After 50 years, Maria Merola has decided to retire and close Maria’s Pastry Shop at 46 Cross Street in Boston’s North End. The last day of business will be September 15, 2019. Tucked away on Cross Street, Maria’s was a local favorite with authentic, homemade offerings and a sanctuary from the Mike’s vs. Modern cannoli Read More…
The North End Historical Society sponsored a lecture and discussion on “The History of Cannoli,” the wondrous dessert that attracts thousands to the North End each year. Michele Topor of the famed North End Market Tours explained the major differences between the Italian and Italian-American version of cannoli. And, of course, there were complementary samples Read More…
The History of Cannoli: Italian American v. Italian Join the North End Historical Society for a talk about this wondrous dessert that attracts thousands to the North End each year. Michele Topor of the famed North End Market Tours will share the intriguing history of this delectable treat! The event will end with a Q&A Read More…
If you live in or around the North End, you probably get tired of the endless “best cannoli” debate … or do you? The latest “Holy Cannoli” roundup comes from The Phoenix and includes newcomer, Thinking Cup. The newest cafe on the block made it clear they wanted to compete in the cannoli wars. Also Read More…
It is opening week for Thinking Cup, a new coffee shop at 236 Hanover Street in Boston’s North End, featuring “Stumptown Coffee” in a European-style cafe with about 60 seats. Similar to its first location on Tremont Street at Boston Common, the new establishment will offer espresso, lattes, teas, sandwiches and pastries. Both neighborhood groups, Read More…
The Suffolk County District Attorney’s Office tells the story of an armed robbery early Thursday morning at Bova’s Bakery at the corner of Prince and Salem Streets in the North End, all for the love of a cannoli. Fortunately, no one was injured. “An Irishman who had just begun his vacation in Boston was arraigned Read More…
“Little Bear Ursino” couldn’t wait to enjoy a delicious Italian cannoli at St. Agrippina’s Feast in the North End of Boston!! In his own words, “The best things in the world are all ITALIAN!” Photo by Anonymous. “Neighborhood Photo” is a regular feature on NorthEndWaterfront.com. Did you take a great photo? Have it featured and Read More…