New Happy Hour Spot Opens in Downtown Hartford | The Press
It may have the same bones, but you’d hardly recognize the newly revamped space that used to occupy the former Black Bear Saloon. This new restaurant and bar in Downtown Hartford, The Press, now parades a newspaper themed speakeasy interior, with classic prohibition cocktails and uniquely “pressed” foods. Surrounding the establishment hangs large prints of old […]
Local Band POSSM Creates An All-Day Music Festival in Hartford
Ready for something different Hartford? How about a first-ever, free public celebration of local music featuring musical performances, hands-on music activities, local food, beer and more? On September 8th this idea comes to life as the Hartbeat Music Festival, at Downtown Hartford’s Riverfront at Mortenson Plaza (located adjacent to the Connecticut Science Center). The creators, a […]
New Restaurant Porrón & Piña Opening in Hartford’s Goodwin Hotel
Recently, it has been announced that the historic Goodwin Hotel is welcoming new restaurant, Porrón & Piña this April. Porrón will be taking over where Harlan Brasserie once occupied, while Piña will entering the Sidebar area, both serving cuisine inspired by Spanish routes.
New ‘Banh Meee’ Restaurant Opens in Hartford
Location: 399 Capitol Ave, Hartford, Connecticut Hours: 11:30AM to 8PM MON – TUES (these are soft opening hours) You’ve most likely seen their bright yellow food truck parked around Hartford at one point or another. And now, shortly after the beloved GoldBurger’s left Capitol Ave in Frog Hollow, this Vietnamese style restaurant, Banh Meee, quickly took its place and […]
The Best Happy Hours in Hartford
It’s winter… there’s no denying that. And unfortunately, this season throws our beloved farmers markets, hiking trips and outdoor festivals all out of the equation. Leaving us with only one way to warm up from the sub-zero degree weather. Alcohol. So we put together a list of the top Happy Hours in Hartford, so you […]
10 Inexpensive (and Free!) Things to do this Holiday Season
Between baking and cooking for every holiday party you go to, buying presents for your family, friends, neighbors, neighbor’s dogs etc.. The holidays can be an expensive time of year. Here are 10 things to do around the Hartford area to get you in the holiday spirit without breaking the bank. Ice Skating in Bushnell […]
CT’s Premier New Year’s Eve Celebration
When: Sunday, December 31, 2017 | 9PM – 1AM Where: Bond Ballroom | 338 Asylum Street, Penthouse Floor, Hartford, CT It’s that time of the year again. No, not Christmas. The time of year our beloved Mitch Jackson and Raj Tarabishy, team up to bring us their annual epic CT New Year’s Eve party. Since 2012, […]
New Paint and Wine Business Opens on Pratt Street
There’s no greater sense of excitement than seeing a new business open in downtown Hartford – ESPECIALLY when it’s a new opening on Pratt Street. A couple weeks ago, while I was walking to grab lunch, I noticed a ‘Painting with a Twist’ sign on the window of what used to be Stackpole’s. I immediately […]
Celebrate Friendsgiving at Hartford’s Republic at the Linden
Friendsgiving; the night before Thanksgiving that’s specially reserved for spending time with friends, eating food, and most importantly, drinking. OR, also known as the night you go out with all your high school friends to pre-game before Thanksgiving day. Whichever way you look at it, this year, we’re teaming up with Republic at the Linden […]
Tim Restall Recaps the Hartford Yard Goats First Season
This past season, Hartford was transformed with the opening of the new Dunkin’ Donuts Park, home to the Yard Goats baseball team. Every time there was a home game, you could feel the energy in the air. Everyone was excited to support a local Hartford team. And now, even with the season over, the stadium […]