s
• Della Notte
• Germano’s
• India Rasoi
• Isabella’s
• La Scala
• La Tavola
• Milan
• Osteria Amadeo
• Piedigrotta
• Rocco’s Capriccio
• Sabatino’s
• Scene 217 Salon
• Vaccaro’s

To learn more and see any updates to participation list go to http://www.piercespark.org.

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$15 for a fresh-baked pie at Puffs & Pastries ($30 value)

Today's Groupon gets youfor $15, you get one fresh-baked pie (a $30 value) at Puffs & Pastries, located on "The Avenue" in Hampden. Puffs & Pastries make their sweet and savory delights by using real butter and local, seasonal ingredients whenever possible. Current fall tastes include traditional holiday favorites such as pumpkin, sweet potato, and maple pecan. Today's Groupon grants you your choice of any $30 pie, with the option to indulge in a delicious upgrade ($5 extra for a gingerbread-crusted pie, $10 extra for a Thanksgiving pie).

Fine Print: Expires May 17, 2011. Limit 1 per person, may buy up to 2 additional as gifts. Must order by phone at least 24-hours in advance.No cash back. Not valid with other offers.

Click here to get this sweet and savory deal from Groupon

Puffs & Pastries
830 W 36th St.
Baltimore, Maryland 21211

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Sullivan’s Steakhouse rolls out new menu

Sullivan’s Steakhouse in downtown Baltimore is a classic American steakhouse known for its savory steak and seafood menu options, upscale bar featuring unique martinis and extensive wine list.
Sullivan’s Steakhouse in downtown Baltimore just rolled out their new lunch and dinner menu…

• Cheesesteak Egg Rolls ($10)
• Chili Crusted Ribeye with Roasted Red Pepper & Truffle Butter ($39)
• Filet Oscar ($35)
• Seared Ahi Tuna Steak with Shiitake-Chive Vinaigrette ($31)

To finish the meal off, they have added…

• Coconut Cream Pie with toasted Coconut Flakes,
• Chocolate Mousse with Fresh Cream and Strawberry

They also offer a signature “Business Lunch” offered everyday for only $18.00, guests get the choice of a soup or salad, choice of a filet mignon, salmon or chicken with side dishes of vegetables and horseradish mashed potatoes.

Also, every Thursday from 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., the restaurant offers $5.00 Burgers and Bar Menu which includes Bleu Cheese Chips plus much more. They also offer $5.00 Red and White wine as well as $5.00 Martinis.

Sullivan’s Steakhouse
1 East Pratt Street
Baltimore, MD 21202

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‘GIVE’ more this Thanksgiving with 80% off Restaurant.com

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Click here to use code GIVE at checkout now through 11/15/10

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Help light up Baltimore’s Little Italy

When some one mentions the neighborhood Little Italy to you- what is the first thing you picture? The restaurants, outdoor movies, or maybe the lighted banners? For me it’s the food and welcoming lighted banners.

Now this may not be exactly restaurant related but it is for a good cause that helps give the Little Italy restaurants part of their ambiance…

The Light Up Little Italy Campaign has launched to see the nine strands of decorative lights that hang across Little Italy’s streets light up once again in the colors of the Italian flag. The green, white and red light strands were hung over 15 years ago, however, due to lack of resources, they eventually went dark. Currently, only a few on each strand are illuminated at night.

The goal is to repair and replace the faulty lights, sockets and wiring, and “light up Little Italy” once again by December 3, 2010 to coincide with the neighborhood’s Christmas tree-lighting event sponsored annually by the Little Italy Restaurant Association. The plan is to use energy- efficient C7 LED bulbs – 2,355 of them to be exact – in a project estimated at $8,700. This move will be environmentally friendly as the current bulbs used 16,000 watts of power whereas the new lamps will use 400.

Friends of Little Italy from everywhere are being asked to “buy a bulb” at $5 each; businesses are encouraged to sponsor a half strand at $500 or a whole strand for $1,000. Bulb sponsors may donate “in honor or in memory of” a loved one. Lists of donors will be published in Little Italy’s Neighborhood News weekly e-letter, on LittleItalyMD.com, and on temporary signs hung inside Little Italy’s organizations and establishments and at various events.

“Already those who feel passionate about Little Italy are mailing donations,” said Susanna Molino, pro bono director of the Promotion Center for Little Italy, Baltimore, established January 2010. “Seems many are tired of looking at the half-lit strands of lights and would love to see Little Italy sparkle once again.”

To buy bulbs, Little Italy friends are invited to mail a check payable to Promotion Center for Little Italy, Baltimore, c/o 1020 Stiles Street, Little Italy, MD 21202. For more information, email SusannaMolino@LittleItalyMD.com.

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Wine Market to host benefit dinner for the Baltimore School for the Arts

The Wine Market will open their doors to friends and family of the Baltimore School for the Arts (BSA) on Tuesday, Nov. 16 for a special three-course, prix fixe dinner where 15% of the proceeds will benefit BSA. The dinner will feature a lavish menu, in which guests get to choose from a variety of options for a three-course meal.

For the first course, guests will have their choice of Cornmeal Fried Oysters with Lemon Beurre Blanc; Field Greens Julienned Delicata Squash with Ponzu Vinaigrette and Shaved Radish; Vanilla Parsnip Soup with Cardmom Crème Fraiche; Tuna Carpaccio Shitake Mushrooms with Citrus Dressing and Horseradish Mousse Reduction; and Duck and Butternut Squash Croquet with Pumpkin Seed Aoli.

Second course options include Chestnut Stuffed Martin’s Farm Half Chicken with Whipped Celery Root, Brussel Sprout Leaves and Sage Coulis; Potato-Wrapped Turbot with Onion Soubis, Tuscarora Farms Potatoes and Shallots, and Poached Egg; Miso-Ginger Braised Creekstone Shortribs with Herb-Butter Dumblings, Carrot Puree, and Smoked Maitakes; Creekstone Aged Sirloin with Black Truffle Tater Tots and Braised Kale; and Lobster Bowl Toasted Orzo with Thai Herb Pistou, Cucumber Emulsion, Shaved Radish, and Soy Bean.

Guests will also enjoy a wide array of elaborate desserts including Mango Sorbet; Yuzu Crème Brulee served with Blueberries; Lemon Tart with a Sunflower Seed Crust, Pomegranate Molasses, and Pine Nut Oil; and Chocolate Pretzel Pavé with Dijon Caramel and Milk Chocolate Powder.

Reservations are available for a 6:15 or 7:30 p.m. seating at the Wine Market.
Tickets: Starting at $30

For reservations, visit www.bsfa.org or call 410-244-6166. Reservations are also available in person at The Wine Market Café and Wine Shop

About Baltimore School for the Arts:
Founded in 1980, the Baltimore School for the Arts provides students with intensive pre-professional training in the arts in the context of a rigorous college preparatory curriculum. BSA graduates go on to the most selective arts and university programs nationwide and achieve prominence in theater, film, music, dance and visual arts. Additionally, the Baltimore School for the Arts is a catalyst for young people to explore and discover their interest for the arts through TWIGS, its highly acclaimed program that provides free after-school arts classes to more than 750 elementary and middle school students; special dance and theatre recitals for Baltimore City Public School students; family performance series; partnerships with other arts organizations; and art exhibitions.

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Today’s Groupon is for Prime run by executive chef-owner and form Top Chef - Baltimore restaurant | Examiner.com

Today's Groupon to Prime Steakhouse in Fells Point is offering f or $25, you get $50 worth of upscale steaks, seafood, chops, drinks, and more, courtesy of executive chef-owner and former Top Chef contestant Timothy Dean who offers a French- and American-inspired menu.

Fine Print: Expires Feb 12, 2011. Limit 3 per person. Limit 1 per table. Gratuity not included. Not valid with other offers.

Click here to enjoy Chef Timothy Dean’s fare

Prime
1719 Eastern Ave.
Fells Point, Maryland 21231

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Free Veterans’ Day meals for active duty military members and veterans

Veterans Day 2010 freebies are offered from leading restaurants in our area to say Thank You…

• Active duty military members and veterans get a free Bloomin' Onion and choice of a non-alcoholic beverage at Outback Steakhouse on Veterans Day
• Applebee's is offering veterans and active-duty military members eating free with the choice of 6 entrees on Veterans Day
• Uno Chicago Grill offers a free individual pizza or entree with the purchase of one of equal or greater value for all veterans and active-duty military on Veterans Day
• On Monday, November 15, 2010 Golden Coral is offering the free buffet for military served from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
• Hooters is serving up a free meal to veterans and active-duty military
• Chili’s is offering all military veterans past and present their choice of one of 6 meals on Veterans Day
• Krispy Kreme is giving a free doughnut available to all active-duty, retirees & veterans on Thursday November 11th
• T.G.I. Friday’s – Buy one get one free Nov 11-14. At participating locations for anyone with an old or current military ID
• Subway – Free Six Inch Sub for military veterans on Veteran’s Day

*Most specials require military ID and you should check and make sure the local locations are participating

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Save on crab cakes and tapas

Today’s Living Social deal is to a favorite spot for many for crab cakes- Conrad’s on Joppa Rd. For just $10 you can get two of Conrad's jumbo lump crab cakes or crab cake sandwiches. The crab cakes here are always full of jump lump and the perfect amount of filler.

Fine Print: Limit 1 per person, up to 1 additional as gifts • Limit 1 per table per visit • Valid for dine-in/take-out • Voucher valid for 2 jumbo-lump crab cakes or 2 jumbo-lump crab cake sandwiches • No cash value/cash back • Tax and gratuity are not included • Entire value must be used in one visit • Cannot be combined with any other offer or promotion • Promotional value expires on 05/10/11

Click here to indulge yourself in crab cakes

1720 E. Joppa Road
Parkville, MD 21234

Crab cake form Conrad's

Photo: Lemmo Photography

Now if you in the mood for tapas then today’s Groupon of $30 worth of tapas, Latin and South American cuisine, and exotic drinks for $15 at Talara is for you. Talara welcomes you with vibrant Art Deco hues and patrons passing tapas, seviche, paella, and an array of Latin and South American specialties.

Fine Print: Expires in 1 year. Limit 3 per person. Limit 1 per table.Dine-in only. Not valid with other offers, including happy hour. Tax and gratuity not included.

Click here to get today’s Groupon for $15 at Talara

Talara- 615 President St., Baltimore, Maryland 21202

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The Wine Market has brought back its $33 Prix Fixe menu

The Wine Market has brought back its $33 Prix Fixe menu on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Executive Chef Chris Becker will create a new menu every week. You can pair wines with each course from selected suggestions for a Flight of 3 wines available at $3 a glass. Guests must order the 3 course menu to be offered the 3 wines for 3 dollars each.

Click here to see a sample menu

For more info: you can subscribe to email notices, email me at AIBR.Blog@gmail.com, find me on Facebook or follow me on twitter @BmoreRestaurant- check out the review map, review list, chef interviews and recipes and events calendar for local restaurant events

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Koco’s Pub is adding some new specials

Koco’s Pub is adding to it’s specials with some new drink and food specials…

Drink Specials (from 6-10 pm)

• Tuesday is $4 Margaritas
• Wednesday is $1 off Yellowtail wines
• Thursday is $3 Blue Moon and Sierra drafts

Happy Hour Specials (Tuesday – Friday from 3-6 pm at the bar only)

• $.50 off all draft and bottled beers
• $1 off appetizers

Food Specials

• Tuesday is Wing Night $6.99
• Wednesday is Rib Night $15.99
• Thursday is Crab Cake Night $19.99

Check out the Koco's Pub review


Koco’s Pub
4301 Harford Road
Baltimore, MD 21214
(410) 426-3519

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Save on American cuisine and Spanish tapas

Today’s Groupon offers you for $15, you get $30 worth of fine American cuisine and drinks at the contemporary Blue Hill Tavern located in the heart of Brewers Hill. Blue Hill's dinner menu offers a diverse selection of diverse tastes: calamari salad ($10) or pork belly ($12), but don't get over-appetized, because you'll want to save room for a mouth-moistening entree. Try the bison osso bucco ($24), mushroom Wellington (shitake, portabella, feta, spinach en croute, and onion sauce, $19), seared cobia ($25). Or finish with brioche bread pudding, crème brûlée, and chocolate silken pie.

Fine Print: Expires in 1 year. Limit 1 per person, may buy 2 additional as gifts. Limit 1 per table. Valid only for dinner. Tax and gratuity not included.

Click here for your Groupon to Blue Hill Tavern


Eversave is offering $25 for $50 worth of authentic Spanish tapas from La Tasca. You can choose from over 70 kinds of Spanish tapas, take in gorgeous inner-harbor views and try their signature paella or small plates like the Patatas Bravas, Empanadas or Mar y Tierra.

Fine Print: • Voucher Expires: Mar 15, 2011 •May buy multiple Saves for friends, family, repeat visits and gifts •Use 1 Save per 2 diners •Not valid towards alcohol •Not to be combined with other offers •Save voucher valid beginning day after purchase

Click here to get your Eversave seal to La Tasca

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