Legendary UCONN Coach Auriemma Debuts New Cafe Aura Italian Eatery
Geno Auriemma’s latest restaurant project has opened in the former Cavey’s space in Manchester, CT featuring modern twists on Italian favorites. “Our family has always loved the historic Cavey’s building and we worked hard to keep much of its character as we planned the layout and design for the new Cafe Aura,” Auriemma said. UConn women’s basketba...
Pallotta sisters share why their Italian lunches were weird growing up
Carla and Christine Pallotta now see diners eating up their childhood favorites at their waterfront restaurant, Nebo Cucina & Enoteca. But growing up, the food found on the sisters’ plates wasn’t all that popular outside their native North End. “It’s really funny: We moved from the North End to Stoneham when we were a little older, and nobody there...
Di Roma's Pizza-More Than Just Another Pizza Joint
Di Roma's Pizza and Italian Eatery has now been in business for a little over 3 months, and owner Arben "Benny" Ajruli is committed to Stratford for the long haul. Ajruli, the owner and head chef of the restaurant, is the sole owner of the small eatery on 817 Success Ave in Stratford. Ajruli has a commitment to his business that is hard to find tod...
One of Boston’s Best Gelato Shops Is Opening a Hometown Location in Hingham
On this frigid day in Boston, here’s a cool dispatch: Local makers Gelato & Chill will soon open a second gelato shop. With one scoop shop in operation inside Time Out Market in the Fenway, Gelato & Chill is taking over the former Cold Stone Creamery space at the Derby Street Shops in Hingham this spring. Gelato & Chill’s rotating lineup of flavors...
Madison Beach Hotel Hosts A Taste of Tuscany Wine Dinner
Madison Beach Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton, a AAA Four Diamond Award-winning boutique resort and chosen Hotel of the Year by Hilton, hosts A Taste of Tuscany on Saturday, February 1, 2020 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.. This exclusive dinner featuring wines from Tenuta Torciano Winery is part of the hotel's Epicurean Series. A "wine conductor" direct...
Italian Wine Tasting at il Molo
Thursday January 23, 2020 at 6:30 PM. Il Molo, 326 Commercial Street, Boston, MA, 02109 On Thursday, January 23, il Molo will welcome special guest Roberto Giarratani, Ruby Wines Italian Specialist, for an evening of incredible Tuscan wines. Giarratani has extensively traveled the Tuscany region of Italy, gaining knowledge and building relationship...
A North End Italian restaurant is one of Yelp’s ‘Top 100 Places to Eat in the U.S.’ in 2020
It’s the beginning of a new year, and the “best of” lists are still coming. On Tuesday, Yelp released its annual list of the “Top 100 Places to Eat in the U.S.,” a quirky roundup recognizing both fine-dining and ultra-casual eateries from across the country. Three Massachusetts restaurants were featured, including No. 49 Carmelina’s, a North End re...
Bar 'Cino To Open In Brookline Soon
There's a new restaurant set to open January 17 in Brookline's St. Mary's neighborhood this month. Bar 'Cino, pronounced "chee-no," is an Italian eatery that opened in Rhode Island last year. It comes after Grassona's Italian in Washington Square announced it was set to close its doors for good. Bar 'Cino's Italian menu joins the likes of La Morra,...
Pannese Society celebration marks 110th anniversary
Special pride was on display a number of times inside the Kelley-Gazzerro VFW Post 2812/Spirito’s Restaurant during an extraordinary celebration that marked the 110th anniversary of the famed Pannese Society of Rhode Island. Upwards of 250 people celebrated their Italian heritage that dates back to 1909, when Giuseppe Anzevino came from the village...
Italian Baker Goes Viral For Creative Pizza Art Using Toppings
Pizza is often described by those most passionate about the Italian classic as a work of art. This could be due to the beloved combo of bread, sauce, cheese and toppings, or it could be because they’ve been to D. Palmieri’s Bakery in Rhode Island. At this pizza shop, Eric Palmieri has become a hit thanks to his pizzas turned into art. Eric Palmieri...
Carmine's Italian restaurant reopens after 7 months dark
Fans of Carmine's saw their holiday wishes fulfilled Dec. 26 as the Italian restaurant on North Water Street reopened after a seven-month hiatus. "Great news and on my birthday!" Susan Sousa commented on Facebook. "Yes, there really is a Santa Claus," wrote another fan, Kimberly Vieira. The former Carmine’s Italian Ristorante reopened with a slight...
Westport Celebrates Mioli Family And Westport Pizzeria
After more than 51 years, Westport Pizzeria is closing and Carmelo "Mel" Mioli, its owner, is retiring, but not before Westport and state officials honored the Mioli family and the business with a celebration at the Post Road East restaurant on Friday. Westport First Selectman Jim Marpe and state Sen. Tony Hwang read local and state proclamations,...