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Shore Leave Brings Southeast Asian Eats to the South End

Shore Leave Brings Southeast Asian Eats to the South End

Rebecca Speer November 3, 2019
“Shore Leave” refers to the time sailors get to go on land and relax after working on their ships. The tiki-themed restaurant with the same name in Boston’s South End attempts to emulate this aura of leisure.
At Anoush'ella, a Twist on Mediterranean Comfort Food

At Anoush’ella, a Twist on Mediterranean Comfort Food

Max Calleo November 5, 2017
After lamenting a lack of casual dining options, the Festekijans decided to open Anoush'ella, the newest destination for Mediterranean comfort food.

Kaki Lima Is a Pop-Up Burst of Indonesian Flavor

William Batchelor March 30, 2017
Kaki Lima recently began its six month residency at speakeasy bar Wink & Nod in Boston’s South End. The pop-up restaurant serves up innovative Indonesian cuisine bursting with unique flavours and spices.

Doña Habana Brings a Taste of Cuba to the South End

Margaret Bree September 22, 2016
After opening opening on Sept. 1, Doña Habana has become the ideal destination for a merienda, Spanish for snack, because of its tapas-style menu and cocktail menu that includes 53 different variations of the mojito.

Charlie’s Sandwich Shoppe Returns

Francine Almeda February 4, 2016
After 87 years, Charlie's Sandwich Shoppe has left Bostonians licking their fingers.
With Variety Of Dining Experiences, Coppersmith Is A Foodie Playground In Southie

With Variety Of Dining Experiences, Coppersmith Is A Foodie Playground In Southie

Alli Huber November 12, 2015
Coppersmith is a self-proclaimed third space and foodie playground.
No Bull: Toro Spices Up South End With Tapas

No Bull: Toro Spices Up South End With Tapas

Griffin Connolly November 12, 2015
Toro is Boston’s own little slice of Barcelona.
Boston's Favorite Summer Tradition To Move After Ugly Business Breakup

Boston’s Favorite Summer Tradition To Move After Ugly Business Breakup

Sarah Moore October 14, 2015
Most Bostonians know this scene very well, but come May this typical Sunday in the South End will take on a new setting.
New Whole Foods Embraces Building's History With 'Boston Herald'

New Whole Foods Embraces Building’s History With ‘Boston Herald’

Sarah Moore January 15, 2015
A new Whole Foods Market opened at Ink Block in the South End, the previous site of Boston Herald printing and headquarters.

Restaurants Not To Miss In The South End

Mary Rose Fissinger October 16, 2014
Just a short walk south of the Green Line, the South End is home to countless culinary offerings—here are just a couple.

The Gallows Sets Itself Apart In The South End

Maggie Powers October 16, 2014
Seth Yaffe, the general manager at The Gallows, has found a balance between making a restaurant that is comfortable and one that is willing to set itself apart.
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