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The Gift Of Gab

From unique wines, unusual housewares, handcrafted pottery, olive oils, and gourmet candies, Shubie’s has the holiday gifts everyone you visit will talk about all season. Shubie’s, 16 Atlantic Avenue, Marblehead, 781-631-0149, shubies.com

The Finest Ingredients

The Willow Rest provides locals and visitors alike a wonderfully expanded selection of foods and services. We use only the finest ingredients (locally grown is our first choice when seasonally available) so that we can supply you with delicious and unrivaled options. We are open for brekfast, lunch, and produce. Willow Rest, 1 Holly Street, Gloucester, 978-283-2417, willowrest.com

Bringing The North End

To The North Shore Welcome to Caffe Italia. 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. Half price appetizers every day. We are recently the recipients of the  Gold Regional Award Winner of 5 Reader’s Choice awards for #1 Italian Restaurant (Marblehead, Swampscott, Salem, Peabody, Lynn, Lynnfield)! Caffe Italia, 10 School Street, Marblehead, 781-631-5700, caffeitaliarestaurant.com

The Blue Ox

Having garnered many prestigious awards since its opening, including “Top 100 American Fare Restaurants in the United States” by OpenTable diners, The Blue Ox, an upscale casual American restaurant offers traditional dishes in a nontraditional way. Chef/Owner, Matt O’Neil, a Swampscott native, sources premium ingredients from the top purveyors in the area and local spirits all at a great value to his guests. The Blue Ox, 191 Oxford Street, Lynn, 781-780-5722, theblueoxlynn.com

The Stonewood Tavern

The Stonewood Tavern is a beautiful spot that retains a comfortable and casual air. Even better, they serve up some truly outstanding dishes with a singular focus on quality dishes made from only topnotch, fresh ingredients. A great place for family meals, gathering with friends, watching the big game with the gang, or catching some talented live music. Check out our entertainment schedule online. Stonewood Tavern, 139 Lynnfield Street, Peabody, 978-531-5311, stonewoodtavernpeabody.com

Flavors of Thailand

Enjoy the bright and faraway flavors of Thailand in our glowing, modern dining room. Live piano music. Takeout, delivery and online ordering available. Call or visit our website at brownsugarbythesea.com. Brown Sugar By The Sea, 75 Water Street, Newburyport, 978-499-8424, brownsugarbythesea.com

Japanese Cuisine

Maki Sushi Bar & Grill embraces the simplicity of Japanese cuisine while combining it with bold and innovative culinary ideas. Our Yellowtail Firecracker features luscious slices of fresh yellowtail, zesty vinaigrette, and piquant jalapenos, striking a perfect balance in flavors and textures. Our menu boasts a wide array of choices even for the most fickle diner. Maki Sushi Bar & Grill, 43 Main Street, Peabody, 978-854-5426, makisushibar.net

Fresh, Delicious, & Creative Holiay Catering!

Beat the holiday season party crunch by planning your catered celebration now. Whether it is a private home party or corporate event, Bonne Bouche Caterers will help create a memorable, festive event that inspires and impresses your guests. We take the work out of planning a celebration by managing your event, so sit back and relax! Bonne Bouche Caterers, 978-423-7181, bonnebouchecaterers.com

New Location!

Karl’s Sausage Kitchen & European Market has moved to our new location at One Bourbon Street in Peabody. We are well known throughout New England for providing an authentic atmosphere to compliment our wide selection of European products. Karl’s Sausage Kitchen also stocks many imported products, including jams, jellies, chocolates, cheeses, pickles, cookies, and breads. Our new casual cafe is now open! Karl’s Sausage Kitchen & European Market, 1 Bourbon Street, Peabody, 978-854-6650, karlssausage.com

Award Winning Culinary Team At Martinos 

Martino’s Liquors and New York Style Deli, is an upscale New York style Deli, Liquor Store and Coffee shop. The authentic NY Deli is a treasure for local residents looking for fresh meats, artisan cheeses, specialty dairy, sandwiches, unique salads and imported items. The Liquor store has a high quality selection along with fine wines, unique beers, and top liquors. The Martinos Liquor & New York Style Deli, 202 Newbury Street, Peabody, 978-717-5656, martinosliquors.com

Savory Square Bistro

A restaurant in downtown Hampton Featuring French & American Cuisine and that old world flavor and feeling, found at many bistro styled restaurants in southern France. Enjoy a wonderful evening of casual dining & professional service whether you choose our cozy dining room or settle into our intimate lounge with fireplace. Visit our website for full menu selections. Book your holiday function/party. Savory Square Bistro, 32 Depot Square, Hampton, NH, 603-926-2202, savorysquarebistro.com

A Dining Destination

Nine Elm American Bistro combines award winning cuisine, friendly service and casual ambiance to provide the North Shore’s best dining experience. Make a reservation and find out why our neighborhood bistro has become a dining destination.Nine Elm American Bistro, 9 Elm Street, Danvers, 978-774-9436, 9elm.com 

Italian Food Lovers

Seventeen years of service in cooking fresh homemade pasta and specialty dishes has earned Giuseppe’s a place in the hearts of Italian food lovers. Devoted to excellent quality, consistency, reasonable prices and fast, friendly service. Everything is homemade with all natural ingredients. Order take-out or dine in. Choose from our prepared meals, soups, salads, party trays, and more. Open Mon. – Sat. 10am to 8pm. Giuseppe’s Fresh Pasta & Fine Food, 257 Low Street, Newburyport, 978-465-2225, giuseppesfinefood.com

Angelica’s Restaurant & Functions

Uniquely different. Our European-trained chefs are renowned for making each meal a masterpiece. Planning a function? Angelica’s offers 4 function rooms to hold 30-325 people. Contact our function office. Angelica’s Restaurant & Function, 49 South Main Street, Middleton, 978-750-4900, angelicas-online.com

Tantalizing Menu

Located in the arts district of downtown Haverhill tucked away on a side street, is a gem of a restaurant above The Peddler’s Daughter Irish Restaurant & Pub, Bistro 45 is one of the north shore’s most popular restaurants, with a cozy and stylish decor and tantalizing menu that changes seasonally. Bistro 45 offers patrons a unique dining experience, reminiscent of a true Coastal European bistro. Bistro 45, 45 Wingate Street, Haverhill, 978-469-9700, bistro-45.com

A Place Where Everyone Knows Your Name

You will feel welcome  and at home at the Maple Street Tavern. Serving appetizers, burgers, salads, steak, pasta, seafood and more. Grab a seat at our full bar serving draft and bottled beer, watch the game and enjoy….or sit and enjoy a meal in our relaxed atmosphere. We have both a parking lot and street parking available. Like us on Facebook at Maple Street Tavern for the latest news. Maple Street Tavern, 49 Maple Street, Danvers, 978-539-8571, maplesttavern.com

Local Farm Fresh Ingredients

Scratch Kitchen is a quality driven restaurant with a focus on regional and local farm fresh ingredients. Featuring house smoked meats, homemade: bacon, breads, condiments, pickles. We believe in helping our regional and local producers in 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

New Restaurant!

Yannalfo’s, a new Italian restaurant, is an intimate setting with excellent food and superior service. From its inception, the staff has been trained to make you feel welcomed not just as a customer, but as a friend. Located in the heart of Marblehead, they ensure that every visit provides you with excellent food, and the experience you deserve when going out for the night. Yannalfo’s Ristorante, 261 Washington Street, Marblehead, 781-990-1456, yannalfos.com

Italian Food Lovers

Seventeen years of service in cooking fresh homemade pasta and specialty dishes has earned Giuseppe’s a place in the hearts of Italian food lovers. Devoted to excellent quality, consistency, reasonable prices and fast, friendly service. Everything is homemade with all natural ingredients. Order take-out or dine in. Choose from our prepared meals, soups, salads, party trays, and more. Open Mon. – Sat. 10am to 8pm. Giuseppe’s Fresh Pasta & Fine Food, 257 Low Street, Newburyport, 978-465-2225, giuseppesfinefood.com

Angelica’s Restaurant & Functions

Uniquely different. Our European-trained chefs are renowned for making each meal a masterpiece. Planning a function? Angelica’s offers 4 function rooms to hold 30-325 people. Contact our function office. Angelica’s Restaurant & Function, 49 South Main Street, Middleton, 978-750-4900, angelicas-online.com

Tantalizing Menu

Located in the arts district of downtown Haverhill tucked away on a side street, is a gem of a restaurant above The Peddler’s Daughter Irish Restaurant & Pub, Bistro 45 is one of the north shore’s most popular restaurants, with a cozy and stylish decor and tantalizing menu that changes seasonally. Bistro 45 offers patrons a unique dining experience, reminiscent of a true Coastal European bistro. Bistro 45, 45 Wingate Street, Haverhill, 978-469-9700, bistro-45.com

A Place Where Everyone Knows Your Name

You will feel welcome  and at home at the Maple Street Tavern. Serving appetizers, burgers, salads, steak, pasta, seafood and more. Grab a seat at our full bar serving draft and bottled beer, watch the game and enjoy….or sit and enjoy a meal in our relaxed atmosphere. We have both a parking lot and street parking available. Like us on Facebook at Maple Street Tavern for the latest news. Maple Street Tavern, 49 Maple Street, Danvers, 978-539-8571, maplesttavern.com