Review

Theater: Skylight’s ‘Candide’ Is a Marvel
Theater

Skylight’s ‘Candide’ Is a Marvel

Maybe too much clever staging of Voltaire story, Bernstein music, but great singing, fine acting.

Theater: All About Hip-Hop
Theater

All About Hip-Hop

Rep’s ‘Parental Advisory’ is one of a kind show about hip-hop’s place in American culture.

Dining: Riverfront Pizza Is a Waterside Respite
Dining

Riverfront Pizza Is a Waterside Respite

Great river views, good food and far more than just pizza.

Theater: Next Act’s ‘Splash Hatch’ Is Potent Drama
Theater

Next Act’s ‘Splash Hatch’ Is Potent Drama

Densely layered play with a quirky titie captures the dread and hopes of inner city life.

Theater: ‘Laughs in Spanish’ Rarely Delivers It
Theater

‘Laughs in Spanish’ Rarely Delivers It

Comic whodunit plot with telenovela echoes gets uneven MCT production.

Theater: ‘Run Bambi Run’ Is a Spectacular Production
Theater

‘Run Bambi Run’ Is a Spectacular Production

Rep’s new rock musical about Laurie Bembenek lacks depth, but pulsates with energy and attitude.

Dining: Heaven’s Table Is Paradise for BBQ Fans
Dining

Heaven’s Table Is Paradise for BBQ Fans

So many kinds of Texas-style barbecue with a secret recipe and great side dishes.

Theater: ‘Country Sunshine’ Is Packed With Songs
Theater

‘Country Sunshine’ Is Packed With Songs

Rep's show mostly a concert with anecdotes, but lead songstress Katie Deal is the real deal.

Dining: La Canoa Serves Up So Many Different Dishes
Dining

La Canoa Serves Up So Many Different Dishes

The menu seems endless, the food good, the atmosphere colorful with a beach vibe.

Dining: Hungry Sumo Won’t Leave You Hungry
Dining

Hungry Sumo Won’t Leave You Hungry

Bay View bistro offers sushi and other Asian fare. A big menu with good food.

Dining: Seven Swans Creperie Is So Lovely
Dining

Seven Swans Creperie Is So Lovely

Cozy, artsy atmosphere, and savory and sweet crepes that are delicious.

Dining: Explorium Brewpub Has Huge Menu
Dining

Explorium Brewpub Has Huge Menu

Downtown pub has historic atmosphere, good food and crazy beers like Key Lime Cheesecake.