As spring brings warm weather to New England, many locals are looking forward to spending time outdoors, and restaurants breaking out their outdoor dining tables to meet that desire.

Marc Hurwitz, founder of the Boston Restaurant Talk Blog, shares his favorite winter food spots.

City officials said the cafe owners moved into the location without proper permitting.

45 minutes from Boston.

Wings, octopus tacos, francesinhas, “shnurbles” and, of course, lobster rolls.

"For a long time, Boston didn’t want to pay the fees associated with having the guide visit," says food writer Marc Hurwitz. "That was a big sticking point, but finally they said, 'Okay, we’re going to do it.' So here they are."

Employees say they’re overworked and understaffed as the automated coffee chain continues its rapid expansion

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While the holiday has become connected to heavy drinking over the centuries, a small but growing crowd has found ways to participate in the St. Patrick's Day parades, festivals and banquets without a buzz.

Twin Donuts, an Allston mainstay, announced March 23 would be its last day in business.