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Nominate Your Favorite Local Businesses for the Gloucester Zip Trip August 4th!
Boston 25 News, in collaboration with the City of Gloucester, is bringing a Zip Trip to Gloucester on August 4, 2023! The Zip Trip team wants to showcase some of Gloucester’s locally-owned restaurants and small businesses, and we want to hear from you — which businesses do you consider staples of our community? Nominate your favorite restaurant, and your favorite business inthis nomination form, and the top 3 in each category will be shared with the Zip Trip team to highlight in August! Please submit your nomination by Wednesday, May 10 at 12:00pm.
FINE WINE TASTING @ SAVOUR WITH BROOKE OVERHISER OF MARTIGNETTI’S CONNOISSEUR WINE DIVISION
Martignetti Companies began as a family-owned grocery business in Boston’s North End. Upon the repeal of Prohibition in 1933, the Martignetti family received the very first beverage alcohol retail license issued in Massachusetts. Through the years, the retail business included wine and spirits shops across the Boston metro area.
In the 1970’s, the family expanded the distribution and wholesale business, focusing on fine wines. Through organic growth, new supplier portfolio appointments and well executed acquisitions, the distribution side of Martignetti Companies flourished. The Martignetti portfolio has now grown to encompass the broadest selection of fine wines and spirits in the marketplace, from unique artisanal producers to global leading suppliers. The Connoisseur division specializes in boutique fine wines from around the globe.
WINES
Rapaura Springs Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand
Varietal: Sauvignon Blanc Alc.13.5%
Marlborough is New Zealand’s most important wine region by far. It is particularly famous for its pungent, zesty white wines made from the Sauvignon Blanc grape.Sauvignon Blanc accounts for over 80 percent of vineyard surface area and more than 85 percent of regional production. The wine is noted for its intense flavors. Family-owned Rapaura Springs has been awarded the New Zealand Winery of the Yea. Lively, bright, and crisp are three common adjectives used to describe the Rapaura Springs Classic Sauvignon Blanc 2020, which epitomizes the natural expression of Sauvignon Blanc from New Zealand. It is loaded with succulent passion fruit, guava, pineapple, and pink grapefruit aromas which are underscored by a fresh herbal element. Lush layers of sweet melon, tropical and yellow stone fruit flavors are complemented by an attractive minerality. Pairs well with grilled fish and herb butter, crisp Caesar salad. $ 17.99
Chateau l’Escarelle, Provence, France
This week, we pour two Rosés from Chateau l’Escarelle Estate, 100 hectares of vines that grow in the midst of 1,000 hectares of stunning, protected countryside in the heart of Provence, a wild landscape with garrigues and oak trees mixed with typical Provencal plants. Yann Pineau, a captain of French industry, has devoted himself to his role of owner and wine producer at Chateau l’Escarelle. Founder of the Itancia Endowment Fund for the protection of nature (fondsdedotationitancia.com), Pineau undertook to develop the estate while at the same time ensuring that its exceptional natural environment was preserved. Pineau is deeply committed to preserving and bringing out the best in this natural environment and has undertaken various projects, such as the restoration of existing buildings for wine and nature tourism, and also an organic certification of the entire estate. The PACA LPO (French league for birds protection) was invited to carry out an initial survey of biodiversity on the estate in 2014. The resulting inventories demonstrated a strong biodiversity, with the presence of no less than 95 species of butterfly. Thanks to the support of the ITANCIA Endowment Fund, Château de l’Escarelle became a pilot site dedicated to the study and preservation of butterflies. Chateau de l’Escarelle is in the process of converting to organic viticulture and boasts a prestigious HVE (Haute Valeur Environnementale) certification for its strict eco-friendly and sustainable practices.
Chateau l’ Escarelle June 21st Rose,
Varietals: Grenache, Cinsault, Syrah, Alc.12.5%
Named in honor of the Summer Solstice, Chateau de l’ Escarelle’s June 21st Rosé is fantastic for sipping by itself or sharing at a barbecue. This blend of Grenache, Cinsault, and Syrah is light and delicate, with aromas of red berries and stone fruit that transform into juicy flavors of strawberries, watermelon, and grapefruit on the palate. It is crisp and quaffable with bright acidity and a clean finish. Serve as an aperitif. Pairs well with salads, mildly spicy food, shrimp and crab. $21.99
Chateau l’ Escarelle Le Pacha Rose
Varietals: Grenache, Cinsault, Syrah Alc.13%
Named after a butterfly found on the estate, Chateau de l’ Escarelle’s Le Pacha rosé comes from Coteaux Varoisen Provence, a subzone that – thanks to its inland location, hilliness, slightly cooler climate, and calcareous (clayey limestone) soils – is known for producing rosés with brighter acidity and bolder aromatics than regions closer to the coast. This blend of Grenache, Cinsault, and Syrah showcases enticing aromas of raspberry, red flowers, and peaches, leading into gorgeously concentrated flavors of strawberry and watermelon that envelop the palate. It has a light body with mouthwatering acidity, beautiful minerality, and a very long finish.
Pairs well with Mediterranean cuisine and Asian dishes. $29.99
Meerlust Estate Red, Stellenbosch, South Africa
Varietals: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc Alc. 14%
Meerlust Estate has been the pride of the Myburgh family since 1756. Today, dedication to the art of winemaking continues under the guidance of Hannes Myburgh, the eighth generation of the family to run the estate. Meerlust, with its historic manor house, classic wine cellar, family cemetery, dovecote, and bird sanctuary is situated 15 kilometers south of Stellenbosch, with the blue crescent of False Bay 5 kilometers away. Wines are only made from grapes grown on the Estate, which is uniquely positioned for the production of wines with exceptional complexity and character. The wine has an intense, dark purple color with a violet rim. Bright and vivacious in the glass, very youthful. The nose is expressive with powerful cassis, plum, and exotic spice notes,and hints of floral aromas. On the palate the wine is medium-bodied with intense flavors of crushed black fruit, cassis, vanilla, and dark chocolate. The tannins are very soft and silky with fresh acidity. The wine has a persistent aftertaste.Pairs well with pot roast, venison, game birds.$17.99
Ramos Pinto RP10 Tawny Port, Douro Valley, Portugal
Ana Rosas is the master blender and head of port wine production at Ramos Pinto. She was brought into the winery in 1990 by her uncle José Ramos Pinto Rosas and worked with her cousin João Nicolau de Almeida until taking over from him in 2015. In 2017, wine magazine Grandes Escolhas named her Port Wine Maker of the Year.The winery is located in the upper reaches of the Douro Valley near the prehistoric rock paintings of Foz Coa. The enterprise began in the late 19th century when an artist, Adriano Ramos Pinto, founded the winery and used his art merchandise to promote the wine. His brother António Ramos Pinto soon joined him and took over commercial and financial management. Adriano focused on artistic creation and company promotion. Family members continue to guide the company today. The RP10 Tawny pours a deep garnet color. On the nose, it has aromas of plum and prune. Flavors of ripe plum, raisin, mulled cherry, fig, sandalwood, hazelnut, caramel, and chocolate are present on the palate. Pairs well with dark chocolate, milk or cream-based desserts, dried fruits, nut cakes and tortes, hard and aged cheeses. $39.99
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And don’t forget to check out what’s new in our beer case, including two juicy NE IPAs and a clean, refreshing rice lager from East Regiment Brewing, a veteran-owned brewery in Salem.
Kathleen’s Price-Value Gems:
Unique to SAVOUR our three price-value collections, with
each category ($9.99ers – $14.99ers -$19.99ers) offering hundreds of wines
at one price, personally curated by Kathleen, some have limited availability.
9.99ers…the quality is taste delivering above-price enjoyment …Value!
14.99ers…exhibiting qualities of complexity…Elevating the Experience!
19.99ers…value laden wines by innovative vintners…Expect Exceptional!
Adding to this Saturday’s wine tasting with Brooke is Savour’s Everyday Tech Tastings at the North Shore’s Only Digital Wine Machine. Fun to use and enjoy! Taste up to 20 wines with new selections regularly added…& yes, complimentary. Kathleen welcomes your questions for food pairings.
Welcome Your Donation in any amount for Pathways for Children.
Thank You! …Kathleen
For Your Mobile Calendar
Savour Wine Tastings!
April 29 – Wendy Koder – Regional Manager of R&B Wine Imports
May 6 – Brooke Overheiser of Connoisseur Wines
May 13 – Gordon Alexander, Owner Terroir Wines
May 20 – Gary Ballard of MS Walker
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Continuing to offer a case discount 0f 10% on wines and all items purchased with the case to all customers. Wine Club members get 5% off on 6 bottles and all items purchased with the 6 bottles. Thanks again for your support!
We continue using our 5 Molekule high performance air purification units that clear the air of 99.9% of viruses, bacteria and allergens every hour, store wide.
We are pleased to continue curbside pickup service
Savour Wine & Cheese l 76 Prospect St. l Gloucester l 978. 282 .1455
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This afternoon’s storm clouds that rolled across the Inner Harbor was a sign of ominous things to come, but another more favorable sign, seen every day over East Main Street, is that of Cap. Joe & Son’s. I feel better already.
Bill Funk
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Thursday evening at 6PM the place to be is going to be the St Peter’s club when they are opening their doors to the public for the 1st Ever Meatball Challenge. The first 100 people to donate $10 that night at the door will be able to try a meatball from 10 of Gloucester’s finer chefs. These people will be entered to win a door prize and will be able to vote for their favorite meatball!
I expect a great crowd. The bar will be open and we will be livestreaming the event!
Look for the other contestant’s hype videos.
Sclafani’s – Tonno – Oak To Ember – Minglewood Harborside – Delaney’s – Topside Bistro- Zina Saputo – Richie Baressi – Causeway – Charlie’s Place
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Thursday evening at 6PM the place to be is going to be the St Peter’s club when they are opening their doors to the public for the 1st Ever Meatball Challenge. The first 100 people to donate $10 that night at the door will be able to try a meatball from 10 of Gloucester’s finer chefs. These people will be entered to win a door prize and will be able to vote for their favorite meatball!
I expect a great crowd. The bar will be open and we will be livestreaming the event!
Look for the other contestant’s hype videos.
Sclafani’s – Tonno – Oak To Ember – Minglewood Harborside – Delaney’s – Topside Bistro- Zina Saputo – Richie Baressi – Causeway – Charlie’s Place
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Mayor Greg Verga and Fire Chief Eric Smith report that the Gloucester Fire Department responded to a small fire in City Hall on Wednesday night. City Hall is closed today. All other city buildings remain open, including the City Hall Annex. On Wednesday, May 3, at about 11:30 p.m., Gloucester dispatchers received a call from the City’s alarm contractor that a general alarm had been struck at City Hall, 9 Dale Ave. First-responding crews reached City Hall within minutes. They reported smoke and fire conditions coming from a basement office, bringing multiple additional crews to the scene for critical support. The fire was reported knocked down by about 11:43 p.m. Fire crews cleared the scene at about 2:06 a.m. Thursday. No injuries were reported. No cause has been determined. The investigation by the Gloucester Fire Department, Gloucester Police Department, and the State Police Fire and Explosion Investigation Unit attached to the State Fire Marshal’s Office remains active and ongoing. City crews are assessing fire damage in the basement, and possible smoke damage in the remainder of the building. “The swift response by the Fire Department prevented what could have been a devastating fire,” Mayor Verga said. “Our City departments will be working throughout the day to reopen City Hall as quickly as possible.” Departments located in City Hall — Archives, City Assessor, City Auditor, City Clerk, Legal Department, Payroll, Personnel, Purchasing, Treasurer-Collector, and the Mayor’s Office – are closed to the public today. Those who wish to conduct business with these departments are asked to contact them by email, or by using appropriate online services through the City website. More information will be released as it becomes available.
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Thursday evening at 6PM the place to be is going to be the St Peter’s club when they are opening their doors to the public for the 1st Ever Meatball Challenge. The first 100 people to donate $10 that night at the door will be able to try a meatball from 10 of Gloucester’s finer chefs. These people will be entered to win a door prize and will be able to vote for their favorite meatball!
I expect a great crowd. The bar will be open and we will be livestreaming the event!
Look for the other contestant’s hype videos.
Sclafani’s – Tonno – Oak To Ember – Minglewood Harborside – Delaney’s – Topside Bistro- Zina Saputo – Richie Baressi – Causeway – Charlie’s Place
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IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT! Tickets Go on Sale at 5PM at The St Peter’s Club Tomorrow for The Meatball Challenge. ONLY ONE TICKET PER PERSON AND THE PERSON MUST BE PRESENT TO PURCHASE A TICKET! We expect a lot of people so we won’t be pre- selling and we won’t be holding tickets for people. The bar will be open so get there and get your ticket Thursday after 5PM.
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Thursday evening at 6PM the place to be is going to be the St Peter’s club when they are opening their doors to the public for the 1st Ever Meatball Challenge. The first 100 people to donate $10 that night at the door will be able to try a meatball from 10 of Gloucester’s finer chefs. These people will be entered to win a door prize and will be able to vote for their favorite meatball!
I expect a great crowd. The bar will be open and we will be livestreaming the event!
Look for the other contestant’s hype videos.
Sclafani’s – Tonno – Oak To Ember – Minglewood Harborside – Delaney’s – Topside Bistro- Zina Saputo – Richie Baressi – Causeway – Charlie’s Place
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Thursday evening at 6PM the place to be is going to be the St Peter’s club when they are opening their doors to the public for the 1st Ever Meatball Challenge. The first 100 people to donate $10 that night at the door will be able to try a meatball from 10 of Gloucester’s finer chefs. These people will be entered to win a door prize and will be able to vote for their favorite meatball!
I expect a great crowd. The bar will be open and we will be livestreaming the event!
Look for the other contestant’s hype videos.
Sclafani’s – Tonno – Oak To Ember – Minglewood Harborside – Delaney’s – Topside Bistro- Zina Saputo – Richie Baressi – Causeway – Charlie’s Place
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Join us in welcoming Katherine Sherbrooke, author of “Leaving Coy’s Hill” and “Fill the Sky.” Sherbrooke is the winner of a 2017 Independent Press Award and finalist for the Mary Sarton Award for Contemporary Fiction and the Foreword Indies Book of the Year. Sherbrooke was a Fireside Chat speaker at Beauport in 2022 with her last book, “Leaving Coy’s Hill.” We are delighted to welcome her back with her new book “The Hidden Life of Aster Kelly.”
“The Hidden Life of Aster Kelly” is a story about the bonds of chosen family, the cost of fame and the enduring strength of love. It will keep you guessing until the last page!
This Author Talk is free admission, food and drinks are available for purchase. Light refreshments will be provided. Event will take place at the Beauport Hotel. RSVP via email Concierge@BeauportHotel.com.
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Author Talk at SFL with GAIL BRENNER NASTASIA on Thursday evening, May 4
Sawyer Free Libraryis pleased to present a series of local authors reading and discussing their memoirs this May at 21 Main Street in downtown Gloucester.All events are in person and open to the public. To register, or for more information, visit, sawyerfreelibrary.org.
Thursday, May 4, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Book Reading with local author GAIL BRENNER NASTASIA
Join local Author and Gloucester native Gail Brenner Nastasia, who will speak about her newly released memoir,The Fruit You’ll Never See.
Gail learned early on that some people mattered and others didn’t. Despite moving away from Gloucester in her early twenties and becoming an attorney, it wasn’t until she began to appreciate the value in her criminally-charged clients, those with whom she shared similar struggles, that she was finally able to recognize her own worth…
Good Morning Gloucester in conjunction with the St Peter’s Club will be holding the first ever Meatball Challenge to benefit the St Peter’s Club Scholarship Fund.
The first 100 people to donate $10 at the Club Thursday night will taste a meatball from each of these great Gloucester Iconic Chefs-
Delaney’s Pizza, Richie Baressi, Zina Saputo, Charlie’s Place, Topside Bistro, The Causeway, Tonno, Oak To Ember, Minglewood Harborside and Sclafanis Italian bakery.
The first 100 to donate will receive a ticket with which they will use to vote for their favorite after trying all ten in a blind taste test. The Trays of meatballs will only be identified by a single letter- A, B, C, D . and at the end the meatballs that have the most tickets win.
Thank you to Joe Virgilio for donating 200 rolls and to The Zappa family from The Causeway for donating the use of 10 chafing trays. Open to the public the night of the event, membership applications will be available and the bar will be open for you to stay and watch the event even if you aren’t there in time to get one of the 100 tickets for voting. Each entrant is only making 100 meatballs so only the 100 first people to donate will be ticket holders.
Good Morning Gloucester will be livestreaming the event so come by the table and say hi!
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