Author: Nichole S.

Dessert Board at Tonno? Yes, please. Friends and I made some time to connect over Espresso Martinis and the dessert board at Tonno. Because, why not?

Seven of us had brunch at CK Pearl in Essex over the weekend to celebrate two birthdays. While I have been known to sit at the bar for a cocktail and some mussels or to sit outside during the summer, I have never been for breakfast. My huevos rancheros were delicious. We shared some french toast as a breakfast appetizer and had some bloody marys, mimosas, and/or other cocktails as well. Everything was delicious!

Huevos Rancheros: cheesy jalapeno black bean dip, cheddar, crispy tortilla, pico de gallo, avocado

French Toast: homemade carrot bread, walnuts, whipped mascarpone, honey drizzle

https://www.ckpearl.com/

I brought our Shut the Box game to the Amvets Club to donate it to the game cabinet, played with some friends, lost several rounds, and got the worst score mathematically possible…. a 53 ….. but, had lots of laughs… so, I’ll call it a win.

We took our Christmas tree to a home in Essex and the goats LOVED it. Up-cycling at its best.

I believe you only have a few more days to get yourself over to The Lobster at 115 East Main Street in Gloucester before they close for the winter. They will be closed for Friday dinner for a private party but are open today 11:30-8:30, tomorrow for lunch from 11:30-4:00, and then all weekend for both lunch and dinner. I had the baked haddock with a caesar salad and some truffle fries and every bite of it was tremendous. https://www.thelobsterofgloucester.com/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=wix_google_business_profile&utm_campaign=4853144082179927035

Coastal Wax is a ski and board wax company that will pick up and drop off your skis and snowboards so you can skip the errands and get them back quickly. On-demand ski & snowboard tuning with fast turnaround for your urgent adventures….so you can get out there and ski the east! You can check them out on Instagram at @coastal_wax

“Keep your ride smooth and your stoke high”

There is always something interesting to see at the railways in Rocky Neck.

A Day at the Office. I sat and watched the activity on the State Fish Pier the other day. So much to always get done to tend to the vessels and gear. It was a reminder on an extra foggy day of just how hard the work can be. Safe trips, everyone. 

Works of art. I recently noticed these planters on the boulevard on either side of the Fisherman Statue. I’m certain someone has probably written about them before, but they are phenomenal! I am excited to learn more about them. 

Heading out on a foggy December morning.

it was a foggy day for the Man at the Wheel to watch over the harbor.

Minglewood does a Burger and a Beer Night combo for just $20 on Thursdays. Here’s mine from last week. It was phenomenal!  If on Facebook, click here to learn more.

Beau Christmas Tree, O Christmas Tree. The holiday season at the Beauport is so magical. If you haven’t enjoyed a cocktail, a meal, or a cup of coffee there this holiday season, make a point to stop by soon.

Give the gift of live music and a fun night out! With a full menu and bar and live music 7 days a week a Rhumb Line gift certificate equals a fun night out!

Well, if this isn’t merry and bright, I don’t know what is. I snuck in a little time up at Lynnfield MarketStreet the other day and this made me smile. 

This video makes me laugh every holiday season. “Holiday Bartender” with Matt Catanzano summarizes many a girls’ night out! Click here to see the video.

Looking for something to do with your empty wine bottles? Click on this link to see the full photo if you are viewing this post on Facebook! Wine bottles turned into really cool holiday cheer….at Loco near Fenway. We had an excellent meal before seeing Dylan Scott perform at the House of Blues. The whole restaurant was decorated like crazy for the holidays. https://www.locosouthboston.com/

Each December, for many years now, teams comprised of some dedicated mens league hockey players look forward to the Ancient Mariner Tournament in Gloucester. I know I speak for everyone when I applaud Rusty Harnish for all of the work and dedication he has given to keeping this tournament alive. This year, the Hockey Dawgz, led by Tony Frontiero, won the Ancient Mariner B Championship over the West Pond Hockey Club. The Dawgz overcame a slow start and a 3-0 deficit to win the title 4-3.  Congratulations, Dawgz! Happy to feature other champions as well….just submit any photos.

I love this truck…a different spin on Santa’s sleigh. I see it each season while trekking to Marlboro for hockey games with Finn and I’ve come to look forward to it each December.

Here is the Church, here is it’s steeple……..