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Time Out
12 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time Out
This seafood shack was Boston's only James Beard Award winner
Did a Southie seafood shack win the food world's Oscar equivalent? Yes, it did—and we're not mad about it! The James Beard Foundation handed out its highly coveted culinary awards in a splashy Chicago gala on Monday, June 16, and while the three Greater Boston finalists for the Restaurant and Chef Awards (Sarma 's Cassie Piuma for Outstanding Chef, Merai for Best New Bar, and Urban Hearth 's Erin Miller for Best Chef: Northeast) were sadly passed over, one unexpected local spot emerged victoriously. Last night might have been a complete shut out for Beantown's dining scene, but Sullivan's Castle Island in South Boston was happy to shoulder the burden as one of six restaurants awarded the annual America's Classics designation back in February. And anyone who has stood in the long line on opening day (typically after February school break) will agree the award is well-deserved for the seasonal spot—lovingly referred to as Sully's by locals—which has been a Boston institution since 1951, when Dan Sullivan, Sr. first opened it as a hot-dog stand. It's operated continuously by four generations of the Sullivan family ever since. As written by the James Beard Foundation on its award site, 'Every Bostonian has a story about Sully's—whether from working there after school as teenagers, having their sports team or fundraiser supported by Sully's, taking their children for some crinkle cuts like their grandparents took them, or simply enjoying it as a nostalgic seaside gathering place for locals.' Calling a trip to Sully's 'a rite of passage' for tourists and visitors, no Boston trip is complete without a stop at Sullivan's for a double smash burger with copious amounts of cheese, snappy hot dogs, thick crinkle-cut fries, fresh lobster rolls and other locally sourced seafood. Along with the seasonal outpost out on Castle Island, the restaurant also opened up a year-round location in Hanover Crossing in 2023. Not all locals were ignored this 2025 award season, though: One of our New England neighbors—Sky Haneul Kim of Gift Horse in Providence, Rhode Island—took home a James Beard medallion and a certificate for Best Chef: Northeast. Congrats!
CBS News
16-03-2025
- Sport
- CBS News
St. Patrick's Day Boston boxing tournament teaches teens important life skills in and out of the ring
The annual St. Patrick's Day Invitational Boxing Tournament, held at Peter Welch's Gym in South Boston, is a long-standing tradition that brings together local young hopefuls and world-class fighters. The event has been around since 1948, showcasing the best of Boston's youth boxers. Showcasing more than athletes This year's tournament proved no different. According to Peter Welch, the gym's namesake and a cornerstone of the Southie boxing community, the event is more than just a showcase of athleticism. "There's a resurgence in boxing not only in our area but in the country and the world really because it is a global sport and it just gives so many kids an opportunity to showcase their skillsets," said Welch. Sixteen-year-old local boxer Rory Kramer took home the championship belt in his weight class. It was his first ever competition, and Kramer said he looks forward to getting back in the ring soon. He said the experience was deeply rewarding. "It was insane. This is my first time ever really fighting, it was a great experience. I'd love to do it again. It felt awesome," said Kramer. Boxing teaches life lessons He has been training tirelessly for this moment and credits boxing with teaching him valuable life lessons. "It's a great workout, it keeps you fit, teach you how to fight, but it;s alot about honor, you know really respecting your opponent after," he explained. Boxing, as Peter Welch will attest, is about much more than physical prowess. It's about the development of character, discipline, and resilience—qualities that extend far beyond the ring. "Across the board, the characteristics and principles of a boxer when you become a man these all play into everything you do, from your business, your job, your family life, whatever it is it carries over," he said. For him, the Saint Patrick's Day Invitational is not just a competition but a celebration of the growth of young athletes.
CBS News
15-03-2025
- Entertainment
- CBS News
South Boston businesses prepare for large crowds at St. Patrick's Day parade
With less than 24 hours until Boston's annual St. Patrick's Day parade, South Boston is getting ready for the festivities. New start time "We have so much fun, the crowd is crazy they go wild over the kids when they start to dance," said Peggy Doherty, the owner of the Woods School of Irish Dance. "They will dance at all the bars up Broadway, and tomorrow we march in the parade." And it will be all hands on deck for all the bars in the area. This year, the popular Southie celebration will start at 11 a.m. instead of 1 p.m. as authorities look to limit "out of control behavior." "Last year, it was pretty crowded and I fell down in a crowd of people because there was so many people," said Southie resident Dennis Johns. At Loco Taqueria & Oyster Bar, they said this is their busiest weekend of the year. "Certainly, our first priority is safety for everyone," said Dan Sandberg. "So it's great to see police presence out and about and makes people feel better about the weekend." Big for businesses The parade is big for businesses along the parade route, where tens of thousands of people line the streets 10 rows deep. "It means so much and brings in people from everywhere and a lot of tourism," said Bohdii owner Justice Elle Grino. "It kind of kicks off the spring season. Everybody comes together, every business is really doing events and doing events with other small businesses." Katie Quinn is busy setting up her pop-up shop, where she's selling Irish pastries for St. Patrick's Day. "I have homemade cake pops, and these are chocolate covered Oreos," said Quinn. "I've always loved to bake, my grandma got me started." The parade kicks off at an earlier time this year, starting at 11:30 a.m. on Sunday.
CBS News
15-03-2025
- CBS News
When and where is the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Boston? Here's what to know.
Boston's annual St. Patrick's Day parade is on Sunday, March 16 and there are some changes to the Southie celebration this year. What time does Boston's St. Patrick's Day Parade start? The parade kicks off at 11:30 a.m. The time was moved up from the usual start time of 1 p.m. in an attempt to cut down on the rowdy behavior that was at the parade last year. Map shows Boston St. Patrick's Day Parade route The parade begins at the Broadway MBTA station, goes up West Broadway and continues onto East Broadway. It takes a right on P Street and then follows E 4th St. and Dorchester Street toward Andrew station. Where's the best place to watch the parade? The South Boston Allied War Veterans Council that hosts the parade said Broadway between the Broadway T station and L Street is the best spot. But if you're looking to avoid the crowds, they recommend Medal of Honor Park or Thomas Park. How do I get to the parade? Police are advising people to take public transportation instead of driving, as there's limited parking in South Boston and several streets will be closed. The parade begins at the Broadway T station and ends at the Andrew T station and both stations are on the Red Line. The MBTA also warned trains may bypass the stations if the crowds are too large. Free shuttles will be running from South Station the day of the parade. Due to road closures, buses will not stop at the Broadway T station starting at 9:45 a.m. and the Andrew T station after 10:15 a.m. Buses on the 9, 10, 11, 16, 17, and 47 routes will be detoured around the parade. What items are prohibited? Backpacks and large bags and purses are not allowed. Boston Police also said open containers of alcohol are prohibited. The MBTA is also reminded paradegoers that smoking and drinking are not allowed on trains or in stations. What is Evacuation Day? In Boston and all of Suffolk County, St. Patrick's Day shares a date with Evacuation Day. March 17 marks the day in 1776 when British General William Howe evacuated his men and ships from Boston early in the Revolutionary War. The move ended the Siege of Boston. Evacuation Day is celebrated as a public holiday across Suffolk County.
CBS News
11-03-2025
- Politics
- CBS News
Boston St. Patrick's Day Parade start time changes for 2025 with "zero tolerance" for bad behavior
Heading to the 2025 Boston's St. Patrick's Day Parade? This year, there's a new start time for the popular Southie celebration as authorities look to limit "out-of-control behavior" from paradegoers. Four local lawmakers - Congressman Stephen Lynch, state Sen. Nick Collins, state Rep. David Biele and Boston City Councilor Ed Flynn - wrote in a letter to college administrators and school superintendents that "there will be zero tolerance for the out-of-control behavior that the people of South Boston endured last year." The parade is being held on Sunday, March 16, one day before St. Patrick's Day. What time is Boston's St. Patrick's Day Parade? A task force made up of event organizers, law enforcement and city officials decided to move the parade to an 11:30 a.m. start. That's an hour and a half earlier than when the parade started in 2024. Collins told The Dorchester Reporter that the earlier start time is "an attempt to get a better handle on the tomfoolery." The task force also "developed strategies to address public drinking and underage alcohol smuggling via the MBTA," the letter says. Officials want to keep the event family-friendly. "Our focus has remained on addressing the public safety and quality of life issues that created the unacceptable 'anything goes' atmosphere last year," the letter states, citing reports of "public drinking, disturbing incidents of violence and assaults that went viral on social media, people on rooftops without a roof deck, overcrowding on roof decks, beer cans thrown at parade marchers, and public urination on resident's property." Move the St. Patrick's Day Parade out of South Boston? After last year's parade, Flynn said the party should be moved out of South Boston if "major changes" were not made to the event. Southie residents reported "trash everywhere" along the parade route. Boston police made 10 arrests at the parade for charges that included disorderly conduct and assault and battery. A drunk man with a gun was arrested near the Andrew MBTA station, police said. There was mixed reaction in the neighborhood to the thought of the parade going somewhere else. Longtime resident Dianna Fischer told WBZ-TV at the time that the celebrations have gone overboard in recent years. "I like people to have a good time and everything but it's a little much," she said. Others said it wouldn't be right to have the parade anyplace else. "I think it belongs here and I hope it's here to say," Madora Curtin said.
