Free Meals for Cabbies; Burger Bash

DOWNTOWN CROSSING - GEM Restaurant & Lounge is showing its appreciation for Boston cabbies. On Wednesday afternoon, July 18th, GEM will give away a free takeout meal to any cab driver that pulls up outside GEM. The boxed meal includes a Sam Lagrassa’s sandwich, warm potato chips and caramelized onion dip from GEM and a mini cupcake from Cakeology. The meals will be given away between 3 and 5pm. [Boston Chefs]

BROOKLINE - To celebrate winning People's Choice in Boston Magazine's Best Burger competition, The Fireplace is holding its own Burger Bash 2012 on Sunday, July 19th. Admission is ten dollars and includes a burger. The event will feature live music, street performers and dancing. For advanced tickets, call 617-975-1900. [Official site]

SOUTHIE - Local 149 is holding a 70's inspired dinner party on Monday, July 23rd. A cocktail hour with passed hor’s deurves will be followed by a three course family-style meal. 70s attire is strongly encouraged, so if you've been waiting for an occasion to break out your polyester shirt and three piece suit, this is your chance. Tickets can be purchased here. [Official site]

[Photo: The Fireplace]