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April 9, 2020
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Eat Drink Explore – Kelsey Tenore and Scott Lefler of Ledger, Salem Pt. 2

by joeyphoenix
via Eat Drink Explore Listen to Pt. 1 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 &
April 9, 2020
April 1, 2020
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Eating for Nourishment with Little Radish Provisions

by joeyphoenix
by Joey Phoenix Images courtesy of Little Radish Provisions What does it mean to eat for nourishment? It’s more than just eating healthily or choosing local and seasonal, it’s a conscious choice to treat your body with kindness and compassion. In the current environment with most people staying inside and ordering their meals online or via shopping services, nourishment can
April 1, 2020
March 31, 2020
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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 13, 2020
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Amazing Places to Get Takeout (and Drinks to Go!) North of Boston

by joeyphoenix
These are strange times. With schools canceling, events being postponed, and employers sending office workers home for the foreseeable future, people are finding themselves stuck inside being forced to cook their own food. Just imagine. Fortunately, the restaurant and service industry is still working to feed the hungry masses, making it possible for you to follow the social distancing recommendations
March 13, 2020
February 13, 2020
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Food

Eat Drink Explore: Daniel Gursha

by joeyphoenix
From Eat Drink Explore In this episode, Day sits down with Daniel Gursha of Ledger and her guest Co-host Todd Bekesha of Po’Boys and Pies in Salem. Daniel talks about his career where he is and now and the goals he has for his team. Daniel also breaks down his role as Executive Chef. Listen to this episode for inspiration.
February 13, 2020
January 28, 2020
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3 Places to Keep in Mind Now That You’ve Kickstarted Your 2020 Health and Wellness Journey

by joeyphoenix
Eat Drink Explore is on a quest to find the best drinks, restaurants, food, and products North of Boston. Follow them on Facebook or Listen to their Podcast. by Day of Eat Drink Explore DAVIDs Tea When you were making your wellness goals for 2020, Davids Tea probably didn’t cross your mind. Davids Tea is a shop that specializes in
January 28, 2020
December 12, 2019
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Food

Eat Drink North Shore visits Bambolina

by John Andrews
by @eatdrinknorthshore_explore Three reasons to Consider Bambolina When taking your family out this holiday season. We are fast approaching the Holidays. Some of us have family in town by choice, and some of us may have been under duress when agreeing to host. Both scenarios require you to entertain them while visiting on the Northshore. If deciding on a place
December 12, 2019
December 6, 2019
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Salem

Serving Up Seafood for No Kid Hungry with Ledger’s Feast of the Seven Fishes

by Felicia Cheney
by Joey Phoenix Salem’s Ledger Restaurant is in preparation for its second annual Feast of the Seven Fishes, a delicious evening of food, drink, and community right in the heart of Salem’s downtown. On Monday, December 16, 2019, chefs from Salem, Greater Boston, and Portland, ME are converging at Ledger for this exciting piscatorial endeavor.  While the feast is a
December 6, 2019
November 7, 2019
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North Shore Creative Happenings

Salem Winter Market Returns on Two Weekends this Season

by John Andrews
SALEM, MA – Salem Main Streets is pleased to announce the return of the Salem Winter Market!!  A seasonal extension of the Salem Farmers’ Market, this year’s Salem Winter Market will take place on Saturday, Nov. 23rd and Saturday, December 14th, both from 12 pm to 4 pm.  The indoor market this year will be returning to historic Old Town
November 7, 2019
August 5, 2019
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The Breakfast Connoisseur: Just Desserts

by John Andrews
by Laura Owens Breakfast is basically dessert, but in the mornings, and the whole meal. Don’t @ me on this because I’m right; I have the ‘Breakfast Connoisseur’ title and I love dessert. So, on my past journeys through downtown Salem and its restaurants, I have come across some amazing desserts and some not so good ones. Here’s what I
August 5, 2019