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