Throwback on the Move, Thirsty Moose Set to Open and More Restaurant News

We know Concord residents don't just stay in town when they want a night out and a break from cooking.

Below is a look at the restaurant and food stories local Patch sites have covered over the past month. Read through our round-up for the latest food news in your area.

PORTSMOUTH

It's been a busy month for restaurant news in Portsmouth. on State Street, and the , with its 116 beer taps, is expected to open on Monday in the old Muddy River Smokehouse location. And that's just a sampling of what's been happening on the Portsmouth restaurant scene in recent months. of some of the more recent moves.

HAMPTON

Some sad news out of Hampton last week, when we learned that . It was originally expected to open this summer at the corner of Swains Court and Route 1. We'll have much more on this story – including an exclusive interview – in the coming days. Meanwhile, , , and since the start of spring.

NORTH HAMPTON

In beer related news, it was revealed this week that for about $900,000 at auction. The owners hope this will allow them to expand the hours and size of their tasting room, which is now located on Route 1. Also, a new restaurant called Locals in the old Wings Your Way location on Route 1.

EXETER

The Green Bean in Exeter recently to its downtown restaurant, which has really spruced up the outdoor seating area. The eatery also opened at the Wentworth by the Sea marina.

SALEM/WINDHAM

Last weekend was a big one for foodies in the Salem area, as . Attendees got a chance to sample fried dough, hoagies, lobster, cupcakes and more from between 20 to 30 different food trucks.

CONCORD

In Concord, The Barley House recently wrapped up its annual Burgerfest, which helps to raise money for the Children's Hospital at Dartmouth. , owner Brian Shea talks about the seventh annual event.

NASHUA

Martha's Exchange recently , which is great given the high demand for outdoor seating downtown. It's just one of several Nashua restaurants that have recently added outdoor seating.

MERRIMACK

A Bedford mom has started selling her baked goods at her food truck, at the Merrimack farmer's market, after she was prohibited by zoning laws from parking her truck in her own town. She's also been selling her baked goods at several locations in Amherst.

AMHERST

A & E Custom Coffee is to raise money for the Nashua chapter of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. You can buy a card for $1 and post it at the cafe, or you can buy a bag of Mexican coffee, and $2 from every purchase will be donated.

BEDFORD

The big news in Bedford has been the opening of . There's also , and we recently had , who sells her pasta, potato salads and other products at local stores like the Bedford Meat House and Harvest Market.