It’s because Somerville has some of the best restaurants around ... and crunchy goong ma khamp, a.k.a. fried whole shrimp ...

McCarthy's and Toad, an Irish-themed restaurant and pub offering daily entertainment, is set to open in Cambridge's Porter Square.

As March begins, check out events for maple sugaring season in Massachusetts, as well as a vegan market and celebrating restaurants ... the Arts at the Armory in Somerville on Sunday.