

The PPD has returned! This year we are looking forward to a good turnout…we will need at minimum 24 attendees to make this happen. I have reserved a space to comfortably accommodate up to 40 attendees.



Tickets are $41 +2.67 fees. Your ticket will cover lite apps and meal, tax, gratuity and Merchant admin fee. Advance purchase required, tickets may not be available at the door. Drinks and additional food is available at your own expense.



When/Where:





Merchant Bar & Kitchen

60 Franklin Street

Boston, MA 02110

We’ve had the dinner here for the past two years… food is great, and the staff has been amazing!



Wednesday April 4, 2018

5PM - 7PM

We will be in the Foley Room which is located on the lower level of the restaurant.





How to get there:



5-10 minute from Park St/Downtown Crossing T stations

20 minute walk from convention center

10 minute or less Uber/Lyft/cab from convention center

Validated parking ($6) available at the 33 Arch Street Garage, entrance located on Hawley Street.



Menu: There will be light app(s) and entrée selections

The PPD has returned! This year we are looking forward to a good turnout…we will need at minimum 24 attendees to make this happen. I have reserved a space to comfortably accommodate up to 40 attendees.are $41 +2.67 fees. Your ticket will cover lite apps and meal, tax, gratuity and Merchant admin fee. Advance purchase required, tickets may not be available at the door. Drinks and additional food is available at your own expense.Merchant Bar & Kitchen60 Franklin StreetBoston, MA 02110We’ve had the dinner here for the past two years… food is great, and the staff has been amazing!Wednesday April 4, 20185PM - 7PMWe will be in the Foley Room which is located on the lower level of the restaurant.5-10 minute from Park St/Downtown Crossing T stations20 minute walk from convention center10 minute or less Uber/Lyft/cab from convention centerValidated parking ($6) available at the 33 Arch Street Garage, entrance located on Hawley Street.There will be light app(s) and entrée selections

Slow Roasted Chicken Breast – fingerling potato confit, Tuscan kale, mustard jus

Roasted Seasonal Squash – winter vegetables, spinach, red quinoa, maple kissed tomato jus

Grilled Sea Trout – roasted fennel, organic carrots, roasted mushrooms, artichokes, beluga lentils, parsley emulsion

Steak Frites – marinated flat iron steak, watercress, fries

All Natural Burger – aged cheddar, house-made bacon, black pepper aioli, brioche bun

While the PPD may be on hiatus, it doesn't mean we can't still meet up for dinner. I've made a reservation for 10 at Hopsters its a "brewery, restaurant, and unique adventure experience where you can brew your own craft beer." While we won't be crafting our own beer, we definitely can enjoy their selection of craft beers and great food.Signups is on a first come, first served basis (in posting order). If we get more than 10 great, I will increase the reservation.What : Pre-PAX DinnerWhen : Wednesday 4/4/18 @ 5pmWhere : Hopsters Brewery - Seaport areaWho : 10 fans of food and beerWhy : Because...we still gotta eat!Cost : Up to youAttendees (10):ClannMorganDeathNTaxesSutibunRiAcaraba2XenigmaDavedismynameRedk232WuShockAfter your purchase email or PM your real name and meal selection, so I can match it to your ticket.Handicap accessible? Yes and no. There are two levels, there are several steps at the entrance. There is an elevator to the lower floor.21+ only? Nope…everyone is welcome.What to wear…what to wear? Anything that you want…as long as you wear something.When you arrive, please provide a printed ticket. If you can't provide a printed ticket then please be able to access your ticket on your phone so we can get everyone checked in as fast as possible.OOOOOHHHH and for those that have attended before you know I like to do ice breakers…this of course will still be a part of the event.Final Note - I do not make a profit on this event. If at any time there is any questions regarding this I will be more than willing to post all expenditures. All raffle stuff is donated by me.Thank you all and see you all at the Merchant!