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Treat Yourself at North End Treats

North End Treats has everything a person could need for a night of indulgence.

North End Treats has an overwhelming array of indulgent brick oven gourmet pizzas, from the caramelized onion pizza (caramelized onions, pine nuts, olive oil and mozzarella) to the steak pizza bourbon (steak, bell peppers, onions, mozzarella). Large calzones and paninis provide tasty alternatives to the classic pizza. But something else beckons patrons. It is the rich and extravagant pastries lining the shelves of the glass cases. Sample a tiramisu cup. Sink your teeth into one of the popular lobster tail pastries or try a peanut cup. North End Treats is sure to have something to satisfy every sweet tooth craving. Tip: North End Treats pastries make great additions to parties and get togethers, and without the hassle and time needed to …

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Have a Quick Bite at the New Moe's Southwest Grill

New Natick spot replaces old Pizza Hut on Rte. 9.

Hopkinton residents, don't be scared when you walk into Moe's Southwest Grill on Rte. 9 in Natick. The staff does that to everybody. (I won't spoil the surprise. It's a little bit of fun on a humdrum day.) Moe's is one of the new cafeteria style restaurants where you order burritos, salads, tacos or whatever's your pleasure and the counter people make it right in front of you, so you can say what you want on your Billy Ballou and how much. Billy Baallou is - and I may be wrong here - an obscure catch-phrase from Seinfeld where Lloyd Bridges (Jeff's dad) played Izzy Mandlebaum, an 80-year-old personal trainer. Izzy took everything Jerry said as a challenge to Izzy's fitness, ("All right Seinfeld. It's go time!") and Jerry was constantly …

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Fine Dining at Allora

Allora is the perfect spot to celebrate those special occasions, such as Valentines Day which is right around the corner.

Allora is not your run of the mill sandwich shop or eatery. This is an upscale restaurant serving Mediterranean and Italian dishes. Although the lunch menu won’t break the bank (sandwiches range from $8 - $14), many would see dinner at Allora as something reserved for special occasions and events (main entrees range from $18 - $42). The dilemma here is that each dish sounds as intoxicating as the next. Kick off the meal with the tender Sicilian Fried Calamari, followed by chianti braised beef shortribs, which are served over butternut sage risotto with broccoli rapini. Allora is currently taking reservations for Valentines Day weekend, for which they have developed a mouth-watering menu for this special day, along with a jazz band on …

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Bites Nearby: Brunch at Gourmet Decisions

Treat yourself to brunch this weekend at Gourmet Decisions Cafe & Grill.

Sometimes the best way to unwind after a long, stressful week is to enjoy a leisurely weekend morning at brunch. At Gourmet Decisions Cafe & Grill, brunch is as much about the food as it is about the ritual: Catching up with friends and indulging in dishes more decadent than your usual bowl of Special K. Casually sip a cup of the full-bodied house coffee while devouring the Tuscan toast (French toast stuffed with sautéed apples, mascarpone cheese, cinnamon and spice), or perhaps try one of their many omelets. The café is open from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. Whether you are an early riser or don’t believe the morning starts till noon on weekends, you can still catch a cup of joe and quality food. Check out their Web site to …

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