She’s still got it. Performing some of her most beloved and well-known hit songs along with new upbeat tunes from her latest effort “Hard Candy” Madonna gave 100 percent to a full house at the TD Banknorth Garden October 15 in Boston. [...]
CIA Confidential: secrets to cooking techniques
Oct. 8, 2008 Leave a Comment
Braising lamb shanks? Sauteing onions just right? Making the perfect cup of coffee at home? These basic, and not-so-basic, cooking techniques are drawn out in detail in a colorful and informative anthology cookbook by one of the most renowned cooking schools in the world.‚ “The Culinary Institute of America Cookbook: Over 375 of Our Favorite [...]
Merry go around with Vicky Cristina Barcelona
Sept. 17, 2008 Leave a Comment
Three characters left me pensive, lightheaded and in‚ good humor; Vicky,‚ Cristina and the city of Barcelona Woody Allen’s latest offering is witty, quick and heartfelt cutting to the raw passion and beauty of Spain, a city filled with Gaudi’s most memorable architecture, sculpture, and forlorn ingenues in love. Allen’s writing and directing is back with a [...]
21 is a safe bet to bring down the house
April 5, 2008 1 Comment
Vegas, baby. The city of sin evokes imagery of pure entertainment, pleasure and extravagant indulgence, but for some, Las Vegas is a playground to practice a very serious business, one that is not so much illegal as it is frowned upon. No, the crew from Ocean’s 11, 12 and 13 aren’t on the loose knocking [...]
A National Treasure-part two
Jan. 2, 2008 Leave a Comment
Conspiracy theorists rejoice; National Treasure: Book of Secrets is the perfect fix for adventure-seekers as well as the whole family thanks to a PG rating. Bringing back our favorite team of historical junkies, Ben Gate, Abigail Chase and Riley Poole, this latest quest for treasure begins with a turn of events, historical events that is. [...]
Dance: Boston
March 1, 2007 Leave a Comment
Dance Meccas around the world are New York City, Los Angeles and Moscow, but did anyone take a look at the plethora of dance performances, opportunities and innovations in Boston? Over the past few months it’s become more and more apparent that Boston is growing as a dance center for traveling companies, dance instruction schools [...]
