Tag Archives: Food

Dinner at Latitude 43

Posted on May 18, 2013 by

On Tuesday, a friend of mine was visiting from New York. He loves good food, so we had planned to head down to one of Gloucester’s fine dining locations on Main Street.  We had settled on the Franklin, but when … Continue reading →

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Easter Brunch at Olivia’s

Posted on April 1, 2013 by

Fr. John Kiley and I went to Olivia’s at Good Harbor for brunch on Easter.  The staff were dressed up for Easter: I had Grand Marnier French toast with extra crispy bacon, and Fr. John had roasted ham with potatoes … Continue reading →

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“Olivia’s by the Sea” is under new management, renovated, and almost ready to roll

Posted on March 14, 2013 by

“Olivia’s by the Sea”, formerly “Amelia’s” (near Good Harbor Beach), is under new management! It has been taken over by the same people who run the new Cape Ann Diner in Brown’s Mall.  It has been renovated, and work will … Continue reading →

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Anticipated St. Joseph Feast at Sista Felicia’s

Posted on March 11, 2013 by

  The feast of St. Joseph isn’t until the 19th, but the celebrations are getting started!  Felicia’s St. Joseph Altar was the first one I have blessed this year, and I was very happy to join the family and friends … Continue reading →

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Causeway Restaurant Delivering the GOODS!

Posted on March 3, 2013 by

Nothing else needs to be said – DELICIOUS Peter, Enza and the crew do a wonderful job preparing some of the best dishes in the area. Always a wonderful dining experience at the Causeway Restaurant.

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Nachos at the Dog Bar

Posted on February 22, 2013 by

  Delicious nachos! @ the Dog Bar.  No, I couldn’t finish it all.  Well, not the nachos.  Next time I’ll try the wings! I know, it’s Lent… but I gave up other things. – Fr. Matthew Green  

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Cape Ann Museum After Hours

Posted on January 30, 2013 by

Last Friday, the Cape Ann Museum had one of its “After Hours” events, featuring custom-made music installations in three galleries, refreshments from The Azorian restaurant, a raffle, and an artistic scavenger hunt! A good crowd showed up for the event. … Continue reading →

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Caveman Chili!

Posted on January 27, 2013 by

What hot food do they sell at The Cave? Caveman chili, of course! If those ingredients look good to you, you’ll love the way they taste! This chili is NOT your run-of-the-mill generic chili. I tried some the other day, … Continue reading →

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Cape Ann Diner follow up

Posted on November 30, 2012 by

To put my money where my mouth is, I had lunch here yesterday! Right away I was offered coffee or tea, so I opted for a hot cup of decaf tea.  The soup options for the day (my first stop … Continue reading →

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Cape Ann Diner is open in Brown’s Mall!

Posted on November 29, 2012 by

In Brown’s Mall, there is now a new cozy restaurant, the Cape Ann Diner (7 Pleasant Street)! They are currently open 7-2PM, Monday-Saturday (closed on Sunday). There aren’t big signs outside yet, but they sometimes have a sandwich board outside. The … Continue reading →

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Fred wasn’t kidding about the stuffed clams…

Posted on November 26, 2012 by

Fred wasn’t kidding when he said the stuffed clams at his gallery on Saturday were a hit. I was there early in the evening and had a couple of the clams (and ‘shrooms etc.) and I wish I could’ve made … Continue reading →

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Festa Italiana at Holy Family Parish

Posted on October 27, 2012 by

An evening of festivity Italian style Dinner & a show featuring the sounds of legendary artists Barry Mooney and friends Saturday, October 27 in the Parish Hall of St. Ann’s Church (Holy Family Parish) – parking next to St. Ann … Continue reading →

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The Gloucester Farmer’s Market continues to be amazing

Posted on September 14, 2012 by

It’s been a few weeks since I went down to the Farmer’s Market, so I couldn’t resist going yesterday to pick up some treats. Of course, I had to get some of Ma’s Brand Tomato Marmalade, which now comes in … Continue reading →

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Sing-Along on the schooner Adventure

Posted on September 5, 2012 by

On Saturday, Sept, 1, during the Schooner Festival, there was a pot-luck supper and sing-along on the schooner Adventure, docked on Rocky Neck. It was a great time!  I was there last year too, and this is the sort of … Continue reading →

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Dubliner Cheddar from The Cave

Posted on August 30, 2012 by

If you are a cheese lover, you really should stop by The Cave.  You can taste before you buy, so you can find just the right kind of cheese for whatever recipe or occasion you are planning.  They also offer … Continue reading →

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After Hours at the Cape Ann Museum

Posted on August 18, 2012 by

If you were not at the Cape Ann Museum Summer “After Hours” event last Thursday, August 16, you really missed out!  This museum is one of the under-recognized jewels in Cape Ann’s cultural crown. There was great music, great food from Alchemy, … Continue reading →

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Food Drive and Bake Sale – St. Vincent de Paul Society

Posted on August 10, 2012 by

Don’t forget this note from Helen Downey: Come join us at Shaw’s Plaza, 127 Easter Ave., Gloucester, as the members of Holy Family Parish’s St. Vincent de Paul Society conduct a “Food Drive and Bake Sale” on Saturday, August 11 … Continue reading →

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FREE Acoustic Music Festival in Rockport on Sunday

Posted on August 8, 2012 by

David Cutler, Rockport’s acoustic music impresario (yes, I used that word), has been putting together this event for 33 years! While it’s usually held in Rockport’s beautiful Millbrook Meadow, this year the event is being held at the Rockport Legion … Continue reading →

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Food Drive and Bake Sale – St. Vincent de Paul Society

Posted on August 4, 2012 by

This just in from Helen Downey: Come join us at Shaw’s Plaza, 127 Easter Ave., Gloucester, as the members of Holy Family Parish’s St. Vincent de Paul Society conduct a “Food Drive and Bake Sale” on Saturday, August 11 from … Continue reading →

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More Farmer’s Market craze

Posted on July 19, 2012 by

Thursday, 3-6:30 at Stage Fort Park! Don’t miss it! It’s not just food (as if delicious local food were not a sufficient reason to go…); there are also people selling cookbooks, pottery, and art; plus there are art activities for … Continue reading →

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Breakfast with Tomato Marmalade

Posted on July 12, 2012 by

A while back I mentioned Alexander Thompson’s delicious tomato marmalade (I mentioned it here and here).  It might sound unexpected (I had never heard of tomato marmalade before), but tomatos are fruit, and Alexander’s recipe really works.  They served it … Continue reading →

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Supper at Café Bishco

Posted on July 10, 2012 by

Café Bischo is a little restaurant at 51 Main Street. Yesterday I had supper there with a friend, and it was great as always! We ate at a table outside on the sidewalk, enjoying the sunny summer evening. I had their … Continue reading →

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The Cave, “Cheese Chocolate and Wine” – grand opening this week!

Posted on June 19, 2012 by

Remember The Cave,  ”Purveyors of Cheese, Chocolate, and Wine”, soon to open at 44 Main Street in Gloucester, covered in this post last month?  They will be having their grand opening on the evening Thursday, June 21, from 5 to 7PM. … Continue reading →

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Dad’s Night Out going on now at Bodin’s Historic Photo

Posted on June 14, 2012 by

Come and try some wine and cheese from The Cave, which will open next week at 44 Main Street! Several other places are also involved. Ask Fred and he can tell you where else to get special deals and treats … Continue reading →

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Bearskin Neck is heating up!

Posted on June 8, 2012 by

As the weather is starting to warm up, the shops, restaurants and galleries are opening up and getting down to business. I stopped by for lunch and a stroll the other day. I had lunch with friends at Top Dog … Continue reading →

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