Do V-Day At Viale

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Viale
502 Massachusetts Ave
Cambridge, MA 02139
(617) 576-1900
vialecambridge.com

Alright guys, Valentine's Day is almost here.

Ugh, trust us we know- it's a completely commercial holiday that just suckers you into buying that special someone in your life flowers, chocolate and jewelry.

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Well instead of just getting your sweetie some random gift, how about doing something that you'll both enjoy? This year do something different and head to Viale for a delicious Mediterranean inspired meal you'll love and that will also save you from the agony of having to choke down your Valentine's inedible attempt at a homemade meal.

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Viale is all about serving ingredient driven food, and doing so in a warm, casual environment, making it the perfect place to enjoy a special romantic meal. You'll enjoy tasty delights like hand-crafted pizzas, freshly made pastas and delicious entrees like Braised Pork Shank, all for probably less than anything on that gift list she sent over. Don't worry, if you've already got something romantic planned you could always head over to the bar for a drink beforehand and enjoy some of the salacious signature cocktails like the 1919 or the Chrysanthemum #2, or get one of the many beers on tap like the Dogfish Head Namaste.

So ditch the flowers and head to Viale for a V-Day you'll both actually enjoy.

Note: You should still probably pick up some chocolate.

By Stephanie Hartmann

Stephanie Hartmann writes and edits E.S.P. Eat. See. Play. lifestyle content for CBS Boston.