After a not very satisfying first time at Uncle Frank’s tonight (just my brisket, the others things were fine), I cajoled my dining companions into some ice cream not too far away at Rick’s Ice Cream. I sampled the... (0 replies, last updated by Melanie Wong August 31, 2005)

I’m wondering if people have any suggestions for places to have a warm drink late at night in the general Boston/Cambridge area. Coffee, tea, hot chocolate, and the like. I think Cafe Pamplona in Harvard Square is still open... (3 replies, last updated by Joanie December 26, 2007)

Just had an excellent dinner at Aspen, 25th and Aspen in the Fairmount area. We live closeby and they’ve been open for over a year, but somehow we never got there before this. There’s a room with a large bar and a few... (0 replies, last updated by Sylvia G January 17, 2003)

A friend of mine suggested Warm Daddy’s at Columbus Blvd and Reed Street as a place to eat/catch some live music. Can anyone tell me if the food is good and is there live music on Sundays? I’m coming from NYC, so if... (2 replies, last updated by JSHAFT78 December 12, 2007)

I realize that in many places spring has not yet arrived, so please don’t read this if it’s just going to make you feel deprived. Anyway. In the sf bay area this weekend it was hot — in the 80’s — and... (13 replies, last updated by hill food May 1, 2008)

It happened to me again last Tuesday night. Red wine served too warm. As usual – I spooned out a few small ice cubes and put them into my glass, in front of the server. He was a bit aghast. I told him the wine was too warm... (12 replies, last updated by Wineman September 26, 2006)

hello hounds. i was wondering if anyone could weigh in on warming shelf vs. warming drawer. the ventilation hood i’m thinking of for my kitchen (viking chimney wall mount vcwh3648) includes a warming shelf with heat lamps.... (5 replies, last updated by sandih August 14, 2008)

I chilly scoop of homemade Blood Orange italian ice from Di Dio’s Italian Ices on Montana in Santa Monica is pure heaven on a warm summer night. (9 replies, last updated by PayOrPlay October 23, 2003)

I had a warm brownie with wanuts and ice cream at PJ Clarke’s last night. I never felt that good..... (12 replies, last updated by alysonlaurel January 6, 2008)

Last night I made myself a drink that really hit the spot on a cold evening: Canadian whiskey, lemon, sugar, and hot water. Does this drink have a name, or — as seems unlikely — did I invent it. Bottoms up, David A. (10 replies, last updated by Maccar555 December 14, 2008)

That’s what I was asked to come up with for dinner this weekend with some friends. A place that is warm, cozy & casual. Of course, casual in this sense will still mean “sort of” nice, given my dining companions... (7 replies, last updated by austx03 February 3, 2007)

of their crock pot in place of a lid and use that as a means of warming food. I often don’t leave anything on. Friday night I wrap the food well and turn off the oven right before I light candles. If I want to heat... (5 replies, last updated by Bryna Lee April 16, 2004)

went to osteria del circo last night. they had this dessert special of warm bread pudding topped with caramelized pecans. it was awesome. if you’re ever there and see it on the menu, you must order it. everything else wa or... (5 replies, last updated by wonki August 24, 1999)

....add a pinch of cayenne, and 2 slices of ginger and you’ve got Aunt Reba’s cold remmedy. It IS good for anytime—next to the fire in a bitter cold night or day. Really savory and satisfying. (6 replies, last updated by Youffraita December 22, 2006)

Maybe a warm bread pudding with bourbon sauce? Or Grand Marnier souffle? I have an excellent and easy recipe for that one. I also made some pecan pie tartlettes last night that were very good. Just did the Joy of Cooking recipe... (13 replies, last updated by sweetie December 15, 2006)