The Blarney Stone Brings Flare to Boston with Upscale Comfort Fare from Executive Chef Judith Kalish and a Classy New Cocktail Menu

With a stylish new look, The Blarney Stone introduces a new executive chef and launches revamped menu with a Valentines Day prix fixe tasting event. The Blarney Stone, best known as Dorchesters hidden nightspot gem, is now becoming a dining destination hotspot with the launch of their new upscale comfort fare menu, designed exclusively by executive chef, Judith Kalish. The new menu which has been available since December, officially launches February 14th (Valentines Day) with a prix fixe wine dinner. A monthly wine dinner will subsequently be held on the first Tuesday of every month. Unveiled in tandem is The Blarney Stones stylish new look, expanded wine selection, and classic cocktail menu.

Boston, MA (PRWEB) February 6 2004---The Blarney Stone, best known as Dorchesters hidden nightspot gem, is now becoming a dining destination hotspot with the launch of their new upscale comfort fare menu, designed exclusively by executive chef, Judith Kalish. The new menu, which has been available since December, officially launches February 14th (Valentines Day) with a prix fixe wine dinner. A monthly wine dinner will subsequently be held on the first Tuesday of every month. Unveiled in tandem is The Blarney Stones stylish new look, expanded wine selection, and classic cocktail menu.

"Great food comes from using the freshest and highest quality ingredients possible. As long as you use correct cooking techniques and prepare the food with respect and integrity, you should achieve great results," said Judith Kalish, new executive chef at The Blarney Stone. Im extremely excited how this one-of-a-kind menu has turned out because it delivers a much needed dining destination to this up-and-coming neighborhood."

To coincide with the new menu launch, The Blarney Stone will offer on February 14th a 3-course wine dinner prix fixe ($45 wine included, $30 food only). Thereafter, a monthly tasting menu featuring specialty menu highlights will take place on the first Tuesday of every month. In addition, tasty and innovative new cocktails are available including Mai Tais, Cactus Pear Margaritas, Mojitos, Galaxy Chocolate Martinis, Cosmic Raspberry Martinis and many more.

New Dinner Menu Entrées include:

HALF ROASTED CHICKEN - Served in a Lemon Chicken Sauce with Sautéed Garlicky Broccoli & Double Baked Potato

SPICY JAMBALAYA - With Chicken, Andouille Sausage & Shrimp Served with Rice, Peppers, Onions & Scallions

GRILLED 14OZ NY SIRLOIN- With Blue Cheese Butter. Choice of Creamy Mashed Potato or Steak Fries and Field Greens

LAMB STEW - Served Over Creamy Mashed Potato with Swiss Chard & Carrots, Drizzled with a Cucumber Mint Yogurt

SWEET POTATO RAVIOLI - Served in a Light Cream Sauce with Spinach, Tomatoes, Garlic, Caramelized Onions, Mushrooms, and Fresh Grated Parmesan

CHICKEN ANGELHAIR PASTA -- With Sautéed Chicken, Broccoli, and Swiss Chard in a Light Tomato Cream Sauce

SAUTÉED SHRIMP WITH BASIL FETTUCCINE -- With Sautéed Shrimp, Spinach, Tomato, Lemon and Garlic in a White Wine Sauce... and much more!

About The Blarney Stone

A hidden gem in Dorchester, The Blarney Stone combines upscale comfort food, classy cocktails, and great service all within a stylish atmosphere. Cushioned lounges, exposed brick walls, 20-foot ceilings, outdoor patio, pool tables, dance floor and a polished 30-foot wrap around cherry bar makes anyones night memorable and fun. The Blarney Stone is centrally located at 1505 Dorchester Avenue in Fields Corner (Dorchester), and is easily accessible by the Fields Corner Red Line MBTA stop. Executive Chef - Judith Kalish. For more information about the restaurant please call 617.436.8223, or email ben@blarneystoneboston.com. The restaurants website is www.BlarneyStoneBoston.com. Group reservations are available.

For press inquiries, please contact:

Monica Hargis

Director of Marketing & Events

The Blarney Stone -- Peking Toms

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Tel: 617.778.0503 Mob: 617.519.8736

Fax: 617.778.7829

Email: monica@pekingtom.com

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