16 Handles Opens; Possible Craigie Expansion Timeframe

BROOKLINE/BOSTON - NYC's 16 Handles, the latest froyoeria to hit the local scene, is now open in Brookline and has been since Wednesday, says an employee. And a shop in Boston proper appears to be next: the company website lists Boston among its locations along with the phrase "handling soon." So, prepare to be handled. [Official Site]

SOMERVILLE - Eater hears a possible opening timeframe for the upcoming Craigie on Main expansion by chef-owner Tony Maws. Word on the street is that it may be open by late summer. [EaterWire]

THE INTERNET - Just what implications does a Groupon deal have in regards to the health of a restaurant? Is there any connection? Find out by tracking local examples on this Chowhound post by restaurant critic MC Slim JB, titled "Uh-oh, Boston-Area Restaurant X is offering a Groupon." [CH via GS]
[Photo: Craigie on Main/Cal Bingham]