FiRE+iCE Anaheim’s 1 Year Anniversary!

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What Does the Twilight Saga: Eclipse and FiRE + iCE Have in Common?

Well, that would be a poem, of course!

“Some say the world will end in fire,
Some say in ice.
From what I’ve tasted of desire
I hold with those who favor fire.
But if it had to perish twice,
I think I know enough of hate
To know that for destruction ice
Is also great
And would suffice.”

…Fire and Ice by Robert Frost.

Does this sound familiar? Well, maybe it does to the dear Twilight fans out there.  We were so happy when we found out our flavorsome restaurant was “kind-of-featured” in the opening of  the ‘Twilight Saga: Eclipse.’  The opening poem by Robert Frost is titled ‘Fire and Ice,’ which is Frost’s most popular poem (even though we secretly know that Frost really meant to write this poem about our restaurant. Come on, in 1920, he totally knew FiRE + iCE Restaurants would exist in 1997) .

The poem discusses the end of the world, likening the elemental force of fire with the emotion of desire and ice with hate. Hmm…sounds yummy! Although, we can familiarize Frost’s poem to our delicious “FiRE” and “iCE” menu. Our FiRE menu is complete with hot, delicious ‘elemental forces’ of fire, which consist of fresh meats, seafood, pastas, internationally influenced sauces, and both exotic and traditional vegetables, ready to be cooked on our very HOT, very BIG grill. Our iCE menu is readily available to chill those inner FiRE vampires and werewolves.

On another note: Who do you think the “fire” and “ice” is an allusion to? Jacob Black and Edward Cullen? We would love to know your thoughts!

Tags: Edward Cullen, Fire and Ice, Fire and ice poem, Jacob Black, Robert Frost, Twilight, Twilight Eclipse, Twilight Saga

Silent Disco

Get ready to dance your a$$ off …in complete silence! Well sort of. Silent disco Boston has created a contemporary dance party, or “Silent Disco”, where you can only hear music if you are wearing special wireless headphones.

Sounds strange huh? Well think about it. How many times have you gone to a bar or club and was totally digging someone across the dance floor and then when you FINALLY got the chance to chat it up with them whatever sparks “were” there faded abruptly over the screaming match to exchange first names?

At a Silent Disco all you have to do is remove your headphones (provided at entry) and enjoy a perfectly quiet atmosphere, ideal for talking/listening. And even if your not the type to pick someone up at a dance party, you may just get a kick out of taking off your headphones and watching hundreds of people dance around in complete silence…hmmm now thats something to envision.

Silent Storm Sound System (provider of Silent Disco’s music) allows two DJ’s to simultaneously transmit music through two different channels, so if you don’t like what one DJ is playing simply change the channel.

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Wanna Be Famous?

Dear aspiring movie stars: FiRE + iCE has some famously great news for you. We have come to the conclusion that our advertising could use a little more flavor - and we need your help. We are searching nationwide for the next superstar to be the front and center of FiRE + iCE television commercials. We are asking that for our dedicated fans and food lovers to create an original 30 – 60 seconds commercial about FiRE + iCE. The ‘Create-An-Ad’ contest starts on July 2 and ends on September 8. The lucky winner is chosen on September 23 and will win free FiRE + iCE for a year with a guest and their commercial will play in Boston and in New York, as well as on our website.

Each restaurant that is participating – Boston, MA; West Nyack, NY; Providence, RI; Anaheim, CA – will have two runners up, in which they will have the chance to throw their own FiRE + iCE bash on September 23. Not too shabby huh?

FiRE + iCE is really letting loose here and the contest is pretty ‘aaaauhhhmazzing.’ We are anxiously waiting to see what you can come up with, so send us your original and funny videos for a chance to be the face of our brand.  Do you have what it takes?

For more information, rules and regulations and to sign up, please visit www.fire-ice.com/create-an-ad

Tags: Boston, Contest, Create-An-Ad Contest, FiRE + iCE, Food, Free Food, New York

The iCE Menu

Summer has officially arrived in Boston – and I am hot. Hot as in, “wow it is a ’scorcha out,’ not hot as in ‘I am the most beautiful human being to bask their presence on the planet Earth.’”

The weather has been ridiculously humid and to make it even worse, the air conditioning broke in my apartment. Fantastic. I can’t even take a stroll down Berkeley St. or Newbury St. without sweating profusely. Gross, I know. I feel like us Bostonians just can’t catch a break.

If you’re a beach lover like me, forget about it – everyone and their uncles and aunts are camping out and pitching their umbrellas to secure a spot in the sand. Honestly, all I really want to do on hot days like the ones we have been experiencing lately, is to chill at the beach with a nice cold one in my hand. But, that’s not looking like it will happen, considering I work everyday – as do the rest of us.

Luckily, after 5:30 p.m., when the work doors close and I am free like a bird, FiRE + iCE is still open. FiRE + iCE offers delicious chilling options on their iCE menu. Of course, you need be 21 or older to indulge in the alcoholic festivities, but F+I does offer non-alcoholic strawberry daiquiris, 
pina coladas,
Lava Flow and frozen pink lemonade
smoothies: (peach mango, wildberry and strawberry banana). Auhhh-mazing.

Come sit at the bar, watch the World Cup and sip on some nice cold beverages from our iCE menu. I guarantee you’ll be smiling with a brain freeze. Check out or iCE menu or our Full Menu.

Tags: Boston, FiRE + iCE, Fun Boston Restaurant, Hot, iCE menu, summer, Summer Drinks, weather

The First Date

The first date spot is a very, very important decision. As we all know, the first date sparks conversation about the person you are interested in – their likes and dislikes, facial expressions, what they like to eat, how they eat. All in all, the first date is the icebreaker and the deal sealer.

I never liked going on the typical “first date dinner.” Personally, ‘proper’ restaurants freak me out. I like to be in an atmosphere that is fun and where I can act myself. Ironically, my first date with my boyfriend was at FiRE + iCE two years ago. We knew absolutely nothing about each other and I had known him for about 24 hours.

Sure, we had talked about going to restaurants that charged over $50 for an entrée and we even thought about cooking together at home for the first date dinner (I was quite hesitant about this idea since I only know how to make a tuna sandwich). We searched for places in Boston that were reasonably priced, fun, where we could “let loose” and laugh. The first spot that came to mind was FiRE + iCE. At that point, I had only been there once for my friends birthday, but we thought it was a great spot for the first date.

Onward we went to FiRE + iCE. Nervous and thinking about what topics I could chat about, we walked into the busy restaurant on a Friday night and were greeted by a fabulous hostess that led us to our table.

During the whole dinner we laughed and talked about everything possible. We munched on apps, filled out bowls multiple times and chatted with the chefs. We split cocktails and he even fed me my dessert. Now that’s a keeper. I felt like we were reenacting the scene from ‘Lady and The Tramp’ where the two dogs slurped up their pasta, which resulted in a smooch on the lips. He even gave me my first kiss outside the restaurant.

So, from that day on, I thank FiRE + iCE for helping seal the deal. We even went back for our two-year anniversary. The rest is history. And, if we do break up, I won’t blame FiRE + iCE. Pinky-promise.

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KiDS eat free weekend!! This one’s for the kids

This one’s for the kids!! Offer Valid in West Nyack Location only.

FiRE + iCE Introduces Thirteen NEW, Healthy Sauces!

Ladies and Gents, I have some “sauce-tastic” news for you. But quite frankly, I don’t think you’re ready for what FiRE + iCE has in store. Over the past 10 years of being one of the most fun and delicious establishments, FiRE + iCE has decided to revamp their sauces and give customers tasty new flavors to blanket any meal. And the best part about each new sauce? They do not contain the unruly devil, high fructose corn syrup, and are made with all natural ingredients. Yum. I am already salivating.

FiRE + iCE is so excited about these scrumptious sauces, that we are throwing a “Sauce Party” on May 24th to kick off the new variety of healthy sauces. Who ever thought sauces could be so cool? We want you and your friends and family to come on down, grab a bowl, and dip into the new succulent flavors.

Below is the list of FiRE + iCE’s new sauces.

WARNING: May envoke sudden urges to run to your local FiRE + iCE.

1.Greensburg Teriyaki  : Our dangerous Pacific Rim island blend of aged soy sauce, garlic, honey, pineapple & OJ. The perfect first date sauce. Should be at least 18 to try it!

2.Mesquite BBQ: A Southwestern classic with a sweet, smoky tomato & spices piquancy.

3.Hunan Shiitake: From Central China, spicy & sweet, full of succulent shiitake (black) mushroom chunks, a good hit of fresh ginger finished with the unique nip of Szechwan peppercorn.

4.Sweet Chili: Thailand’s classic BBQ/stir fry sauce. Sweet, garlicky with significant chili induced fire. Just grill and chill.

5. Marinara: A fresh tomato sauce from Italy, full of coarsely chopped plum tomatoes, garlic, pure olive oil and traditional herbs and spices. The sauce only your Nonna could make.

6. Szechwan: If you revel in a bit of sting to your pallet. A traditional Stir Fry sauce from Southern China; Aged soy sauce, rice wine, garlic & ginger accented by the aroma of sesame oil provides prelude to the mouth sting of chili.

7. Cantonese Sweet & Sour: For your sweet tooth. (Minus the hokey red coloring or Maraschino Cherries) A Hong Kong classic combining rice wine, tomato, pineapple, garlic and rice vinegar.

8. Ponzu. A Japanese classic finishing, dressing and dipping sauce for those that appreciate a delicate & subtle sauce. Citrus enhanced aged soy and sake (rice wine) with ginger & sesame oil make this perfect for vegetables, chicken & seafood.

9. Peppercorn/Brandy: If the flavor of pepper is what you’re cravin’, this slightly sweet & sour tomato enhanced sauce contains lots of multicolor whole peppercorns with a hint of French brandy.

10. Island Jerk: Ya mon, we’re takin’ you to Jamaica. This stuff is hot. Habanero peppers, onions, lime juice and traditional Caribbean spices marry to liven up your medley.

11. Red Curry: Thank you Thailand! Voluptuous creamy coconut, spicy, with lots of traditional ingredients including, lime leaf, lemon grass, ginger root, lime juice, shrimp paste & Chilis. Allergy alert, contains shrimp.

12. Piccata: Classically Fiorentino, deliciously minimal. Lemon/butter & white wine with a good dollop of capers, a touch of garlic and black pepper. Totally yum with chicken and pasta!

Tags: FiRE + iCE, Health Sauce, Healthy Sauces, Sauces

Meals for Two Under $50.

$50 bucks doesn’t get you much these days – especially when you and your friends are planning a fun night out with drinks, apps and all the bells and whistles.

Let me let you in on a little “side note:” A couple months ago I thought I was a complete “baller” and would wine and dine my friends. Well that all changed when I started to pay close attention to my credit card statements and found I was digging a hole way passed China. Thankfully, FiRE + iCE offers meals for two under $50 bucks in all of their locations – Boston and  Cambridge, MA Providence, RI, Anaheim, CA and West Nyack, NY. Dinner Prices range in the $15-$17(including a delectable salad) and apps from $4 to $8 bucks!

Now, you and your friend, boyfriend, mother, sister, aunt, neighbor you don’t know but want to get to know or brother can eat for under $50 bucks, together. Hallelujah, I am singing the Gods. This means that you and that special person you take out to eat can grab a bowl and eat delicious, fresh food and not feel guilty about breaking the bank.

And let’s not fail to mention that each FiRE + iCE location offers an awesome and fun filled atmosphere to kick off any evening – the staff, the chef’s and your company makes everything worth it.

Try these tasty selections next time you’re at FiRE+iCE:

Tags: Anaheim, Boston, Cheap Eats, deals, Fun Restaurant, Meals for Two Under $50, Providence, West Nyack

Salsa Fridays at Harvard Square

Join 130+ dancers in Boston’s newest salsa hotspot! Make new friends and dance till 2am in the new exclusive club room at Fire + Ice in Harvard Square. Complete with club lighting, high end speakers embedded throughout the room, and a specially installed new wood floor just for dancers, your salsa soul will thank you. Not to mention a new swank bar (with reasonably priced drinks), super friendly wait staff, and even appetizers available from the kitchen in case you get hungry.

$10 cover includes
- Beginner lesson @ 9:30pm
- Social dancing till 2am
- Music by DJ Hernan + more

21 +, Full Bar, Appetizers
Dress Code: Casual to Sexy
No partner needed!

See you Friday!

Check out :  www.enigmasalsa.com

Tags: FiRE+iCE Cambridge, Nightlife Boston, Nightlife Cambridge, Salsa Boston, Salsa Cambridge, Salsa Harvard Square