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Salem’s Best Places to Dine Outside
May 1, 2013
“Looking to soak in some spring weather in Salem? Here’s a handy list of some of our favorite places in the city to dine outside.”
On the Town: Items for your Salem itinerary
April 15, 2013
“Gulu-Gulu Cafe is a treasured coffee shop, wine bar, and eatery…”
Yelp’s Crêpes Of Wrath!
February 13, 2013
“Sup, witches! Michele G skipped the Samantha statue to wiggle her nose at Gulu Gulu…”
Things to do with your free time
December 14, 2012
“Check out the Gulu-Gulu Café. For those looking for a more bohemian vibe this is where you want to be.”
Haunted Pint: Salem Pub Tour
October 26, 2012
“The bar crawl culminates at the grand-daddy of all Salem beer bars: the Gulu-Gulu Cafe…”
Salem without its masks
September 1, 2012
“Stop in for a coffee or a pint of craft beer at The Gulu Gulu Cafe easily Salem’s best spot for both.”
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Readers’ Choice Winners 2012
August 24, 2012
Best Craft Beer List/Supply
- Winner: Gulu Gulu
- 2nd Place: Pamplemousse
- 3rd Place:Green Land Cafe
Dogs Banned at Salem Restaurants
July 24, 2012
Bill Shields investigates and mispronounces Gulu’s name a half a dozen times! “The restaurants are barking mad!”
TV Diner – Destination: Gulu Gulu
July 21, 2012
Modeled after a popular hot spot in Prague, Czech Republic, Gulu Gulu has the feel of a European-style eatery, with all the conveniences of the modern-day Internet café.
And just so you know, the beer list is one of the best outside of Boston.
Gulu-Gulu Cafe wins BONS 2012
July 18, 2012
Beer Menu
In addition to the authentic café character—with its avant-garde artwork, lounge-around furniture, and patrons buried in books or absorbed by screens—the Gulu-Gulu Café in Salem is host to so many beers it would take a year to try them all. Offering artisan microbrews, phenomenal flights, and hard-to-find-elsewhere drafts and bottles, Gulu-Gulu is a top-of-the-line choice for this beloved beverage. Gulu-Gulu Café, 247 Essex St., Salem, 978-740-8882, gulu-gulu.com
Readers’ Choice: Ale House, Amesbury. Ale House, 33 Main St., Amesbury, 978-388-1950, amesburyalehouse.com
Beer Menu
In addition to the authentic café character—with its avant-garde artwork, lounge-around furniture, and patrons buried in books or absorbed by screens—the Gulu-Gulu Café in Salem is host to so many beers it would take a year to try them all. Offering artisan microbrews, phenomenal flights, and hard-to-find-elsewhere drafts and bottles, Gulu-Gulu is a top-of-the-line choice for this beloved beverage. Gulu-Gulu Café, 247 Essex St., Salem, 978-740-8882, gulu-gulu.com
Readers’ Choice: Ale House, Amesbury. Ale House, 33 Main St., Amesbury, 978-388-1950, amesburyalehouse.com
Gulu-Gulu Cafe: Salem, Massachusetts (Review)
June 23, 2012
While in Salem, we asked a local where the good lunch food was, and she directed us to Gulu-Gulu Cafe. The place had a cozy, hip feel to it, and the staff was friendly while not being afraid to joke around a bit.
Flying Saucer Pizza Company to Open in Salem
June 6, 2012
The folks behind an eclectic cafe on the North Shore are going to be opening a pizza shop nearby with a rather unusual name.
Gulu-Gulu Cafe: Finding a little Europe in Salem
May 28, 2012
“You know Gulu-Gulu is one of the best cafes in Salem…”
In the Witch City, is vegan the new black?
May 17, 2012
“Steve Feldmann will open the Flying Saucer Pizza Company, a pizza restaurant he has already pledged would be vegan friendly.”
Salem to get pizza place from outer space
May 10, 2012
“This summer will see the grand opening of the Flying Saucer Pizza Company, a new venture from the team that founded Salem’s popular Gulu-Gulu Café.”
‘We’re still a hot spot’ – Salem restaurants: One closes, and another opens
May 7, 2012
“Gulu-Gulu, the popular cafe tucked behind the “Bewitched” statue, is taking over the lease of its former neighbor, Upper Crust”
Flying Saucer Will Land at Upper Crust
May 4, 2012
“The Gulu-Gulu Cafe family has some big plans for Upper Crust’s old space.”
Glug Glug, or “Gulu Gulu”
March 4, 2012
An interview with Steve, Laura and Jeff at the Gulu-Gulu Cafe.
Gulu-Gulu Cafe, Salem (review)
March 2, 2012
“We quickly found parking and headed to the Gulu Gulu Cafe which is casual, comfortable, and pug themed…”
The Dish with Dylan Dreyer
March 1, 2012
7-News’ food show “The Dish” comes to the Gulu-Gulu Cafe and tries our Apple & Brie Crepe!
Manning the Open Mic
February 1, 2012
As it’s three year anniversary approaches, the Gulu Open Mic’s co-host Jeff Savlon take a look back….
Gulu-Gulu a Relaxing Place to Enjoy music or Talking
November 3, 2011
“The first step into The Gulu- Gulu Café one will immediately notice that there is something different about this place…”
Looks Around the World in 80 Girls (Salem MA)
November 1, 2011
Salem (and the Gulu) is featured in the magazine “for women with something to get off their chests.”
5 Seasonal Beers (and 100% Organic Zombie Blood) In Salem
October 6, 2011
Salem Patch hit some local watering holes to find out who is in the Halloween spirit.
Then & Now: From Gas Light to Gulu
September 20, 2011
“Built for the gas light era, this building has a varied history.”
Crepes, Cappuccinos and College Bands
September 19, 2011
In the heart of downtown Salem is the Gulu Gulu Café, an eclectic hot spot where local aspiring artists and musicians perform. Gordon talent regularly highlights the stage.
Cherry On Top: The Adventures of a Ginger Foodie
July 5, 2011
“I think you get the idea that Gulu-Gulu is a 5/5 Star meal meant for all kinds of people on any occasion.”
Richard Flynn: ‘Running Down the Road of Life with Shoelaces Untied’
July 2, 2011
“You’ll have a chance to catch Rich and his work this month at the Gulu Gulu Cafe, where his works will be shown together with his friend, artist Greg Orfanos.”
Letting Go of Your Logo
July 1, 2011
Another operator who has leveraged merchandise with innovative design is Steve Feldmann, owner of Gulu-Gulu Cafe in Salem Mass…
The Post In Which I Finally Discover The Gulu Gulu Cafe
June 23, 2011
“Immediately upon walking in I wondered why it had taken me this long to stop by. It is a coffee shop and a bar all in one.”
Readers Choice Awards 2011
June 1, 2011
June 2011
Coffee Shop: Regional Favorites – Bronze: Gulu-Gulu Café (PDF)
Bar: Regional Favorites – Salem #1 Choice: Gulu-Gulu Café (PDF)
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Savlon Sounds
April 18, 2011
A write-up on Jeff Savlon, Event Coordinator at the Gulu-Gulu Cafe.
The Enigma Men
April 1, 2011
Piece on Dan McGinn (AKA “Black Dog Brother”) and Clay Venture, regular performers at the Gulu-Gulu Wednesday Night Open Mic.
Coffee Shop Curators
“From the hair salon on Front Street to the coffee shop next door, downtown business owners sideline as curators…”
A ‘Hairy’ Evening at Marchstache 2011
“Mustache enthusiasts of all ages turned out for the Thursday night event at the Gulu-Gulu Cafe.”
Grab Some Grub at Gulu-Gulu
February 3, 2011
“The Gulu-Gulu Café is your go-to spot if you’re on the prowl for great atmosphere and food.”
Tree Lighting at Lappin Park Kicks Off Holiday Happenings
November 27, 2010
“People began to gather at around 5 p.m. for the lighting, where they enjoyed free hot cocoa and coffee, compliments of the Gulu-Gulu Café. ”
Gulu-Gulu Review
November 1, 2010
“Gulu-Gulu Cafe is one of my favored local haunts particularly because of its spacious atmosphere and delightful menu.”
Salem envoûté
October 16, 2010
(In French)
Translated: Gulu-Gulu Cafe – Pick of our stay, the Gulu-Gulu cafe offers beer of the world, coffee, healthy sandwiches and salads divine.
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Classic monster movies madden Salem cafe
October 12, 2010
“Each Tuesday in the Month of October, the cafe screens classic horror movies at 8 pm.”
Best Beer Selection (Reader’s Choice): Gulu-Gulu Café
September 1, 2010
4th Annual BONS – Best of Northshore
Brian Donnelly & Jeff Savlon Open Mic Shindig (7/14/10)
“The atmosphere in the Gulu Gulu Cafe is thick with creativity. Performers from all around the North Shore are in attendance to put their names in the hat and try to get on stage.”
Gulu-Gulu Cafe
“Overlooking Salem’s scenic downtown square at Essex and Washington Streets, the Gulu-Gulu Cafe welcomes visitors with tables inside and out.”
Al fresco dining in Salem
August 30, 2010
“A few years back Gulu-Gulu came to town and added outdoor seating. Other Salem restaurateurs took notice and started playing that game…”
The Dejas at the Gulu Gulu
August 20, 2010
“The plan for this album is to not only capture what we do musically but to incorporate the spirit and sounds of the Gulu Gulu and the people who inhabit and create the culture and community.”
New art up at Gulu-Gulu
August 12, 2010
“Matt Maguire is Gulu-Gulu’s artist of the month…”
Unexpected art transforms unlikely downtown objects
July 31, 2010
“The work of Greg Orfanos has migrated to an unexpected canvas…”
Thinking outside the box: Local man converts utility boxes into works of art
July 29, 2010
“Greg Orfanos has been helping to beautify Salem — one brush stroke at a time.Orfanos painted mural-style creations on two utility boxes outside Gulu-Gulu Café. Gone are the grayish metal boxes and in their places are one-of-a-kind creations.”
Salem’s eatery boom creates a new Restaurant Row
July 26, 2010
“The restaurant boom, many say, has brought life to a once-moribund downtown.”
Salem Unplugged: Local Venues Provide Music for the Folks
April 1, 2010
“At Gulu-Gulu’s (Open Mic), a lively crew of regulars show up to play genre crossing music that includes traditional folk, bluegrass, blues, folk and originals, whatever the performers decide play that night. The Gulu-Gulu also hosts an afternoon open bluegrass jam, every second Saturday of the month, hosted by Henry DuLaurence.”
Two for the Road… And Away They Went
March 21, 2010
“I crossed the street, past the “Bewitched’’ statue, and went with Danielle to the Gulu-Gulu Cafe, a restaurant that has quickly become one of the anchors of the Witch City night life scene…”
The Gulu-Gulu Cafe: Salem Goes Funky
March 16, 2010
“The staff is as funky and friendly as the surroundings- piercings, tattoos- anything goes. Makes an artist like yours truly feel plenty welcome.”
Around Salem Town – Gulu-Gulu Cafe
March 11, 2010
“If you are looking for the most diverse and palatable selection of beers in Salem, you’ve found it!”
The Unknown Stars of Open Mic Night
March 5, 2010
“Every Wednesday night in Salem on Essex Street you’ll see a line outside of the Gulu-Gulu Café waiting for a night of entertainment provided by the musical guests…the locals.”
The Dejas – Speeding Softly
March 1, 2010
A nice piece on The Dejas who perform regularly at the Gulu-Gulu.
Joy Street – A Study of Angst and Pain
January 1, 2010
(This story first ran on Art Throb on May 17, 2009)
“During the past several weeks, more times than I can count, I’ve sat on a couch at Salem’s Gulu Gulu Café beneath a stark charcoal drawing and felt like this frustrated, hands-on-hips, chin-jutted-out, defiant, angry dude, who seems to be engaged in a fiery debate with someone unseen…”
A Monthly Jam
December 29, 2009
“Bluegrass fans, as well as musicians who like to play that form of American roots music, are invited to attend a monthly Bluegrass Jam at Salem’s Gulu-Gulu Cafe. The event is held the second Saturday of every month and run by Henry DuLaurence, who sings and plays guitar and mandolin at the open jam.”
Building a SCENE: Local DJ aims to create all-day electronica music festival
December 3, 2009
DJ Radio Scotvoid “creates his own SCENE — Salem’s Chiptune, Electronica & Noise Extravaganza — the second installment of which will take place at Gulu-Gulu Cafe in Salem tomorrow night.”
Eclipse, Gulu-Gulu to join Northampton’s restaurant row
December 2, 2009
The Northampton Gulu-Gulu will be a “pseudo-restaurant,” Feldmann said, serving light fare like paninis and salads as well as coffee, wine and beer.
Radio Scotvoid sets the S.C.E.N.E. in Salem
November 30, 2009
“What do you envision when you think of electronic music?… check out S.C.E.N.E. at the Gulu Gulu Café in Salem this Friday, Dec. 4, at 8 p.m”
Gulu Gulu Café in Salem gives comfortable food and atmosphere within the craziness of Halloween town
October 23, 2009
“A stop at the Gulu-Gulu Café in the heart of downtown Salem might not shock or scare, but does offer a good place for lunch on one of Salem’s October days.”
Gulu-Gulu Cafe Brings Boston Art Alive
October 1, 2009
“The European-style café is a unique hot spot that promotes and encourages music and art in the Greater Boston area. With something new and exciting to offer every night of the week, the Gulu-Gulu Café is guaranteed to never be a bore.”
The Vegetarian’s Guide to Dining in Boston
September 17, 2009
“In addition to great food and drinks, (Gulu-Gulu) depending on the night, features live music that makes for a fun night out.”
Gulu-Gulu Café In Salem, MA Is More Than Just A Cafe
September 8, 2009
“Gulu-Gulu Café is a great local site providing fun and relaxation to anyone who stops in for a bite and a drink.”
Restaurant Review of The Gulu Gulu Café
September 2, 2009
“Gulu Gulu Café succeeds in crafting an eclectic place that’s good for patrons of practically any age.”
4th Annual BONS – Best of Northshore
August 31, 2009
Best Beer Selection (Reader’s Choice): Gulu-Gulu Café
Salem, New England: My kind of town
July 29, 2009
The Gulu (and several other local institutions) is mentioned in this travel report of Salem from the UK.
Readers Choice Awards 2009
July 1, 2009
Best Restaurant for Lunch (Honorable Mention): Gulu-Gulu Café
Art Throb’s AMAZING Launch Party
June 19, 2009
Last night, tons of people turned up to celebrate the launch of Art Throb magazine at the Gulu!
Video: Art Throb Launch Party | What is Art Throb?
The Gulu-Gulu: Not Your Average Café
June 12, 2009
“The more I heard about it, the more I was intrigued, and looking at the events calendar made me realize this was more than just another trendy café…”
Where the Wild Things are — Exhibit Brings Dream Characters to Life
June 4, 2009
Article on the Gulu’s featured artists Greg & Judi Orfanos.
The Gulu-Gulu Theme! – Radio Spot
June 1, 2009
Gulu friends John and Ashley Nicholls wrote, produced, performed, and recorded this spot that is playing in heavy rotation on our favorite radio station, WFNX!
Music for the Masses
May 21, 2009
“Looks of bewilderment are common from those passing by the large picture windows at Gulu Gulu in Salem’s downtown on Wednesday nights…”
Gulu-Gulu Cafe to celebrate Shakespeare’s birthday
April 23, 2009
The hip little restaurant is hosting the Salem Theatre Company’s tribute to Shakespeare.
What are you doing New Years Eve
December 29, 2008
The Gulu-Gulu Café is listed as one of four places in Salem to go to on New Years Eve for Radio Scotvoid’s Disco Ball.
Out with the old, spin with the new
December 26, 2008
The Gulu-Gulu Café is featured as one of ten places to party at this New Years Eve for the 1970 inspired Disco Ball.
Sad Cafés – a Lynn neighborhood mourns Gulu-Gulu
December 14, 2008
Nearly four years after Steve Feldmann and Marie Feldmannova opened Gulu-Gulu – the name a nod to the Prague bistro where the couple met – the Central Square coffee shop is no longer. “We just ran out of time and money.”
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A Sad Farwell
November 26, 2008
“It was a bright spot in a sometimes dismal social scene in the so-called City of Sin, but after three years in Lynn’s Central Square, Gulu-Gulu Café is planning to shut its doors.”
Lynn’s Gulu-Gulu gone-gone on Dec. 13
November 20, 2008
Eclectic eatery and local hangout Gulu-Gulu Café in Central Square will be reportedly closing its doors next month after a nearly four-year run…
Gulu-Gulu Café to close Lynn location
Gulu-Gulu Café plans to close its original Lynn shop, but the Salem location shouldn’t be affected, according to owners.
Judy C hopes to bring numbers into Gulu show
November 8, 2008
Judy C will throw a CD release party for “444″ at the Gulu Gulu Café in Salem on Saturday Nov. 8, at 8 p.m.
Dan Blakeslee’s creepy alter ego gets set to haunt Salem
October 16, 2008
Doctor Gasp!!! performs his ghoulish holiday show on Oct. 18 at the Gulu-Gulu Café.
Fashion Show celebrates the swinging ‘60s
September 10, 2008
Modern Millie and Cabin Fever are teaming up for a fashion show at Gulu-Gulu Café that benefits Northeast Animal Shelter.
Fundraiser nets $11K; drowning victim’s family considers scholarship, fencing
September 8, 2008
The Aug. 30 benefit was hosted by the Essex Street café, where she worked until her death, and drew about 300 people…
Jo Henley / Machine 475
September 4, 2008
Gulu-Gulu brings back Jo Henley (PDF)
Thursday August 21, 2008
MACHINE WORK – Machine 475 (PDF)
Two nice pieces on two great bands that perform regularly at the Gulu-Gulu.
Best Café 2008: Gulu-Gulu Café: Salem
September 1, 2008
3rd Annual BONS – Best of Northshore
“Who knew when the Gulu-Gulu opened in Salem it would be such a hit?”
Outdoor tables add life to Salem’s downtown
July 8, 2008
“One morning last week, a couple walked into Gulu-Gulu Café and snagged an outdoor table overlooking Lappin Park and the weekday clamor of downtown Salem…”
Gulu-Gulu Café – Review
May 22, 2008
A – Rating
“Alright now to the important stuff- the beer. Gulu-Gulu by far has the best selection of beer in Salem… ”
The cream of the business crop: Chamber of Commerce awards
April 17, 2008
New Business of the Year, awarded to the best new business that opened in 2007: Gulu-Gulu Café
Baby store, baker among top award winners at Chamber dinner
Gulu-Gulu Café was named New Business of the Year
Off the Beantown Path: A tale of four suburbs
April 8, 2008
Lynn “has its own draw, namely Gulu-Gulu Café, a coffeehouse-cum-bar-cum-music venue where you can Czech yourself and then wreck yourself….”
Gulu Haiku
“We attended the inaugural night of the Witch City Poetry Series, Sunday at Gulu-Gulu Cafe. It was a new and enriching experience…”
Nightlife in Salem
April 7, 2008
“Gulu-Gulu Cafe brought with it a huge beer menu, interesting live music and a packed house of well-tattooed hipsters. A cascading effect of late night changes shortly ensued…”
Salem DJ Mixes It Up
April 3, 2008
Nice article on Gulu regular performer Radio Scotvoid.
Rhyme and Reason
“A North Shore writer and the owners of a Salem restaurant will acknowledge National Poetry Month with the Witch City Poetry Series throughout April at the Gulu-Gulu Café…”
In downtown, things are looking up
March 27, 2008
You can find live music in downtown Salem every weekend at area restaurants and now at Gulu-Gulu, a Bohemian café/club open to 1 a.m.
Words in motion: Poetry series to begin at Gulu-Gulu Café
A mix of poets of the page and artists of the spoken word will gather at the Gulu-Gulu Café (in Salem) every week in April to celebrate National Poetry Month.
Biz names run from witty to just a little dirty
February 19, 2008
“Even businesses named for sentimental reasons can catch on, like the Gulu Gulu Café on Essex Street in Salem…”
A Bewitching City
January 30, 2008
A story spotlighting all the cool things to see and do in Salem including the Gulu-Gulu Café.
Gulu-Gulu Cafe – Review
December 5, 2007
“A hip big city feel nestled in an artsy down town space.”
Gulu-Gulu in Salem is hearty, hearty
December 2, 2007
“… the Witch City should be thankful it was chosen as Gulu’s second home. It makes downtown even more of an attraction, especially after dark.”
Fashion show fundraiser celebrates 1970s women in the workplace
September 20, 2007
“On Sunday the Gulu-Gulu Café will be transformed into a hub of 1970s workplace fashion at the biannual fashion show put on by the secondhand boutique Modern Millie.”
A Downtown Under the Radar
September 18, 2007
“Gulu-Gulu is a great college cafe; most nights it is open (late) making it a perfect spot to stay awake and do work.”
Business boom: City sees surge in new businesses
August 31, 2007
A story spotlighting new and upcoming business arriving in downtown Salem, including the Gulu-Gulu Café.
Do you Gulu? New café offers a twist on European style
August 10, 2007
“Like Rick’s Café in Casablanca, Gulu-Gulu Café, which opened its doors late last month, comes with a worldly and romantic story…”
Area has shopping, food and nightlife
August 3, 2007
“Downtown Salem is vibrant and cool and already alive,” said Gulu-Gulu owner Steve Feldmann. “We’ve come here to join the party.”
Dining (Way) Out
May 27, 2007
Looking forward (to 2017), you’ll find restaurants in new corners of Boston and the suburbs, mouthwatering new tastes, and a new type of service…
“You might finish the night with cappuccino at Euro-hip cafes like Gulu-Gulu. So Prague of you.”
A Bit of Prague comes to Salem in Gulu-Gulu
April 23, 2007
“The second Gulu-Gulu, which will operate seven days a week, received a seasonal alcohol license from the city last week…”
Lynn, Lynn, city of vim
April 22, 2007
“The (Gulu-Gulu) cafe — right across the square from Feldmann’s loft — is a cornerstone of the new downtown scene…”
Lt. Governor Murray visits Lynn, talks of lessons learned so far
March 31, 2007
Lt. Gov. Tim Murray chats with his former elementary school teacher over coffee at Gulu-Gulu Café in Lynn’s Central Square…
Gulu Nation: European-style café to open downtown
February 23, 2007
“The heart of downtown Salem will be home to a new, hip establishment this spring when the oddly named Gulu-Gulu Café opens.”
Romancing the stove
February 14, 2007
Food Section (Valentine’s Day article)
“Romance is an element of any restaurant, so it’s no wonder that there are plenty of couples in the business. Marie Feldmannova and her husband, Steve Feldmann, named their quirky place for the cafe in Prague where they met…”
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Hot Spots
January 12, 2007
“There are six hot spots in Lynn – and we’re not talking about nightclubs here…”
Murray vows governor office tuned into Lynn
December 8, 2006
“(Lt. Gov.-elect Tim Murray) cited the Gulu-Gulu Café in Central Square as an example of a arts-related business that the average outsider might not think of in the context of downtown Lynn, and yet it is there and thriving.”
Dining Out: Czech pub fare adds life to Lynn
October 15, 2006
“Years from now, the Gulu-Gulu could be known as the restaurant that brought a new hipness to once-dead Central Square…”
Restuarant Review: Gulu Gulu Cafe
July 1, 2006
“Its true Gulu-Gulu offers something for everyone. They screen wonderfully eclectic indie films, have regular open mic nights and local talent is booked a month in advance to play every week. There’s also artwork featured on the beautiful brick walls of the café. And if you’re worried that I haven’t mentioned the food yet its because I’ve saved the best for last…”
Revival of Lynn’s downtown is a work in progress
June 29, 2006
“Peter Deveau, director of city’s Economic Development and Industrial Corporation, acknowledged that it might appear that growth has slowed downtown, but pointed to the Dunkin’ Donuts on the corner of Union Street and Central Square, The Oxford Street Grill and the Gulu Gulu Café, as three examples of businesses doing well.”
Lay’s colorful world comes to Lynn
June 14, 2006
“In Marblehead, (Hillary Lay) has shown her work at local art shows in restaurants and churches, and it was through a bookstore employee that first brought her to the attention of the owners of the Lynn-based Gulu-Gulu Café.”
The Gulu-Gulu is Adorable – With Good Food
April 5, 2006
“It’s hip and definitely a step above the norm for Central Square, which is working hard to undergo a renaissance. And this is a good start because once you walk in you aren’t in Lynn anymore Toto.”
WiFi high – Free Internet ‘hot zones’ are drawing a new wave of customers downtown
March 12, 2006
“The Gulu-Gulu Café in Lynn is among the area’s private business offering a free WiFi hotspot.”
New Life for Lynn
January 29, 2006
“But Lynn has something extra that’s drawing a certain kind of resident – most in their 20s, 30s, and 40s: It has a scene. Locals hang out in hardscrabble Central Square, sipping wine at poetry slams held in the Gulu-Gulu Café…”
Lynn wasn’t the first choice, but the city has plenty of allure
December 4, 2005
Globe North recently asked readers to tell us how they picked their new hometown. Here is one reader’s response.
“But wait. There’s more. If you get a hankering for some Czech beer or a double espresso, get thee to the Gulu-Gulu Café…”
After sluggish decades, Lynn shows life
November 23, 2005
“Central Square is also home to the fledgling Gulu Gulu Café, which fosters a laid-back coffee house atmosphere, offers an eclectic menu, extensive wine list, and hosts an array of evening entertainment that ranges from poetry readings and classic films to live music and art openings..”
New cafe society: Java havens buck chain stars
October 23, 2005
“Feldmann’s idea: create a local meeting place “that serves coffee, pastries, soup and sandwiches during the day, and at night becomes a European-style wine and specialty beer bar with music, spoken-word performances and even movies…”
Lofty Ideas For The Future
October 9, 2005
“Seeing a need for a cafe in his new neighborhood, Feldmann quit his Web-developer job, obtained a low-interest $50,000 loan from the city, and opened the Gulu-Gulu Cafe across from his Central Square loft…”
Downtown Lynn: Growing and Getting Increasingly Hip
September 19, 2005
“Gulu-Gulu owners Marie and Steve Feldmann are basking in the glory of Lynn’s new heyday…”
A City On The Rise: New Lynn Couple Feeling Right At Home
September 1, 2005
“The Feldmanns ended up liking their new city so much, they decided to start a business here and are proud that they are considered a part of the city’s downtown revitalization…”
Meet Me Downtown
August 7, 2005
“Feldmann followed a longtime dream by opening the European-style Gulu-Gulu Café, named for the Prague bistro where he met his wife. The café was the first Central Square restaurant granted a liquor license in 10 years and maybe the first in decades with an actual wine list.”
Chef Profile – Robert Fathman of Azure
August 1, 2005
Boston Magazine – Best of Boston 2005 Issue
What is your favorite restaurant in the Boston area for cheap eats…?
Entrepreneurs betting on success in downtown Lynn
July 13, 2005
“I got sick of working in a cube and staring at a computer all day,” said Gulu Gulu Café owner Steve Feldmann, about why he left the software industry to open up a European style café in Lynn. “I guess it can be viewed as a risky venture, but at the same time, this is exactly what I want to do.”
Flood closes Lynn cafe
May 27, 2005
“An espresso machine apparently malfunctioned inside the Gulu Gulu Café late Sunday flooding the newly opened establishment and forcing the owners to close until repairs are made.”
Squared Away
May 13, 2005
“Looking like a small slice of Boston’s South End transplanted into Lynn, patrons were doing well if they could find a seat…”
Central Square on the Rebound
“The opening of Gulu-Gulu is a revolutionary piece of the new square that is emerging…”
Gulu Gulu Cafe: Bringing A Taste Of Prague To Lynn
May 1, 2005
“Feldmann came to the EDIC this past summer for assistance and after a long journey, the Gulu-Gulu Café opened in May.”
Entrepreneurs jazz up the area with new restaurants
February 4, 2005
“Steve Feldmann, who bought a condo last year at the Boston Machine Lofts, plans to open an upscale European bistro this spring. Feldmann recently got the first liquor license issued for downtown Lynn in 10 years for his planned Gulu-Gulu Cafe.”
New ‘cyber cafe’ can sell beer, wine
January 28, 2005
“A plan to bring an evening gathering and entertainment spot to Central Square for the first time in 10 years is one step closer to becoming a reality.”
European-style cafe approved
December 17, 2004
“Suspending a standing aversion to alcohol licenses into Lynn’s downtown, the City Council unanimously approved a beer and wine permit for restauranteurs Steven Feldmann and Marie Feldmannova, paving the way for Lynn’s first European-style café…”