Funny to think that an ice cream shop would be a great place to grab a cocktail, let alone a meatless version of the cheesesteak, a renowned Philly classic, but that’s what Earnest Drinks just north of Kendall Square is all about.

What’s happening in Cambridge’s kitchens? There’s a new Kimpton chef, Adam Resnick, and a return of the hotel’s Miracle holiday pop-up; Mamaleh’s is baking with Flourish Flour; and Ben Abercrombie Day is back at ElJefe’s Taqueria on Dec. 7.

News of an executive chef position with Clover may worry fans of Jason Bond’s tasting-menu restaurant Bondir that he either won’t reopen or has sworn off cooking with meat. He took time while prepping holiday meals to speak to each concern.

The Dirty Bird is a half-chicken that’s dry brined for three days and spice-rubbed with a blend that comes from Christina’s down the block, then served with a spicy aji chili au jus. The long preparation cycle and care shows.

Just in time for Thanksgiving – when owners say doors will be open from 2 to 8 p.m. – North Point Restaurant & Bar has replaced the Weltkuche Bistro in Cambridge Crossing.

The nonprofit Food for Free fundraised Saturday at Viale, an Italian restaurant with a New England flair in Central Square. The restaurant, run by chef Greg Reeves, donated 100 percent of food sales from the sold-out brunch; staff donated their time.

Barcelona Wine Bar expects to open in late February or early March at in the former Temple Bar space, managers told license commissioners.

This grilled chicken with whiskey barbecue sauce, applewood smoked bacon, cheddar and a dousing of spicy ranch on a toasted telera roll is just right – emblematic of the restaurant that serves it.

Mark Ladner’s take on the chicken parm at Bar Enza is a game changer – a secret menu item that may be the best you’ll ever have.

What’s happening in Cambridge’s kitchens? PlantPub has soft serve for vegans; chef instructor O’Sullivan competes on the Food Network; Anna’s has a Veterans Day offering; Puritan & Co.’s Harvest Dinner is back; and a Pie in the Sky Fundraiser has apple, pecan or pumpkin pie for Thanksgiving.