08/08/2026
90 Years of Worcester History, Family & Tradition
As we get ready for the Worcester Italian Festival, we visit one of Worcester’s most iconic landmarks, the legendary Boulevard Diner, celebrating an incredible 90-year legacy.
Domenic with the Worcester Public Market sits down with Jimmy George, owner of the Boulevard Diner, to talk about the history behind this Worcester staple and the family traditions that have survived through generations.
Jimmy shares the story of the family’s secret sausage recipe, passed down since the 1960s and still known by only four people.
Today, that tradition continues with Jimmy’s daughter, Gabby, who learned the art of making the family sausage directly from her father, carrying forward a legacy that traces back to Jimmy’s dad Ringo, in the 1940s.
Four generations. One family tradition. Nearly a century of Worcester history.
Be sure to visit the Boulevard Diner at the Worcester Italian Festival, along with our other wonderful vendors, including TapaVino, Bri’s Sweet Treats, and Froze Zone! Come hungry and experience some of the incredible local flavors Worcester has to offer.
Join us August 13–16 as we celebrate Italian food, family, culture, and tradition!
Our Lady of Mt. Carmel and Loreto Parish
37 Massasoit Rd., Worcester, MA
