OPINION: GOOD FOOD FOR ALL

Union Square Main Streets raises funds for Union Square Farmers Market’s local SNAP match
BUSINESS PROFILE: Q’S NUTS

A family owned business that produces sweet and savory flavored nuts (Somerville Wire) – At farmers’ markets around Boston and at their Somerville shop, you can pick up roasted nuts, made with quality and care, from Q’s Nuts. Made in small batches, the handcrafted treats come in a variety of flavors, such as chocolate lavender […]
BUSINESS PROFILE: MAHALAB BAKERY

“Artisanal Mediterranean products with a twist” (Somerville Wire) – Focaccia, pita, and savory pies abound at this Somerville business, where new tastes are introduced to the American palette. Ayham Haddad came from Jordan in 2012 and has been sharing his passion for baking since then, through the creation of his Mahalab Bakery. Here, he tells […]
AMERICAN FLATBREAD FUNDRAISER

Benefits go to the Science Club for Girls American Flatbread on Day Street is known for its eclectic pizza options and indoor bowling. On Feb. 8, they will be teaming up with the Science Club for Girls, a free after school science program for Somerville and Cambridge public schools. From 4-10 p.m., they will host […]
SOMERVILLE PUBLIC SCHOOLS CONTINUE TO FACE FOOD SHORTAGES

“We have to change our menus for schools because there is a lack of constant supply of food.” On October 15, the Somerville Food and Nutrition Services Department released an announcement about the substitutions of menu items that have been offered regularly in the past. This change was largely due to shortages of food and […]
THE LYNDELL’S TRANSCRIPT: WHAT LIES AHEAD

A look into the future of the historic bakery (Somerville Wire) – It wasn’t long ago that rumors began circling on social media that the beloved business, Lyndell’s Bakery, would be closing, facing demolition. Owner Bill Galatis said that this is very much not the case; that in fact, the property is being redeveloped, but […]
BUSINESS PROFILE: DOÑA ESTELA

How a chef from Mexico started her own catering company (Somerville Wire) – Estela Calzada has been cooking for all of her life. Having immigrated from Mexico, she brings the flavors, fragrances, and traditions of her homeland to every meal that she prepares. Calzada has been involved in pop-ups at the Somerville Arts Council’s Nibble […]
BUSINESS PROFILE: BOMBAY BRUNCH

The purveyor of Indian eats launched earlier this year, during the pandemic, and delivers on strong flavors
CITY’S FREE TAXI SERVICE SUPPORTS TRAVEL DURING THE PANDEMIC

The program was established to help residents access food and health services.
AUDIO: WEEKLY WIRE — EPISODE 6 — May 7, 2021

Services for the homeless, Nibble Kitchen pushes through the pandemic