Sunday, May 27, 2012
MetroWest-area readers came out in full force to vote for concert, entertainment and music venues in our latest poll.
In our most recent "Best of Patch: Readers' Choice poll, we asked readers and editors from 11 MetroWest-area Patch communities to submit one business or destination from their town or city to be included in a poll for "the best entertainment spot." We divided the choices into two polls: one focused on the Framingham area; the other included Northborough and a handful of nearby towns. Two businesses emerged as the winners of the respective polls: Amazing Things Art Center in Framingham The Celtic Tavern in Northborough It is important to note, though, that the other contestants in the polls received a lot of support, too. Readers made it clear that there are plenty of great options for entertainment in MetroWest! Where's your favorite place…
Sunday, May 20, 2012
Tell us: is your favorite on the list?
After a week of voting on the best liquor stores in the greater MetroWest area, Patch readers have spoken and told us their favorites. Here are the winners: Framingham: Fifth Ave Liquors Grafton: Valley Plaza Discount Liquor Holliston: Depot Package Store Hopkinton: Collela's Supermarket Marlborough: The Vin Bin Milford: Hickey's Liquors Natick: Kentucky Spirits, Nine East Wine Emporium (Wellesley readers' choice) Northborough: Bacon's Wine & Spirits Shrewsbury: Austin Liquors Westborough: Julio's Tomorrow, return to Patch to vote on the best local entertainment venue in the area.
Friday, May 18, 2012
Depot Package Store is the winner of this week's Readers' Choice poll and the title of "best liquor store in Holliston."
Capturing 81 votes in this week's Readers' Choice poll, Depot Package Store was voted by Holliston residents as the town's best liquor store. Located on Church Street in Holliston, Depot Package Store features a full selection of wine and beer as well as over 30 different types of single malt scotch. "We've got a lot of people in town who are just regular faces, and we try to be as helpful as possible," Andrea O'Leary, the store's manager said. "We pride ourselves as being a member of the community." Be sure to check back next week when we will ask residents where the best place around for live enteratinment is.
Monday, May 7, 2012
In this week's poll, we ask where the best place to have some fun while vacationing at home is.
Where is the best place around to have some fun while vacationing at home? We're asking our readers to give us the answer in this week's poll. We've pitted five places from five towns against eachother for this week's matchup, so cast your vote, and have your voice heard. Morses Pond in Wellesley Hopkinton State Park in Hopkinton Fiske's General Store in Holliston Garden in the Woods in Framingham The Natick Mall in Natick Vote in the poll below and be sure to leave comments and reviews on your favorite's directory listings. Make sure to do all three and not just vote in the poll, as 10 points are awarded to the winner of the poll, eight points to the second place finisher and six points to third place. Ten points will also be awarded …
Sunday, May 6, 2012
Will you be dining with mom on Mother's Day next week?
After a week of voting, MetroWest-area readers have chosen their favorite destinations for Mother's Day brunch. The winners are: Framingham: Bella Costa Grafton: John Henry Tavern Holliston/Hopkinton: Fairview at Pinecrest Marlborough: Kennedy's Restaurant Milford: Doubletree by Hilton Boston Natick: The Pantry at the Verve Crowne Plaza Northborough: Romaine's Wood Grill and Bar Shrewsbury: Napoli's Wellesley: Maugus Restaurant Westborough: Tavolino's Ristorante Tomorrow, return to Patch to vote on the best place for a staycation.
Friday, May 4, 2012
Fairview at Pinecrest is this week's Readers' Choice poll winner.
Capturing 44 percent of the vote, Holliston's Fairview at Pinecrest is the winner of this week's Readers' Choice poll and the title of "best place for Mother's Day brunch." The popular Holliston restaurant is offering a brunch special on May 13 with seatings available at 10:30 a.m. or 1 p.m. at prices of $19.95 for adults and $9.95 for children. The menu for Mother's Day features baked haddock florentine, steak tips, and pasta with chicken and basil cream sauce. Those looking to treat mom to brunch this Mother's Day can call 508-429-4848 to make reservations. Be sure to check back next week when we ask readers where the best places are to visit while on staycation.
Tuesday, May 1, 2012
Where are you going to take mom for Mother's Day brunch?
We want to know where the best place to get brunch on Mother's Day is, and we want you to tell us where to find it. Here are the spots in the Holliston and Hopkinton area where you can get Mother's Day brunch. If we have left anyone off the list, feel free to let us know who we missed in the comments section below. The Fairview at Pinecrest is offering a brunch special on Sunday May 13 with seatings available at 10:30 a.m. or 1 p.m. at $19.95 for adults and $9.95 for children. The Golden Spoon in Hopkinton is well-known for its classic offering of coffee shop breakfast. Stop by until 2 p.m. to celebrate mom with a local favorite. Holliston Grill, a local staple for breakfast, has brunch in a friendly atmosphere for you and mom. Take our…
Sunday, April 29, 2012
Tell us: is yours on the list?
After a week of voting on the best flower shops in the MetroWest area, readers have crowned their favorites. Here they are: Framingham: Party Flowers Grafton/Northborough: Sweet Briar Florist Holliston/Hopkinton: Debra's Flowers Marlborough: Edinboro Flower Shop Milford: Francis Flowers Natick: Ken's Flower Cafe Shrewsbury: Danielson Flowers Westborough: Plant Bazaar Wellesley: Winston Flowers Tomorrow, return to Patch to vote on the best place for a Mother's Day brunch.
Friday, April 27, 2012
Debra's Flowers is the winner of this week's Readers' Choice Poll.
Capturing 37% of the vote, Debra's Flowers is the winner of this week's Readers' Choice poll, which asked readers to vote on the best flower shop in the Holliston and Hopkinton area. Specializing in arrangements for weddings and funeral services, the Central Street shop is knows for its friendly customer service, according to store owner Debra Koshivas. "We really try to take the time to get the customer what they want without it costing an arm and a leg," owner, Koshivas said. Be sure to check back for next week's poll where we will ask readers where the best place to take mom for Mothers' Day brunch is.
Sunday, April 22, 2012
Tell us: is your favorite on the list?
After a week of voting, MetroWest area voters have crowned their favorite spots to grab a cup of coffee. While one town runs on Dunkin's, another prefers Starbucks, and another selected Honey Dew, most towns in the area selected locally owned shops. Congratulations to all the winners! Starting tomorrow, return to Patch to vote on the best florist in town. Framingham: Panache Coffee Grafton: Stir Crazy Holliston: Coffee Haven Hopkinton: Hopkinton Gourmet Marlborough: The Coffee Loft Milford: Honey Dew Donuts Natick: Java's Northborough: Lalajava Shrewsbury: Dunkin' Donuts Wellesley: Starbucks Westborough: Red Barn Coffee Roasters
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