Prezza Prix Fixe; Painted Burro Daiquiris

NORTH END — For the remaining Thursday nights in July, 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., outdoor concerts are taking place at Christopher Columbus Waterfront Park thanks to the North End Music & Performing Arts Center (NEMPAC). In celebration, Prezza is offering a special prix fixe menu for $40/person before and after the shows (5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. to 10 p.m.) Call (617) 227-1577 in advance to make a reservation and specify that you're interested in the NEMPAC menu, which includes options like corn raviolini with rock shrimp, grilled striped bass with fava beans, and zucchini flowers with pancetta & polenta. View the full menu on the "specials" tab on Prezza's website. [Official Site]

DAVIS SQUARE — The Painted Burro is featuring different special daiquiris every night this week, "inspired by Hemingway's works and travels," and making use of local rum — Privateer, from Ipswich. On Saturday, the restaurant will host a free party with passed apps and lessons on daiquiri-making. [Press Release]

SOUTH END — Tremont 647's Great Grilling Social takes place Monday, July 21 at 6 p.m., featuring guest chefs Brian Poe and Louis DiBiccari, grilling up a storm with Andy Husbands. Tickets are $34 and include food and two Harpoon beers; Friends of Harpoon save $5. Call (617) 266-4600 to reserve a spot. [Newsletter]
[Photo: Prezza/Rachel Leah Blumenthal]