Photos: 2012 Taste of the North End Showcases North End’s Eateries
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Bigger and better than ever was the 18th Taste of the North End, held on Friday, May 4, 2012 at DCR’s Steriti Rink on Commercial Street. Over 500 guests sampled from more than 35 popular North End eateries showcasing a wide array of delectable appetizers, cheeses, entrees and desserts, and sipped on refreshing libations from area wine and beer distributors. There was also a high end silent auction with hotel and restaurant packages, Boston sporting tickets and memorabilia.
NECN’S TV Diner host Billy Costa emceed the evening and North End Music and Performing Arts Center’s band Crosstown performed on stage. Teddy Tomasone, Billy Costa and Bruins defenseman Dennis Seidenberg, were honored with awards presented by Co-Chairs Donato Frattaroli and Jim Luisi. Special guests also included the Boston Bruins Andrew Ferrence and his daughter Ava.
Initiated in 1993 by Donato Frattaroli, Taste of the North End brings together hundreds of participants to feast on samplings of world famous North End cuisine – all generously donated by our neighboring restaurants.
Proceeds benefit North End Waterfront Health and other children and seniors charities in the neighborhood.
There are many more photos shown below from the event. Click on the thumbnail to enlarge.
Host of TV Diner, Billy Costa, (center) Accepts Fenway Park 1912 Opening Day Photo from Co-Chairs, Donato Frattaroli (left) and Jim Luisi (right)
Artu on Little Prince St. – Fabio, Alex and Michael (L-R)
Mike (L), Carmelina’s Chef and Damien (R), Owner of Vito’s and Carmelina’s
TONE Guests, Julie and Eben
Joe and Linda from J. Pace & Son
Barbara and Pam (L-R) – La Summa on Fleet St.
Pam and Louie
Rebecca Griffin, Sen. Anthony Petruccelli and Jon Sproul
NEMPAC’s Crosstown
The Bar with Samuel Adams and Harpoon Brewery
TONE, NEW Health and DCR Banner
Laura and Matt at TONE
North End Waterfront Health
Participating Restaurants
Jim from Paul W. Marks
Michael and Christina from Lucia Ristorante on Hanover St.
Sysco Boston – Gigia and Antonio
NEMPAC’s Crosstown
From the left, The Petrucelli’s, LaMattina’s and Jim Luisi
Sponsor Poster
Warren and Melissa from Al Dente and Benevento’s on Salem Street
Paul, Jonathan (center) and Leslee
Ted Tomasone, TONE Honoree, enjoys tastings from Michael and Eric at Massimino’s on Endicott St.
Stamp My Hand
Happy TONE Guests, Michael and Hillary
John Romano, Rep. Aaron Michlewitz, Carla Gomes and Councilor Sal LaMattina (L-R)
Ducali Pizzeria E Bar – Sylvie and Ali
Joanne and Kathy – FOCCP
Warren, Melissa and Joe of Al Dente and Benevento’s on Salem St.
Jake and Jen from Tresca on Hanover St.
Bill and Jake – Spadafora’s Oly Tyme Slush
Olivia, JR and Berna at TONE
Katia and Adrianna of Caffe Paradiso
Alfredo and Joe from Accardi and Son
Jose and Antonio – Taranta on Hanover St.
Robert “Teddy” Tomasone (Left) Receives North End Community Activist Award from Donato Frattaroli, Founder and Co-Chair of Taste of the North End
Crosstown on Stage at TONE
Max and Rene (L-R) from Vito’s Tavern on Salem Street
Satima, Bianca and Kasra from Caffe Paradiso on Hanover St.
Modern Pastry on Hanover St. – Lea and Eri
Crosstown Plays at TONE
Joshua, Carla & Luiz (L-R) from Terramia and Antico Forno on Salem St.
Rep. Aaron Michlewitz and Ducali’s Philip Frattaroli
Allyssa and Tom from Espresso Plus
Donna, Jim and Michele (L-R)
Sarah and Ben from Bricco Panetteria
Tom Russo of Albert Russo Imports and Bel Gioioso Cheese
Steriti Rink during Taste of the North End
Mamma Maria in North Square – Mauricio, Jason and Julio (L-R)
Living Room on Atlantic Ave. – Matthew and Beverly
Rosemary and Michele at TONE
Matt, Adam & Galina (L-R) from Lucca on Hanover St.
Kathy and Maria (L-R) at Taste of the North End
Cantina Italiana – Sarah and Kristen
Red Carpet Treatment
The Ladies of TONE
Aragosta at Fairmont Battery Wharf – Erin and David
Philip Frattaroli (left), Donato Frattaroli (2nd from left), Billy Costa (3rd from right), Jim Luisi (2nd from right) with event participants
The Team at Piantedosi Baking
Boston Bruins Andrew Ferrence (center) and daughter Ava accepts award on behalf of Dennis Seidenberg from Jim Luisi (right), President of North End Waterfront Health
Mayor Tom Menino, Carla Gomes and Angela Menino (L-R) at 2012 Taste of the North End
Jeff, Luz and Freddy from Neptune Oyster on Salem St.
Silent Auction
Keri, Liz and Griffin (L-R) from Mercato del Mare
Filippo and Jeanne from Filippo’s Ristorante on Causeway St.
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