13
May
2011

Taste of the North End

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Some of CL Waterfront’s North End residents got a “taste” of the neighborhood at the 17th annual event “Taste of the North End” last Friday, May 6.  The event was attended by over 700 people and featured foods from 37 different restaurants throughout the North End. Some of tTaste of the North Endhe restaurants including in the tasting were Ducali, Tresca, Lucca, Filippo, among many others.

For the first time in about ten years the event was brought back to the neighborhood for which it represents. In the past the “Taste of the North End” has been held at Saint John School, the Coast Guard base, and the New England Aquarium. This year local residents were pleased to see that the venue was much more open and had returned to its roots. The “Taste” annually raises funds for neighborhood charities, including the North End Waterfront Health Center. Throughout the past 17 years the event has raised over $1 million for these local charities – this year the event raised over $100,000.

The enthusiasm for this event and the North End neighborhood are obvious through the ongoing participation of local restaurants and the attendees who return every year. Included in these habitual “tasters” is State Representative, Aaron Michlewitz, who noted how important the event is for the community when he said, “It shows the uniqueness of our neighborhood and how many great restaurants we have and how many great things we have going on in the neighborhood.” This event truly is a tribute to the local businesses in the North End and a testimonial to its extraordinary community atmosphere.

26
April
2011

Boston Sailing School Hosting Free Sailing Event to Kick Off Their Summer Season

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What better way to start the summer than on a beautiful day on a sailboat in the Boston Harbor! Here’s an event you don’t want to miss out on.  Read all about it!

Boston Sailing Center will hold a weekend of free sailing on the Boston Harbor Saturday, April 30th, and Sunday, May 1st, from 1:00pm to 5:00pm.

Celebrate the start of  summer in New England with free sailing trips on the Boston historic waterfront. The Boston Sailing Center is offering skippered sailboat rides during their annual Open House celebration from 1:00pm to 5:00pm on Saturday, April 30th, and Sunday, May 1st. Sailors of all abilities are welcome to join the fun.

Sails will be conducted by the Center’s teaching staff & members, aboard 25 sailboats ranging in length from 24 to 40 feet. The Center will be offering 10% discounts on courses and memberships, as well as $100 off the award-winning, 26-hour Learn to Sail program. The Center’s staff will also be on hand to answer any questions about the Center’s Learn to Sail program, year-round sailing memberships, corporate charters, and more.

The Boston Sailing Center has offered the highest quality sailing instruction anywhere, at any level of experience, from beginner to racer to offshore cruiser for over 30 years. Based on a converted Louisiana Riverboat located in the North End, the center has an active member base of more than 400 local sailors and a well-deserved reputation as the premier destination for sailing in New England.

For more information contact the BSC at (617) 227-4198 or visit www.bostonsailingcenter.com.

4
April
2011

Taste of the North End Coming May 6th!

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Posted By:  Dave Costello

Another reason you may want to consider buying a home in Boston’s North End – The Taste of the North End celebration!

It’s not too late to buy your tickets for the 17th annual Taste of the North End celebration, featuring over 25 local Boston restaurants serving up food and beverages with a North End Flair!

This year, the event will be held at the DCR’s Steriti Memorial Rink, at 561 Commercial Street, offering participants great views of Old Ironsides and the Leonard Zakim Bridge as they get to try some of the best North End food available!

Taste of the North End logo

KISS-108 and NECN’s TV Diner host, Billy Costa, will emcee the evening.  The James Montgomery Blues Band will be performing, and there may even be an appearance by Bruins star Andrew Ference (playoff schedule permitting) to present the “Teammates Award” to Dick Flavin and John Romano.

Tickets NOW ON SALE- ONLY $79 per person until April 22!

Ticket prices will increase to $99 per person after April 22nd and at the door the night of the event.

Please call 617.643.8106 or visit www.TasteOfTheNorthEnd.org for more details and to purchase tickets.

The evening benefits The North End Community Health Center, as well as the schools and recreation centers of the North End, providing services to children and neighborhood senior programs.

EVENT DETAILS:

Friday, May 6, 2011
6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.

DCR Steriti Memorial Ice Rink
561 Commercial Street in Boston’s North End

EVENT HISTORY:

The Taste of the North End was founded by North End restaurant owners, Donato and Nancy Frattaroli, in 1993 as a benefit for Casa Monte Cassino, a place to stay for impoverished families from around the world while their children receive serious medical attention in Boston.

Over the next few weeks, as the Frattarolis developed the idea for the Taste of the North End to raise funds to help Casa Monte Cassino provide its invaluable services.  Since then, the Taste of the North End has raised over $450,000 for Casa Monte Cassino and other local North End charities!

10
February
2011

Most Romantic Boston Restaurants

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Most couples make it a priority to get out of the house and have a ‘Date Night’ on Valentine’s Day, something the can get lost over time.

Barlola in a great date spot for Valentine's Day in Boston

Tapas are a Good Date Idea

The city of Boston is saturated with restaurants of all kinds!  You and your Valentine can enjoy some American cuisine such as Union Bar & Grill in the South End, or Towne in Back Bay.  Tapas/ small plates style restaurants are really popular, such as Cuchi Cuchi or Dali in Cambridge, Barlola in Back Bay, and the Ristorante Damiano in the North End.  If French foods are more what you had in mind, Sel de la Terre has locations in Back Bay and a new Waterfront location as well, or take a trip to Beacon Hill Bistro in Beacon Hill.  Moroccan cuisine makes a unique evening at hot spots like Tangierino in Charlestown.  Of course Italian cuisine is extremely popular, such as Tresca and Prezza in the North End.

Let’s face it; Italian cuisine is the obvious choice for 99% of people going out on Feb. 14th!  The North End/ Waterfront area provides you with the ultimate setting for a Valentine’s Date Night!  The smell of garlic, pastries and espresso in the air, little Italian men selling roses on the street, the violin player making his way to every table in any restaurant that will have him, and the vibe on one of Boston’s most historic streets Hanover just adds to the perfect back drop for the night.

Marco, Best Date Restaurant

Marco, Best Date Restaurant

One of the best North End/Waterfront locations to make the night special is in a tiny restaurant of 10 tables, a stone fireplace, and the feeling of actually being in Italy –Marco.  Marco is hidden on the second floor located at 253 Hanover St, above Café Paradiso.  When you call to make your reservation, make sure you ask for the table near the front window and fireplace, your date will be VERY IMPRESSED.

Once you have finished dinner, make your way onto Hanover Street to one of Boston’s most historic landmarks – Mike’s Pastries – for a cannoli.  If an after-dinner glass of wine is your choice, Bricco on Hanover Street or the wine bar located on Richmond St – Vinoteca di Monica, are the perfect stop!  After a big meal and a few glasses of wine, a great way to wake up for the trip home is to sit and finish the night with an espresso at Boston’s first Italian Café – Caffe Victoria on Hanover St in the North End.

Enjoy your Valentine’s Day and make is special for that someone in your life!

9
August
2010

Mirabella Pool – North End Oasis

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Posted By: Joe Taglieri

Mirabella Pool is a great public swimming pool located in the North End/Waterfront area at 475R Commercial Street.  Open 7 days/week during the summer from 11 am to 7 pm, Mirabella offers visitors beautiful views of Boston Harbor as they lounge pool-side.

The Mirabella Pool is run by the Boston Community Center and there is a membership fee ($15 for the year per person) or you can pay for a $3 for a day pass.  There is also a free, fenced-in waddling pool and sprinkler outside for the public, which is ideal for infants and toddlers.

Mirabella public pool in Boston's North End

Don’t just take my word for it, check out the great reviews this summer oasis has been receiving on Yelp.com!

Tip:

You can sign up for a pool pass at the Nazzarro Community Center in the North End (617.635.5166).

Getting There:

Located on Commercial Street near the Steriti Ice Skating Rink. On-street parking on Commercial is available to North End residents only.

Location:
475R Commercial Street
Boston (North End), MA

Mirabella Pool Office Tel: 617.635.5235

29
July
2010

Saint Agrippina Feast – VIVA!

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Posted By: Joe Taglieri

The Saint Agrippina Feast is this weekend on Hanover St. in the Historic North End.  Come join the festivities, Friday July 30th – Sunday Aug 1st!

The opening of the feast at 459 Hanover Street. Where a life size statue in a beautiful ornate canopy will be taken from the Chapel and taken amid the decorated streets of the North End accompanied by the North End Marching Band. Each year since 1914, this group of devoted people come together to renew their faith in Boston’s North End, as was the custom in the land of origin, Mineo, Sicily. Each year everyone is invited to witness the respect and honor that is bestowed on this young, beautiful martyred saint.

Saint Agrippina North End Boston

Wonderful community events like this are just another reason to make Boston’s North End your new neighborhood!  Contact CL Waterfront Properties LLC if you’d like more information on living in one of Boston’s most desirable areas!