US – Wednesday, March 10
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The week's releases
Metro staff reviews the latest CDs, DVDs and books for your reading pleasure.
 
Movies
An ‘Ugly’ farewell and a role in a ‘Wedding’
It’s time to say so long to “Ugly Betty” as America Ferrera returns to the big screen this month with “Our Family Wedding,” a culture-clash comedy about a Mexican-American law student (Ferrera) who brings her African-American fiancé (Lance Gross) home to meet her caught-off-guard family. It’s the actress’ first film since the announcement that her 4-year-old ABC comedy won’t be returning in the fall.
 
The Word
A little mother and daughter quality time
When your mom is the never-aging Demi Moore, you probably have to spice up your mother/daughter relationship with a little more than just having brunch together.
 
The Word
A little mother and daughter quality time
When your mom is the never-aging Demi Moore, you probably have to spice up your mother/daughter relationship with a little more than just having brunch together.
 
Movies
An ‘Ugly’ farewell and a role in a ‘Wedding’
It’s time to say so long to “Ugly Betty” as America Ferrera returns to the big screen this month with “Our Family Wedding,” a culture-clash comedy about a Mexican-American law student (Ferrera) who brings her African-American fiancé (Lance Gross) home to meet her caught-off-guard family. It’s the actress’ first film since the announcement that her 4-year-old ABC comedy won’t be returning in the fall.
 
Stinky cheese festival
Menus tend to avoid the adjective, but for the next week, “stinky” will take top billing at nine NYC French restaurants during the Annual Winter Cheese Festival (www.tourdefrancenyc.com).
 
New York Going Out
Gin, meat and one full night
Gin and meat. If that combo makes your inner-Brit all tingly just thinking about it, attend next week’s Gin and Meat seminar at Brooklyn Kitchen Labs. Join butcher Tom Mylan and Bombay Sapphire’s master mixologist, James Moreland, as they pair and discuss meat dishes (from porterhouse steaks to chorizo-stuffed duck hearts) with classic and contemporary gin
Philly Going Out
Pushing the limits of grilled cheese
The grilled cheese is a simple and fulfilling sandwich that is as uncomplicated as they come. But that doesn’t mean that it cannot rise to great heights.
 
New York Going Out
Playing the numbers game
General manager Bryan McGuire has been at the ‘21’ Club for 23 years and is around to witness their 80th anniversary (we know, that’s a lot of numbers). We spoke with McGuire about the famed dining institution (it has hosted every president since FDR — except for W. — and hundreds of celebrities) to give you a little cheat sheet about the former Prohibition speakeasy turned pillar of New York culinary culture.
Philly Going Out
Bring some joy back to happy hour
Happy hour seems like such a great idea on paper: discounted drinks, half-price food, a perfect way to blow off some steam after work. In reality, unfortunately, you’re looking at the same boring special of aluminum bottles and gross mozzarella sticks. But not every happy hour has to be packed with people you were tired of eight hours before.
 

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Boston Going Out
Where to go and what to do
 
New York Going Out
Julieta Ballesteros is a mole master
Known as one of New York City’s premiere Mexican chefs, Julieta Ballesteros not only oversees the direct operation of her Chelsea restaurant Crema, but she’s also the consulting chef of the new Mexican restaurant MXco — the latest endeavor of John Dempsey and Maren Powell, owners of the city’s Vynl restaurants. Oh yeah, and she’s also plotting to crush Bobby Flay if she ever gets the chance.
Philly Going Out
In praise of bread baskets
It’s a free and often overlooked part of a meal, but quality bread service is not merely a distraction to keep you at bay until the appetizers arrive.
 
 
 

New York Going Out
Valentine’s Day dining made easy
Valentine’s Day is the day when every single couple decides to eat out. Luckily, this year the holiday falls on a Sunday, giving a whole weekend of dining options. We’ve included some hot choices here. But whatever you pick — be sure to make a reservation now.
 
Going Out
Chef with a mastery of meat
Where to watch the big game and drink a big drink
Where to go and what to do
Crushing on the can
Out with the old Restaurant Row
Restaurant Week Truck gets soupy
Stepping up to the cheese plate
Drink like Don Draper — and your grandfather
Grown-up pizza and beer — a love story
New sounds, new look for a UCity venue
Going Out
To do in 2010: Find the best Thai food in Philly
Finally, a Hot Chef for all four seasons
Have a happy New Year’s Eve — and skip the lines
Angelo Sosa likes it ‘fast and casual’
The latest hot spot on Stone Street
A whole new shelf life at a Passyunk grocery store
Give thanks (for restaurants)
The Stanton Social fills out its dance card
Pumpkin picking
A Philly twist on a Vietnamese specialty dish
 
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Music
MMMpod
The March MMMpod features conversation and music from Surfer Blood and The Allman Brothers Band (There's a double-bill you're not too likely to see. However, Gregg Allman does mention Hannah Montana!). We also speak with Vampire Weekend and the Dropkick Murphys.
 
 
 
Metro Life Panel
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