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3 Recipes for those Christmas Summer Date Ideas

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The following article is a guest post, courtesy of Bronson Farr

Hey Bagels!


This week we are celebrating Christmas in summer, and nothing says “Christmas Time” like a cup of warm hot chocolate. We found some frosty versions of the classic winter treat to try at home, so grab your snow gear and get ready for some winter themed summer date ideas!  *To all the Men of CMB this is a great way to impress your date with your kitchen skills.
Frozen Hot Chocolate – This cold version of hot chocolate was created by the famous Serendipity 3 dessert restaurant in New York. Thanks to Brown Eyed Baker, you don’t have to fly all the way there if you are dying for something chilly and delicious.

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Meet frozen hot chocolate, not to be confused with its cousin cold chocolate milk. It takes great offense when people get the two mixed up.

Frozen White Hot Chocolate – As if frozen hot chocolate wasn’t good enough already! The creative mind of Dine & Dish, Kristen Doyle, has created a tasty drink that will make you think you have a winter wonderland in your cup.

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Winter wonderland in a cup, anyone?

 

Classic Hot Chocolate – While it isn’t chilled, it’s still fun to drink anytime of year. What separates this recipe from the rest is the hilarious writing of Fucking Recipes. So go “TRASH-TALK A COW UNTIL SHE STARTS PLAYING ROCK METAL AND HANDS YOU…HER DELICIOUS MILK.”

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Because instant hot cocoa mix is too mainstream.

 

Best Summer Date Ideas: DC Festivals

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The following article is a guest post, courtesy of Bronson Farr

Hey Bagels,
This is our last post about summer festivals happening around the U.S. We previously posted about Chicago, San Francisco, LA, NYC, and Boston. Now we are in the nation’s capital, Washington D.C., and has some of the best summer date ideas waiting for you.
1) Northern Virginia Brewfest– Grabbing an ice cold Budweiser or Coors Light may be the perfect way to compliment a warm summer day, but not at the Northern Virginia Brewfest. This festival will feature more than 60 breweries from around the United States.

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Mad Fox Brewing Company is one of the many breweries that will be at the Northern Virginia Brewfest.

What: Northern Virginia Brewfest
Where: Morven Park (41793 Tutt Lane, Leesburg, VA, 20176)
When: Sat., June 22, 11am-9pm; Sun., June 23, 10am-7pm

2) Smithsonian’s Folklife Festival– Discover your roots at this rich, cultural festival happening on National Mall of the United States. With different cultures from across the world being showcased, there really is something for everyone. Entry into this event is free of charge.

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Who doesn’t walk their camel at the Folklife festival?

What: Smithsonian Folklife Festival
Where: National Mall of the United States
When: Wed.-Sun., June 26-30 & July 3-7, 11am-5:30pm

Best Summer Date Ideas: Festivals in Boston

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The following article is a guest post, courtesy of Bronson Farr

Hey CMBers,
We previously looked at summer festivals in Chicago, San Francisco, LA, and NYC. We’ve now arrived in Boston, where there is food galore! Hope you’re hungry because we’re about to explore some of the best summer date ideas for foodies in Boston.
1) Phantom Gourmet Beach BBQ Party– Come out for a day of ribs, brisket, sausage, and more! This event attracts barbeque teams from Texas to Australia. It may not be the best first date, but it’s definitely a perfect date for foodies.

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At the Phantom Gourmet Beach BBQ Party there is a wide variety of vendors to choose from.

What: Phantom Gourmet Beach BBQ Park
Where: City Hall Plaza, One City Hall Square, Boston, MA
When: June 21-23 (Friday-Sunday)

2) Boston JerkFest 2013– If you’re thinking this is an annual gathering for Boston’s finest douchebags, you are waaaaaayyy off target. The Boston JerkFest offers a taste of the Caribbean Islands as well as Jamaican Jerk cooking. This is a new level of spicy for all of the adventurous types out there.

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Jamaican me crazy!

What: Boston JerkFest 2013

Where: Benjamin Franklin Institute of Technology, Tremont St. Entrance (directly across the street from 478 Tremont St)

When: Saturday, June 29; 11am-3pm & 4-8pm

Best Summer Date Ideas in Chicago: Festivals

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The following article is a guest post, courtesy of Bronson Farr

Hey Bagels,
It’s summer time and the weather is nice, what more could you ask for? How about summer festivals with a side of date ideas? This series will be dedicated to summer festivals that will be happening in your area. First we’ll take a look at some of the events in Chicago. These cool happenings are also some great summer date ideas in Chicago.
SausageFest Chicago– No, it’s not what you’re thinking…Unless if you’re thinking about hot dogs, sausages, and other encased meats at this delicious food at this festival. If you’re date is a foodie fanatic, this the spot for you.

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Nothing is better that a street dog after a long day.

What: SausageFest Chicago
Where: Sheffield Ave. & Addison St.
When: June 15 & 16; noon  10pm

Eyes to the Sky Festival– Come out to Lisle Community Park from July 3-7 to see the famous hot air balloons at the Eyes to the Sky Festival. There will also be a carnival as well as a 4th of July fireworks show. Besides, what could be more romantic than strolling through the park and watching hot air balloons with your date?

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Hot air balloons getting ready to take off at the Eyes to the Sky Festival

What: Eyes to the Sky Festival
Where: Lisle Community Park
When: July 3-7

Chicago Summer Dance – If or your date have two left feet, and have been wanting to go out dancing check out Chicago Summer Dance. From swing to salsa you can learn how to groove for free all summer long.

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People dancing in Grant Park for Chicago Summer Dance

What: Chicago Summer Dance
Where: Spirit of Music Garden, Grant Park
When: Jun. 27-Sept. 15; Thu-Sat 6-9:30pm, Sun 4-7pm

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Top 10 Summer Happy Hour Bars in Chicago

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It’s the official start of the summer!
Summer is here, and so are we! Perfect time to hang out with friends, soak up some rays and get Bagel’d. We want you to rock as hard as possible, so we put together a Top 10 Summer Happy Hour Bars in Chicago, just for you. We’ve also partnered with some of them to bring you some exclusive deals.
How to redeem the exclusive deals @ Sidebar Grille, Rittergut Wine Bar & The Florentine: Show the below map & mention “Coffee Meets Bagel”

Top 10 Summer Happy Hour Bars in Chicago

Top 10 things to do in SF this summer

Top 10 things to do in SF this summer!

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It’s the official start of the summer!
Summer is here, and so are we! Perfect time to hang out with friends, soak up some rays and get Bagel’d. We want you to rock as hard as possible, so we put together a Top 10 Things To Do in SF this Summer, Coffee Meets Bagel style.
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 Top 10 things to do in SF this summer

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Top 10 Cheap & Fun Things to Do:
1. 34th America’s Cup: Concert starts 5/30; Competition starts 7/4, Marina
San Francisco is hosting the 34th annual America’s Cup this summer! Spectator tickets go for as low as $15. An outdoor concert series kicks off on May 30th with amazing line-ups: Sting, The Jonas Brothers, Sublime, Jason Mraz and more.
2. Free Opera @ AT&T Park: TBD, AT&T Park
Watch a free livestream of the SF Opera at AT&T Park. Guests can sit on the actual field that the Giants play on! The date will be announced soon on the SF opera homepage.
3. Shakespeare in the Park:  Sat. & Sunday @ 2pm from 8/31 – 9/15, Main Post Parade Ground Lawn
For the 31st season of Shakespeare in the park, Kenneth Kelleher returns to direct Macbeth. Enjoy the suspenseful plot & thrilling scenes of witchcraft & swordplay in the Bard’s masterpiece for FREE in the company of sun & greens.
4. Stern Grove Festival: Sundays @ 2pm from 6/16 – 8/18, Sigmund Stern Grove Park
This free festival showcases various types of performing arts including ballet, symphony, rock bands, quartets and even opera!
5. Chipotle Festival: 6/8, Golden Gate Park
If you love Chipotle and live music, this is the place for you! Watch celebrity chefs like Michael Chiarello cook different chipotle recipes while rocking out to artists like Mayor Hawthorne & Walk the moon. Best part? It’s completely FREE!
6. Fillmore Jazz Festival: 7/6 – 7/7, Fillmore St. between Jackon & Eddy
Check out the largest FREE jazz festival on the West Coast. Groove to the sound of live jazz from multiple stages while strolling through 12 blocks worth of fine art, crafts and gourmet food & beverages.
7. Off the Grid picnic @ Presidio: Sundays @ 11 am all summer, Main post in the Presidio
Enjoy picnicking in the sun at the Presidio and leave the picnic basket behind! 30+ gourmet food trucks await, so all you have to bring is your stomach!
8. Oakland First Fridays Art Festival:  First Fridays @ 5pm all summer, Telegraph Ave. from West Grand to 27th St., Oakland
Every first Friday Oakland’s cultural art community springs to life with galleries, street performers, local artists and, for those with discerning palates, culinary artisans as well. Free and open to everyone!
9. Ferry Building Farmer’s Market: Every Saturday all year around, Ferry building on Embarcadero
Come to the Ferry Building for a breathtaking view of the Bay Bridge and to check out assortment of artisan shops and the 30+ food trucks and local producers that line up outside. This is a year around event and every local knows about it but it’s a perfect way to spend your Saturday during the summer we just had to include it.
10. Outsidelands: 8/9 – 8/11, Golden Gate Park
So this one is kind of expensive; but it’s such an awesome event and is internationally renowned, so we thought what the hell, you can afford to splurge once. The lineup features Red Hot Chili Peppers, Hall and Oates, Paul McCartney and many more of your favorite bands
 
Top 10 Summer Bars in SF: Drinking under the Sun & Stars
1. Zeitgeist: 199 Valencia St., Mission / Yelp: ✪ ✪ ✪ ✪ 2,048 reviews
Have you ever picnicked at a bar? Here’s your chance. Features an enormous outdoor patio, picnic tables & a BBQ grill! Try the house bloody mary.
2. El Rio: 3158 Mission St., Mission / Yelp: ✪ ✪ ✪ ✪ 523 reviews
Everything you need for a fun summer night: outdoor patio, cheap oysters & margaritas, live music & free dance lessons!
3. Jones: 620 Jones, Tenderloin / Yelp: ✪ ✪ ✪ ✪ 545 reviews
Swing by this awesome rooftop bar for an amazing view of the city.
4. Tipsy Pig: 2231 Chestnut St., Marina/ Yelp: ✪ ✪ ✪ ✪ 869 reviews
Nice gastropub with a spacious backyard patio and a large & eclectic beer selection! Pair a beer with one of their famous salted pretzels and a side of their amazing bacon cheese sauce dip.
5. Biergarten: 424 Octavia St., Hayes Valley / Yelp: ✪ ✪ ✪ ✪ 180 reviews
Summer in a pint glass. An old school Beer Garden with a superb beer selection. The line can get outrageous so be there early or on the later side. Opens at 3 pm.
6. Water Bar: 399 The Embarcadero South, Embarcadero / Yelp: ✪ ✪ ✪ ✪ 1,275 reviews
Who can say no to $1 oysters? Oyster HH is everyday from 11:30 am to 5:30 pm. Sit outside, order a glass of wine, a dozen of oysters and enjoy the view of the SF Bay.
7. Fat Angel:  1740 O’Farrell St., Western Addition/ Yelp: ✪ ✪ ✪ ✪ ✪ 430 reviews
Romantic nook with an impressive selection of wine, beer and delectable charcuterie plates. Come early & sit outside!
8. Bazaar Cafe: 5927 California St., Outer Richmond / Yelp: ✪ ✪ ✪ ✪ 207 reviews
In the mood for drinks under the stars? Then take a seat on the patio. Live music & good food, open day and night.
9. The Ramp: 855 Terry Francois St., Dogpatch / Yelp: ✪ ✪ ✪ ✪ 622 reviews
It’s SF’s worst kept secret but we couldn’t resist including it on the list. In the far, far away land of Dogpatch lies the perfect waterside bar where you can lounge all day in the sun with a nice beer, and admire the amazing view of the sea.
10. BIG:  761 Post St., Tenderloin / Yelp: ✪ ✪ ✪ ✪ ✪ 94 reviews
Of course we have to include at least one mixology place. Dark indoor bar but crazy good cocktails. Tell the mixologist your favorite booze, ingredient, and style and they’ll whip up something amazing.
 
Top 10 Summer Restaurants in SF: Al Fresco Dining
1. Zazie: 941 Cole St., Cole Valley / Yelp: ✪ ✪ ✪ ✪ 2,133 reviews
Friendly, neighborhood French Bistro with the coziest garden patio. Staff will treat you like family. Seating outside is first come first serve so be sure to come early!
2. Arlequin: 384 Hayes St., Hayes Valley / Yelp: ✪ ✪ ✪ ✪ 420 reviews
A cafe with a leafy, community garden in the back. It’s like having lunch in Hobbit Town. Try their reuben, it’s amazing.
3. Devil’s Teeth Baking Company:  3876 Noriega St., Sunset / Yelp: ✪ ✪ ✪ ✪ 429 reviews
Order any sandwich (they make the bread in house) on the menu (Beignets on Sundays!) and walk over to the beach. EVERYTHING here is amazing.
4. The Plant Cafe Organic:  Embarcadero Pier 3, Embarcadero / Yelp: ✪ ✪ ✪ ✪ 567 reviews
Sit in the outdoor area, soak in the view of the Bay Bridge and treat your taste buds to the healthy Californian food made from the freshest local produce.
5. Skool: 1725 Alameda St., Potrero Hill / Yelp: ✪ ✪ ✪ ✪ 567 reviews
Uni flan anyone? Hidden behind The SF Design Center, Skool offers creative seafood, a large dining terrace and a modern, industrial atmosphere.
6. Cafe Divine:  1600 Stockton St., North Beach / Yelp: ✪ ✪ ✪ ✪ 469 reviews
Tables overlooking Washington Square Park, great food, and live classical music. Each day showcases a different instrument (accordion, bass, piano, acoustic guitar) so be sure to check their homepage before going.
7. Cafe Flore:  2298 Market St., Duboce / Yelp: ✪ ✪ ✪ ✪ 652 reviews
Lush, green outside patio serves as an oasis from the busy streets of Duboce triangle. Order a simple soup, sandwich & soak up the sun on the patio.
8. Aracely Restaurants: 1201 8th St., SOMA / Yelp: ✪ ✪ ✪ 13 reviews
Axis Café was reborn as Aracely early this year. 3 stars and few reviews but give it a chance! Why? Here’s one reason: bottomless mimosas on a gorgeous patio on a sunny day! Wait, is that three reasons? Who cares, just go!
9. American Grilled Cheese Kitchen: 1 S. Park Ave., SOMA / Yelp: ✪ ✪ ✪ ✪ 956 reviews
Outdoor seating + crazy varieties of grilled cheese sandwiches (try the mac n cheese one!) + awesome happy hour = Summer Heaven (Tip: Avoid game days if you don’t want to wait forever).
10. Brenda’s French Soul Food: 652 Polk St., Tenderloin / Yelp: ✪ ✪ ✪ ✪ 3,602 reviews
So this one is not an Al fresco dining place. BUT! It’s the best Cajun food in town and it has the most watermelon iced tea that will help you cool off the summer! Try their collection of both savory & sweet beignets (crayfish, plain, chocolate and apple) – to die for.