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The Herald News

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Miss Lizzie's Coffee says owner Joe Pereira has died

FALL RIVER — The operators of Miss Lizzie’s Coffee announced on Monday, Nov. 9, that owner Joe Pereira has died. “Please bear with us during this difficult time. We will be open for limited hours for the next few days while we make arrangements,” the café announced on its Facebook page. The café had initially announced Sunday it would be closed for a “family emergency.” Pereira’s café, which initially opened in 2023 on Second Street next to the Lizzie Borden House, moved in late June to 100 Rock St., the former Central Congregational Church — the church Lizzie Borden’s family attended. Since its opening, the coffee shop’s connection to the Lizzie Borden story has attracted customers from across the United States and several countries. Historic connection: Miss Lizzie's Coffee has big plans to be a cultural center Pereira's coffee shop made national news Pereira and the café had attracted controversy since its opening; after U.S. Ghost Adventures sued in federal court for trademark infringement in 2023, the feud between the two Lizzie-related attractions made headlines nationally. USGA later sued Pereira individually and the café for defamation. Pereira, who acted as his own attorney, defaulted in both lawsuits after failing to

Fall River, MA · 1d

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Craveworthy Brands adds Papa Gino’s to its roster

Chicago-based Craveworthy Brands, a portfolio company founded by Gregg Majewski in 2022, has signed a definitive agreement to acquire New England Authentic Eats LLC, the Massachusetts-based parent company of Papa Gino’s Pizzeria, marking its largest acquisition to date. Terms of the deal, which is expected to close by Dec. 31, were not disclosed.

Massachusetts · 2d
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Bill Ash's Lounge Pours Its Last Round As Revere Beach Dive Bar Shuts For Good

76–82 Revere Beach Blvd. — Reported Site of Proposed 80-Unit Condos. Bill Ash's Lounge, the cash-only dive bar that's anchored Revere Beach Boulevard for decades, has closed its doors for good. The bar held a Halloween Final Farewell Party at the longtime, popular spot, and musician Michael Firicano confirmed what regulars feared: the lights are out permanently.

Revere, MA · 1d
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These 7 Fall River, Massachusetts Portuguese Bakeries Still Pull Malassadas or Sweet Bread From the Oven Every Morning

One bakery on this list unlocks its door at 4:30 in the morning. That’s before most coffee makers in Massachusetts have even clicked on. I love that detail because it tells you who these ovens are really for. They serve early shift workers, Sunday regulars, and anyone who knows that sweet bread tastes best before the sun is fully up.

Fall River, MA · 3d
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Caught in Southie

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Alfredo’s Is Moving to a New Location in Southie After 23 Years

After 23 years at 243 Dorchester Street, Alfredo’s is moving to a new home in Southie. But don’t worry, it’s not going far. The neighborhood favorite is relocating to 320 Dorchester Street, at the corner of Old Colony Avenue. The new, modern space will feature a larger dining room, giving customers a place to sit down and enjoy Alfredo’s popular steak tips, chicken broccoli Alfredo, Italian-style pizzas, and more.

Boston, MA · 4d

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The Cannoli Battle of Boston

The North End of Boston is famous for its cannoli, but which one has the BEST (according to me)?\. There’s an ongoing debate among Boston locals and tourists alike: who has the best cannoli in Boston? Mike’s Pastry? Modern Pastry? Bova’s Bakery? As a native of the greater Boston area, I’ve been to all three bakeries too many times to count! As a kid, I never really thought to compare all three bakeries in respect to one popular dessert—the cannoli. Today, I’ll break down each bakery’s cannolis based on creativity of flavors, presentation and, of course, taste.

Boston, MA · 1d

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Haley House Cafe Reopens With Former Tatte Leader Kate Lord

A familiar face from Boston's café scene is stepping into a new kind of kitchen. Kate Lord, who previously managed Tatte Bakery & Cafe, has reopened Haley House Cafe, the nonprofit eatery designed to generate revenue to support free food access and workforce development programs. A New Chapter for...

Boston, MA · 1d

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Q&A: Bar Lunette owner Nick Mallia on what Brookline’s drinking and managing a tough time for restaurants

This article is part of Brookline Eats, our new weekly newsletter with coverage of Brookline’s restaurant and food scene. Sign up by clicking here. More than a year old now, French cocktail hub Bar Lunette in Coolidge Corner is as packed on a weekend as it was on opening day. Nick Mallia, operating partner of Paris Restaurant Group, which owns and operates Bar Lunette and Paris Creperie, has been surprised by a few things along the way, like the lack of interest in their custom food menu. Turns out, people just want cocktails and crepes.

Brookline, MA · 1d

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From Harvard Square to Fenway, big changes hit Boston's restaurant scene

[This story first appeared on Boston Restaurant Talk.]. Below are some of the biggest restaurant and food-related news stories that have been posted between November 2, 2026, and November 8, 2026. Charlie's Kitchen in Harvard Square Will Not Be Reopening. A landmark dining spot in Cambridge has officially said farewell.

Boston, MA · 2d

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Knight Moves Cafe serves more than just food

The scent of handcrafted vanilla lattes and freshly made sandwiches fills the cozy space. Endless collections of games line the walls, and people gather around tables scattered throughout. One loud crew is laughing over a fun party game. Two friends are intently focused on a round of chess. One table erupts with a mix of emotions as someone makes the game-winning play.

Brookline, MA · 2d

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At Drive-By Pies, Fran Kolenik turns her mother’s recipes into some of Brookline’s favorite baked goods

This article is part of Brookline Eats, our new weekly newsletter with coverage of Brookline’s restaurant and food scene. Sign up by clicking here. From a hundred feet away, you can smell the sweetness of baked butter coming from the small storefront of Drive-By Pies. The Cypress Street establishment has been around since April 2018, and its baked goods have earned a loyal base of customers who come from across the Boston area and beyond.

Brookline, MA · 1d

Caught in Southie

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Councilor Ed Flynn Opposes Proposed McDonald’s on West Broadway

Boston City Councilor Ed Flynn is speaking out against a proposed McDonald’s at 474 West Broadway in Perkins Square. In a letter dated November 6th to the Boston Licensing Board, Flynn expressed his opposition to the restaurant’s common victualler license application, citing concerns from nearby residents about public safety, traffic, and quality of life.

Boston, MA · 1d

The Coconut Mama

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Beloved Massachusetts Chinese restaurant closes after 37 years of family celebrations

Massachusetts has lost another beloved longtime restaurant with the closing of Mandarin Cuisine in Needham. The Chinese and Chinese-American fixture served its final meals on October 31, 2026, ending a…

Needham, MA · 5d

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The Groovy 60s-Themed Diner In Massachusetts Where Comfort Food Dreams Actually Come True Daily

There’s a diner in Norwood, Massachusetts that makes you forget you had anywhere else to be today. The Sixties Diner has that rare quality of a place that pulls you in completely, and the only thing you’ll regret is not coming sooner. Let’s start with something important.

Norwood, MA · 7d

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This Unassuming Bakery In Rhode Island Is Making A Dessert That Locals Can’t Stop Talking About

A dessert that sells out before most people have finished breakfast? That’s some serious pastry fame. At this Rhode Island bakery, getting your hands on a whole fruit tart can require planning days ahead. Clearly, not all sweet cravings can be satisfied on a whim. The secret is a...

Providence, RI · 6d

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The Unassuming Massachusetts Restaurant Serving Steaks So Good They Deserve A Standing Ovation

There’s a building in Wayland that looks like it could be hiding anything from an insurance office to a dentist who really likes brick. Instead it’s hiding one of the best steak dinners you’ll have in Massachusetts, and that is exactly the kind of plot twist you want from a Tuesday night.

Wayland, MA · 2d

We Are Berkshires

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Celebrity Chef Gives High Marks To "Retro" Diner In Massachusetts

Recently, they came up with a list of the very best "Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives" in every state across the country.

Massachusetts · 9d

Crafting Your Home

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8 Classic American Diners, From Mickey's Diner to the Modern Diner

Eight historic dining-car diners from Minnesota to New England, from Mickey's Diner in Saint Paul to the Modern Diner in Pawtucket, and the factories and families behind them.

Pawtucket, RI · 12d

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Head To This Unassuming Massachusetts Restaurant For Pancakes So Good They Should Be Illegal

If Massachusetts had an official list of breakfast experiences that every resident is required to have at least once, In A Pickle Restaurant on Moody Street in Waltham would be somewhere near the very top of it. The fact that it isn’t more widely known outside of the local area...

Waltham, MA · 8d

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12 Old-School Massachusetts Meat Markets Where Quality And Tradition Still Come First

Julia Child’s initials are pressed into a sidewalk outside a butcher shop, right next to the words Bon Appétit. I love that a TV cooking legend left her mark at a meat counter instead of a fancy restaurant. That detail sent me looking for more old-school butchers in...

Boston, MA · 4d