Now that Sitka and Spruce is up and running, construction in the marketplace anchoring the Melrose development is nearly complete. Just two more food hubs —Homegrown and Bar Ferd’nand —and the gastronome stomping ground is good to go.

Last time I checked in with Homegrown’s Ben Friedman, he was hoping the sandwich counter would open Tuesday, June 22. This morning he sends word that that date has been pushed back. Now the goal is to kick off business between Thursday and Monday.

Getting excited about that late-night menu…