By Ashley Schuler- The Herald News FALL RIVER — Take your taste buds on a tour. Fall River Restaurant Week is back, and it's time once again to sample all the deliciousness the city has to offer. From Caribbean to Lebanese to Southern barbecue to gluten-free fare,...
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Who makes the best pastel de nata? Fall River or New Bedford? Here’s who won.
by Ashley Schuler, The Herald News When it comes to Portuguese desserts, competition in the SouthCoast is fierce. And pasteis de nata, traditional Portuguese custard cups, are at the top of the list for many local lovers of sweets. So when Fall River and New Bedford...
They make that here: Sandcastle custom furniture brings its unique vibe to Fall River mill
by Dan Medeiros - The Herald News FALL RIVER — The city’s mills were once the epitome of mass production, but inside a space that once held the country’s largest textile companies, two people working side-by-side produce custom-made items that are one of a kind. Sandi...
Authentic, European-style cafe experience a recipe for success at Fall River shop
Ashley Schuler - The Herald News FALL RIVER — From the food to the ambiance, feel like a world traveler without stepping foot outside the city at Europa Pastries & Coffee Shop. "From the moment you walk through the door you immediately feel immersed," said Erica...
Former fashion reporter creates baby brand Stina & Mae in Fall River
BY BREANA PITTS - FEBRUARY 27, 2023 / 6:56 AM / CBS BOSTON FALL RIVER - Not too long ago, you could find Mishell Ekunsirinde alongside the runway working as a fashion journalist. Two babies later and she's now the CEO and founder of her own fashion brand Stina &...
Mittens, Grateful Dead concert part of Fall River, Massachusetts, apparel company’s success story
by Doug Meehan - Anchor/Reporter FALL RIVER, Mass. — What do a pair of mittens, a loving grandmother, a Grateful Dead concert and Buddhism all have in common? They are part of the fabric woven into the story of a successful Massachusetts apparel company. Katlyn Shea...
It’s Fall River v. New Bedford in a monthlong Portuguese pastry throwdown
The sister cities are engaging in a friendly food fight to see which spot has the best egg tart. By Lauren Daley Globe Correspondent They’re sister cities known for their Portuguese culture and food — and now they’re engaging in some friendly sibling rivalry to see...
From fighting fires to saving kittens, these Fall River folks made a difference in 2022
by Kristina Fontes - The Herald News What makes a city work is not so much the number of people that live there but rather the community that they have built together. A city might literally be defined by the number of its population, sure, but it’s the...
Pink Bean owners have branched out into a tasty new business. Here’s what’s next.
by Ashley Schuler - The Herald News SOMERSET — The owners of a favorite local coffee stop have gone from Mojo makers to bakers. While the Pink Bean has been their bread and butter, Bonnie and Sandy Souza have recently added another venture to the mix. The Souzas, who...
Ready for a food fight? Pastel de Nata Throwdown coming to New Bedford, Fall River
Ashley Schuler - The Herald News Chances are good that if you live in the SouthCoast, you've been introduced to the pastel de nata — or Portuguese custard tart — and all its creamy goodness. The dangerously delicious combo of caramelized custard wrapped in a flaky...