FP3 At The Heart Of The Seaport's Innovation District

Mayor Menino’s branding of the South Boston Waterfront as the new “Innovation District” is paying dividends for the Fort Point neighborhood, according to a recent Boston Globe article. The past two years have seen 3,000 new jobs at 100 firms come to the district spanning areas of the Fort Point, Channel Center, Liberty Wharf, Fan Pier, and the Leather and Financial districts.

The neighborhood surrounding FP3 Boston continues to grow and attract some of the region’s leading companies and innovators.  While the area may be called a variety of names, those who reside in FP3′s Fort Point loft-style condos call it “the best place to live in Boston.” The area is so popular now that restaurants in the once quiet Seaport are thriving, taking reservations well in advance. Barbara Lynch, whose award-winning dining concepts are among the many world-class features of the FP3 building, said she hopes “to continue to see a range of local businesses moving here, large and small.’’

FP3 itself reflects the neighborhood’s rich history while offering contemporary and modern amenities. To find out more about FP3, our luxury condos for sale in Boston, and this dynamic waterfront setting, contact us today.

Explore the Waterfront District by boat!

What better way to explore all that Boston’s Waterfront District has to offer than traveling by waterway? This summer, the Friends of Fort Point Channel and Seaport TMA encourage you to take advantage of water transportation to visit various points of interest along the Fort Point Channel and South Boston Waterfront.

Water taxis are now offering discounted rates, making it easier than ever to use water transit to visit your favorite restaurants in the Waterfront District. It only costs $5 to travel one-way using Rowes Wharf Water Transport or City Water Taxi. Additionally, if you want to make a full day of your “dock hop and dine” experience it only costs $25 per person to jump on/off the Cityside Harbor Shuttle for an entire day.

A fabulous dining experience at one of the many great new restaurants in the FP3 neighborhood is just a short boat ride away!

Taste of the Fort Point Channel

Attention food lovers! Get out and enjoy this early summer weather with some of Fort Point’s finest cuisine!  Thursday, June 9th, the Friends of Fort Point Channel are hosting the 7th Annual Taste of Fort Point Channel at Children’s Wharf Park on Fort Point Channel.

Live music from local artists will be on tap for the whole event, and over a dozen Fort Point restaurants are offering samples of their finest wares.

Participating restaurants include Barbara Lynch‘s Sportello on the ground floor of FP3!

This is a free event open to the public – please come down and join us!  You can even enter a raffle to win a Friday night stay at the luxurious Seaport Hotel!

Fort Point, Boston’s up and coming luxury living destination, offers fantastic dining and entertainment to residents and visitors alike – come take this unique opportunity to try out some of the great restaurants that call Fort Point home. The amazing selection of traditional and avant-garde offerings might just convince you to make a luxury condo in Fort Point your new home!

The event runs from noon to 1:30pm. It is being held at Children’s Wharf Park, between Congress Street and Seaport Boulevard, on the Fort Point Channel (next to the Boston Children’s Museum) In the event of rain or other inclement weather, the event will be held at the same time the next day, Friday the 10^th.

Some exciting improvements to the Harbor Walk and a whole slew of new restaurants are making the Seaport a 24/7 destination. A new Smith & Wollensky’s and Jody Adams’ Trade restaurants will open in the ground floor of Atlantic Wharf, with plenty of outdoor seating along the Harbor Walk.

For those looking to buy into this prime slice of Boston real estate, FP3 Condos Boston, developed by Berkeley Investments, still has some available Boston condos for sale going for $400,000 to $2 million. These units are in an excellent location, directly above Barbara Lynch’s restaurants Menton and Sportello, as well as her latest bar, Drink.

Be sure to catch the “rising wave” of Boston’s Seaport with several new, interesting properties will give buyers and renters a front-row seat to the action. There are fabulous 2 and 3 bedrooms, duplexes, and Boston lofts still available by FP3 will make wonderful homes in a neighborhood that has lots of new restaurants, shopping, and other cultural activity. Prices for the homes that are for sale range from $800,000 – $1.85 million.

Source Article: Boston Herald, Business Real Estate

Facebook.  It’s inspired the Academy-Award winning movie, “The Social Network.”  A bestselling novel by local author, Ben Mezrich.  And it’s brought hundreds of millions of people together.  Something so big and so powerful has also stirred FP3 to use the social networking site to connect with fans, residents and those who aspire to Live FP3.  Introducing our new spring advertising campaign – we’re sure you’re going to ‘like’ it!

There are so many wonderful things to LIKE about FP3.

Like our location, in the heart of the vibrant Fort Point and Seaport neighborhoods, now home to some of the city’s top restaurants,  like our very own Barbara Lynch dining featured in these Boston Globe articles - “The Gambler in the Kitchen” and “A Fine Twist on Italian Fare”.

Like the uniqueness of our homes in a concierge-staffed building, from large studios to two and three bedrooms to luxurious penthouses with sweeping views of the water and skyline.

Like our one-of-a-kind Lobby gallery and cocktail/dining destinations, such as Drink, Sportello and Menton.

Like our overall value – competitively priced homes with a long list of perks and benefits.

If you like our likes, we encourage you to Friend us on Facebook at our FP3 Boston fan page.

And, if you’re a fan of what you see, call us at 617.350.7410 to schedule a personal preview and friend us in person… the old fashioned way.

Something else to LIKE about FP3…

Our latest artist exhibition, entitled “Landscapes – Real, Imagined and Experienced” features new works by local artist José L. Santos.  His collection at the FP3 Gallery is a series of landscapes and mixed-media inspired by living in the heart of the city and spending time engrossed in nature. His techniques and materials are as varied as each individual piece, which makes for an eclectic, yet invitingly accessible exhibit.  His work will be on display at FP3 until May 23, 2011.  An opening reception with the artist is planned for Wednesday, March 16 from 6-8pm.

]]> http://www.fp3boston.com/blog/so-many-wonderful-things-to-like-about-fp3/feed/ 0 http://www.fp3boston.com/blog/spotlight-on-barbara-lynch%e2%80%99s-sportello/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=spotlight-on-barbara-lynch%25e2%2580%2599s-sportello http://www.fp3boston.com/blog/spotlight-on-barbara-lynch%e2%80%99s-sportello/#comments Fri, 11 Feb 2011 14:25:16 +0000 FP3Boston http://www.fp3boston.com/html/?p=2435 Located in Boston’s Fort Point neighborhood, Sportello, Italian for counter service, is chef Barbara Lynch’s Italian interpretation of a classic diner. Barbara Lynch is known as one of the foremost chefs in the United States and has received such honors as being named Boston Magazine’s “Top Chef” in 2008, as well as having restaurants on the “Top 50 Restaurants in America”  list for both Travel & Leisure and Gourmet magazines.

Barbara Lynch's Sportello located in the FP3 Building

Offering a menu of trattoria-inspired Italian dishes for lunch and dinner, Sportello’s lively, casual, Italian spirit is captured in the cuisine, the sleek, minimalist design, and the tremendously amenable artisinal wine list created by wine director, Cat Silirie, who was honored by Boston Magazine’s as “Best Sommelier” four times.

Dine at Sportello for a leisurely weekend brunch, or a stop by for a quick but incredible  lunch at the bakery counter, which serves incredible house made breads, sweet & savory pastries, cookies, and tarts, as well as organic Peruvian coffee and teas. Prepared soups and sandwiches are another great option when looking for a quick bite to take with you into the neighborhood.

Tomato Soup at Fort Point Neighborhood's Sportello Restaurant

Located in the FP3 Building at 348 Congress Street, Sportello would make a fine choice for your next meal, just take a look at some of the rave reviews it has garnered on Yelp:

“Great food, out of this world service.”

-Katie K. of Brookline, MA

“I really, really love Sportello. It’s diner style in concept, only with far more refined food and the casual elegance of a much more fine dining joint. The service and staff are all first rate, too.”

-Justine K. of Boston, MA

“I travel a lot for business and this has to be my favorite place in Boston… I love the ambiance there, with the white diner counters and stools. It’s very casual and unpretentious for high quality fare. The prices are more than reasonable for the quality of food they produce.”

-Giselle B. of San Francisco, CA

Sportello’s business hours are as follows:

Lunch is served 11:30am – 4:30pm Monday through Friday.

Dinner is served 4:30pm – 10:00pm Sunday through Thursday and 4:30pm – 11:00pm on Friday & Saturday.

Brunch is served 10:30am – 4:30pm on Saturday & Sunday.

The Bakery & Retail section is open 7:00am – 7:00pm Monday through Friday and 10:30am – 7:00pm on Saturday & Sunday.

If you love all of Barbara Lynch’s FP3 creations, including Sportello, Menton, and Drink, consider moving into an FP3 luxury terrace condo or penthouse condo! Contact FP3 today to procure your new Sportello adjacent home.

Now that the month of January has come and gone, it’s about that time for us to check in on those New Year resolutions we made. Now ask yourself how are they coming along.  Do you still have a sense of wanting more out of 2011? Not sure if you’ll be able to achieve those resolutions?  Maybe what you need is a change of scenery.  Perhaps a luxury condominium on the Waterfront? If so, FP3 is ready to help and support you.  In fact, here are just a few among many resolutions that can be achieved with FP3 living:

“I resolve to spend more time outdoors.”
Have you seen the Terraces at FP3? It’s where the great outdoors come to life! Spectacular views of the Boston skyline, Waterfront and Seaport neighborhood abound. And great views mean more natural sunlight! FP3 is also one block from Boston’s scenic Harborwalk, which inspires long runs and bike rides, not to mention walks with the dog.

“I need to save more money.”
FP3 still represents one of the best values in Boston. A few studios, starting at $369,000, are still available, and our 2-bedrooms and duplexes start at $679,000. Brand new, modern space for less money is a guaranteed great investment for the future.

“I promise to become more cultured and artistic.”
FP3 has its own art gallery in the Lobby of the building. Live here and you’re surrounded by local and regional artwork when you come home every day. And some of the hippest and coolest galleries in the city reside nearby, along with The Institute of Contemporary Art which is just a few walkable blocks away.

“I’ll eat better and broaden my horizons when it comes to trying new cuisine.”
FP3 is home to Barbara Lynch’s top dining and cocktailing establishments. Drink, Sportello and Menton are on the first floor of FP3, which means you can take the elevator home after dining downstairs. The accolades keep pouring in! Menton was recently named one of the Best New Restaurants in the United States by GQ and Esquire magazines.

“I want to lead, not follow what others are doing.”
The Seaport neighborhood and South Boston Waterfront have been dubbed the hottest neighborhoods in Boston. Louis opened here last year, and the area is now home to great restaurants, art galleries and public spaces. Visionaries have already realized the true potential of this area, which is within walking distance to the Financial District, and at the entrance to every major highway.

“This year, I vow to entertain at home more.”
Our four Penthouses are perfect for entertaining family and friends in an open-concept living area. Arclinea kitchens here are designed by Hacin + Associates and chef Barbara Lynch and are equipped with Sub-zero and Miele stainless steel appliances, and outdoor terraces provide stunning backdrops for spring and summer barbecues.

“I will follow market trends more closely.”
In 2010, 28 homes were sold at FP3. Given current market conditions, on-going demand and interest in FP3, and growth opportunities forecasted for the Seaport area, we anticipate another successful year for FP3. 

Resolve to Live FP3 today!

The once-barren South Boston neighborhood has blossomed with these new additions, adding to the already popular Barbara Lynch restaurants Sportello and Menton, as well as the FP3 Gallery that regularly rotates artist exhibits. Every Thursday night, the Institute of Contemporary Art offers a chance for patrons to enjoy free music along the waterfront; another advantage of the artistic environment of the neighborhood.

The district boasts more than 17 million square feet of new residential and commercial space that is currently under development, including a 24-acre parcel known as Seaport Square.

“The South Boston Waterfront is emerging as Boston’s newest destination for many reasons, including the artistic community, cultural and culinary destinations, and the proximity to downtown and Boston’s Harbor”

-Danielle Pillion of the Friends of Fort Point Channel

If you’re interested in living in a luxury loft home or penthouse condo, contact FP3 to help you find the perfect place for you in Boston’s ‘Hottest Neighborhood of the Year!’

Boston’s newest skyscraper, the $550 million Atlantic Wharf, is adding to the transformation in progress along the Waterfront and is part of Boston’s newly dubbed ‘Innovation District.’ The Atlantic Wharf development will offer restaurants, residences, boating tours, and cultural institutions. Among these amenities, there will be four restaurants including two fine-dining options, a couple of casual lunch spots, and a coffee shop, and an abundance of office space.

This will most likely be the last large property built on the downtown side of the city’s Waterfront, at least for some time. Mayor Thomas M. Menino has restricted the size of buildings along the waterfront in an effort to transform the Fort Point Channel into a recreational waterway as an entrance to the Innovation District.

Boston’s new ‘Innovation District’ includes the Fort Point Channel and Boston Waterfront areas, designating the district as an urban setting to test new technologies that will fundamentally change the ways residents, workers, and visitors interact with the environment, while saving it at the same time. Mayor Menino calls the project a “cornerstone” of the city’s efforts to create the transformation by adding start-up companies that provide citizens with new job opportunities with a range of skill levels.

“A new approach is called for on the Waterfront – one that is both more deliberate and more experimental…  The massive expanse of the South Boston Waterfront, with its existing knowledge base, opportunity for growth, and world-class infrastructure is ripe to produce world-class products and services.”

-Mayor Thomas M. Menino

The 31-story complex is within walking distance of  FP3′s Residences, Restaurants, and Gallery. The addition of the Atlantic Wharf development is just another great bonus to living in the Fort Point Neighborhood.

If you’re interested in living in this exciting new district contact FP3 to tour our loft-style condos, terrace homes, and penthouse residences.

Are you tired of boring, lazy Sundays? Come check out the FP3 Residences’ Open House, this Sunday, January 9, 2011 from 1-3pm. Tour FP3 to see the award-winning architecture including luxury penthouse suites, trendy loft-style studios, and more!

While you’re here, stop by the FP3 Gallery, located in the elegant lobby of the FP3 building to browse F. Paul Pracilio’s new portrait exhibit, or take a lunch break in Sportello, one of Barbara Lynch’s famous restaurants situated on the ground floor of FP3.

If cocktails are more your style, try Drink! A bar entirely dedicated to the craft of the cocktail, Drink blends time-honored techniques and the classic cocktails of the prohibition era.

Hope to see you there!