Category: Food News

Food News revolves around the happenings within the national Hospitality Industry and how it relates to the local restaurant scene. Here in the Commonwealth, the dining scene is vibrant and is influenced by—and sometimes influences—the national spotlight.

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Bull Mansion’s Bistro Closed — Refocused To Grow Private Events

Bull Mansion's beverage program boasts wine, beer, and kombucha. (Photo by Scott Erb and Donna Dufault for Mass Foodies)

Last week, Bull Mansion announced that they are closing their bistro. With a focus on their private events, Bull Mansion has decided to close to the public—only being open for public and private events—after opening in 2016. Opened by Victoria Mariano and Adi Tibrewal, they helped to revitalize the historic downtown building with events and a restaurant always with a goal of “bring an event venue.” When talking with Mass Foodies for their opening, Marino was proud of their focus on “community, sustainability, culture, and excellence coming together inside a piece of Worcester History.” Earlier this year, their food service was outsourced in anticipation for this change.

The venue plans to continue hosting events, like IGWorcesterMA’s Zombie Apocalypse, that are focused on music and live entertainment where food and drink will continue being served.

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Recap Map: September 2018

Rice Violet on Main Street in Worcester, MA

Great Restaurants That You Haven’t Thought Of In Central Massachusetts: These establishments are approaching dining from angles that may feel unfamiliar in the local dining scene. Check out a few spots that feel exploratory even in our own hometown. Restaurants like Addie Lee’s, Bay State Shawarma, Fatimas, Meze, and Red Pepper are valuable contributors to Worcester’s beautiful and complex multicultural identity.

An Allergy Story – Navigating the Restaurant Scene with a Food Allergy: Contributor Dana Harrison speaks with simjang, Armsby Abbey, and Lock 50 about how seriously they approach food allergies in their kitchens.

You’re Invite to the George’s Coney Island Block Party: On September 30th, the George’s Coney Island team transported us back through 100 years of history with a block party in celebration of their centennial.

#SundayFunday – Traditional Thai At Rice Violet: Contributor Giselle Rivera-Flores shares that in Thailand, sharing a meal is the social occasion and at Rice Violet, the embodiment of shared dishes and good company make it a #SundayFunday destination.

Five Destinations Fit For A Knowledgeable Beer Pairing: I am always in search of knowledgeable hospitality teams to help me land on the perfect beer pairing. I found what I was looking for at Armsby Abbey, Kummerspeck, BirchTree Bread Company, The Civic Kitchen & Drink, and Rail Trail Flatbread Company.

Live From Redemption Rock Brewing Co. On Shrewsbury Street: I went live with CEO Dani Babineau who took us on a tour inside the future home of Redemption Rock Brewing, set to open by December of 2018 at 333 Shrewsbury Street.