Wishing You a Merry Christmas 2022

Posted on by Pat D

My small gift to you is a simple recipe to liven up your holiday libations. I have recently discovered Chandon (pronounced with a soft CH and pursed lips…not a hard CH like chowder…think Paris, not Boston. I mention this because I got some side-eye looks and barely civil correction before I learned better). But I digress a bit. I discovered Chandon Garden Spritz, a sparkling wine with traces or bitters and oranges. It’s become a favorite despite being a little difficult to find locally.

I make ice cubes out of cranberry pomegranate juice using orange chunks, rosemary springs and fresh cranberries. These ice cubes are festive and tasty in the Spritz drink. I call it Itsy Bitsy Ritzy Spritz just to amuse myself. I’m sure they would liven up most drinks that need a little ice.

Although difficult to find locally, I do find it at Mile Marker One restaurant so kudos to them! They even have cute little Chandon Garden Spritz pillows decorating some furniture. So, in addition to the fine menu offerings for your meals, there are also very fine offerings behind the bar. The ice cubes are my own though……try it! Merry Christmas to you all and thank you for your continued support of the blog and the podcast. Although we are not broadcasting today, we hope to “see” you again soon.

Happy Holidays from a couple of Herons in Magnolia

Posted on by Donna Ardizzoni

On Tuesday evening right before sunset there were two Herons flying and making a cool noise and then they landed in the rocks.  Cold not get any closer but they stood there letting me take their photo.

George’s Offering The Ol’ Free $10 Gift Card On Every $50 You Spend On Gift Cards Deal

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

I’ll never not share these.

20% savings on a joint you know you’re gonna go to throughout the year is 20% in your pocket.

Storm Video Shorts from Dec 23 2022

Posted on by Pat D

The recent storm battled extreme high tides, left many without power, and generally soaked the city. Although the temperatures were fairly mild, the wind was fierce. The skies changed quickly from dark clouds to spots of sun here and there and back to threatening again. I hope these video shorts demonstrate the waves, the skies and the general atmosphere about 3 hours after the morning high tide. As the temperatures dropped drastically overnight and many of us are waiting for our Christmas Eve festivities, perhaps you will enjoy these scenes from yesterday.

2022 Good Morning Gloucester Shop Local Series- Beauport Boutique at The Beauport Hotel

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Kate and I are going to feature one or two local places to buy holiday gifts each day highlighting the fact that there’s no need to buy your presents online or trudge up to the mall.

There’s excellent places to shop right here in Gloucester.

Previous videos:

2022 GOOD MORNING GLOUCESTER SHOP LOCAL SERIES-FIREFLIES

2022 GOOD MORNING GLOUCESTER SHOP LOCAL SERIES- TOODLEOOS

2022 GOOD MOORNING GLOUCESTER SHOP LOCAL SERIES LOCAL COLORS

2022 GOOD MOORNING GLOUCESTER SHOP LOCAL SERIES MYSTERY TRAIN

2022 GOOD MOORNING GLOUCESTER SHOP LOCAL SERIES- GOODLINENS STUDIO

2022 GOOD MOORNING GLOUCESTER SHOP LOCAL SERIES- MARK ADRIAN SHOES

2022 GOOD MOORNING GLOUCESTER SHOP LOCAL SERIES- SWEATS OF GLOUCESTER

2022 GOOD MOORNING GLOUCESTER SHOP LOCAL SERIES- BOOKSTORE OF GLOUCESTER

2022 GOOD MOORNING GLOUCESTER SHOP LOCAL SERIES- BRASS MONKEY

2022 GOOD MOORNING GLOUCESTER SHOP LOCAL SERIES- CAPE ANN OLIVE OIL

2022 GOOD MOORNING GLOUCESTER SHOP LOCAL SERIES- DESIGN OF MINE

2022 GOOD MOORNING GLOUCESTER SHOP LOCAL SERIES- BANANAS

2022 GOOD MORNING GLOUCESTER SHOP LOCAL SERIES-POP GALLERY

2022 GOOD MORNING GLOUCESTER SHOP LOCAL SERIES-SAMPLE THIS

2022 GOOD MORNING GLOUCESTER SHOP LOCAL SERIES-PASTAIO VIA CORTA

2022 GOOD MORNING GLOUCESTER SHOP LOCAL SERIES- SHORE NUTRITION

2022 GOOD MORNING GLOUCESTER SHOP LOCAL SERIES- THE DRESS CODE

2022 GOOD MORNING GLOUCESTER SHOP LOCAL SERIES- MERMAID TALES

2022 GOOD MORNING GLOUCESTER SHOP LOCAL SERIES- FLOTING LOTUS

2022 GOOD MORNING GLOUCESTER SHOP LOCAL SERIES- BLUE RIVER DIAMONDS

2022 GOOD MORNING GLOUCESTER SHOP LOCAL SERIES- SUPER CUTE BOUTIQUE

2022 GOOD MORNING GLOUCESTER SHOP LOCAL SERIES- ALEXANDRA’S BREAD

2022 GOOD MORNING GLOUCESTER SHOP LOCAL SERIES- NELSON’S

2022 GOOD MORNING GLOUCESTER SHOP LOCAL SERIES- MACDADDY COMPUTERS

2022 GOOD MORNING GLOUCESTER SHOP LOCAL SERIES- BEX MINI LOBSTER TRAP TREES

2022 GOOD MORNING GLOUCESTER SHOP LOCAL SERIES- LOBSTER TRAP GIFTS

2022 GOOD MORNING GLOUCESTER SHOP LOCAL SERIES- PAULINE’S GIFTS

2022 GOOD MORNING GLOUCESTER SHOP LOCAL SERIES- HOUSE OF THE RAVEN

2022 GOOD MORNING GLOUCESTER SHOP LOCAL SERIES- SAVOUR WINE AND CHEESE

2022 GOOD MORNING GLOUCESTER SHOP LOCAL SERIES- SHACKTEAU INTERIORS

2022 GOOD MORNING GLOUCESTER SHOP LOCAL SERIES- THE WEATHERVANE

2022 GOOD MORNING GLOUCESTER SHOP LOCAL SERIES- CAPE ANN GICLEE

2022 GOOD MORNING GLOUCESTER SHOP LOCAL SERIES- GLOUCESTER HOUSE GIFT SHOP

2022 GOOD MORNING GLOUCESTER SHOP LOCAL SERIES- ALL PURPOSE FLOWERS

2022 GOOD MORNING GLOUCESTER SHOP LOCAL SERIES- SHOP LORO

2022 GOOD MORNING GLOUCESTER SHOP LOCAL SERIES- TURTLE ALLEY

2022 GOOD MORNING GLOUCESTER SHOP LOCAL SERIES- DETALI & TEHILLAS

2022 GOOD MORNING GLOUCESTER SHOP LOCAL SERIES- TONNO

2022 GOOD MORNING GLOUCESTER SHOP LOCAL SERIES- DOWN RIVER PAPER

2022 GOOD MORNING GLOUCESTER SHOP LOCAL SERIES- MILE MARKER ONE GIFT SHOP

2022 GOOD MORNING GLOUCESTER SHOP LOCAL SERIES- FOSTERS GRILL STORE