South End Open Market at SoWa Is Moving to Ink Block

A popular open market in the South End of Boston is going to be moving to a new location.

According to a Facebook post from New England Open Markets, the South End Open Market at SoWa will be heading over to Ink Block in the spring of 2016, with the note saying that it "will provide a bigger and more enjoyable space for vendors and visitors in one central location." It appears that the food trucks, farmers market, and arts market will all be part of the move, though no other specific details have been give as of yet. (The New England Open Markets site says "Stay tuned for updates."

The Boston Globe gives more information on this story, stating that New England Open Markets owner Chris Masci will be moving the market to a temporary location between Harrison Avenue and Washington Street by the western edge of the Ink Block in 2016, with its permanent location being set up under the Route 93 deck by the complex's eastern edge in 2017. The article also says that Mario Nicosia, who owns the Harrison Avenue property where market is currently located, is looking to set up a "rival" market, and that Masci and Nicosia are in the middle of a conflict that includes lawsuits and trademark issues--and they have not talked to each other since last spring.]

Ink Block is located between Harrison Avenue and Albany Street in the South End, a few blocks north of the present location of the South End Open Market at SoWa. The web page for the market can be found at http://sowaboston.com/sowa-news/south-end-open-market-in-sowa/

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b.good to Host Charity BBQ at SoWa in Boston on Sunday, July 12, 2015

After being rained out last month, a local chain of restaurants is getting ready to bring a charity BBQ event back to the city once again.

On Sunday, July 12, from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM, b.good is hosting its annual Family BBQ at the SoWa Open Market on Harrison Avenue, with the event including food (burgers, veggie burgers, chicken sandwiches, salads, smoothies, Ben & Jerry's ice cream cones), Harpoon beer, music from local bands, carnival games, face painting, a talent show, and more. Tickets to the BBQ cost $25 in advance ($30 at the door), with children under 12 being free, and with all proceeds helping support local community leaders via grants from the b.good Family Foundation.

For more information on the 2015 b.good Family BBQ, please go to the link below:

http://www.bgood.com/12th-annual-b-good-family-bbq/

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Bone Daddy's Burgers Food Truck Is Up and Running Once Again

A food truck that focuses on burgers has returned to the area after briefly shutting down.

A visit to the SoWa food trucks yesterday indicated that Bone Daddy's Burgers is back in business, with a message from the Hub Food Trucks blog confirming this. It appears that at least for now, the truck has a shorter schedule, with their being set up at SoWa on Sundays and also at two locations in Watertown on other days--the Commander's Mansion by The Arsenal and the Central Rock Gym on Acton Street a bit west of the center of town.

In March, we had reported that Bone Daddy's Burgers was planning to call it a day after "a long struggle & a cold hard winter," but it looks like they received enough funding (including from the gofundme site) to stay in operation.

Bone Daddy's Burgers debuted in the spring of 2013, offering burgers as well as hot dogs, fries, and more. Information on the truck can be found at http://www.brothertrucker.biz/ and at https://www.facebook.com/bonedaddysburgers

[Earlier Article]
Bone Daddy's Burgers Food Truck May Be Shutting Down

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[A related post from our sister site (Boston's Hidden Restaurants): List of Restaurant Closings and Openings in the Boston Area]

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SoWa Food Truck Court Will Be Open All Year Round

It looks like people will now be able to visit food trucks in Boston's South End all year long.

According to a post on the SoWa Open Market Facebook page, food trucks will be set up at SoWa through the rest of the fall and winter, with the trucks being set up inside the restored power station at 540 Harrison Avenue starting Sunday, November 11. Hours for the food trucks will be 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM each Sunday through April 28, when they will presumably return to their usual "warm-weather" space.

Thanks to Adam's Hospitality & Tourism Industry Blog for bringing this to our attention.


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Food Truck for Dogs to Launch at SoWa Open Market in Boston, July 1, 2012

A different kind of food truck is on the way to Boston, with this one being of interest to our four-legged friends.

On Sunday, July 1, Chef Michael’s will be debuting a food truck for dogs at the SoWa Open Market on Harrison Avenue in the South End. The truck, which will be set up from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM, will offer "lunch" to people's pets, and food will be available for dog owners as well. Pet-inspired activities will also take place at the food truck, and samples of new Chef Michael's "Carvery Creations" will be offered. Information about the "Chef Michael’s Sweepstakes" from Food Network Magazine will be available as well.

More information on Chef Michael's can be found on their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/foodfordogs

The SoWa Open Market website is at http://www.sowaopenmarket.com/


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b.good Family BBQ for Sidewalk Sam to Be Held June 24, 2012

A local chain of restaurants is bringing back a charity BBQ this weekend in the SoWa section of Boston's South End, with proceeds once again helping a foundation that is involved with the arts.

On Sunday, June 24, b.good will be hosting their 9th annual family BBQ at 500 Harrison Avenue, with food, beer, music, and art included in the festivities. New this year is an Iron-Chef style burger battle that will have b.good workers competing against each other. All money raised will help Sidewalk Sam and his Newton-based foundation, ArtStreet, which helps make the arts a part of daily life in Boston and beyond.

For more information on the 9th annual family BBQ from b.good, please go to http://bgoodfamilybbq.eventbrite.com/

The website for ArtStreet can be found at http://www.sidewalksam.com/


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New Restaurants Coming to the Ink Block Development (and Surrounding Area) in the South End

An industrial section of the South End that is bordered by two highways is going to be the site of some major redevelopment, with at least a few restaurants being part of the plan.

The Boston Globe reports that the area just south of the Mass. Pike and west of the Central Artery/SE Expressway--including where the Boston Herald used to be--will soon see new residential properties, office space, and businesses (including dining spots) along with upgrades to roadways and sidewalks. A diagram of the area indicates that the restaurants will apparently be concentrated at the Herald Square site (dubbed the "Ink Block"), which is between Harrison Avenue and Albany Street, as well across the street between Harrison Avenue and Washington Street. One other dining spot may be located on Albany Street about one block south of Herald Square, and more eateries could be added to the area, though some of the plans are in the early stages.

Some of the project construction could begin this year, with much of the construction (including the Ink Block) likely beginning by next year, according to the Globe.

[May 18 update: The Boston Globe is reporting that the Ink Block project is one step closer to happening, as the Boston Redevelopment Authority’s Board has approved the plan for it.]

The Boston Herald now resides in the Seaport District.

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