Saturday, May 19, 2012
If you need to get groceries while (only slightly) out of town, check out any of these businesses.
We asked readers this week about their favorite spots to pick up a dozen eggs or a gallon of milk. Check out some of these places our readers named as their favorites right here in the greater Boston area: Back Bay: Trader Joe's, 899 Boylston Street Beacon Hill: Charles Street Market, 66 Charles St Stoneham: Stop & Shop Supermarket, 259 Main Street Wakefield: The Farmland, 415 Main St. Charlestown: Foodmaster, 5 Austin St. Melrose: Foodmaster, 880 Main Street Malden: Super Stop & Shop, 60 Broadway Somerville: Market Basket, 400 Somerville Ave. Medford: Stop & Shop, 760 Fellsway Arlington: D'Agostino's, 1297 Mass Ave. South End: Foodie's Urban Market, 1421 Washington St.
Friday, May 18, 2012
They're holding a 50 percent off sale that starts on Saturday.
Wild Indigo, a boutique on Dartmouth Street that sells crafts by more than 50 local artists, is closing by the end of the month. They're holding a 50 percent off sale that starts on Saturday. "It is with a heavy heart that I must tell you that I will be closing Wild Indigo Boutique on Warren and Dartmouth at the end of my lease in June 2012," owner Christina Murphy wrote in a letter to clients. "A significant increase in the rent, and changes in the terms of my lease, which would allow for direct competition on the same block, preclude me from continuing at this location." Murphy says she's exploring other options and hopes this is a hiatus, not a goodbye.
Shares in the most popular social media company go on sale today to the general public.
There's much advice out there regarding Facebook shares going on sale today after it set its initial public offering stock price at $38 per share. Some say you shouldn't buy it today. Others advise to buy early and as much as you can. While still others warn the market is rigged against small investors. So what are your plans? Does this remind you of the late '90s? Please let us know by taking this poll and commenting below.
Thursday, May 17, 2012
The neighborhood business organization met on Monday at the Mandarin Oriental. Sen. John Kerry was the keynote speaker.
Senator John Kerry spoke about establishing a national energy grid and the importance of private sector investors to more than 250 Back Bay Association members during the business organization's annual meeting on Monday morning at the Mandarin Oriental. Board members also updated the group on local developments, neighborhood issues and projects, and the health of the Back Bay Association. Development Bill Taylor, general manager of the Four Seasons and Chairman of the Back Bay Association, spoke about development in Back Bay, highlighting in particular the 'Shadow Bill," which members fought hard to stall. "A bill which, at it's core, is an anti-development bill," he said. "The legislature has decided not to take action." President Meg…
Friday, May 11, 2012
Marimekko, known for its original prints and bright colors, sells home decor, clothing, bags and accessories and fabrics.
A popular Finnish textile and design company plans to open it's third US store at 140 Newbury Street in July. Marimekko, known for its original prints and bright colors, sells home decor, clothing, bags and accessories and fabrics. They opened their first store US in Manhattan in October 2011, and also took over a Cambridge concept store in November. The company plans to boost its brand on the East and West Coasts, CEO Mika Ihamuotila told the Boston Herald: “We have longer traditions in these regions, and we believe they have greater natural demand for our products. Our long-term goal is to extend our distribution in the U.S. through high-end department stores and specialist retailers and by opening new Marimekko stores.”
We asked Patch readers to name Boston's best Mother's Day brunches - here's what we found:
Taking Mom out on the town next Sunday? Check out some of these hotspots our readers named the best Mother's Day Brunches in the Boston area. Back Bay: Top of the Hub, 800 Boylston St. Beacon Hill: Harvard Gardens, 316 Cambridge St. Charlestown: Warren Tavern, 2 Pleasant St. Malden: Exchange St. Bistro, 67 Exchange St. Medford: Lantana Cafe, 417 Salem St. Melrose: Bobby C's, 20 Main St. Somerville: Highland Kitchen 150 Highland Ave. South End: Union Bar and Grille, 1357 Washington St. Stoneham: Felicia's of The North End, 423 Main St., and Montvale Plaza, 54 Montvale Ave. Wakefield: Brother's Deli, 404 Main St.
Thursday, May 10, 2012
The pole dancing studio is haunted. Owner Wendy Reardon will tell her supernatural tale on the Biography Channel's 'My Ghost Story' Saturday night.
Orbs flying across the screen are clearly visible in Gypsy Rose owner Wendy Reardon's iPhone video footage showcased by the Boston Herald. Some zip across the screen. Others hover in front of the camera, clearly freaking out Herald Inside Track reporter Megan Johnson. Reardon, who's given her seven or eight ghosts names like Bullet, Blinky and Thriller, says they followed her from her Quincy studio - where she used to hear voices calling her name and the lights would flicker. Never underestimating the power of positive conversation, she'd ask them to stop and they'd listen. When she moved to Boston she invited them to come with her, and they clearly obliged. “I believe they were spirits that used to work in the area and just happen to …
Wednesday, May 9, 2012
City Councilor Mike Ross said Charles Street on Beacon Hill is an example of a business district where retail is being strangled by too many street-level banks.
Clusters of banks can strangle the retail vitality of certain Boston streets, warned City Councilor Mike Ross. Ross said Charles Street on Beacon Hill is an example where too many "big box banks" are buying up storefronts at inflated prices mom and pop shops can't afford. The resulting row of banks deadens what could be lively retail zones. "It’s not right for every street to make this 'No Bank First Floor' zoning change, but I believe it’s right for Charles Street on Beacon Hill," said Ross, who represents District 8. Ross said that banks close at 5 p.m. and aren't open on weekends, all of which has a deadening effect for the neighborhood businesses. He made his remarks at Wednesday's City Council meeting. The matter will be taken up by …
Don't forget to check out our Facebook page and tag any photos you recognize
On April 24 about 60 business leaders came together at the Creperie for a networking event with Back Bay Patch and the Newbury Street League. The evening featured an open bar and raffle prizes with Patch swag, and was a great way to introduce some of the hands-on features of Patch - including the option to claim your free listing on our site. We also went over ways to upload your own events and announcements, and start a blog on Patch. Also check out our Facebook page and tag any photos you recognize All in all, it was a great night and thanks to everyone who came!
Wednesday, May 2, 2012
All agreed the orange goodness is perfect for spring.
The crowd that turned out at the Charlesmark Hotel Tuesday evening as part of our Neighborhood Night with the Back Bay Association had the opportunity to pick the restaurant's newest addition to their spring drink menu. The vote was unanimous. People were all about the Blood Orange Sunrise: Bacardi "O", Sorrento Orangcello, Grand Marnier, fresh lemon and organge juices. Thanks to everyone who came, and if not, hopefully you can make the next one.
michael sirois
2:02 pm on Sunday, May 20, 2012
i buy eggs and milk from Casa Cuong. Foodies is way overpriced (like $8.00 for a 2 lb chicken) more ›