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CBS News
a day ago
- Entertainment
- CBS News
Anthony Bourdain movie "Tony" is filming in Massachusetts this week
"Tony," a new movie about the life of the late celebrity chef Anthony Bourdain, is filming in Provincetown, Massachusetts this week. The town posted a filming schedule on Facebook, with shooting taking place at some notable locations around the summer vacation hotspot. "There will be intermittent road closures and traffic holds, primarily along Commercial Street, to accommodate filming activity," the town wrote. "Please plan accordingly if traveling in these areas." Anthony Bourdain movie filming in Provincetown Here's the filming schedule for "Tony." Monday, June 2 MacMillan Pier 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Tuesday, June 3 229 Commercial Street Alley & Beach Masonic Place Portuguese Bakery 11 a.m. to midnight Wednesday, June 4 - Thursday, June 5 Old Colony Tap & Lobster Pot Noon to 1 a.m. Thursday, June 5 - Friday, June 6 Spiritus 2 p.m. to 3 a.m. Friday, June 6 Various locations around town 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. Anthony Bourdain movie "Tony" is the third film from entertainment company A24 to be shot in Massachusetts in the past two years. The others were "Janet Planet" and "The Drama." Bourdain was known for showcasing restaurants around the world before his death in 2018, but some say he got his start in Provincetown, where he worked as a dishwasher at The Lobster Pot in the 1970s. Dominic Sessa, who filmed the Oscar-winning movie "The Holdovers" in Massachusetts, is starring in the film as a young Bourdain, Variety reports. Antonio Banderas is also reported to be part of the cast.
Condé Nast Traveler
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Condé Nast Traveler
Gifford House
Why book? An inn, a porch bar, a lounge, a nightclub, a theatrical speakeasy—all under one roof? You bet. This isn't where you come to plop down on the beach and unplug (although you can do that, too). Gifford House is where you come to truly be a part of the Provincetown community. Set the scene There's always something happening at Gifford House, thanks to its vibrant porch bar, nightclub, lounge, and theatrical spaces, all of which are heavily programmed during the summer months. The premises are a veritable revolving door of drag queens, musicians, city slickers, Cape Cod locals, and more. Truly, all are welcome here. The backstory The building dates back to 1858, when it served as the absolute last stop of the cross-country stagecoach. Provincetown, once a bohemian artists colony and currently an LGBTQ-friendly paradise, truly feels 'like the end of the world,' according to owner Steve Azar, who has a background in real estate development. Under his stewardship, the building has entered a fantastic new era of vibrancy, with common spaces that feel integral to the Provincetown community and restored guest rooms for a restful night's sleep. 'My vision was to create a queer space where everyone feels welcome,' says Azar. The rooms Rooms are spread across two buildings—the main building and the (even more) historic annex—and have been updated for the 21st century. The vibe is modern-meets-Cape Cod, with subway-tiled bathrooms, metal bed frames, and the occasional antique. Food and drink Breakfast for overnight guests is a grab-and-go affair, with a tidy offering of breakfast bars, fruit, and coffee laid out each morning. Gifford House also offers discounts for several local breakfast restaurants. The neighborhood/area The hotel sits on top of a hill and is the tallest building at the tallest point of the town. For that reason, all rooms have either a harbor view or scenic town views. Everything is within walking (or biking) distance. The service White-gloved, reverential, call you 'Mr.' service, this is not. But Gifford House offers valuable service in a different way: true insider knowledge about where to go and what to do in Provincetown. During the day, hotel staff also double as bartenders. The person who checks you in might also pour you a screwdriver when you get back from the beach. When you're here, you're instantly treated as a friend. Spa? While no spa currently exists, there are plans to add one in 2026 to the building's upper side deck for casual treatments. Accessibility? The team is working to make the premises as accessible as possible, given their historic nature. In the last year, the outdoor 'Yard' and the nightclub have become fully accessible. The theatrical speakeasy is partially accessible, and they're in the process of converting two guest rooms to become accessible. Anything left to mention? The overall atmosphere definitely skews toward loud, upbeat, and party-positive in the peak summer months, but Gifford House cares deeply that its overnight guests have a warm welcome to Provincetown. A serene seaside respite? Probably not. Maybe in shoulder season. But as Azar puts it, 'When you're here, you actually become a part of our town.'
Daily Mail
26-05-2025
- Health
- Daily Mail
Hepatitis A outbreak strikes elite enclave known as playground for the rich
A historic Cape Cod restaurant has been struck by an outbreak of the highly contagious hepatitis A virus, health officials warn. State health authorities warned this week that anyone who ate at The Red Inn in wealthy Provincetown, Massachusetts, may have been exposed to the liver infection that is spread through contaminated food and water. The Massachusetts Department of Public Health said anyone who ate at the restaurant between April 30 and May 15 should seek medical attention immediately. An food service employee working during that time period tested positive for the disease. The department said customers who think they were exposed within the last two weeks and have no symptoms may be able to get treated with antibodies and a vaccine, which is 94 percent effective for several years. The Red Inn is currently 'open and safe to dine at,' and the restaurant is 'cooperating fully' with health authorities, Provincetown officials said in a statement. No additional illnesses have been reported, and it's unclear how many customers were exposed during that timeframe. The infected employee is 'recovering well' and 'remaining out of work' for the time being. Lezli Rowell, Provincetown Health Department Director, said: 'From my experience inspecting The Red Inn through the years, this is not a facilities issue. 'The staff is knowledgeable, trained in food safety and committed to best management practices, and the back of the house is top-notch. 'This is just an unfortunate illness that happened to an individual who is reported to be recovering well and remaining out of work until medically cleared to resume food handling employment.' The Red Inn is a 200-year-old restaurant and hotel serving tourists to the wealthy Cape Cod destination, many of whom make $200,000 per year, more than twice the national average, according to research firm The CDC estimates 180,000 Americans are struck by hepatitis A every year, many of whom have no symptoms, which include fever, nausea, abdominal pain, jaundice, dark urine and hives. The disease spreads when infected stool enters a person's mouth, often by eating or drinking contaminated food or water. It also may spread through kissing, hugging, sharing utensils or having sex with an infected person. Once the virus enters the body, it infects liver cells and causes inflammation. Most cases go away on their own with no permanent damage, but it could take up to six months for symptoms to disappear entirely. There is no treatment for the condition other than antibody therapy and vaccines within two weeks of exposure. Dr Paul Sax, clinical director of infectious diseases at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston, told local news: 'It's not the kind of illness like a typical food poisoning where you're sick for one or two days, then you're back to normal within a week. 'Usually, people with hepatitis A, at least the people who get diagnosed, are out for two to three weeks, sometimes longer.' In extremely rare cases - one in 5million people - the infection can be fatal due to severe liver failure. Massachusetts health officials urged people who may have been exposed to get vaccinated within two weeks, as the first dose is only effective for that period. A second dose six months later provides protection for several years and is 94 percent effective. Dr Sax said: 'It makes sense for people to get vaccinated for hepatitis A. Our hepatitis A vaccine is one of the safest and most effective vaccines that we have.'
CBS News
24-05-2025
- Health
- CBS News
Provincetown restaurant customers potentially exposed to hepatitis A, health officials warn
Health officials are warning customers who dined at The Red Inn in Provincetown to get checked for hepatitis A due to a potential exposure from a worker at the restaurant. The Massachusetts Department of Public Health said that anyone who ate at the restaurant between April 30 and May 15 should talk to their doctor as soon as possible. The employee, who tested positive, could've exposed customers between those dates. If you think you were exposed to hepatitis A, your doctor may be able to provide a preventative treatment if you are within two weeks of being exposed and haven't developed symptoms. Preventive treatment includes the hepatitis A immune globulin and vaccine. Anyone aged 34 years or younger may have been vaccinated for the disease. Symptoms of hepatitis A These are the symptoms to look out for, according to health officials: Fever Fatigue Nausea and loss of appetite Vomiting Diarrhea Jaundice Symptoms typically can clear within two weeks, but severe cases can last anywhere from four to six weeks or longer. Anyone who is infected is highly contagious and can easily spread through food and drinks as well as close contact. It is recommended that if you have hepatitis A, you should vigorously wash your hands, wrists, between fingers, and under fingernails before handling any food and after using the bathroom.
Yahoo
24-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
State health officials warn of possible Hepatitis A exposure in Provincetown
Massachusetts health officials are cautioning people who dined at The Red Inn in Provincetown on April 30 and May 15 to contact their healthcare provider, as they may have been exposed to hepatitis A. According to the Department of Public Health, a food service employee who worked on those days was confirmed to be infected with the hepatitis A virus. Customers who may have been in contact are urged to thoroughly wash their hands before handling food. Hepatitis A is spread through fecal contamination, commonly orally. The virus can also be spread person-to-person through close contact, or from food handling, and contaminated foods or drinks. The first symptoms of hepatitis A are: Fever Fatigue Loss of appetite Nausea Vomiting Diarrhea Jaundice (dark urine, yellowing of the skin or the whites of the eyes) The severity of the illness can vary; mild cases usually last two weeks or less, while more severe cases may persist for a month or longer. In some instances, individuals may experience symptoms so mild that they go unnoticed, yet they can still be highly contagious. Preventive measures, such as a hepatitis A vaccine and a hepatitis A immune globulin are considered the only effective ways at preventing the infection. This is a developing story. Check back for updates as more information becomes available. Download the FREE Boston 25 News app for breaking news alerts. Follow Boston 25 News on Facebook and Twitter. | Watch Boston 25 News NOW
