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18 hours agoFramingham hot dog cart for sale as owner returns to tech career
Roland Houle is selling his hot dog cart business, hoping the next owner values its goodwill and customer base as much as he does.
I didn't even like food as a kid. What I loved was being with my grandmother, who always made everything from scratch, and the way our family gathered around her food. That's where it started for me - not with cooking, but with connection.
Alton Brown stated, 'Still has to be Blue Ridge Grill. I like Blue Ridge Grill. Comfy banquettes, quiet, good martini...and parking!' This highlights his preference for the restaurant's atmosphere and quality.
Ibrahim reflected on their journey, stating, 'We took a leap of faith. We didn't know if this place was going to make it.' Their decision was influenced by friends who wanted a Middle Eastern restaurant in Silicon Valley.
"What we didn't expect was the response - customers were coming by, messaging us, and sharing stories about what the restaurant meant to them. It made us realize this wasn't just a place to eat - it had become part of people's routines and memories."
Head Chef Joshua Conte's all-day menu is set to include dishes like NYC fried chicken & caviar, AVI Caesar salad, and black brioche lobster roll, showcasing a blend of modern French and elevated American classics.
Larger is definitely better when picking a precooked bird, so look for one that feels heavy for its size. If it's plump, it's going to be moist. The skin should be evenly browned, with taut skin. If it's shriveled, that means it's been overcooked and lost moisture.
The secret's out: one of Greater Boston's most iconic restaurants is getting a new location in an unexpected spot. Kowloon, the Chinese restaurant in Saugus that has been on the map for more than 75 years now, is expanding to Revere Beach. By the sound of it, the expansion location will be a whole new experience. The Phantom Gourmet broke the news Wednesday morning on social media, with CEO and program host Dave Andelman assuring viewers that it was "not a joke!"