The North End / Waterfront Neighborhood Council, NEWNC, voted to support four North End restaurant applications currently pending in front of the Boston Licensing Board and/or the Zoning Board of Appeals. This video includes the applicant presentations, public discussion and NEWNC vote. 00:00 on video 78-80 Salem Street, Trattoria Pulcinella: Giovanni Oliva has applied to [...]
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Celebrity Chef Todd English Faces New Lawsuit Over Kingfish Hall at Faneuil Hall Marketplace
Celebrity chef and restaurant owner Todd English is facing a $1 million+ lawsuit due to unpaid rent at Kingfish Hall at Faneuil Hall that closed in March 2012 and remains vacant. The suit comes from the former leaseholder of Fanueil Hall Marketplace, General Growth Properties, claiming failure to pay on a judgement last year in [...]
Philip Frattaroli Runs (and Finishes) Boston Marathon to Help UMass ALS Champion Fund
North Ender, NEWNC member and Ducali Pizzeria & Bar owner, Philip Frattaroli, ran the 2012 Boston Marathon raising $30,628 for the UMass ALS Champion Fund, a special program created by Governor Paul Cellucci in his personal fight against ALS, better known as Lou Gehrig’s Disease. Philip trained for the marathon over four months, and despite [...]
“Kitchen Nightmares” Shares Filming Plans With Neighborhood Council (Video)
A representative from the Fox TV production, “Kitchen Nightmares,” also known as Upper Ground Enterprises spoke at Monday’s North End / Waterfront Neighborhood Council meeting regarding its plans for filming at La Galleria 33. The production will be located on Salem and Cooper streets from May 16 – 22, 2012. Watch the video for more [...]
Neptune Oyster’s Vinny’s Tip Jar Fundraiser & Auction
Vinny’s Tip Jar Fundraiser and Auction will be held on Monday, May 28, 2012 to help Vincent Sapochetti. Well-liked at Neptune Oyster, Vinny was in a bad car accident in late April and is recovery from a brain injury. Area restaurants are joining with Neptune Oyster for the event: Vinny’s Tip Jar Fundraiser & Auction [...]
Eater’s Pizza Week Features North End’s Master Pizzamakers
It’s Pizza Week at Eater! Of course, the North End is the center of the Boston pizza world. Eater interviews Master Pizzamakers at Pizzeria Regina and Ernesto’s, encourages a one-day pizza at Neptune Oyster and shows poll winner Galleria Umberto. Here are links to the various North End-related articles: Pizza By the Numbers: Ernesto’s Master [...]
NEWRA Opposes Two of Three Hanover Street Restaurant Requests
Dominating Thursday’s North End / Waterfront Residents’ Association meeting were issues relating to Hanover Street restaurants with two of three new applications being opposed by the group. Members supported Jennifer Pittore’s “Locale” but opposed requests by Nick Varano’s “Strega Cafe” and Frank DePasquale’s “Il Panino Express.” There was a lot said (Ed: some might say [...]
State Representative Aaron Michlewitz Announces Series of Spring Coffee Hours
News from the Office of State Representative Aaron Michlewitz (D-North End): In an effort to more effectively reach out to his constituents, State Representative Aaron Michlewitz will once again be holding a series of coffee hours within the Third Suffolk District this Spring. Starting on the morning of Saturday, May 19th Representative Michlewitz will be [...]
Tresca Restaurant Featured at 25th Annual Beyond Shelter Gala
Neighborhood restaurant hosts chef’s table at 25th annual Beyond Shelter Gala to benefit Friends of Boston’s Homeless. Tresca of the North End joined Friends of Boston’s Homeless on Thursday, April 26, for the organization’s 25th annual Beyond Shelter gala. The event welcomed 700 guests to the House of Blues for tastings by 20 of the [...]
Gordon Ramsey’s “Kitchen Nightmares” TV Show to Film at La Galleria 33 on Salem Street
Gordon Ramsey’s Fox TV show, “Kitchen Nightmares” returns to the North End to help La Galleria 33 located at 125 Salem Street. Filming for the future episode is planned during the week of May 16 – 22, 2012. Celebrity Chef Gordon Ramsey visits restaurants in trouble and “wakes them up from their Kitchen Nightmares.” During [...]
Photos: 2012 Taste of the North End Showcases North End’s Eateries
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 [...]
North End Restaurateur Honored by Joslin Diabetes Center
News from the Joslin Diabetes Center about Carla Gomes, North End native and restauranteur at Antico Forno and Terramia Ristorante: On Friday, May 11th, Joslin Diabetes Center will honor Carla Gomes at the 26th Annual EVENING AT POPS event at Boston’s Symphony Hall. Gomes, a Canton resident and a beloved North End restaurateur, will be [...]
Taranta’s Jose Duarte at 4th Annual Koman “Chefs for the Cure”
From the North End’s Hanover St., Taranta’s Chef, Jose Duarte, participated in this weekend’s 4th Annual “Chefs for the Cure” Tasting Event, presented by The Massachusetts Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure. The event featured terrific food and a great crowd, making for a huge success overall. Photo, from left to right: Chef [...]
Galleria Umberto Receives Good Neighbor Recognition Award from Clean Streets Committee
Paul Deuterio of Galleria Umberto Rosticceria, 289 Hanover Street is the April 2012 winner of the Good Neighbor Recognition Award, presented by NEWRA Clean Streets Committee member, Janet Gilardi. The monthly award is voted by the committee and given to local businesses and property owners that consistently keep their sidewalk and street gutters clean of [...]
Letter from District A-1 Captain Tom Lee to the Residents of the North End
The following letter is from District A-1 Captain Tom Lee to the residents of the North End in response to the issues raised at the April 5, 2012 North End Public Safety Meeting (See Angry Residents Erupt in Chorus of Complaints About Lack of Police Presence). The letter is also posted on BPDNews.com. Dear North [...]
Blackstone Market Presents Greenway Parcel 9 Development Proposal (Video)
DeNormandie Companies and Cresset Group presented “Blackstone Market,” its project proposal to MassDOT and the Parcel 9 RFP Committee members. Conceived as part of the Market District, Blackstone Market will have restaurants, a rooftop farm and 50 residential units. The presentation took place on April 25, 2012 at the Nazzaro Community Center in the North [...]
Buy Taste of the North End Tickets
Purchase tickets for Taste of the North End for $99. Taste of the North End will be held on Friday, May 4, from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. at DCR’s Steriti Rink on Commercial Street. Initiated in 1993 by Donato Frattaroli, Taste of the North End brings together hundreds of participants to feast on samplings [...]
Hanover Street Redesign Ideas Presented by Northeastern Engineering Students; Community Debates Congestion Issues at Meeting – Video
Click here for slide presentation. A group of senior civil engineering students at Northeastern University presented their final study on the controversial issues surrounding the potential redesign of the North End’s Hanover Street. The well-attended public meeting was held at the Nazzaro Community Center on April 18, 2012. The meeting was jointly sponsored by two [...]
NEWRA’s ZLC Committee Issues Report on Upcoming Neighborhood Zoning and Licensing Items
The Zoning, Licensing and Construction (ZLC) Committee of the North End / Waterfront Residents’ Association (NEWRA) issued a report of upcoming agenda items. This information is courtesy of the NEWRA ZLC Committee. Questions and comments can be emailed to zlc@newra.org. At the April 24, 2012 ZLC Committee meeting (7pm, Mariner’s House, 11 North Square), the [...]
NEWRA Supports Requests From Trattoria Pulchinella and Thinking Cup
The North End / Waterfront Residents’ Association gave broad support to two new businesses planning to open in the North End. The group also heard legislative reform proposals regarding the Rose F. Kennedy Greenway Conservancy and management of the Greenway parks. The membership meeting was held on Thursday, April 12, 2012 at the Nazzaro [...]
NEWNC Supports “Dip It Sweet” Ice Cream Take-out at 94 Endicott Street
The North End / Waterfront Neighborhood Council, NEWNC, unanimously supported Salvatore Onessimo in his application with the Zoning Board of Appeals for zoning relief to change the allowed use of the first floor from a store to a Window Service Take-out Ice Cream at 94 Endicott St. The shop is called “Dip It Sweet.” View [...]
“Thinking Cup” Coffee Shop at 236 Hanover St. Receives Supportive Vote from Neighborhood Council
The North End / Waterfront Neighborhood Council, NEWNC, unanimously supported the proposed new coffee shop, “Thinking Cup,” at 236 Hanover St., in the location formerly occupied by the “Filthy Rich” jewelry store. The zoning variance request for a change of use was filed by property owner Matteo Gallo. Presenting at the NEWNC meeting on April [...]
Chock Full of News at Neighborhood Council (NEWNC) Meeting
There were several important reports and announcements at the April 10, 2012 meeting of the North End / Waterfront Neighborhood Council (NEWNC). This video includes the following items: Welcome – Donna Freni, President Visitor/Resident Parking Changes – Stephen Passacantilli Neighborhood Crime Watch Creation – Stephen Passacantilli Problem Properties Task Force – Stephen Passacantilli Public Safety [...]
Taste of the North End Celebrates 18 Years at May 4, 2012 Event; Tickets Now Available
More than 30 local restaurants have signed on to serve their specialties at the 18th annual Taste of the North End, which will be held on Friday, May 4, from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. at DCR’s Steriti Memorial Rink. For the first time ever, Taste of the North End attendees will vote for the [...]
Beer with that Sandwich, Now Available at Volle Nolle
Nearly a year after first presenting to the NEWNC and NEWRA neighborhood groups, Volle Nolle was awarded a beer and wine license by the Licensing Board for its sandwich shop at 351 Hanover Street. Much of the delay was due to the lack of alcohol license availability under a State cap. Persistence by Torri Crowell [...]
Taranta’s Jose Duarte Participates in “Chefs for the Cure” Event
News from the North End’s Taranta Restaurant: Head chef representative Jose Duarte of Taranta in the North End will participate in the Massachusetts Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure’s 4th annual “Chefs for the Cure” charity event on Saturday, April 28, 2012 at The Viking Center in Westwood, MA. “Chefs for the Cure” [...]
3rd Annual North End Restaurant Week Extends Boston Restaurant Week, Starting April 1, 2012
The North End restaurants continue the popular “restaurant week” with the 3rd Annual North End Restaurant Week, starting Sunday, April 1 through Friday, April 6 and the following week from Sunday, April 8 through Friday, April 13. The prix-fixe menu will offer three-course dinners for $33.12. Sponsored by the North End Chamber of Commerce, check [...]
More Food Carts Coming to Greenway
Look for more food trucks, carts and kiosks on the Greenway starting May 1st, according to an announcement by the Rose F. Kennedy Greenway Conservancy. In total, 16 vendors were chosen from 28 submissions to operate in seven spots throughout the linear public park space. For folks in the North End / Waterfront area: A [...]
“My Cousin’s Place” Grand Opening Photos
Neighborhood friends and family gathered today for the Grand Opening of “My Cousin’s Place” co-owned by North Ender cousins Daniel D’Elia and Ralph Verrocchi. The coffee shop is serving coffee, breakfast, lunch and dinner specialties at 396 Hanover St., in the location formerly occupied by Contrada’s. Open 7 days per week from 6 am to [...]
Pellino’s Ristorante Grand Opening on Little Prince Street
Frank Pellino (right) and his staff are excited to announce the Grand Opening this week of Pellino’s Ristorante in the North End. Pellino’s Ristorante is at 2A Prince St., in the location formerly occupied by G’Vannis. The alcohol license transfer was supported by both North End / Waterfront neighborhood groups last November. Mr. Pellino also [...]
