Friday, May 24, 2013
A round up of North Shore restaurant and food news.
When you're looking for a night out and a break from cooking, you might want to know what's new not only where you live, but also in other North Shore communities. Here's a round up of the area's latest food news: There's sweet news out of the Garden City — Winfrey's has brought their famous chocolate and candies to Cabot Street. And the new location isn't just for retail. The facility will soon open a production area adjacent to the store. Slice Pizza and More has reopened after an 8-month renovation. Renovations are just set to begin at Kernwood Liquors. The plan is to make the packie more upscale. And that recently reopened Route 1 landmark, The Ship, has the green light to add entertainment like maybe a piano player or violinist. The …
Monday, May 6, 2013
A round up of North Shore restaurant and food news.
When you're looking for a night out and a break from cooking, you might want to know what's new not only where you live, but also in other North Shore communities. Here's our round up of the area's latest food news: We've reported recently about the reopening of The Ship, the unmistakeable Route 1 landmark. This week we uncovered a relic of that restaurant's precursor, the Ship's Haven. While searching eBay, we came across a 1930s era menu from the local landmark. Word is that the current restaurant's management ended up purchasing the menu, which will be added to a small collection of relics there from those early days. The whole North Shore is abuzz over Beverly native Angie Miller, who has made the top three in "American Idol." Among …
Friday, March 15, 2013
A round up of North Shore restaurant and food news.
When you're looking for a night out and a break from cooking, you might want to know what's new not only where you live, but also in other North Shore communities. Here's our round up of the latest local food news: I can't think of bowling without it putting me in mind of my favorite movie, The Big Lebowski. Now we learn that the Kings coming to MarketStreet Lynnfield has been approved for an all-alcohol license. Which means you can order a Caucasian and toast The Dude at their bar when it opens in August. Loyal readers of the North Shore Food Buzz might remember a recent item we had about McDonald's — I like to call it "The Scottish Restaurant" — complaining about sales at their fourth Danvers location. They didn't think that the …
Saturday, March 2, 2013
A round up of North Shore restaurant and food news.
When you're looking for a night out and a break from cooking, you might want to know what's new not only where you live, but also in other North Shore communities. Here's our round up of the area's latest food news: You've probably heard MarketStreet, the huge shopping and entertainment complex opening later this year in Lynnfield, right? Foodies rejoice — We recently learned that it will have a Wiliams-Sonoma. Speaking of new businesses, a Thai place is slated to open soon in downtown Wakefield. Phuket will be a sister restaurant to the proprietor's existing place in West Roxbury. A&E's real estate show, "Flipping Boston" is tweaking their format a bit next week to "flip" the host's own pizza place in Danvers. You can stop by Pete's-A…
Friday, February 15, 2013
A round up of North Shore restaurant and food news.
When you're looking for a night out and a break from cooking, you might want to know what's new not only where you live, but also in other North Shore communities. Here's our round up of the area's latest food news: By the end of the year, the North Shore will have a mammoth new shopping and entertainment complex, MarketStreet at Lynnfield. You've probably seen the signs as you drive along 128. Lynnfield Patch recently learned several of the restaurants that will be opening there: McDonald's may boast of "billions and billions served," but their recently-opened Endicott Street location is under-performing. The burger chain's managers tell Danvers officials they need to move their sign to compete on a stretch that has three other fast-food …
Friday, February 1, 2013
A round up of North Shore restaurant and food news.
When you're looking for a night out and a break from cooking, you might want to know what's new not only where you live, but also in other North Shore communities. Here's our round up of the area's latest food news: If you're a fan of train-shaped pancakes (and who isn't?) then you'll be happy to know that an iconic but tiny spot in Peabody Square, the Little Depot Diner, is open with new owners. Hat tip to the Salem News for highlighting this story. Speaking of ice cream, you are of course aware that Saturday is National Ice Cream For Breakfast Day, right? And Cherry Farm Creamery is throwing a celebration/fundraiser from 8 a.m. to noon. Proceeds benefit the Danvers Dog Park. Plus, you get to have ice cream for breakfast. Did I mention …
Friday, January 18, 2013
A round up of North Shore restaurant and food news.
When you're looking for a night out and a break from cooking, you might want to know what's new not just where you live, but in other nearby North Shore communities. Here's our round up of the latest food news in the area: If the huge MarketStreet in Lynnfield development isn't on your radar as a North Shore shopper and diner, it should be. The massive complex will have many attractions when it opens in late 2013. Among them, we learned last week is that the Whole Foods there will sell beer and wine. Sad news for fans of pierogi and Gypsy pancakes: Cafe Polonia will be closing its doors soon. Having just moved to Salem and only eaten there twice, I know I'll miss the Polish and Eastern European restaurant. If you've never been, I recommend…
Friday, December 21, 2012
A round up of North Shore restaurant and food news.
When you're looking for a night out and a break from cooking, you might want to know what's new not just where you live, but in other nearby North Shore communities. Here's our round up of the latest food news in the area. This column is about all things food related. And that includes volunteering at one of our local food pantries. Here are the details on how to help pantries in Lynnnfield, Wakefield and Peabody. Burrito fans: The new Chipotle in North Beverly was scheduled to open Thursday. The Farm Downtown um, bought the farm. The sandwich place on Ratoul Street has been replaced by Lisa's Pizzas, Pastas and Paninis. Massachusetts limits how many stores in a given grocery chain can sell beer and wine. Good news, North Shore. The …
Thursday, October 25, 2012
Each month, area Patch towns offer a look at their latest food and dining news items.
Here at Patch, we love local food news. Whether a new restaurant is coming to your community, an old favorite is closing down or a local chef is plating something special - our North Shore Patch sites been there to cover it. Below is a look at the restaurant and food stories recently covered by area Patch sites. If you see something that sparks your interest, just click on the headline to read the full story. Danvers --- Will Orange Leaf Still Open in October? The Orange Leaf frozen yogurt shop that was originally planned to open this month in Danvers Square has bumped back its opening date to December. That's according to Meredith Lynn, spokeswoman for the frozen yogurt chain. Orange Leaf's first location in the region opened in Salem in …
Thursday, October 4, 2012
Here's a look at food and restaurant news from area Patch.com towns over the past month.
Restaurant comings and goings, new businesses and the best dishes and recipes are among the items that have appeared on North Shore Patch sites over the past month. Below is a look at the restaurant and food stories that were recently covered on area Patch sites. Read through our round-up for the latest food news. Lynnfield J.P. Licks Ice Cream Coming To Lynnfield JP Licks, a chain of ice cream shops headquartered in Jamaica Plain, will open three new locations in 2013, including one in Lynnfield. This week, Rockland Trust announced $4.5 million in refinancing to help the company expand. According to the announcement, JP Licks was established in 1981 and currently has 11 locations. The Lynnfield location is expected to open up in …
