My View of Life on the Dock
Cape Ann Fresh Catch, 46 Commercial Street, Gloucester, at St. Peter’s square.
Whatever’s caught on the dayboats is what they have that day, plus prepared eats like Chef Trina’s awesome jambalaya. They are expanding rapidly.
Look for the OPEN sign by again and again Thursday–Sunday 12-5
Happy Belly is chock full of talent. Bakery? Check. Happy Belly will have hand crafted foodie heaven pastries, cookies, and all manner of can’t wait to see what’s made daily baked goods. How do I know since it’s not open? Trust me they have it covered.
Master pastry chef extraordinaire, Melissa Hays, is in the house
Sticky Fingers is sticking around. And I can’t wait to look up! Artist Danny Diamond will be tackling that chalkboard wrap around. Diamond painted a showstopper for Happy Belly sister restaurant, Minglewood Tavern at Latitude.
Happy Belly, 3 Duncan Street, Gloucester, MA, a Serenitee Restaurant Group property.
Another Door Opens sneak peek inside Happy Belly ‘before’ buildout in process April 2017
Just because it’s a happy stop and local flavor.
Danvers Putnam Pantry, established in 1951, is hosting an employee reunion this month:
“Did you work at Putnam Pantry for your first job? Did you work in the 60’s, 70’s, 80’s, 90’s and beyond? Please join us June 17, 2017 @ 12:30pm for food, drinks and to catch up with some old friends!”
brief background on history of candy in New England see New England Historical Society When New England Candy was King: 15 Sweet Facts
Have you been lately? You should. 6 Roger’s Street, Gloucester.
After an afternoon baseball game the other day we wanted a quick, buy yummy, fix for dinner. We didn’t want to cook….but didn’t have the stamina to head out for a sit-down dinner. I also had my hopes set on sitting outside by the water and enjoying more of the nice day we’d been gifted.
We quickly made the decision to head to Salty Frank’s Dogs. We hadn’t been there since we grabbed some dogs and fries to take to Pavilion Beach to watch the Parade of Lights during last September’s Schooner Festival.
Definitely the right choice for that night….and again for this past Saturday. While Salty Frank’s has a picnic table out front for a quick meal, we wanted to head to the sun on the other side of the street and look at the boats. They had no problem at all with us taking their tray…and even a box of napkins…with us to enjoy from our perch in St. Peter’s Square.
My husband had inquired about their new Lobster Salads, but didn’t order one. The owner (Frank, I’m assuming?) threw in a container of salad with a generous chunk of lobster meat as well!
We sat, watched a bigger fish chase the minnows, checked out some of the fishing fleet, enjoyed the warmth of the sun, and chatted about Finn’s game and the week ahead.
A big thanks to Salty Frank’s for being so kind and accommodating. Sometimes totally simple nights like the one we shared are the best.
CHECK OUT SALTY FRANK’S HERE and don’t forget that they have ice cream too!
They’re a pretty great option en route to the beach or out for a day on the boat. Their “Beach Box” consists of 12 hot dogs, 4 bags of chips, and 4 drinks for $32…or substitute fries for the chips for $37. They have lots of other menu items as well.
Build out is cooking along. General Manager and Chef, Rhiannon, says the menus are nearly ready!~
New signs
Happy Belly, 3 Duncan Street, Gloucester, MA, a Serenitee Restaurant Group property.
Alexandra’s Bread, bakery and vintage gift shop 265 Main Street, Gloucester, MA. Outstanding bread and…’everything’ cookies, brownies and scones!
Reese’s Pieces jumbo cookies are yummy. Virgilio’s take out and essential Italian grocers features outstanding breads, sandwiches, prepared meals, oils and sauces, cookies, chocolate macaroons, and superb cannoli
Helmut’s Strudel is open seasonally: 7AM weekends now and daily by mid-May. Sharon McDonald opened the Helmut Moelk strudel shop on July 1, 1978.
are just some of the featured and fitting design details coming into focus at Happy Belly, 3 Duncan Street, Gloucester, MA. The everyday casual restaurant will serve breakfast, lunch and dinner. And small craft brew. And coffee. They’re roasting their own beans! What else? The floor’s been raised. A lengthy drink rail and counter stools gives one section a warm and chic soda-shop vibe. Nearby a massive antique metal lathe will be re-purposed into a showstopper pedestal table. The former Alchemy space is in its BEFORE stage as it undergoes a transformation by master builders, P Bevan Builders. They built Maggies Farm and other Serenitee Restaurant Group properties plus the recent renovation of the former Empire store.
photo caption (above): Peter Bevan, P. Bevan Builders, 617 356 7107
Happy Belly along with Minglewood Tavern and Latitude 43 brings the Serenitee restaurant count back up to 3 happy and popular eateries in Gloucester, MA, each with its own lively aesthetic and yummy grub.
Happy to see Happy Belly coming soon!
Congratulations to Danielle for the terrific article in the Boston Globe. We’re so fortunate to have Danielle and her amazing pasta (and other deliciousness) shop!!
Danielle Glantz makes pasta in 10 to 12 shapes each day at her shop, Pastaio Via Corta, in Gloucester. PHOTO BY JINTARA NUTPRASAS
Cedar Rock Gardens is an 18-acre farm located at 229 Concord Street in West Gloucester. The flower and veggie farm is owned and operated by Tucker Smith and Elise Jillson. Last year was their first in business with hours open to the public and it’s so exciting to see Tucker and Elise developing their growing enterprise. This year they have expanded seedling offerings (see the “read more” at the end of this post for a complete list of plants offered) and have devoted even more fields to pick-your-own flowers .
Fields of pick-your-own tulips in a lovely array of hues. This color opens to pure carmine. See photo below.
You run into the nicest people at Cedar Rock Gardens. Captain Stefan Edick of the Schooner Adventure surveying early season offerings.
Black-capped Chickadees nesting in a hole in the old Crabapple tree.
Cedar Rock Garden’s fabulous pick-your-own tulips are the perfect anecdote to April’s rainy days. This bouquet has become more beautiful with each passing moment. Only $4.50. for a bunch of gorgeousness!
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For a complete list of flower and veggie seedlings see below. Cedar Rock Gardens is open everyday from 8am to 5pm. For more information, visit Cedar Rock Gardens website here.
Cedar Rock Gardens writes, “We are committed to providing a healthy and beautiful choice to our community in both the floral and food industry and invite you to experience the local difference. Only environmentally-sound and organic growing techniques are used at Cedar Rock Gardens. You can always rest assured that our farm produce and flowers are safe and wholesome, with a freshness that guarantees good nutrition (and the best vase life for our bouquets). We use organic fertilizers and pesticides; We are currently not certified as ‘USDA Organic’ but our practices follow organic guidelines.”
Italiano’s dinner menu-
Italiano’s lunch menu –
Italiano is located at 64 Main Street. For more information, call 978-559-7638.
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Congratulations to Deo and Paula Braga, and their son Dominick, for the grand opening of the Braga’s newest venture, the restaurant Italiano. Today’s joyful ribbon cutting ceremony was attended by Mayor Sefatia, Ken and Kerry from the Chamber, family, friends, and Barry Pett, who was representing Senator Bruce Tarr. Located at 64 Main Street, Italiano is serving lunch and dinner daily in an elegant yet child friendly atmosphere. The menu looks delicious and the staff are simply terrific. For information about hours and seating call 978-559-7638.
Snapshots from this morning’s ribbon cutting ceremony.
Mayor Sefatia sharing history about Gloucester’s Militello family photo, circa 1952
Jon Olinto from b.good Family Foundation presents a check to Lara Lepionka and Meg Stratton for $35,000.00.
Lara Lepionka, Backyard Growers executive director shares,
Lara Lepionka, Backyard Growers executive, director writes,
Thank you everyone for all your support this week! We’re doing a final push on this last day of voting for Backyard Growers to win $35K. Voting closes at 11:59 tonight! Please share this opportunity with your networks—so appreciated! Vote here: http://www.bgoodfamilyfoundation.com/35k-grant-vote/
Lara
Photos courtesy Backyard Growers Facebook page
For More Info-
http://www.rudderrestaurant.com
Facebook- @TheRudderRestaurant
73 Rocky Neck Ave,
Gloucester MA
978-283-7967
PASSPORT’S APRIL WINE DINER MENU
Presented by Nick Defasio from MS Walker
1st Course – Butter poached halibut, marinated tomato, and fresh orange, paired with Freemark Abbey Chardonnay (2014).
2nd Course – Duck confit stuffed mushroom, paired with Landmark Overlook Pinot Noir (2014).
3rd Course – Lamb Porterhouse, grilled polenta, garlic portabellas, and Romesco sauce, paired with Obsidian Ridge Cabernet Sauvignon (2014).
4th Course – Strawberries and buttermilk biscuit shortcake, paired with Banshee Rose (2016).
$45.00 per person plus tax and gratuity.
Good Morning Gloucester 