BBQ ribs are a meat lover’s dream—but finding the perfect rack can be a challenge. Not every spot delivers the full package: ribs that are expertly cooked, deeply seasoned, and bursting with flavor.

You don’t have to be a gourmand to appreciate State Senator Ken Cheuvront’s spiffy downtown wine bar. Sure, it’s got enough panache to satisfy the snootiest connoisseur — a long wine list and one of ...