Great Scott!

So this past week I got in the car, grabbed the best friend, and drove into Allston Village, right outside of Boston.

Now I have been there before briefly, but this is the first time I’ve actually spent a substantial amount of time in the place, and OH! how I enjoyed it. Everyone we encountered was very friendly, and it seemed like a very progressive and artsy part of Boston.

We started out eating a delicious dinner at Grasshopper, an asian inspired all-vegan restaurant. I ordered the no-name special and was STUNNED that it was vegan. It was dense, filling and had none of the tofu or soy aftertaste that some vegan dishes can have. They also have a vegan-”cheese”cake that is to die for. You’ll be amazed, trust me.

Next we walked over to the Great Scott where my friend’s friend’s band was playing. (Bearstronaut). They hail from Lowell Massachusetts and had a really great sound with electro undertones. They know how to work the stage too and were dancing and really getting into the music. Great performance for such a young crew.

So moral of the story? Go explore Allston for a day and grab a concert, almost all the venues are 18+ (screw downtown Boston and its 21+ shit), and most concerts are $15 or under. Future note: The Ting Tings, well known for their song on the current iPod ad are coming to the Great Scott June 19th, 18+ $10 at the door. See you there!!

http://grasshoppervegan.com
http://www.myspace.com/bearstronautmusi
www.greatscottboston.com/