Best of the South Coast

By Sean McCarthy A few years ago a local business luncheon produced a winning idea – The Portuguese know how to throw a party so let’s do it like it hasn’t been done before. And so “Viva Portugal” was launched. This Saturday, May 5th, downtown New Bedford will be enlivened …

If you are proper foodie then a Cuban sandwich is on your radar – in fact, it is likely that a simple mention of this treat is enough to get the salivary glands revving into overdrive. If you are out of the proverbial loop and one of the deprived few …

Veterans and active service members can attend the performance by Jessica Lang Dance on Sat, Feb 10 for FREE. To get your free tickets, either order on-line with code: THANKYOU, call the box office at 508-994-2900 or visit us at 638 Purchase Street. GET TICKETS: zeiterion.org/jessica-lang-dance/ Facebook Event: facebook.com/events/516553748694961/ The …

Russell is one of the nicest and most genuine people I’ve met in my 22 years in New Bedford. He works long, strenuous hours with his hands from Monday through Friday on Martha’s Vineyard. He gets up before the sun rises, and travels home to New Bedford long after dusk …

THIS WEEKEND! Hatch Street Studios, New Bedford’s largest artist community, is pleased to announce their annual Open Studios / Holiday Sale 2017. This three-day celebration, popular with art lovers from the Southcoast and the entire New England region for more than 10 years running, offers a look into the professional …

by Leo Monteiro Over the past twelve years the South Coast Business Alliance (SCBA) has put on one of the most anticipated events in the city: Oktoberfest. Each year the festivities have grown, the crowds have gotten bigger and the entertainment, top notch. What most folks don’t realize is that …

Summer weekends in Newport often mean throngs of tourists visiting the town’s historic waterfront attractions. However, one weekend in particular draws thousands of like-minded music lovers to Fort Adams for the annual Newport Folk Festival. Typical New England weather couldn’t keep people away. From hot, sunny and muggy to cloudy, …

One of the great challenges of summer — especially for parents — is figuring out what to do to keep the family happy and entertained. Visiting a museum is a great way to fill up those weekend hours. There are dozens of museums in the Cape Cod area, offering experiences to interest …

Each summer, we SouthCoasters look forward to some very specific dishes. Not only do we seek out these dishes, but we look forward to trying them at a few spots for comparison. We love debating friends, family and online pals about who makes the best of our favorites. How excited …

The warm weather is finally here and Spring has sprung! Sip, savor and toast with the season’s newest wine releases at the 15th Annual Spring Celebration at Newport Vineyards. Join in the fun with wine tastings, grape stomping and potato sack races. The fun kicks off at noon and runs …