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Eater
a day ago
- Business
- Eater
4 Major Boston Restaurant and Bar Closings to Know, June 2025
This is the June edition of a monthly column that rounds up restaurant closures in and around Boston. Catch up on more news about closures in the Boston area right here. Know of a restaurant closure that should be on Eater Boston's radar? Get in touch at boston@ Cambridge: Fried chicken restaurant and live music venue Lily P's closed down abruptly this month after nearly six years in Kendall Square. It's not clear what exactly prompted the closure, but the restaurant may not be gone forever. 'We'd love to be able to continue to operate sometime in the not-too-distant future,' co-owner Alex Tannenbaum tells Eater. In the meantime, Lily P's Hub Hall outpost at TD Garden remains open. 50 Binney Street Downtown Boston: The owner of Belgian chocolate shop Au Chocolat has decided to retire, and the shop is shutting down, Boston Restaurant Talk reports. The shop's last day of service was Friday, June 27. 35 High Street Downtown Boston: Pinoy Kabayan, one of Boston's few Filipino restaurants, appears to have closed down. The counter-service restaurant served all-day breakfast with some standout longganisa, a Filipino-style sweet pork sausage, plus lunch go-tos like stir-fried noodles and adobo chicken. However, Boston Restaurant Talk reports that another Filipino restaurant, Kanaka Cafe, will be opening in its place. Eater has reached out to the restaurant for more details on the switch-up. 71 Broad Street North End: Italian seafood spot Rabia's Dolce Fumo has shuttered. 'The past five years were nothing short of a wild ride,' the restaurant stated in a Facebook post announcing the closure. Its last day was Thursday, June 26. In the wake of the closure, it sounds like the team may be cooking up something new. 'It was time to close this chapter and for us to explore new endeavors (stay tuned),' the post reads. 73 Salem Street See More: Boston Restaurant Closings
Daily Mirror
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
'I ate at McDonald's in the Philippines and it's a game-changer'
A tourist from the US tried out fast food giant McDonald's while visiting the Philippines, and said one item could be a 'game-changer' if they introduced it back home It's always exciting for McDonald's fans to visit chains of the fast food giant different places in the world. While you'd expect most branches to serve fries, cheeseburgers and Chicken McNuggets, you might be surprised at how different the menu offerings can be around the world. One fast food fan from the UK was recently impressed after visiting McDonald's in Spain and was excited by the "extra stuff they have" there - including potato wedges. And another Maccies fan who ate at a branch in the Philippines couldn't believe the extra items they had on offer. Self proclaimed "travelling foodie" Kriselle, from Sacramento, California in the US, shared a video from McDonald's in the Philippines on her TikTok account. According to the food reviewer, the "best part" is that they serve rice. She added: "It's all compact and perfect." They also serve BFF fries, also known as Buddy Fries, which are extra-large fries meant for sharing with friends. They are sold in various locations around the world, including the Philippines. Kriselle also tried McSpaghetti, which in the Philippines is a Filipino-style spaghetti sauce topped with cheddar cheese. Explaining the taste, she said: "Filippino spaghetti is very sweet and has cut up hot dogs in it, and it's not like normal spaghetti." She tried it alongside a piece of McChicken, which she had gravy with. "Imagine if the US McDonald's served fried chicken, it'd be a game-changer" she commented. She said she also had to try their "classic" McDonald's burger - but it's not like the normal cheeseburger you might get in the UK or US. According to the McDonald's Philippines website, it's called the McDo, and is their "all-time classic burger made even better with a beefier patty and a sweeter, tastier sauce". After trying it, Kriselle said: "Honestly, I don't have anything to compare it to because I haven't had a McDonald's burger in years, but I feel like this doesn't taste like a normal McDonald's burger from the States." In the comments section people were shocked at how different McDonald's is around the world. "Why is McDonald's everywhere better than where I live?" asked one person. "I would not share those fries," added another. A third commented: "I'm so jealous they have gravy." "Wait, what?!? Cut up hotdogs in the spaghetti?!?!?" asked another. Another added: "STOP. BFF fries are cute af but also I could finish the whole thing without the BFF."
The Hindu
05-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Chefs in Hyderabad are getting bold with the mango
Mango season here is almost ritualistic. Dessert counters brim with mango treats, and no home-cooked meal feels complete without a plate of the fruit. But this time, the city's chefs are going beyond the familiar — leaving behind the likes of mango cheesecake and tres leches. Instead, you will find a coconut mango mousse cake, a silky Filipino-style drinking dessert called Mango Bango, sushi topped with ripe mango slices, and a mango pizza. If there can be pineapple on pizza and mango in cake, why not mango on pizza? That is the thinking behind Café Delhi Heights' bold new experiment at Inorbit Mall. Led by Chef Ashish Singh, the team reimagined the classic Margherita with a seasonal twist: fresh mango slices layered over a thin, slightly crunchy base. What began as a curious kitchen trial has become a crowd-pleaser, particularly among kids and mango lovers looking for something playful. Inspired by the Hawaiian pizza tradition, this sweet-savoury combo highlights mango's versatility, as its sweetness cuts through the saltiness of the cheese. Cloud kitchen Trio La Patisserie (TLP) has taken things a step further with Mango Bango—a drinking dessert inspired by a Filipino staple that feels like mango and cream with a tropical twist. Their version combines fresh tender coconut water jelly, sago, full-fat milk, mango, and condensed milk. It is low on sugar, with the option to add honey or a touch of sweetness if you like. TLP only prepares this eggless dessert when they source the sweetest and high-quality mangoes from their home farm. Another strictly seasonal special comes from Bougainvillea: mango sushi. Rolled in black sushi rice, it is filled with avocado, cream cheese, and tanuki (tempura flour crumbs) for crunch, and topped with mango for that sweet-savoury finish. And then there is the Mango Picante Virat Kholi's One8 Commune in Hyderabad. Tequila meets jalapeño honey, but it is the aam papad rim that brings boldness, bite, and just the right amount of nostalgia. No mango story is complete without a nod to the Thai classic — sticky rice and mango. At Taro, the Asian speciality kitchen, the dish gets a golden glow-up. Chef Dipesh Kanwar reimagines it with creamy coconut sticky rice, threads of saffron, and slices of ripe mango. The floral warmth of saffron pairs beautifully with tropical sweetness, while a drizzle of salted coconut cream and toasted sesame seeds adds contrast and crunch. If you are craving something lighter, Roastery's mango salad offers a refreshing kick. Juicy mango meets a gentle burn from finely chopped bird's eye chilli — just the thing to brighten up a grey, rainy afternoon.
Yahoo
30-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
15 new restaurants, cafes and a food pod to try around Pierce County
An ambitious cafe has opened downtown, an experience chef has landed in McKinley with an all-day Filipino restaurant, and pizza has returned to Proctor. These are just a few of the new places to eat and drink around Tacoma and the South Sound this spring. In our last edition of recently opened restaurants, we highlighted a cocktail bar in a coffee shop, several fresh faces on Tacoma's evolving Sixth Avenue, and a few spots in Fife and Federal Way. As we look toward summer, here's a look at new restaurants and food trucks in Pierce County. ▪ 921 Pacific Ave., Tacoma, 253-797-8605, Kevin Lee has assuredly made a splash since announcing his new breakfast and lunch spot in downtown Tacoma and opening in April. You won't recognize the old Pita Pit, as the space now feels airy and bright, ready for you to dig into a biscuit sandwich, a slice of quiche, a salad, a pastry from the awesome Lobo Bakery or a fun flavor from The Common Cookie. Eggs are cracked fresh. Espresso hails from down the street at Naomi Joe Coffee Roasters. Folks have swung by and returned already for more. Let's hope this invigorating energy leads to more investment in this stretch of Pac Ave. Open Monday-Friday 7 a.m.- 3 p.m. ▪ 764 Broadway, Tacoma, 253-302-5296, Formerly Cremello Cafe, Bostwick Cafe's previous name has returned but again under new ownership. Cecile Lahti took over the downtown coffee shop in March and recently expanded to a full seven-day-a-week schedule. Find Caffe d'Arte coffee, pastries, light sandwiches, and lots of space and outlets to spread out and stay a while. ▪ 716 Pacific Ave., Tacoma, 253-327-1680, Under new ownership since January 2024, downtown Tacoma's only still-standing brewery (for the moment, perhaps) is now serving food. Former Grit City Greens co-owner Sean Guay spearheaded a new in-house food truck, from which taproom customers — or anyone in need of sustenance — can order paninis, sub-style sandwiches and brats. There's also charcuterie boards, potato salad and grilled cheese 'dunkers,' if you'd prefer a nibble during trivia or to accompany your beer. ▪ 3511 McKinley Ave., Tacoma, At his new McKinley Hill restaurant, chef Gerold Castro blends years of hospitality experience with his Filipino heritage while honoring the many Mexican cooks who keep America's kitchens running. Dishes range from lumpia and crispy pork belly with guava-chili jam to mahi mahi or lechon and braised-pork tacos, from chicken mole to Filipino-style beef caldereta and pancit. Breakfast is served all day, including a longanisa burrito, ube French toast and lechon benedict, plus coffee and a full bar. Open Wednesday-Friday 11 a.m-7 p.m. and Saturday-Sunday 10 a.m.-6 p.m. ▪ 2515 N. Proctor St., Tacoma, 253-301-2994, Fondi has been a well-loved name in Gig Harbor dating to the early 2000s and in 2019 became independently owned and operated. Chris Olson scooped up the former Millhouse (and before that, Europa Bistro) space in the heart of Tacoma's Proctor District for its second location of this new era, opening in April. Here a gas-powered oven churns out the same Neapolitan-style pies. The salads come in three generous sizes, there's a full bar and the place is family-friendly. Brisk business for dine-in and takeout is anticipated. Open Sunday-Thursday 11 a.m.-8:30 p.m. and Friday-Saturday 11 a.m.-9 p.m. ▪ 11101 Pacific Highway, Lakewood, 253-302-4564, This space near the Lakewood train station has seemingly been cursed in recent years, but its neighbors, Kko Kko Chicken and Los Cuervos, are busy destinations. VK has attracted a loyal following in the Lincoln District since opening in 2019, especially for its Northern Vietnamese specialties. Maybe these owners have the goods to hold strong here in Lakewood, too, which they introduced in early April. Beyond the usual, try the cha ca la vong (halibut cooked in turmeric, scattered with dill and served with baguette), grilled whole squid and cold duck salad. Open Thursday-Tuesday 10 a.m.-9 p.m. (closed Wednesdays). ▪ 8408 Steilacoom Blvd., Lakewood, 253-495-5043, I Love Tacos first landed in Tacoma's East Side (716 E. 64th St.) and then added a second truck parked regularly in downtown Puyallup (203 W. Pioneer Ave.). This spring, co-owner Hugo Maldonado added a third truck in Lakewood, just east of Fort Steilacoom Park. Choose among asada, pastor, chorizo, pollo and tripe on tacos, quesadillas, mulitas and tortas. Other popular items include the classic California-style burrito, supreme nachos and the Love Asada fries. Open Tuesday-Sunday 11 a.m.-8 p.m. ▪ 2365 Tacoma Ave. S, Tacoma, The owners of two mobile restaurants have teamed up to offer their Caribbean food through a takeout-only kitchen near downtown Tacoma. Abby Woods of Trini Plate, which you can also find on Saturdays at Proctor Farmers Market, and Karen Stringer of Bajan Station are serving Trinidadian doubles (baras, or flatbreads, with channa and your choice of sauces, including a tamarind chutney and Scotch Bonnet pepper sauce), halal jerk wings, pigeon peas and rice cooked in coconut milk, salt-cod fritters, handpies and more. Orders preferred directly through Square online, but you can also use DoorDash — delivery is available for a fee, but you can also avoid extra costs by picking up at the commissary kitchen. Ordering open Wednesday-Saturday 10 a.m.-3 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m.-2 p.m. ▪ Waterfront Market, 5101 Yacht Club Road, Tacoma, The Waterfront Market near Point Ruston has a new tenant in the anchor stall next to the main entrance. Belly Smoothie Co. opened in May with a menu of smoothies (Sunny Dee, Jelly Belly, Thin Mint and Get Nuts among them), fresh juices, espresso drinks and matcha lattes. It replaced Zaya, a Ukrainian bakery and cafe, which replaced Dancing Goats Coffee Bar. While at the market, you can also check out Bobaholic Cafe, Wild Sugar Gelato, Eco Purpose Boutique, The Kind Bee and Co., Shugie's Jewelry and Gifts, and more local businesses. The smoothie bar is open Tuesday-Sunday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. ▪ Point Ruston, 5115 Grand Loop, Tacoma, 253-448-2145, The walk-up-only fish and chips counter from Wildfin American Grill is now open for the season. (Note that it sometimes closes in inclement weather.) Pick up a basket of Alaskan cod or halibut dipped to order in a beer batter, starting at two pieces for $15.59 or $19.48. The menu also features buttermilk-marinated, steak-cut fried calamari, crisp cod or banh mi-style seared cod tacos, and seafood chowder. Add a cup to any main for $3.99. Wash it down with a blackberry-basil milkshake or a soft-serve ice cream cone. Open Monday-Wednesday at 3 p.m. and Thursday-Sunday at 11:30 a.m., closing at dusk. ▪ Pind Kohala Food Pod, 1824 S. Meridian, Puyallup The owners of Little India and RJ's Burgers at Tacoma's Freighthouse Square have opened a food pod in Puyallup. Just south of MultiCare Good Samaritan Hospital, the outdoor food court hosts three trucks: one with a similar menu to Raj Singh and Rajinder Kaur's original Indian restaurant, one serving pizza and burgers with an Indian twist, plus a coffee shop called Mocha Stop. Open daily 10 a.m.-9:30 p.m. ▪ 1128 E. 72nd St., Tacoma, Good Vibes Espresso added a seventh location to its series of coffee huts in Pierce County, joining three other Tacoma shops, two in Puyallup and one in Fife. Using Dillano's roasts, the shop offers your typical espresso drinks in many sizes — from a two-shot 12-ounce to a four-shot 24-ounce hot, and up to a whopping five shots and 32 ounces cold. Specialties include Hawaiian salted caramel with white chocolate, Lava Flow with strawberry and coconut, and Liquid Sunshine with pear, white peach and pineapple. Smoothies, energy spritzers and Italian sodas are available, as well as on-the-go food and pastries. Open weekdays at 4:30 a.m., Saturdays at 5:30 a.m. and Sundays at 6:30 a.m. ▪ 8825 N. Harborview Dr., Gig Harbor, 253-432-4211, Chili Thai, which operates five other restaurants in Pierce and Kitsap counties, took charge of Gig Harbor Thai Cuisine this spring. The owners had been seeking a restaurant on this side of the Narrows, but closer to the bridge than their existing Silverdale outpost, for about a year, manager Paul Tuncheleeporn told The Gateway in May. They decided in this case to keep the existing Gig Harbor moniker but have expanded the menu to match their other locations. Importantly for the summer months, they invested in air-conditioning! Open Monday-Saturday at 11 a.m. and Sunday at noon. ▪ 3550 Market Place W., University Place, 253-541-2744, This new shop from Wendy Schutzler and David Coldiron is a cook's delight in University Place and a great place to shop for anyone in your life who loves a good home-cooked meal. The Essential Pantry specializes in curated goods including a range of olive oils sourced from around the world, various vinegars for cooking and drizzling, and dried herbs and spices a-plenty. The shelves also are stocked with select kitchen goods like mugs, bowls, linens and cookbooks. Across from Whole Foods, next to Pearl Tea and Chambers Bay Distillery. Open Tuesday-Saturday 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
San Francisco Chronicle
05-05-2025
- Business
- San Francisco Chronicle
James Beard Award-winning restaurant returns, plus more East Bay openings
Restaurant comebacks were a common trend across the East Bay in April. Popular waterfront pizzeria Forge and progressive restaurant Understory are back serving diners in new locations. New arrivals include a Black-owned cafe at a West Oakland food hall and the latest from a growing coffee shop. Lauded restaurant returns Understory, Oakland's progressive, James Beard award-winning restaurant has made a comeback. The worker-owned business reopened with menus boasting Southeast Asian influence in dishes like slow-braised short ribs, grilled Filipino-style chicken inasal and a caramelized papaya burger. The lunch and brunch menus include sandwiches and quiches, along with coffees and an ube horchata. The restaurant offers a pay-what-you-can dish to accommodate diners regardless of what they can afford. Pizza house is back The Oakland pizza specialists at the Forge are now making their sourdough pies in Rockridge. Expect pizza and a slew of new dishes like lemon-harissa shrimp, mussels with mozzarella garlic bread and a beefy burger. The restaurant brought activity back into the former Beer Baron space, so naturally there is a long, 22-beer tap list. The Forge closed its waterfront restaurant at Jack London Square in December. It has since opened a location at Oakland International Airport. 5900 College Ave., Oakland. Local coffee roaster expands The East Bay's homegrown roasting outfit Signal Coffee opened its latest location at Oakland's Tribune Tower. Like its sibling locations in Alameda and Berkeley, there are drip coffee and espresso drinks made with specialty-grade beans along with pastries made in-house. The new brick-and-mortar takes over the former Rasa Caffe space. Signal has also amplified its presence across the Bay Bridge with a new popup at the Ferry Plaza Farmers Market. Dumpling House is the latest restaurant to bundle meats and vegetables into comforting, bite sized packages in Alameda. East Bay Nosh reports there are steamed dumplings, pork buns and poached chicken at the new restaurant. There are also sweet smoothies made with mango, peach and pitaya to drink. 2105 Lincoln Ave., Alameda. Mexican snacks find a new home Find comforting Mexican snacks at Yoyo's Botaneria in Hayward. The menu features all-time favorites like wheat chicharrones topped with avocado and pico de gallo, fried taquitos and esquites — also known as chaskas — topped with a mix of chile, mayo, cotija cheese. More elaborate corn treats add spiced shrimp or chorizo with bell peppers. Marquesitas, a style of crispy crepe roll that's rare in the Bay Area, come filled with your choice of bola cheese, fruits or spreads like cajeta or hazelnut cream. Yoyo's Botaneria previously served its snacks in San Leandro. Baked goods and breakfast Hayward's popular Don Polvoron is now baking and cooking in Livermore. The new shop offers Mexican style breads like conchas, empanadas and its namesake polvoron cookies. The breakfast tortas use telera rolls and come with fillings like eggs with ham or bacon, or a scramble with pico de gallo. Tamales, steamed tacos and flautas round out the menu. Yelp users report the new business opened in April. Buzzing food hall gets new tenant West Oakland's new Prescott Market food hall has a new stop for sandwiches and brunch fare. Cafe Noir brings dishes like shrimp and grits with Andouille sausage and sweet potato pancakes into a diverse spread of vendors. Owner Marissa Gittens first opened Cafe Noir in Oakland's Lower Dimond District in 2023, in an effort to pay homage to the Black diaspora and representative dishes. European bites in the Tri-Valley Yelp users report Naschmarkt, which operates Campbell and Palo Alto restaurants, is now cooking Austrian-German cuisine in Pleasanton. The menu includes appetizers like pretzels, sausage trios and spaetzle with smoked chicken, accompanied by a robust beer list. Entrees include classic dishes like wiener schnitzel and cabbage stuffed with pork and bacon. 310 Main St., Suite B, Pleasanton.
