Category: Eats

The Burnham’s Field Gardener Series Part III- Gina Curcuru

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

The Burnham’s Field Gardener Series Part III

 Burnham’s Field is the largest green space in central Gloucester. Recently there’s been a resurgence of pride in Burnham’s Field, including a new 20-plot garden. GoodMorningGloucester is now running a series of video profiles of the Burnham’s Field Community Gardeners. Here are their stories.

 From John McElhenny

 Burnham’s Field Gardener – Gina Curcuru

 Gina Curcuru reveals her secret technique for keeping birds out of her garden and her strong family ties to Gloucester’s most famous holiday. “Emotionally it’s a good thing to grow something from seed,” she says.

Tasting Board At Cape Ann Brewing

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

No need to be intimidated, get yourself a tasting flight and discover which ones you like best.

For more check out the website- CapeAnnBrewingDSC05216

A Great Deal from LaRosa’s

Posted on by Sharon

Get $25 a Gift Certificate for only $10!

I was talking to  LaRosa’s owner Terry LoJacono yesterday and he told me about this great deal at restaurant.com.

Joey, he wanted me to let you know the lobster stew you love will be on the menu all summer!! Come on down!!

Cape Ann Farmers’ Market – Backyard Growers Program FUN PAGES / RESOURCES webpage!

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Lara Lepionka writes-

Dear Backyard Growers and All Who Love Growing Things:

I would like to officially announce the Backyard Growers Program’s FUN PAGES / RESOURCES webpage!

http://www.capeannfarmersmarket.org/backyard-growers/resources.html

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One of our very own Backyard Growers, Phoebe Potts, has created the Backyard Growers FUN PAGES – a simple, visual guide to the basics of starting a raised bed vegetable garden in the city. Enjoy the adorable little shape people as they happily lead you to the joy and fulfillment of growing your own food! Hurray Phoebe! You are a true believer in the cause!

And then scroll down to the RESOURCES section, which will link you to local and mail-away suppliers, websites where you can learn more gardening information, and our partners’ websites.

Please forward this along!

Thanks – Lara Lepionka, Backyard Growers Coordinator

The FUN PAGES / RESOURCES webpage was made possible through a grant from the Sparkplug Foundation.

Gloucester Diner Features The Luongo Last Meal Special In Support Of The Bruins

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Dave Tucker Describes The Ingredients For The Luongo Last Meal Special At Tucker’s Farm Family Diner

Wait Til You Hear The Ingredients 🙂

Go B’s!

Adam Bolonsky Likes Bluefish

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Adam Writes-

Time for a throwdown!
Who says bluefish are oily? Not me! Gut and bleed blues in the boat and you’ve got the best-tasting fillets ever.
Check out the red and pink dots and lateral line in this one-day old catch ready for the grill

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I don’t know about the best tasting fillets ever.  I can name about 5 fish fillets off the top of my head I’d rather eat.

My top 5-

  1. Whiting
  2. Grey Sole
  3. Haddock
  4. Yellowtail Flounder
  5. Ocean Catfish

News from the Topside Grill

Posted on by Joanne

Hey everyone,

I wanted to check in and let you know about a few things going on at The Topside 🙂 First off, beginning tonight, the lovely Elizabeth is back behind the bar! She will be here tonight and every Saturday pairing up with the infamous Antoine slinging drinks and serving our delicious menu. Friday nights will have Kristie and Jennifer behind the bar to make sure every weekend night is filled with bartenders to fulfill all your thirsty requests!
Don’t forget we serve Sunday Brunch every week, now with live Jazz entertainment!

Tomorrow we will feature Julie Dougherty from 11:00am until 2:00pm.

Gloucester’s most delicious eggs Benedict, Kahlua  French Toast, Huevos Rancheros, Corned Beef Hash, Scrambled eggs and Ham, and more! Also, $5 Bloody Mary’s, Mimosa’s, and Passion Flower (pineapple, pomegranate, and vodka)!
Also, every Tuesday is Oyster Night! $1.50 Blue Point Oysters on the half shell. Also feat. Oyster Casino, Rockefeller, fried oysters, oyster stew and more!
We also offer $5 Happy Hour appetizers from 4-6 Monday-Friday. Nachos, buffalo wings, potato skins, fried mac&cheese, veggie egg rolls, baked stuffed clams, Jalepeno poppers, liver & bacon, and Jalepeno chilli cheese fries. Don’t forget, our 14oz Margaritas are always just $4.95. See you soon!!! What are you up to tonight?!?!?

Thanks,

Doug Silva
General Manager
Topside Grill
50 Rogers St.
Gloucester, MA
(978) 281-1399
www.topsidegrill.com

Ever been to Heath’s Tea Room? I’ve been twice and going back again.

Posted on by Joanne

About two weeks ago I was out for a ride with my husband. He wanted to chill before going back to work. So, around the back shore we went to take in the scenery. We went to check on The Beauport Museum but they were not open. We did go back when they were and it was excellent. A while later, it was time to eat and we were going through Rockport and I suggested Heath’s Tea room. The rest is  history. Funny, I didn’t think that a man would be interested in such a place but I was proven wrong. The decor is elegant and it makes you feel like you are somewhere in England. The service is so personable. When we got there, Fatima greeted us and showed us to our table.

The waitress came and took our order. I had the blueberry tea; it was mild and delicious. Take note of the photos and check out the sugar cube tongs and china- fancy! I could not stop looking around the room. This time had to be documented with photos and so it was. I ordered Shepherd’s Pie. It was so good and the portion was to much for me that I had to take about half of it home. It was so funny, Mike came up and asked me if anything was wrong. I said,yes, it was terrible. I was joking! No way could I eat all that at once. It was the best I ever had in my life. Real succulent beef chunks. My mouth is watering just thinking about it.  My husband had the turkey sandwich. Let me tell you, that was tantalization for the taste buds, and that’s what I am having next time I go back, for sure. We shared a cranberry walnut scone with chocolate drizzle and a scoop of vanilla ice cream on the side for dessert. What a way to top off a meal! Melt in your mouth!

Fatima and her daughter Kim were at another table, and asked if we wanted to go see Mike in the kitchen. I said sure, and my husband was interested in the chef’s side of it. Mike is a dear friend who has a band called Mike O’Connell and The Backstabbers. I love them. Check ’em out. http://www.myspace.com/mikeoconnellmusic He writes some pretty mean songs and the band’s covers are unreal. They are playing at Lat 43 Thursday night, June 9th.

Ok, back to Heath’s. Mike was so happy to have us he even put on his chef’s jacket. The refrigerator has Mike’s heros on it. Sometime if you are lucky you can hear Mike imitating them. Hey Moe and a Yuk, yuk, yuk!

http://heathstearoom.com/

Here is the sideshow. http://www.flickr.com/photos/joey_grl/sets/72157626793853325/show/

Enjoy!

Joanne

Lobster Pool Restaurant

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Dog friendly, family oriented, BYOB with unparalleled sunset views, the Lobster pool has a  lot going for it.  Simple, fresh, timeless- The Lobster Pool.

video coming tomorrow

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click the map for directions

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