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.
Jake and Jen from Tresca on Hanover St.
Filippo and Jeanne from Filippo’s Ristorante on Causeway St.
Julie, Meredith and Jane (L-R) – TONE Guests
John Romano, Rep. Aaron Michlewitz, Carla Gomes and Councilor Sal LaMattina (L-R)
Jeremy Sarzana on Guitar
NEMPAC’s Crosstown
Philip Frattaroli (left), Donato Frattaroli (2nd from left), Billy Costa (3rd from right), Jim Luisi (2nd from right) with event participants
Paul, Jonathan (center) and Leslee
TONE Guests, Julie and Eben
The Ladies of TONE
Mike (L), Carmelina’s Chef and Damien (R), Owner of Vito’s and Carmelina’s
Cantina Italiana – Sarah and Kristen
Artu on Little Prince St. – Fabio, Alex and Michael (L-R)
Rep. Aaron Michlewitz and Ducali’s Philip Frattaroli
Ducali Pizzeria E Bar – Sylvie and Ali
Jeff, Luz and Freddy from Neptune Oyster on Salem St.
Jim from Paul W. Marks
Crosstown on Stage at TONE
Rosemary and Michele at TONE
The Team at Piantedosi Baking
Allyssa and Tom from Espresso Plus
Sponsor Poster
Aragosta at Fairmont Battery Wharf – Erin and David
Rebecca Griffin, Sen. Anthony Petruccelli and Jon Sproul
Warren, Melissa and Joe of Al Dente and Benevento’s on Salem St.
Robert “Teddy” Tomasone (Left) Receives North End Community Activist Award from Donato Frattaroli, Founder and Co-Chair of Taste of the North End
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
Joanne and Kathy – FOCCP
Mayor Tom Menino, Carla Gomes and Angela Menino (L-R) at 2012 Taste of the North End
Sarah and Ben from Bricco Panetteria
Bruins Bidder
Silent Auction
Michael and Christina from Lucia Ristorante on Hanover St.
Happy TONE Guests, Michael and Hillary
Becca and Melanie
Pam and Louie
Ted Tomasone, TONE Honoree, enjoys tastings from Michael and Eric at Massimino’s on Endicott St.
Steriti Rink during Taste of the North End
Living Room on Atlantic Ave. – Matthew and Beverly
Crosstown Plays at TONE
Joshua, Carla & Luiz (L-R) from Terramia and Antico Forno on Salem St.
TONE, NEW Health and DCR Banner
Matt, Adam & Galina (L-R) from Lucca on Hanover St.
Alfredo and Joe from Accardi and Son
Max and Rene (L-R) from Vito’s Tavern on Salem Street
Keri, Liz and Griffin (L-R) from Mercato del Mare
From the left, The Petrucelli’s, LaMattina’s and Jim Luisi
Modern Pastry on Hanover St. – Lea and Eri
Barbara and Pam (L-R) – La Summa on Fleet St.
Laura and Matt at TONE
Joe and Linda from J. Pace & Son
Olivia, JR and Berna at TONE
Mamma Maria in North Square – Mauricio, Jason and Julio (L-R)
Katia and Adrianna of Caffe Paradiso
Participating Restaurants
Satima, Bianca and Kasra from Caffe Paradiso on Hanover St.
The Bar with Samuel Adams and Harpoon Brewery
Bill and Jake – Spadafora’s Oly Tyme Slush
Tom Russo of Albert Russo Imports and Bel Gioioso Cheese
North End Waterfront Health
Jose and Antonio – Taranta on Hanover St.
Warren and Melissa from Al Dente and Benevento’s on Salem Street
Stamp My Hand
Sysco Boston – Gigia and Antonio
Host of TV Diner, Billy Costa, (center) Accepts Fenway Park 1912 Opening Day Photo from Co-Chairs, Donato Frattaroli (left) and Jim Luisi (right)
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