NEW BEDFORD — In 2025, the New Bedford area was buzzing with a wave of exciting new food and market openings, for more spots to grab-and-go lunch or dinner.

From specialty Asian snacks at Yum Yum Tiger and curated, hard-to-find products at Metta Market, to the expanded comforts of Farm & Coast Market and the sweet community hub of Lizzie's Bake Shop, local entrepreneurs are bringing innovative offerings to both longtime residents and newcomers alike.

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