Louis D. Brown Peace Institute 30th Celebration

Join the Louis D. Brown Peace Institute for a fundraising event in Boston on December 20th! The Louis D. Brown Peace Institute is celebrating 30 years of transforming society’s response to homicide, serving as a center of healing, teaching, and learning for families and communities affected by murder, trauma, grief, and loss. A fundraising celebration will be held on Friday, December 20th, from 6-10 pm at Venezia Restaurant in Dorchester, beautifully situated along the Neponset River with stunning views of the Boston skyline. This date marks 31 years since Louis was murdered—a tragic loss that inspired the Institute’s founding. Cocktail attire is encouraged. Boston City Councilor Brian Worrell will be honored with the inaugural Louis D. Brown Visionary Leadership Award for his dedication to peace and meaningful support for families impacted by violence.&nbsp; Emmy-winning NBC anchor Latoyia Edwards will emcee the event, which will feature stories of hope and resilience from the survivor community.&nbsp; Tickets are $300/person. Those who cannot afford the full ticket price have the option to pay-what-you-can, starting at $30. Ticket purchases include dinner, reception, and live music from DJ Junbug. For three decades, the Louis D. Brown Peace Institute has fostered connections among families, educators, law enforcement, and advocates, cultivating cycles of peace. This milestone event will honor 30 years of that dedicated work through great food, music, and an inspiring evening. Venezia Restaurant is located at 20 Ericsson St, Boston, MA 02122. Ticket link:<a href="https://ldbpeaceinstitute.org/links/30years/"> https://ldbpeaceinstitute.org/links/30years/</a>. More information about Louis’ life can be found here: <a href="https://ldbpeaceinstitute.org/about">About – Louis D. Brown Peace Institute</a>.

Venezia Restaurant

Cookie Decorating Workshop at Davio's Braintree and Lynnfield

Those with a sweet tooth can get creative and gather the family to attend a Cookie Decorating Workshop on Sunday, December 15th at the Lynnfield and Braintree locations. Lynnfield’s workshop is from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. and Braintree’s will be held from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Tickets for both <a href="https://davios.com/braintree/events/cookie-decorating-workshop">Braintree</a> and <a href="https://davios.com/lynnfield/events/cookie-decorating-workshop">Lynnfield</a> can be purchased in advance online for $45 per child. All tickets come with a cookie decorating kit, holiday treats and hot chocolate. Adult admission is free.&nbsp; Davio’s Northern Italian Steakhouse Braintree | 250 Granite Street, Braintree, MA 02184 |&nbsp;781.843.4810 Davio’s Northern Italian Steakhouse Lynnfield | 1250 Market Street, Lynnfield, MA 01940 |&nbsp;781.944.4810

Davio's Northern Italian Steakhouse

Gingerbread House Workshop at Davio's Back Bay

On Sunday, December 15th, Davio’s Back Bay is hosting a Gingerbread House Workshop from 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. <a href="https://davios.com/bos/events/childrens-gingerbread-house-workshop">Tickets</a> for the guided workshop are $65 per child and include a gingerbread house kit and lunch. Adults are free. Santa will be there for photos.

Holiday Teddy Bear Brunch at Davio’s Seaport

Celebrate the holiday season and enjoy a special 2-course brunch with drink features while local celebrity guests read from their favorite children’s books. Perfect for kids of all ages! Join Davio’s Northern Italian Steakhouse on December 8th and 15th from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. All kids will receive a Davio’s Teddy Bear to bring home. &nbsp; The kids’ menu comes with a choice of scrambled eggs, pancakes, pizza and more. Adult menu options include eggs benedict, potato gnocchi, 55 day prime aged flat iron steak, and more. All courses come with a dessert. &nbsp; <a href="https://davios.com/seaport/events/teddy-bear-brunch">Tickets</a> are $65 for adults and $45 for children and must be purchased in advance as limited spots are available. Adult tickets come with one mimosa. Additional beverages, taxes and 20% gratuity are not included.&nbsp;

Lunch With Santa at Davio's Lynnfield

Get in the holiday spirit with Davio’s Northern Italian Steakhouse. &nbsp; Enjoy Lunch with Santa on Saturday, December 7th from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. in Lynnfield. Order from our traditional lunch menu, take photos and let Santa know exactly what is on the holiday wish list this year. <a href="https://davios.com/lynnfield/events/brunch-santa">Reservations</a> are encouraged and walk-ins are welcome pending availability.&nbsp;

Thanksgiving at Davio's

Celebrate Thanksgiving with loved ones at Davio's. On Thursday, November 28th from 11:00am to 8:00pm, guests are invited to enjoy a special Thanksgiving Day menu available at all MA locations. Guests will enjoy items such as Oven-Roasted Vermont Free-Range Organic Turkey, Yukon Gold Creamy Potatoes, Butternut Squash, Challah Bread Herb Stuffing and more. We all know Thanksgiving isn’t complete without an All-American dessert. This year’s options include homemade Apple Pie, Pumpkin Pie and Chocolate Pecan Pie.   Children’s meals include Oven Roasted Turkey, Stuffing, Creamy Potatoes and Gravy. Those looking for leftovers can take a turkey sandwich to go. The Tomorrow’s Turkey Sandwich comes with Oven Roasted Turkey, Stuffing, Cranberry Chutney and Gravy on a Brioche bun. The Davio's Thanksgiving dinner is $85 per adult and $35 per child (12 years &amp; under). Featured Desserts are available for $15 each (excludes tax and gratuity). The full dinner menu is also available. Reservations are recommended and can be made by calling your desired location or visiting the Davio’s website. Menus may vary at each location.   WHEN:          Davio’s Thanksgiving dinner will be available at all MA locations on Thursday, November 28th from 11:00am - 8:00pm in addition to the full dinner menu.   Thanksgiving Dinner Oven Roasted Vermont Free-Range Organic Turkey Yukon Gold Creamy Potatoes Asparagus Butternut Squash Creamy Cipollini Onions, Fresh Peas Challah Bread Herb Stuffing Homemade Gravy Cranberry Chutney $85 per guest   Traditional Holiday Pies Homemade Apple Pie, Vanilla Gelato Pumpkin Pie, Chantilly Cream Chocolate Pecan Pie, Chantilly Cream  $15 each   Children Under 12 Oven Roasted Turkey, Stuffing, Creamy Potatoes, Gravy $35*   Tomorrow’s Turkey Sandwich – “To Go” Oven Roasted Turkey, Stuffing, Creamy Potatoes, Gravy, Brioche $19*   *Beverages, Tax &amp; Gratuity not included*

Friendsgiving Vino Flora Workshop

Gather your friends and celebrate Friendsgiving at Davio’s Northen Italian Steakhouse in Lynnfield. Build a flower arrangement at a Friendsgiving Vino Flora Workshop while enjoying a variety of passed appetizers and Davio’s fine wines. The Vino Flora Workshop in Lynnfield is set for Monday, November 25th&nbsp;at 5:00 p.m. Guests can create their own beautiful floral arrangement using a Davio’s wine bottle and freshly cut flowers presented by floral artist Asusena Texada. The same event will also be held at the Braintree location on&nbsp;Saturday, November 23rd&nbsp;at 1:00 p.m. The hands-on workshop is $105 per person. All necessary supplies such as tools, flowers and an empty bottle of wine reused to be a vase are included in the ticket pricing. Two glasses of Davio’s Reserve Wines and appetizers are also included. Tax and gratuity are not included. Limited seating is available. Tickets can be purchased online.

Tour of the Tre Venezie Wine Dinner

Join Davio’s Boston’s Back Bay on November 7th at 6 pm for a 5-course wine dinner. A set menu will be paired with wine tastings. Tickets are $175 per person. All attendees must be 21 years or older with a proper ID. Benvenuto Fig, Parmigiano Reggiano, Crostini Oysters Rockefeller Tuna Tartare, Wonton Chip 2023 Trebbiano, Pieropan Soave, Veneto Antipasto Butter Poached Lobster, Organic Mushrooms, Creamy Leeks 2022 Jermann Ramat Pinot Grigio, Friuli Farinaceo Hand-Rolled Potato Gnocchi, Organic Mushrooms, Basil, Truffle Butter 2021 Girlan Pinot Noir, ‘Patricia’, Alto Adige Carne del Giorno 55 Day Prime Aged Strip Steak, Fondant Potatoes, Asparagus, Bordelaise 2021 Allegrini ‘Palazzo della Torre’, Veneto Dolce Chocolate Ricotta Torte, Roasted Figs, Orange Bourbon Anglaise 2019 Allegrini Amarone Classico della Valpolicella, Veneto For additional questions, please call 617.357.4810

Halloween Cake & Champagne

Davio’s Northern Italian Steakhouse is hosting a Cake Decorating Workshop on Thursday, October 31st at 5:00 p.m. in Lynnfield. Pastry Chef Katy Idarraga will be leading the event! Guests are invited to enjoy a Champagne tasting as they master Halloween cake decorating skills during a hands-on workshop. Each guest will receive their own set of decorating supplies as well as a small cake to decorate and take home. There will be passed appetizers throughout the evening. <a href="https://davios.com/lynnfield/events/halloween-cake-champagne">Tickets</a> are $95 per person and should be purchased in advance. All guests must show a proper ID to take part in the champagne tasting.    Appetizers Assortment of Marinated Vegetables Cured Italian Meats Imported Cheeses Mixed Olives Seasonal Fruit Freshly Baked Bread   Bevande Champagne Tasting

Pumpkins and Prosecco at Davio's Braintree

Grab your family and enjoy a festive afternoon with Davio’s Northern Italian Steakhouse at an interactive pumpkin painting and Sunday brunch in Braintree. Pumpkins and Prosecco will be held on Sunday, October 20th at noon. Each child’s ticket includes a pumpkin, painting supplies and brunch. Adult tickets come with a glass of prosecco and brunch. Get in the Halloween spirit early and wear your best costume! The child with the best costume will win a prize and all guests receive a delicious cookie bag to take home. Stationary Brunch Menu Fresh Fruit Yogurt Granola Scrambled Eggs French Toast Pancakes Bacon Davio’s Pork Sausage Brunch Potatoes Assorted Pastries – Danishes, Croissants, Muffins Bagels, Smoked Salmon, Cream Cheese, Tomatoes, Red Onions,&nbsp;Capers &nbsp; &nbsp;

Cincoro Tequila Dinner at Davio's Seaport

Enjoy a four-course Cincoro Tequila Dinner at Davio’s Seaport on Saturday, October 19th at 6 pm.&nbsp;Each course is paired with a tequila tasting. Davio’s Chef/Owner Steve DiFillippo, Boston Celtics Owners and Wyc Grousbeck &amp; Emilia Fazzalari with Cincoro Tequila will all be in attendance. The 2024 Championship Celtics&nbsp;Trophy will also be on display! <a href="https://davios.com/seaport/events/cincoro-tequila-dinner-0?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR3gGjjoJzAr9b0aGN6nhLNxO5Z7sCussFIRL0zaBkhDxAjIGLOC7fa765Y_aem_4fOE_8dvTvS0-kDvsPzwZQ">Tickets</a> are available for $250 per person and should be purchased in advance as limited seating is available. 20% gratuity is included. All attendees must be 21 years or older.&nbsp;

Cincoro Tequila Dinner at Davio’s Seaport

Enjoy a four-course Cincoro Tequila Dinner at Davio’s Seaport on Saturday, October 19th at 6 pm. Each course is paired with a tequila tasting. Davio’s Chef/Owner Steve DiFillippo, Boston Celtics Owners and Wyc Grousbeck &amp; Emilia Fazzalari with Cincoro Tequila will all be in attendance. The 2024 Championship Celtics Trophy will also be on display! <a href="https://davios.com/seaport/events/cincoro-tequila-dinner-0?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR3gGjjoJzAr9b0aGN6nhLNxO5Z7sCussFIRL0zaBkhDxAjIGLOC7fa765Y_aem_4fOE_8dvTvS0-kDvsPzwZQ">Tickets</a> are available for $250 per person and should be purchased in advance as limited seating is available. All attendees must be 21 years or older.  Antipasto Butter Poached Lobster Tail, Creamy Corn, Vanilla, Butter Cincoro Tequila Blanco   Farinaceo Hand-Rolled Pumpkin Gnocchi, Shaved Truffles, Cacio e Pepe Cincoro Tequila Reposado   Carne Del Giorno 55 Day Wet Aged Snake River Wagyu, Potato Fondant, King Oyster Mushrooms, White Asparagus, Bordelaise Cincoro Tequila Anejo   Dolce Chocolate Soufflé, Crème Anglaise Cincoro Tequila Extra Anejo

NEW Health Charlestown Hosts FREE Community Outdoor Pilates Fusion Class with Local Instructor

North End Waterfront Health (NEW Health) is sponsoring a free outdoor Pilates Fusion class led by local instructor, Jennifer Phelan. The outdoor Pilates Fusion session will be held on Sunday, September 29 from 9 a.m. – 9:45 a.m., outside the Bunker Hill Monument. This high-energy, complimentary class will be a mix of Pilates, barre and core sculpting as attendees clear their minds, move their bodies and enjoy the fresh air with Jennifer, an award-winning Pilates instructor. Jennifer has more than 15 years of experience and owns JPPilates in Charlestown, which offers in-studio, outdoor and video classes. Spots for the Pilates class should be reserved online in advance. After class, all participants are invited to learn about the new pharmacy that opened at the NEW Health Charlestown location earlier this year and pharmacy gift bags will also be provided. Pharmacy services are available for everyone in the community, in addition to NEW Health patients, including those who speak all languages. This is only one of two pharmacies for the entire neighborhood, so it fulfilled a critical need. The Charlestown site is located at 15 Tufts Street, which is just a short walk from Bunker Hill Monument.

Bunker Hill Monument

Suits and Scotch at Davio’s Back Bay

Join Davio’s Northen Italian Steakhouse on Wednesday, September 18th from 5:00pm to 8:00pm for an exclusive evening where fashion meets flavor! Preview the latest tailored collection from Miltons while enjoying delicious passed appetizers and exquisite scotch tastings from Wyoming Whiskey, The Macallan, and Highland Park. 20% gratuity is not included. Tickets are $75 per person and must be purchased in advance.  Passed Antipasti Potato, Cheddar Puffs Lump Crab Cake, Aioli Tuna Tartare, Avocado, Wonton Chip Cider Bacon Wrapped Scallops Davio’s Meatballs Marinated Steak Skewers Blue Cheese Stuffed Dates, Bacon, Balsamic Philly Cheese Steak Spring Rolls®, Spicy Ketchup, Spicy Mayo Featured Cocktails Old Fashioned Wyoming Whiskey Double Cask Bourbon, Angostura Bitters, Simple, Orange Fall Highball The Macallan Double Cask 12 Year Old Scotch Whiskey, St. George Spiced Pear Liqueur, Soda, Lemon, Twist Featured Scotches Wyoming Whiskey Double Cask Bourbon Wyoming Outryder American Straight Whiskey 100 Proof Highland Park 18 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whiskey The Macallan Sherry Oak Cask 12 Year Old Scotch Whiskey The Macallan Double Cask 15 Year Old Scotch Whiskey

Vino Flora Workshop at Davio’s Lynnfield

Join us for an interactive experience while enjoying Davio’s wine and a spread of appetizers! Davio’s Northern Italian Steakhouse is hosting a Vino Flora Workshop in Lynnfield on Tuesday, September 3rd at 5:00 p.m. Guests can create their own beautiful floral arrangement using a Davio’s wine bottle and freshly cut flowers presented by floral artist Asusena Texada. The hands-on workshop is $105 per person. All necessary supplies such as tools, flowers and an empty bottle of wine reused to be a vase are included in the ticket pricing. Two glasses of Davio’s Reserve Wines and appetizers are also included. Tax and gratuity are not included. Limited seating is available. Tickets can be purchased online in advance.    Vino Flora Workshop Menu Assortment of Marinated Vegetables Cured Italian Meats Imported Cheeses Mixed Olives Seasonal Fruit Freshly Baked Bread   Davio’s Reserve Wines 2 glasses per guest Davio’s Reserve Wines (2 glasses per guest) Sauvignon Blanc – Davio’s Reserve, Russian River Valley Chardonnay - Davio’s Reserve, Russian River Valley Davio’s Rosé - Davio’s Reserve, Russian River Valley Pinot Noir - Davio’s Reserve, Russian River Valley Cabernet Sauvignon - Davio’s Reserve, Russian River Valley

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