I'm back again with a new edition of Sips & Nibbles, my regular column where I highlight some interesting, upcoming food and drink events. I hope everyone dines out safely, tips well and are nice to their servers.
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1) Opening early at 12pm, XOXO Sushi Bar will host a special celebration for Mother’s Day in Chestnut Hill on May 10. Utilizing XOXO’s advanced in-house dry-ager and jukusei technique – “aging” in Japanese, where fish used in sushi is salted or soaked in vinegar then matured for several days – Chef Kegan Stritchko has designed a pair of celebratory menus that feature local and rare sea treasures designed with luxe and intriguing flavor profiles.
In the abbreviated jukusei omakase offering, there are 11 courses ($150 per guest): an Island Creek oyster with leche de tigre and dill; hirame usuzukuri with yuzu dashi, candied quinoa and lemon zest; madai and shima aji nigiri; chef’s choice of five pieces of sashimi; hiramasa and Ora King salmon nigiri; chawanmushi with savory egg custard, snow grab and ikura; bluefin tuna and akamutsu nigiri; a negitoro handroll with bluefin tuna belly, scallion and shiso; grilled langoustine with miso butter, kimchi and chili oil; A5 wagyu beef tartare with black garlic, caviar and taro root; and a dessert of Thai chili chocolate ice cream with chocolate ganache and cranberry gel. Guests can opt for an expanded menu with five additional courses, bringing the grand experience to 16 courses ($250 per person): a personal 1oz jar of caviar paired with purple potato chips; Hokkaido uni nigiri; king crab nigiri; dry aged otoro; and A5 wagyu ribeye carpaccio with caviar, lemon miso butter and negidare.
WHEN: Sunday, May 10, 12pm-10pm
COST: Jukusei tasting menu: $150 per guest; Jukusei tasting menu with expanded offerings: $250 per guest
Reservations are recommended via OpenTable or by calling (617) 505-3378.
2) Margaritas Mexican Restaurant is celebrating Cinco de Mayo for five straight days with a series of specials and events. From May 1-5, do “Cinco de Drinko” proud by imbibing in all the Five Days of Cinco action complete with giveaways and souvenir cups* when you give a Don Julio upgrade to your original or naked margaritas.
FANCY FRIDAY – May 1: To kickoff the festivities, get your drink on with a collection of liquid specials: PB Espresso Martinis ($9), Cadillac Margaritas with Don Julio Reposado ($12), and Milionario Margaritas with Don Julio 1942 ($19.42). Guests also will be able to enter to win a travel voucher valued at $2,500.
GO BIG FOR THE DERBY – May 2: Put on your Derby finest for the greatest two minutes in sports! Those sporting a festive topper or sombrero will dig into a complimentary order of guacamole. Get the dollar bills out because for $1, your margarita will be getting a jumbo upgrade.
FAMILY CINCO FIESTA – May 3: It’s Sunday Funday with a Cinco twist. Kids under 12 will be treated to a complimentary entrée and the first 25 tikes through the door at each location will score a free t-shirt.
INDUSTRY NIGHT – May 4: Those in the service industry will be treated to 50%** off food, well cocktails, house margaritas and draught beers. Feeling lucky? Enter to win free dinner for a year.
CINCO DE MAYO – May 5: On the fifth day of Cinco, the first 50 guests to arrive at each location will be sporting a new themed t-shirt and any taco purchase comes with a “Get a Taco Coupon” valid from May 6-June 30.
*Souvenir cups available while supplies last.
**In Massachusetts, discount only applies to food orders.
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