Da Ruddah

Yep Every Bit As Good As It Looks. Check  It!

http://www.rudderrestaurant.com/

Dinner Dealer Card of The Week-Alchemy We used our first one today at Lat 43

If you’re feeling a little adventurous for dinner tonight, or want to make a great first impression on a first date — swing into Alchemy’s Bistro. Their inventive and creative menu will keep you coming back for more.

Or maybe you’d prefer a warm intimate atmosphere by the fire while sipping a cocktail or drinking a beer from their impressive selection of ales and brews. Alchemy is the type of place where you can retreat from the stresses of everyday life, slow down and recharge those batteries. At the same time, you can also pull together your friends for a fun night out at Alchemy and share a bunch of their amazing small plates—Tapas style! 

With produce and meats locally sourced, Alchemy’s menu is designed to highlight and celebrate the flavors of the season. Long story short, you have to go. But don’t just take our word for it, check out their online ratings . . .

Yelp — 4.5 out of 5 stars (110 Reviews)

Trip Advisor — 4 out of 5 stars (95 Reviews)

Open Table — 4.4 out of 5 stars (127 Reviews)

Need we say more?! Shuffle through your Dinner Dealer deck of cards, and find the $10 off coupon to Alchemy. Now, go and eat! 

www.DinnerDealer.com
DINE OUT. DINE LOCAL. DINE OFTEN.

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What? You don’t have a deck yet? No worries! You can get ’em online.

FYI, Dinner Dealer has teamed up with 5—women-owned—North Shore businesses to create an amazing Mother’s Day Gift Set ( including *bonus coupon* to Mamie’s Kitchen )! Order yours by Thursday, May 9 to receive in time for Mum’s Day. 

Check it out at https://www.DinnerDealer.com/Mom

Patricia Conant Digs The Blue Lobster In Rockport

Patricia writes-

Awesome breakfast at the Blue Lobster.  Light fluffy omelets, crispy home fries and a view to die for!!  They are open for breakfast, lunch and dinner!

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Death Row Meal

With the overwhelming popularity of The Death Row Sub Post we roll out the Death Row Meal Post.

Same concept-

For this post to be successful you would leave a comment on it explaining what your choice would be.

If you were on Death Row on Cape Ann.  Going to be executed that night and the executioner gives you an option for one meal from any restaurant in town which meal would it be and from which joint?

Place your answer in the comment section below this post.

To leave a comment look directly below the post for the link that either says “Leave a comment” or “Comments with a number before it” ie: 21 Comments,  letting you know how many comments have already been left on that post

So many great options to choose from but I’m thinking it would have to be The Lobster Risotto at Duckworth’s Bistrot.

The Weathervane Prime Rib

The Weathervane in Hamilton is always packed for dinner and for good reason, the place delivers consistently great food at reasonable prices.  Go for lunch and treat yourself to even better value.

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Topside Grill 5th Annual Kentucky Derby Party!!

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The Topside Grill would like to invite you toour 5th annual Kentucky Derby Party!!!

Come by and enjoy th excitement! We will be serving Mint Juleps, Maple Brown Sugar Bourbon, & Kentucky Hot Brown Sandwiches. Every year gets bigger and better, so join us for he best 2 minutes in Sports! Party starts at 4:00pm Get there early to secure your spot at the bar!

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Best Dressed Contest!

Wear you Big floppy hats, your sundresses, your popped collars, your boat shoes, your sweater wrapped around your neck or whatever else you think will get you to win our prize. Prior gifts have been rafts, Sox tickets, Cooler’s, Liquor baskets, ad gift certificates. Bring your bessed outfit!

Lot’s of give aways!, Raffles, Cash Prizes, & other fun contests!!

Come see what all the fun is about and why everyone keeps talking aboutthe Kentucky Derby!!!

This year we will also be doing the Preakness andThe Belmont stakes. There’s noexcuse o miss this party…but if for some crazy reason you can’t make it, Come to theother two Saturday May 18th & Saturday June 8th!!!

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Death Row Sub

For this post to be successful you would leave a comment on it explaining what your choice would be.

So yesterday I had Chamber CEO Robert Heidt in for a podcast and I posed a simple question that I think I’ll make a regular feature with all my upcoming guests-

If you were on Death Row in Gloucester MA.  Going to be executed that night and the executioner gives you an option for one Submarine Sandwich from any Sub Shop In town which sub would it be and from which joint?

Place your answer in the comment section below this post.

To leave a comment look directly below the post for the link that either says “Leave a comment” or “Comments with a number before it” ie: 21 Comments,  letting you know how many comments have already been left on that post

Mine would be a Nor’Easter From Virgilios with prosciutto added.

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Virgilios, in the heart of Gloucester’s Beautiful West End.

click for the interactive map-

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Dinner Dealer | Local Card of the Week — Riverside Bistro

Dinner Dealer guru Jessica Brand writes-

You’ve been driving by it day in and day out, waiting patiently for the "season" to start. Well, it’s here folks! Riverside Bistro is officially open for business. Nestled along the Essex River, you get an unadulterated view of the landscape (arguably the best on Rt. 133). Go for the drinks. Go for the food. Go for the vista. Go for the sunset. Seriously, what more could you ask for? Dinner Dealer is proud to offer a $10 off coupon to the Riverside Bistro — and it’s valid on weekends too!

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Here’s what you should do . . . Call up some friends and make reservations for 6:30 p.m. on the deck. Bring your Dinner Dealer coupon with you. Order the individually crafted mojitos along with their new coconut shrimp appetizer (with the mango dipping sauce). If fresh mojitos aren’t your cup of tea, their Professional Mixologist can design a specialty cocktail to your liking. Their Cruzan (infused rum) drink list is killer.
As you and your loved ones enjoy the ultimate Riverside Bistro dining experience out on the deck with the boats going by, let the beauty of the sunset take your breath away. Pause, and savor this moment.

Riverside Bistro • 112 Main Street
978-890-7019www.facebook.com/RiversideBistroEssex

Don’t have a $10 off coupon to Riverside Bistro yet?
Jump online now, and get your Dinner Dealer deck of discount cards • www.DinnerDealer.com

Dine Out. Dine Local. Dine Often.

Beach Gourmet’s Open Chef’s Table – Sunday, April 28th

Open Chef’s Table – Sunday, April 28th

(The last table sold out within 24 hours)!

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Please join us for Beach Gourmet’s

Open Chef’s Table

(You can sign up for one place or all 12)

MENU

Hors d’oeuvres

Broiled Shrimp Cocktail

Pear and Blue Cheese Tartlet

Wine: Labrandi Ciro Rosato, Calabria, Italy

Starter
Spring Greens with Roasted Pear, Blue Cheese, Toasted Pecan, and White Wine Vinaigrette

Wine: Weingut St. Urbans-Hof Trochen Riesling Kabinett "Wiltinger"

Entrée
Spiced Duck Breast with Savory Bread Pudding, Plums Sauce and Roasted Spring Vegetables

Wine: Radio-Coteau Savoy Vineyard Pinot Noir, 2009

(A wine typically exclusive to America’s finest restaurants, 94 pts. in Tanzer’s International Wine Cellar)

Dessert

Warm Apple Gallette With Sea Salted Caramel Ice Cream

Wine: Chateau Climens Barzac

Visit Beach Gourmet and Savour Wine and Cheese

76 Prospect St. 978 282-1455

Dinner Dealer Local Card of The Week

DinnerDealer_CalasWhen dining at Cala’s you’re guaranteed to run into someone you know. With such a fun and inviting atmosphere, locals enjoy coming to Cala’s for the good food, drink, and company. Night after night, these guys are always bustling with diners — even in the middle of January! If you’re reading this and have never been to Cala’s, we suggest you fix that right away. Don’t miss out! Get your $10 off Dinner Dealer coupon, call your buddies, and get over to Manchester tonight. At least for right now (during the off-season) you’ll have better luck getting a decent parking spot, right?!

Cala’s • 7 Beach Street • www.CalasRestaurant.com

Don’t have a $10 off coupon to Cala’s?
Hurry up and grab a Dinner Dealer deck online! www.DinnerDealer.com

Dine Out. Dine Local. Dine Often.

Rudder Opening For The 2013 Season This Thursday April 18th!

Besides Having The Most Beautiful Room To Dine In Gloucester the Rudder Also Has A pretty Good Web Presence.

Check Out Their Site For All The Details- www.rudderrestaurant.com

The Rudder is available for private functions 7 days a week. Contact Greg
Halle the event coordinator if you would like to book your special function.

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For more information on the hours of operation, private functions and
social media visit www.rudderrestaurant.com."

You want great food, comfortable friendly service, the best music in Naples and reasonable prices? It’s Weekend Willie’s!

Located in the Heart Of Naples we went after the beach.  The food is fantastic, the service friendly and on point. 
Must try dish- the chicken marsala.

They get everything right in a relaxed atmosphere. Never pretentious, just right for a meal with family and friends.
Highly recommended!

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Here’s Willy

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Check it out online- http://www.weekendwillies.com/

After a Long Hiatus 25 Cent Wings Are Back At Cape Ann Brewing on Tuesdays!

Their wings are my favorite in town.

Served Crispy with a variety of dipping sauces.  25 cents on Tuesdays.

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The Rudder Opens April 18th!

Besides Having The Most Beautiful Room To Dine In Gloucester the Rudder Also Has A pretty Good Web Presence.

Check Out Their Site For All The Details- www.rudderrestaurant.com

The Rudder is available for private functions 7 days a week. Contact Greg
Halle the event coordinator if you would like to book your special function.

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For more information on the hours of operation, private functions and
social media visit www.rudderrestaurant.com."

Dinner Dealer The Interview

If you have some type of organization that does an annual fundraiser having your kids sell Dinner Dealer Decks is a total no-brainer.

http://www.dinnerdealer.com/

Think about this-  Instead of your kid selling raffle tickets for $25 a pop and the person they sell them to begrudgingly holds it against you and hates you for putting you on the spot by sending their bratty kid to hit you up for $25 which they will probably never win anything from, the kid sells them a Dinner Dealer Deck.  The supporter pays $25 but after just a couple uses they guaranteed get their money back and then after that they continue to make money from the savings in the deck.   Out of the sale of the deck the organization keeps $10.  The restaurant that offers the great savings gets the business from you coming into their restaurant.

Wins all the way around and best of all your kid is selling something that is actually going to make the supporter money in savings!

Total, complete no-brainer!

Over $300 Savings In Each Deck

What’s more fun than shuffling through a deck of cards full of great discounts to local restaurants? Brand new to the North Shore, Dinner Dealer is dishing out deals to residents in and around the region. Not only will diners get great savings — over $300 — with these cards, they will enjoy dining at a great variety of local restaurants. Retailing for only $25, Dinner Dealer is designed to stimulate commerce within the community and inspire consumers to dine out, dine local, and dine often. It’s a win-win for both the diners and these delicious establishments. Additionally, $1 will be donated back to a local food pantry for each deck sold.

Decks can be purchased online at www.DinnerDealer.com. Don’t forget to get mom a deck for Mother’s Day! And, be sure to tell them Joey sent you.

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Love the small discreet size of the decks, easy to slip in your pocket or keep in your glove box or for the ladies inside your purse.

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Open Table Dinner With Beach Gourmet and Wine Tasting Machines At Savour Wine and Cheese

Check out www.beach-gourmet.com for more information on the Open Table Concept

Welcome to the Beach Gourmet and Savour Wine and Cheese Chef’s Table

The Chef’s Table is a great way to extend our hospitality to clients for private tastings and classes. Our antique, hand-crafted table seats up to twelve people comfortably and is uniquely located inside Savour Wine and Cheese, adjacent to the Beach Gourmet exhibition kitchen. Guests at the table experience an exclusive private dining experience with a menu that is designed specifically to compliment the wine pairing.

These events are typically booked for private parties and are not open to the public; however we periodically open the table to reservation on a first-come, first-served basis. The Community Chef’s Table is a great way to meet new people who share a love of good food and wine or who simply want a change from the fast paced restaurant scene.

Your personal dining experience begins when you arrive at Savour Wine and Cheese for hors d’oeuvre and wine tasting using the Napa Technologies dispensing system. Dinner follows shortly afterward, when you join your dining companions at the table for a four-course meal, each course paired with complimentary tasting-portion of wines selected by our in-house expert, Kathleen Erickson.

SAMPLE MENU

Before placing your order, please inform your server if a person in your party has a food allergy.

Hors d’oeuvre

Cheddar and Gruyere Shortbread

Sausage Stuffed Mushroom Cap

Wine: Marc Hebrart Premier Cru

Blanc de Blanc Champagne

(Tasting at Wine Machines)

Starter

New England Crab Cake with Spring Greens Julienne Vegetables and House Dressing

Wine: Hirsch Heligenstein Gruner Veltliner

Kammern/ Kamptal

Entrée

Grilled Lamb Chop with Oven Roasted Brussel Sprouts, Pan-Fried Red Bliss Potato and Jus

Wine: Prado Enea Gran Reserva

2005 Muga Rioja

Dessert

Grand Marnier Bavarian Cream Tart

Wine: Tre Monti Casa Lola

Albana di Romana Passito

Watch the website and Facebook for announcements of future Community Chef’s Table events. Or, sign up for our newsletter to be one of the first to know about these exciting evenings.

Do not delay in making your reservations. Community Chef’s Table events tend to sell-out very quickly.

The price range is typically $75 to $90 per guest (MA Meals Tax and gratuity not included). A credit card or check is needed to hold your place, but will not be processed until the day of the event. As this is such a small gathering, we must charge for no-shows or cancellations within the 24 hours prior to the event. Just call and let us know prior to the 24-hour deadline if your plans change.

We look forward to sharing a great evening with you!

Owner Kathleen Erickson Gives Us a Demonstration Of The Wine Tasting Machines-

While at The Beach Gourmet Open Table Dinner Sunday night Kathleen Erickson Paired Incredible wines with the equally delicious dinner served by Chef Matthew Beach.

When they hold their next Open Table Dinner do not hesitate to sign up.  It’s such a hit there’s no way these don’t sell out every time.

By Golly I Believe I’ve Figured Out A Way To Get Heroin Addicts Off The Junk and It’s Called Bacon Marmalade

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As you may know Passports Restaurant is nominated for the best Burger in North Shore Magazine’s BONS Awards.  You can vote for them here

Jeremy at Passports has developed a drug so powerful I’m fairly confident that it can be used to wean addicts off of heroin.   It’s called Bacon Marmalade.

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Bacon Freakin’ Marmalade.

So here’s what you gotta do-

You sit the addict down at a table and you offer them a teeny tiny taste of one of the Bacon Marmalade burgers at Passports.  Then you give them two options-

Option A) Finish off the Bacon Marmalade Burger

Option B) Heroin.

I’m certain that once the addict tries the Bacon Marmalade Burger they’ll opt for the burger a hundred times out of a hundred.