The Fireplace

06/29/2018

My good friend Nino Sicilicity LLC opened a terrific, little Sicilian Cafe in Dorchester; Zia Gianna (named for his aunt). I encourage a visit. You’re sure to love this cute & delicious place as much as I do!!

04/24/2018

SO proud of my sister-in-law Nancy Dickerson Solomon. Great article!!
There is even a cute picture of my niece Ellie who I am crazy about.

Israel is also a country that embraces children and kids are welcome, even celebrated, almost anywhere. Here's what to do in Israel with kids.

11/13/2017

We've had lots of requests for our short ribs recipe as it gets cold! Find it here:

If you ever visited The Fireplace in Brookline, which just closed after 16 years, you probably loved the short ribs, which had a cult following.

08/27/2017

Come on in this morning and enjoy one last brunch!

08/24/2017

Great people of the world! This is our last week of business here at The Fireplace. Come on in and enjoy our great food and drinks!

Roasted Garlic Cherry Tomatoes, Fresh Mint, Preserved Lemon & a Little Cheese (Can be made with phenomenal gf fresh pasta)

08/21/2017

Just a reminder everyone! We're continuing on with for the rest of the month!

08/20/2017

Just over a week left to come say goodbye to us! We're open for normal hours up until the 31st! Come share a memory or two with us!

08/11/2017

Looking for a delicious recipe this weekend?!
Pudding!

It’s the height of berry season in New England. And peach season is at its peak. Chef Jim Solomon puts

08/04/2017

To my Fireplace family:

At long last and after 16 excitement-filled years (and when I say excitement-filled, I think we can agree that I'm not exaggerating!), I have decided to close the restaurant.

Like Hollywood marriages, restaurants generally don’t last that long, and I’m honored that this one has. I am so grateful to all of you who have made The Fireplace your home-away-from-home, met blind dates at our bar, invited me to be part of your charity galas, shared burgers with your kids on our patio, and spent the holidays with us.

Over the years I've had offers and interest, and come close before (as many of you know) but the timing hasn't been right until now. Everything I do I want to do with gusto, and for the moment that's taking on the project of getting healthy, alongside
my beloved family (as I write this, I'm scheduled for surgery and walking around with a cane). Fortunately for me and my love of New England, I also get to be part of something I love in the Hartford Yard Goats, and I hope to see some of you at the ballpark in the years ahead.

I have always been a true foodie, a devotee of all things local, and hopefully a friend to farmers. But I think my favorite parts of this business have been the opportunity to celebrate American history, to help my community, and to call all of you my friends.

Love, Jim

P.S. Our last day is likely August 31st . Until then, I hope to see you at the table next to me; let’s enjoy this last month together.