An Olympic Feast

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Blu gets you a little closer to the Olympics with a Brazilian-inspired prix fixe to fuel you as you root for your favorite team. During the summer games (Friday, August 5th through Sunday, August 21st), the Downtown/Theater District spot has a three-course menu of Rio-esque eats. Grab a reservation to dine on plates like slow-cooked cod stew, braised short rib and more. See all the options below – the menu is available for $49 per person – and call 617.375.8550 to have them save you a seat.

APPETIZERS
Frango com Bacon (chicken wrapped in bacon)
tomato, onions and peppers vinaigrette and side of salad

Camarão na Moranga (shrimp and acorn soup)
baked acorn squash bowl with creamy shrimp

ENTREES
Moqueca (fish stew)
slow-cooked cod, shrimp, peppers, onions, tomatoes, coconut milk., cilantro, parsley, jasmine rice

Picanha (grilled cullote steak)
fried yucca, chipotle mayo, cauliflower and tomato vinaigrette

Costela (braised short-rib)
creamy polenta and sautéed garlicky kale

DESSERT
Mousse de Maracujá (passion fruit mousse)
fresh berries

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