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This spring, it’s purple over green when it comes to food and wine
Lavender lattes and taro bubble teas are taking the top spot over matcha this spring. Plus, other food and wine trends for the warmer months from Under the Radar. -
Lobster roll lovers are already feeling the pinch this year. How long will it last?
The high cost of lobster rolls in New England this year are real, but local seafood merchants say prices should moderate later in the summer. -
Boston-area cafes and restaurants are staying open late during Ramadan
During the Islamic holy month of Ramadan, Muslims around the world fast from dusk to dawn. -
Boston restaurants are bringing out the red — but hoping to see green — this Valentine’s Day
The Massachusetts Restaurant Association CEO says they're hoping for a busy weekend with projections of a 27% increase over last year for Valentine's Day weekend. -
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Boston Harbor welcomes back shellfish harvesting, says goodbye to dirty water
For the first time in decades, water quality has improved enough to reclassify certain areas to allow shellfishing for human consumption. -
A new cafe in Cambridge aims to build community through conversation
Minara is inspired by a Muslim tradition of deep conversations. -
Understaffed DTA faces steep SNAP penalty risks
Report says error rates could trigger large state penalties, more workers needed to improve eligibility accuracy. -
Worcester doesn’t have enough supermarkets. Some people blame the city’s tax rate.
Worcester's tax rate is more than double that of other communities in Central Massachusetts.