Month: August 2024

We enjoyed a little fog and haze greeting us a couple of mornings ago…….

Salty’s Bagels in Gloucester, MA

Baked in Gloucester, Salty’s Bagels hand crafts small batches of chewy, crisp-crusted bagels using time-honored techniques and premium ingredients.

POP-UP SCHEDULE

Sunday, August 18, 8:00 – 10:00 AM
23 East Main Street, Gloucester, MA

Sunday, August 25, 8:00 – 10:00 AM
23 East Main Street, Gloucester, MA

HOW TO PRE-ORDER

We have a limited number of pre-order pick up time slots. Please direct message us on Facebook, Instagram or text us at 978-430-5885 and we’ll do the best we can to fill your order.

Gloucester, MA – Salty’s Bagels, started by Amy Whittenburg, is excited to be a part of the local food scene! After a winter spent tinkering with bagel recipes and learning from some talented bakers from Somerville, Portland, ME, and Vermont, Amy has crafted a bagel recipe that local bagel lovers are really enjoying.

In June 2024, Salty’s Bagels joined the Cape Ann Shared Kitchen, kicking off pop-up events every Sunday morning. The community’s response has been encouraging, with many weekends selling out! Customers can pre-order their favorite bagels through Facebook or Instagram Messenger until Thursdays at 5:00 PM.

Salty’s Bagels are made from high-quality ingredients and crafted with care, resulting in a crispy crust and a chewy, open crumb, thanks to a time-honored proofing process that creates a complex and delicious flavor.

“We think our bagels are a nice way to start the day,” says Amy. “It’s been music to our ears to hear how much people are enjoying them.”

At the moment, Salty’s offers plain, sesame, everything, salt, and the popular rosemary salt. We’re working on new options like sourdough, pumpernickel, and gluten-free. Our homemade schmears feature classic plain, scallion, and on occasion jalapeño.

The name:

The name “Salty’s” invites a playful interpretation of what “salty” means to the individual. It might evoke the delightful flavor of sea salt on a freshly baked bagel or hint at a down-to-earth charm.

What Customers Are Saying:

“I made bagels every week until I tasted Salty’s Bagels. Now I am hooked! They are chewy and not too doughy. We love them!” — Naomi from East Gloucester

“Salty’s is the best bagel I have ever had. They are warm and fresh, with a flaky outside and moist inside. I’d love to see them open a full-time shop!” — Maureen, Cape Ann

Contact: Amy Whittenburg, Founder, Salty’s Bagels
Phone: (978) 430-5885
Email: saltysbagels@gmail.com
Website:
Be sure to follow us on social media for updates and to place your pre-orders!

Maritime Gloucester fund raiser and schooner weekend kickoff at The Cut Wed night 8/28 with show by Bootie Vortex (70’s funk and disco)

https://www.bootyvortexband.com

Tickets on sale at The Cut

https://thecutlive.showare.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=92

If it itches…

August 14, 2024 ~ Sawyer Free Library ~ 

On Wednesday, August 21 from 4:30 to 5:30 pm join the Sawyer Free Library for “Digging into Gardening with Cheryl Rafuse of Plant Magic Gardens” at 21 Main Street in Gloucester.

Are you interested in planting native plants to support local ecosystems? Would you like insight into what’s a weed and what you should leave and not pull? North Shore native plant gardener Cheryl Rafuse will share all about the bees and butterflies, flowers and shrubs, and the easiest ways to start incorporating keystone species into your gardens during this hands on presentation.

Registration required at sawyerfreelibrary.org. The first 20 attendees will receive free gardening supplies. 

If you have questions, contact: moneill@sawyerfreelibrary.org, call 978-325-5500 or visit sawyerfreelibrary.org.

Digging into Gardening at the Library with Cheryl Rafuse of Plant Magic Gardens

We decided to take a ride to Cider Hill Farm in Amesbury a few days ago to see the sunflower field. The field was a little past peak so that was a small disappointment but the 50 min ride up there did not go to waste. They have a great farm shop AND lots of kid friendly (free) activities including a trike playground, chickens, equipment to explore and more. If you have children looking for some thing to do, you might consider taking the ride with them. It will provide a couple of hours of free entertainment.

www.jonsarkin.com

August 15, 2024 ~ Greater Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce ~ 

Get your tickets now for the 2nd Annual Blackburn Brew Fest on Saturday, September 21 at Stage Fort Park. Advance tickets are $50 per person (at-the-door purchase price is $60). Designated Driver tickets are also available at $10. Brews, hard ciders, food trucks, music, and games, all in beautiful Stage Fort Park overlooking Gloucester Harbor.

Learn more and buy your tickets at blackburnbrewfest.com!

2nd Annual Blackburn Brew Fest

Fog Light…

August 13, 2024 ~ backyardgrowersgloucester ~ 

Join Backyard Growers at the 9th annual Great Gloucester GrowDown to celebrate another successful season growing fresh food in our community!

Enjoy farm-fresh food & libations by Oak to Ember, live entertainment, and a fund-a-need auction in support of Backyard Growers’ work connecting communities to the resources, knowledge, and space they need to grow their own food.

Learn more & purchase tickets here.

Celebrate the growing season at the Great Gloucester GrowDown