food and beverage

September 24, 2020
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Eat Drink Explore
Food

5 Diners North of Boston to Try This Weekend

by joeyphoenix
by Day Bugler of Eat, Drink, Explore Diners have a way of creating cult followings. Word of mouth always seems to spread like wildfire when there is a good diner in town. Beyond the food experience, I love people watching at diners. It’s so fun to watch thee waitresses call regulars by their first name while walking over with drink
September 24, 2020
August 13, 2020
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Food
Salem

Need Veggies, Pickles, Fresh Air? The Salem Farmer’s Market Has Got You Covered

by joeyphoenix
Images and Story by Joey Phoenix The Salem Farmer’s Market has been operating with business (mostly) as usual for the past month. It’s open Thursdays from 3-7. Having temporarily moved from its home in Derby Square to the parking lot at the Bentley School off Memorial Drive, the market is still brimming with fresh veggies, creative pickles, and many other
August 13, 2020
August 3, 2020
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Business
COVID-19

Grab a Drink on the Patio at Bit Bar This Thursday August 6th

by joeyphoenix
Bit Bar, one of Salem’s favorite restaurants and barcades re-opens this Thursday, August 6th. And while the game room won’t be open at first, the 800+ square feet patio will be. Plus, starting the week, your dogs will also be welcome to hang out with you while you grab a drink, some wings, and some tetris tots in the shade.
August 3, 2020
June 29, 2020
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Eat Drink Explore
Food

The Chaos Within – Eat, Drink, Explore with Day and Phil Bugler

by joeyphoenix
Daybar and Phillip Bugler, along with their son Phil Bugler IV – aka Burrito –  are the hosts of the Eat Drink Explore Podcast, a podcast celebrating the best of the North Shore’s food scene and the chefs, sommeliers, bakers, baristas, and front of house staff that make those experiences possible. Excited by the sights, smells, and flavors of the
June 29, 2020
March 31, 2020
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With Cherries

5 Recipes from …with Cherries to Try This Week

by joeyphoenix
Recipes originally posted on …with Cherries Tired of takeout? (As if!) But sometimes it’s nice to spend time preparing a delicious home-cooked meal (and eating it!). Lucky for you, food blogger …with Cherries has created some top-notch recipes for you to try this week. Enjoy! LEFTOVER PORK RAMEN This is certainly not a traditional ramen, but it is a great
March 31, 2020
March 31, 2020
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Eat Drink Explore
Food

Eat Drink Explore Podcast – Interview with Kelsey Tenore and Scott Lefler of Ledger, Salem – Part 1

by joeyphoenix
From Eat Drink Explore Phil is finally back! We team up to interview Kelsey Tenore, General Manager at the Ledger and Scott Lefler the Wine director to discuss how the front of house in a restaurant is at the frontlines of the guest experience. Our goal during this episode is to understand the importance of Kelsey and Scott’s roles &
March 31, 2020
January 27, 2020
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Food
Podcasts

Eat Drink Explore: Nick Harron of Rev Kitchen

by joeyphoenix
From Eat Drink Explore In this episode, we talk with Nick Harron, owner of Rev Kitchen and Bar. He teaches us how to hire and staff for success. Nick also shares many learning moments he’s had over the years. Listen to this episode for inspiration and to hear what passion sounds like. Why Support Creative North Shore? Help us Prevent
January 27, 2020