The 23rd Taste of the North End was a blowout with over 600 attendees coming out on Friday night for the banner fundraiser to support neighborhood charities. Over 40 restaurants, pastry shops, beverage suppliers and distributors donated their time and scrumptious offerings to support the annual event at the Steriti Memorial Skating Rink. Hosted by founder Donato Frattaroli and NEW Health CEO James Luisi, all proceeds go to benefit community non-profits including North End Waterfront Health, the Eliot School, St. John School, North End Against Drugs, North End Athletic Association, and North End Music and Performing Arts Center.
Receiving awards this year were Lt. Governor Karyn Polito and restauranteur John McGee of Mamma Maria. Master of Ceremonies, Billy Costa, was on hand from NESN’s Dining Playbook along with several local and cultural officials. Additional organizers included Event Coordinator Zachary Goodale and the Event Committee: Donato Frattaroli, Gianni Frattaroli, Daniel Leonard, Mary Wright, Maria DeNapoli and Patrick Lyons.
Crowd from above at the Taste of the North End 2016(L-R) Italian Consul Nicola De Santis, TONE Founder Donato Frattaroli, Host Billy Costa, State Senator Elect Joe Boncore, Lt. Gov. Karyn Polito, TONE host and NEW Health CEO James Luisi, State Rep. Aaron Michlewitz, City Councilor Sal LaMattinaBefore the doors open – TONE Organizers, Restaurants, Pastry Shops, Beverage Suppliers and VendorsIl Molo – Pino and DonatoOn the line – JR and OliviaBoston Sail Loft – Klaudia, Pedro, Jamie & MeredithStretching down to the bocce courts, the line to get in was long at the sold out 2016 Taste of the North EndFans of Taste of the North EndNeptune Oyster – Ann, John, Jeff and FerradWard 8 – Kenny and GabrielleMary from NEW Health welcomes Pam and LouTerramia and Antico Forno – Luiz and KaraTONE guests – Beverly, Stephen and MicheleJose Duarte of TarantaArtu – Gabriella and JennaJ. Pace & son – Michael and GulianaCaffe Paradio – Katia and AdriannaHosts Donato Frattaroli and James Luisi present the Community award to Lt. Governor Karyn PolitoRoccos Cucina & Bar – Rachael, Rosia, Rocco and AngeloTONE supporters – Olivia, Traci, Laurie, Maria and PatriciaMassimino’s – Bianca and JoeLuigi, Joe and MikeToni Gilardi and her Sotheby’s TeamSalumeria Italiana – Aedele and EviPrince Street at Taste of the North EndTresca – James & JackPanther Distributing – Branzenti and MariaLa Summa – Marie and BarbaraNick, Olivia, Laurie and JanetLucca – Lauren, Hamid and VanessaMoney Trees, Prizes and Raffle baskets at Taste of the North EndJoe “Pepe” Giangregorio, Elisa De Santis, Italian Consul Nicola De Santis and Domenic SusiVoga Italia – Joe, Amanda, Filippo and VivianJoe “Pepe” serves for FilippoMamma Maria – Carlos, Mauricio, Geraldo and PaulCannoli’s at Mike’s PastryNorth End LadiesCarmelina’s – Michael and OmarTONE Founder Donato FrattaroliF&W Co. – Mike and ChristianDistrict 1 City Councior Sal LaMattinaOld North Chocolate Shop – Kyle and AnnaDrawing a crowdEspresso Plus – Alyssa and Tom PappaTONE Workers at the Front DeskModern Pastry Shop – Lea and RosanneStrega North End – Gianna, Jill and FruittioBelGioioso Cheese – Tom RussoNewly engaged, State Rep. Aaron Michlewitz and Maria Puopolo(L-R) Branzenti, Frank, Joe and FilippoSpadafora Slush – Maddy & JakeJoe Pagluica with two Maria’sAragosta – Emily, Joe, Efran and KhalidBricco – Antonio, Edward and KathrynAria – Riese and MassimoWayne from ZoninThe Living Room – J.B., Beverly and FrankAccardi Foods – Stephen, Michael & AlfredoPrezza – Neal and RobNina, Matt, Joe and MarteStanding room only
The Friends of Christopher Columbus Park held a successful gala on November 6th at the Boston Harbor Hotel. Proceeds of the annual fundraiser go to the all-volunteer group to provide enhancements for the waterfront park. “It was a wonderfully warm & festive evening,” said gala co-chair Meghan Denenberg. “There were exciting experiential auction items, a terrific Read More…
The North End / Waterfront Residents’ Association, NEWRA, held its Annual Summer Party on Wednesday at the Pilot House, Lewis Wharf. The social event welcomed members, residents and local officials both inside and on the patio to enjoy the nice weather. Organizing the event was NEWRA Sergeant-at-Arms, Jim Salini, who credited ten volunteers in helping Read More…
The North End / Waterfront Residents’ Association (NEWRA) hosted its annual Summer Party on August 19th at the Pilot House, Lewis Wharf. NEWRA members (and prospective members) enjoyed the scenic North End waterfront while socializing with fellow residents and local officials at the event. A special highlight of the summer party was Victor Brogna’s 80th birthday Read More…
3 Replies to “Photo Gallery: 23rd Taste of the North End 2016”
Great photos, as usual, Matt! Fun night. Good food!
Great photos, Matt.
My understanding is TONE was founded by Nancy and Donnato Frattaroli almost 24years ago following a visit with a father and his three daughters who were staying at Casa Montecasino while the daughters were receiveing medical care.
You may recall the original cuse was to support Casa Montecasino. Nancy also coined the name which has remained, Taste of the North End.
The first event was held in the Saint John’s School. Kudos to Nancy and Donnato for 23 years of a great community benefit.
Your pictures are absolutely the best. I have looked at each and every one of them! I hope to attend this event next year!
Great photos, as usual, Matt! Fun night. Good food!
Great photos, Matt.
My understanding is TONE was founded by Nancy and Donnato Frattaroli almost 24years ago following a visit with a father and his three daughters who were staying at Casa Montecasino while the daughters were receiveing medical care.
You may recall the original cuse was to support Casa Montecasino. Nancy also coined the name which has remained, Taste of the North End.
The first event was held in the Saint John’s School. Kudos to Nancy and Donnato for 23 years of a great community benefit.
Your pictures are absolutely the best. I have looked at each and every one of them! I hope to attend this event next year!