Putnam Pantry
Putnam Pantry is the place for all of your candy, ice cream, and chocolate needs. As the North Shore’s signature homemade candy maker, this third-generation family owned business is bound to have you coming back for more. Need a gift for the holidays? We ship candy anywhere and if you’re thinking of a gift for the people in your office, candy is perfect. Our gift certificates make great gifts! Putnam Pantry, 255 Newbury Street, Danvers, 978-774-2383, putnampantry.com
I Dream of Jeanne Cakes
Bring some sweet magic to your holiday table this year! Let I Dream of Jeanne Cakes provide luscious desserts and treats for your special meals and holiday parties or a festively decorated gingerbread house centerpiece. Our holiday menu includes tarts, cheesecakes, tortes and our famous gingerbread men cookies that you won’t find anywhere else. I Dream of Jeanne Cakes, 978-869-6013, jtcakes.com
Local Farm Fresh Ingredients
Scratch Kitchen is a quality-driven restaurant with a focus on re- gional and local, farm-fresh ingredients. We feature house smoked meats, homemade: bacon, breads, condiments and pickles. We believe in helping our regional and local producers by showcasing their efforts to the best of our abilities in creating dishes that let their hard work stand forward. Enjoy. Scratch Kitchen, 245 Derby Street, Salem, 978-741-2442, scratchkitchensalem.com
Donatello Restaurant – Italian Done Right
The Dicenso Family is proud to have one of the North Shore’s finest authentic Italian restaurants. Featuring classic Italian dishes at a great value. Open for lunch and dinner, come join us and experience the award-winning taste of Donatello. Featuring an extensive wine list, beautiful banquet rooms for your special occasions, and a comfortable bar. We look forward to serving you soon. Donatello Restaurant, 44 Broadway, Rt. One, North Saugus, 781-233-9975, donatello-restaurant.com
Give the Gift of Gourmet Homemade Caramels!
Caramels de Bouchard caramels are hand made to order with only natural ingredients from a recipe handed down several generations. With flavors like “Belle Face”, “Black n Tan” and Caramels de Mer” you cannot resist. We can make special orders for events, corporate gifts and holiday gifts like our caramel of the month. Caramels de Bouchard, caramelsdebouchard.com
‘Tis the Season for Peppermint!
Winfrey’s, vanilla buttercream sprinkled with crushed peppermint, dark chocolate covered double stuffed oreos, classic peppermint bark all pepperminted for the holidays! New this year, peppermint kissed toffee. Buttery crisp toffee coated in rich dark chocolate, dipped in white chocolate with just a kiss of crushed peppermint to finish it off. Six locations on the North Shore. Winfrey’s Fine Confections, 978-948-7448, winfreys.com
Paradiso Ristorante
Need help planning? Let us do the work and host your gatherings with us! Competitive prices, several options, and peace of mind. We also offer a wide selection of party trays to bring to your holiday get-togethers and are sure to be the talk of the party. You won’t find a better deal else where, so call now to book a function or place a catering order. Paradiso Ristorante, 15 Railroad Avenue, Swampscott, 781-581-7552, paradisoristorante.net
Nguyen’s Vietnamese Cuisine & Sushi Bar
Nguyen’s offers modern Vietnamese cuisine and brown rice sushi. Enjoy our romantic candle lit dining room while trying the Pho Vietnamese Noodle Soup or lemon grass spiced sirloin steak. Make it a night to remember at Nguyen’s. Nguyen’s Vietnamese Cuisine & Sushi Bar, 286 Humphrey Street, Swampscott, 781-592-0047, nguyenscuisine.com
Bringing The North End To The North Shore
The Oliviero family has been serving authentic Italian food for over 25 years. We pride ourselves on using the freshest ingredients and serving the finest food. We are the Gold Regional Award Winner of five Readers’ Choice awards for #1 Italian Restaurant for two years running (Marblehead, Swampscott, Salem, Peabody, Lynn, Lynnfield)! Caffe? Italia, 10 School Street, Marblehead, 781-631-5700, caffeitaliarestaurant.com
Where the Locals Come to Dine and Unwind
One of the newest dining destinations in Salem and quickly becoming one of the favorites. Voted “Best Casual Dining Experience”, by The Salem News and “Taster Choice” for our award winning lobster rolls! Add sandwiches, carefully crafted flatbreads, and seasoned burgers and sliders that are meant to be enjoyed at the long lively bar. Now with a newly revised wine, dining, and dessert menu. Its the place to see and be seen! Longboards Restaurant & Bar, 72 Wharf Street, Salem, 978-745-6659, longboardscafe.com
D’Amici’s Bakery
D’Amici’s Bakery is the North Shore’s premier bakery for great custom cakes, as well as many delicious products like pies, pastries, cookies, breads and more. All locations feature seating and delicious unique sandwiches, wraps, soups, salads, and a variety of hot and cold coffee based craft beverages as well as fresh fruit smoothies. Visit a location near you – Melrose, Reading, and 2 in Lynn! D’Amici’s Bakery, damicis.com
New Food Destination!
Lakeview Kitchen is your new destination for fresh, luncheon paninis, soups and salads. Enjoy our intimate cafe for your baked- from-scratch scones, muffins and cookies along with your coffee, expresso or fine teas. Discover our wide variety of pastas, sauces, fine cheeses and special cured meats. Don’t forget to tour our “Chocolate Box” of international chocolates. Lakeview Kitchen, 151 South Main Street, Bradford, 978-241-9226
Angelina’s Italian Restaurant
Treat yourself and your family to a special taste of Italy serving our homemade raviolis, or hand tossed Italian gourmet pizza. You’ll also find our fresh fish dishes such as frutti d mare and scrod alla Vita. At Angelina’s it’s all about Family and the dinner table is for making memories. Book your Holiday function at Angelina’s. We also offer party trays. Angelina’s Italian Restaurant, 1866 Main Street, Tewksbury, 978-319-9573, angelinasitalianrestaurantandpizzeria.com
The Season, The Shopping, The Experience…With Us!
The Holidays! Shopping the gift list, gathering to celebrate the season. Take time-out to relax and enjoy New England’s best seafood experience, lunch and dinner. Meet with friends and colleagues to catch-up over special craft cocktails, our array of seafood appetizers, our classic oyster bars. Experience our seafood heritage, in historic Salem and Melrose. Order fresh seafood online, we overnight across USA! Turner’s Seafood at Lyceum hall, Salem, 978-745-7665, & Turner’s Grill & Market, Melrose, 781-662-0700, turners-seafood.com
Prides Crossing Confections
We’ll make your holidays “Sweet and Simple.” Drop in, order online or simply send us your shopping list. We’ll beautifully package and wrap your selections then ship them to family, friends and clients directly from the store. Just like that- You’re done, with time to enjoy the season! Celebrating 32 years of fine hand dipped chocolates and home made confections. Prides Crossing Confections, 590 Hale Street, Prides Crossing, 978-927-2185 pridescrossingconfections.com
Cafe? Piazza Dolce, Winchester
Cafe? Piazza Dolce is your premier choice for holiday parties, birthdays and catering. Their from scratch to order menu reflects the best of the old traditional fare with a modern twist such as pumpkin agnoletti with braised short rib, butternut squash ravioli, and pumpkin risotto. Dishes can be prepared to go, catering size, and even customizable menus for events. See their menu online or visit on Instagram @Cafe?piazzadolce. Cafe? Piazza Dolce, 831 Main Street, Winchester, 781-838-6092, cafepiazzadolce.com
New American Cuisine
A diverse menu influenced by French techniques, Italian flavors, and Asian spices. We offer creative appetizers, entrees and desserts in addition to a three course Prix Fixe menu at great value. Offering both on-site and off-site catering from appetizers to entre?es to desserts, we will make the perfect customized menu for you and your budget. Ohana, 151 Main Street, Gloucester, 978-283-3200, ohanacapeann.com
Bonne Bouche Caterers
Bonne Bouche custom designs your menu with your budget and tastes in mind. We take the work out of planning a celebration by managing your event, big or small, black-tie or casual. As always we use only hand-chosen, local ingredients to provide you with fresh-per-order cuisine. Sit back and relax, enjoy your party, and let us take care of every detail! Call Jen Sanford at Bonne Bouche Caterers, 978-423-7181, bonnebouchecaterers.com