Weekend Picks – October 21st

Eat:
Order up a Pu Pu Platter filled with Chinese inspired bites for $15.  Stephi’s in Southie hosts Tiki Fridays every Friday night!  Enjoy tiki cocktails like Mai Tais and scorpion bowls too!

Drink:
Grand Ten has a new batch of brandy just in time for Fall!  Straight Apple Brandy is made from a single season of select apples from New England orchards that have been crushed, fermented on the skins, distilled twice, and aged in oak.  Check out their website for cocktail recipes or head to their newly open bar and check out Grand Ten in person!  Tastings and tours are available too!

Shop:
Bringing up Baby is hosting a special Luna & Stella trunk show on Saturday, October 22nd from 12pm-5pm.  Shop the beautiful collection of unique, handcrafted personal jewelry.

Dance:
Kick it old school Southie-style at Seapoint (367 East Eighth Street). Revisit the good old days and enjoy Southie DJ legend Dru Errico as he spins the tunes at Seapoint  Saturday night beginning at 8pm.   Plan on dancing the night away to such local favorites like Happy Radio and Young Hearts Run Free!  No cover charge.  Plenty of parking!

Celebrate:
The fall festivities at The Lawn On D continue with Oktoberfest On D brought to you by Spaten! This three-day event has all the ingredients for an authentic Bavarian experience: Oktoberfest beers, traditional German music, and lots and lots of pretzels!  To reserve your spot visit here! 

Taste:
Make plans to stop by American Provision on Saturday, October 22nd from 6pm-8pm for a grand tasting of wine and cheese!  10% off everything in the story too!  Craft Beer Cellar in Fort Point is sampling Rising Tide from Portland Maine on Thursday and a Bordeaux tasting on Friday.  Social Wines is hosting a tasting on Thursday featuring Fall beer and cider!

Workout:
Workout rooftop style at Coppersmith with East Side’s Laura G for a special bootcamp class!  Post workout mimosas at the bar immediately following.  Make sure to bring a mat and dress accordingly! Register here!

Unwind:
Back by popular demand – Restorative Yoga Workshop with Jessi Dellert at East Side Yoga and Fitness.  Register for this two hour workshop to relax, unwind and de-stress on Sunday, October 23rd beginning at 1pm! Sounds like heaven!  This class is sure to sellout so book your spot today! Cost is $40.  To register visit here! 

Family Fun Pick:
Take a magical journey! A local favorite, The Children’s Magical Halloween Castle, takes place on Saturday, October 22nd and Sunday, October 23rd 12pm-4pm each day.  The Castle Island Association transforms Fort Independence at Castle Island into a family friendly Halloween showcase.  Enjoy magic tricks, storytelling, popcorn and treats.  Don’t forget to wear your costume. This event is free and open to the public.