Tuesday, July 31, 2012
Welcome to our round up of area restaurant and food news.
We know Reading and North Reading residents don’t just stay in town when they want a night out and a break from cooking. Restaurant coming and goings, new business and the best dishes and recipes are among the items that have appeared on area Patch sites over the past month. 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 the area. READING-NORTH READING The Green Tomato celebrated 10 years in Reading on July 25. To thank customers, the restaurant will be serving free samples of new and regular items on their menu. According to Owner John Ryan there will be a tent outside on July 25 from noon to 6 p.m. with samples and free drinks. A…
Thursday, June 28, 2012
Welcome to our round up of area restaurant and food news.
We know Reading and North Reading residents don’t just stay in town when they want a night out and a break from cooking. Restaurant coming and goings, new business and the best dishes and recipes are among the items that have appeared on area Patch sites over the past month. 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 the area. READING There is a new bakery in Reading. Cookies and Cream on Haven Street offers cakes, cookies, pies and specialties like key lime pie parfait and cheesecake with chocolate pudding, whipped topping and Oreo cookie. They also serve breakfast and lunch. NORTH READING Lindsay Felix grew up in North …
Tuesday, June 26, 2012
The Hornet's Nest Sub Shop celebrated it's 40th anniversary in North Reading Monday.
The Hornet's Nest Sub Shop has been a staple to the town of North Reading for the last 40 years. Famous for it's cheese-steaks, pizza, subs and sandwiches, the Hornet's Nest celebrated their 40th anniversary Monday. Couple David and Laura Salvo have owned the Hornet's Nest for the last eight years. Prior to that, Joe Gallagher and his wife Linda owned the eatery for 32 years. When asked how they ended up with the shop, Laura Salvo said, "I think it was fate." She was always a fan of the sub shop, having grown up in North Reading. Laura and David Salvo had always been in the food business, she said. The couple owned another sub shop in Danvers, the one they sold to buy the nest. They had always wanted to own the Hornet's Nest, and called …
Monday, June 18, 2012
If you haven't tried Mrs. Felix's cupcakes, you can order some online before the store opens.
Lindsay Felix grew up in North Reading and still lives in town with her husband and three children. For the last 10 years, she has been making cupcakes from scratch for the community free of charge. After an overwhelming amount of orders, Felix decided to start her own cupcake business online this past May and now is ready to open a store. Mrs. Felix’s Cupcakes will open in town this summer. Felix is still unsure of the date, but hopes it will happen by the end of July. All of her cupcakes, that she refers to as "simple and delicious," are homemade from scratch without preservatives or any traces of peanuts. Her two most popular cupcake flavors are chocolate with chocolate cream frosting and golden with vanilla cream frosting. However, she…
Thursday, May 31, 2012
Welcome to our round up of area restaurant and food news.
We know Reading and North Reading residents don’t just stay in either town when they want a night out and a break from cooking. Restaurant comings and goings, new business and the best dishes and recipes are among the items that have appeared on area Patch sites over the past month. 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 the area. READING-NORTH READING In North Reading, changes are afoot at Great American Tavern. The tavern is undergoing some changes including a breakfast menu, a new manager on their liquor license and they are working on extended hours for the patio. The Chocolate Truffle in Reading is getting in on the …
Wednesday, May 30, 2012
North Reading Service, formerly Lew's Mobil, was sold.
Welcome to You Ask... Patch Answers where we answer readers questions. We recently received questions about the vacant lot on Park Street that was once North Reading Service. Patch readers want to know if the building was sold. Here's your answer. North Reading Service, formerly Lew's Mobil, on Park Street was opened by Lew Vorrilas 47 years ago, and stayed open until last Spring. The building finally has a buyer. According to Century 21 Spindler and O'Neil, they have the listing on the property at 160 Park St. and they have signed a purchase and sale agreement with the buyer, making the property under agreement. They declined to comment on the buyer for confidentiality reasons. They don't ever comment on the parties for a transaction …
Monday, May 28, 2012
Find out what is open today.
Today we celebrate Memorial Day. Schools, Post Offices, most banks and North Reading and Reading Town Hall are closed today. Here is a list of some businesses that are open:
Tuesday, May 22, 2012
Ten and Under, a used children's clothing store, will open in June.
Need an inexpensive place to shop for your kids, that will also keep them entertained? Try out the new Ten and Under store on Main Street when it opens next month. Ten and Under is a used children's clothing store that is located in the old Curve's space on Main Street. Started by sisters Brandy Previti and Brooke Bayko, the store will stock used children's clothing, shoes, toys, outerwear and some maternity clothes for $10 and under. They plan to open the store on June 1, Previti said. "We are mostly doing donations," Previti said. "That's how we keep the prices at $10 or less." The store will have a play area in the back of the store filled with toys for kids to play with while parents shop. There is also a big screen television mounted…
Tuesday, May 1, 2012
Stop by the Boston Flower Market for flowers, potted plants, vases, furniture and other accessories.
From the outside of Boston Flower Market, you cannot tell what is waiting for you when you step through the front door. The market is full of flowers, potted and hanging plants, floral arrangements, topiaries, statues, antique goods, furniture, accessories, garden decor and more. There is also a large array of flowers and plants located behind the building. Whatever kind of flower you are looking for, chances are they have it. They are a full service garden center and florist, but also have a variety of furniture and antique goods. From chandeliers to dressers and other furniture, they have a wide selection of unique items for the home and garden. The store has been on Main Street since since it opened in 1995, according to General …
Thursday, April 19, 2012
Advanced Photo in North Reading offers printing, portrait sessions on and off site, restoration, videos and more.
Advanced Photo is a photography studio that offers more than just photos. Photography, videography, printing and scanning are just some of the services they offer. Owner Al Pereira opened the store in March of 1992 and recently celebrated 20 years in North Reading. Pereira is the main photographer and will take photos in the studio at the Main Street store or come to you, whether it is a wedding, corporate or sporting event. A regular portrait session is free if you buy a reasonable package, those range in price from $30 to $250. If you don't buy a package, the sitting fee is $50, and includes a free 8x10 of your choice. A basic wedding package will set you back about $2,000. If you are an athlete and interested in a highlight video, …
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Jim Pothier
8:28 am on Saturday, August 4, 2012
Actually a high end steakhouse and pub owned by the same people. more ›