10 Jan, 2025

New Jersey shutters 27 Boston Market restaurants over unpaid wages, related worker issues

Business The state also imposed nearly $2.6 million in penalties against the firm. Ed Andrieski / AP, File By Associated Press updated on August 17, 2023 | 11:36 AM TRENTON, N.J. (AP) — State labor officials have temporarily shut down more than two dozen Boston Market restaurants in New Jersey after finding multiple violations of […]

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Looking for lobster rolls? Here are 5 women-owned restaurants to visit across New England.

Food Support these restaurants in New England, three of which are Black-owned, who offer a quality dish. The lobster roll at Saltie Girl, owned by Kathy Siddell. Photo courtesy of Saltie Girl We know that during a quintessentially New England summer, a great meal likely includes a lobster roll. Slathered in mayo or served hot […]

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These 2 New England restaurants are ‘hidden gems,’ according to Tripadvisor users

Restaurants One is in Massachusetts. The Barn Bowl & Bistro in Oak Bluffs. Tripadvisor The secret is out at two “under-the-radar” New England restaurants, thanks to Tripadvisor users. Tall ships will return to Boston in 2026 The Needham-based travel site revealed its Best of the Best Restaurants on Wednesday as part of its 2023 Travelers’ […]

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A running list of college student discounts at restaurants and bars

Restaurants Your student ID could help you score food and drink deals. Find a special discount for college students at the restaurants and bars listed below. Bloomberg/Luke Sharrett A running list of college student discounts in Greater Boston 9 fun things to do for college students after dark As a college student, you probably find […]

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New England has 3 of the best restaurants in the U.S., according to The New York Times

Restaurants One of the best restaurants is in Boston. The jerk roasted duck at Comfort Kitchen. Photo courtesy of Rita Ferreira, Comfort Kitchen America’s food scene is thriving, according to The New York Times, and three exemplary New England restaurants are part of the reason why. Maine has the best apple orchard in America The […]

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2 Boston area restaurants named in Bon Appétit’s Best New Restaurants list

Food A Cambridge restaurant that prioritizes sustainable seafood and a Hong Kong-style cafe in Quincy landed on the food magazine’s Best New Restaurants list. Rubato offers fried chicken bolo bao. Matt Li Two of the Boston area’s most exciting new restaurants — one that pairs global flavors with seasonal seafood, and another that serves up […]

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