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Largest pizza festival in New England returning to Mass.
The Boston Pizza Festival will return to City Hall Plaza on Sept. 19 and Sept. 20. More than 30 pizzerias are expected to serve slices for more than 20,000 guests.
Japanese restaurant debuting in Greater Boston
Jūni, a Japanese restaurant offering a flexible take on omakase, opened in Quincy this week. The restaurant will serve a 12-component, omakase-style platter for $69, according to a social media announcement.
Vietnamese eatery coming to MetroWest
A new Vietnamese restaurant centered on shared dishes and drinks is nearing an opening in downtown Natick.
Nhau, a concept from Soall Viet Kitchen owner Sa Nguyen, is expected to open at The Block at 1 South Main St. in late August or early September
Beloved Central Mass. bar saved from closure after sale
Halligan's Bar in Auburn was sold to Dan Raymond and Mike and Katie Langway, the current owners of Days End Tavern in Oxford, the business announced Sunday. The new owners are expected to take over Jan. 1, 2027.
Mass. first natural winery opens bar in Boston
Marzae Cellar + Provisions is now welcoming guests during a public soft opening in the Market's largest retail space, bringing together Massachusetts-made natural wine, seasonal New England cuisine and a curated selection of locally made specialty foods.
Two new coffee shops debuting in Mass.
Pavement Coffeehouse, a Boston-based coffee chain, is preparing to open its first Medford location inside Tufts University's Joyce Cummings Center.
August Coffee is a cafe at 548 Main St. in downtown Worcester serving coffee, espresso drinks, seasonal food, and other menu items.
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