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"A long-running and popular Harvard Square cafe that was closely associated with Liza Shirazi (and later staffed in part by Steve “Nookie” Postal) closed after its building was sold to an investment company in 2017 for $108 million. The closure sparked commentary about rising rents and the encroachment of chains on independent restaurants; the owners say the cafe’s menu items and spirit will live on in their new ventures." - Dana Hatic