News
Best In Show Winner Returns to Misselwood Property
Bruce Male, 2012 Best In Show winner, returns his 1984 Delahaye 135 M Figoni et Falaschi Cabriolet to the Misselwood read more...
Celebrating Mom!
We recently invited people to share the best advice their mom has ever given them. The responses were great (and read more...
Featured
Spring’s Fresh Jewelry Picks
Spring has sprung, and so has a new crop of fine timepieces and jewelry in bold, bright colorways befitting the read more...
Lofty Dreams
A couple turns a beautiful sprawling space in Lawrence’s historic Wood Worsted Mill into a dream contemporary dwelling. by Regina read more...
Food and Drink
Wild Horse Cafe Gets New Ownership
Beverly’s Wild Horse Café gets new ownership but offers the same solid style. By Anna and David Kasabian // photographs by Anthony Tieuli The Wild Horse Café, so long a favorite spot for locals while under the leadership and grill mastery of Brendon Crocker, is now under new ownership. Sam Hunt and Matt Blanchard—familiar to many as founding chef and general manager, read more...
Unique Drinks on the North Shore
Unique ingredients make these libations worth seeking out. Wacky Beers Craft beer is booming, thanks to innovative new styles pioneered by brewers like Dogfish Head, whose goal is to make “off-centered ales for off-centered people.” Their line of over a dozen “occasional rarities” includes limited-edition large-format (750ml) bottles that cater to quirky tastes. Can’t decide between beer and wine? Try Noble read more...
Shopping
Update Your Landscape
Shower your landscape with some much-needed color Styled by Amy Mclaughlin // photograph by Glenn Scott 1. Yellow polka dot watering can, $9.59, Kelly’s True Value. 2. Potted daisy plant, $9.99, Market Basket. 3. Stone planter, $40; plants, call for pricing, Kokee Flowers. 4. Orange watering can, $14.89, Kelly’s True Value. 5. Gardening gloves, $4.99, Harbor Garden Center. 6. read more...
Gifts For Your Graduate
Gift your grad with a little something that makes a big statement. Styled by Amy Mclaughlin // photograph by Glenn Scott 1. Kindle Fire HD, $299.99, Radio Shack. 2. Resin yoga statue, $12, Casa de Moda. 3. JAMBOX, $199.99, Radio Shack. 4. Brown Bosca leather wallet, $75, John Farley Clothiers. 5. Two’s Company sparkling pens, price upon request, Casa read more...
Travel
On The Town: Salem
Ropes Mansion Garden Said to be one of Salem’s most haunted houses, this stately home of the Ropes family was read more...
Historic Town of Salem
Pride in Past and Present. Salem is home to a rich, colorful heritage and a confident future. By Debbie Strong read more...
Profiles
Liz Jacques of Companion Synergy
Petcare specialist Liz Jacques provides unusual services for those who’ve gotten more than they bargained for when adopting a dog. By Kiley Jacques // photograph by Paul Lyden There are animal lovers, pet sitters, and dog trainers—and then there’s Liz Jacques. The 29-year-old Salem native and owner of Companion Synergy is something of an anomaly in her field. Armed with degrees read more...
The Good Fight: The Story of Reid Sacco
Lynnfield native Reid Sacco’s memory lives on with the opening of a unique Boston cancer clinic. By Alexandra Pecci // photograph by Patrick Marasco Reid Sacco managed to cram a lot of life into 20 years. He was a scholar, a musician, and an athlete. He was in the National Honor Society. He played violin for Marblehead’s Symphony by the Sea read more...
Fashion
Expert Style: Blazer Sharp
From buttoned-up celebrations to laid-back sunset boat rides, this spring version of your classic navy blazer will cover all the bases. By Aricia Symes-Elmer // photographs by Glenn Scott Occasion Appropriate From country club luncheons to casual spring weddings, this lightweight linen blazer provides simple sophistication for the shift to warmer weather without causing overheating. Color is everywhere this season, and read more...
Nautical Notables
1. Plum Island white wine, $12.95, Mill River Winery. 2. Cruise ice bucket, $169, Sage Market + Design. 3. Tote bag, $49.50, F.L. Woods. 4. Buoy blanket, $38, F.L. Woods. 5. Gold Cup Boater Sperry Topsiders, $170, J.L. Coombs. 6. Cribbage board, $78, Shipshape. 7. Rope bracelets, $10 each, Shipshape. 8. Yacht log, $29, F.L. Woods. 9. Mariposa anchor bottle opener, read more...
At Home
The Joy of Refacing Your Kitchen
Cooking Up Change by Nancy Boughton If you are like most homeowners, you spend a good chunk of time in the kitchen. Whether you are creating home-cooked masterpieces, pressing the time button on the microwave or savoring a warm cup of tea, the kitchen is truly the heart of your home. Do you love hanging out in the kitchen but secretly read more...
What’s New In LED Lighting
What’s New in LED Lighting? By Lucy Dearborn As readers of the blog know, my parents were quite visionary when they named me Lucy Elizabeth Dearborn as many years LED would become synonymous with a dynamic light source. For those who have been following the evolution of LED lighting (light-emitting diode lighting), you know that it is the best way to read more...
Health
Health and Wellness
The North Shore is known for many things—its restaurants, boutiques, and sightseeing are bar none. But there’s another aspect to our little neck of the woods that’s worthy of exploration—the world of wellness. The list of professionals devoted to making people feel their best is lengthy. Some specialize in matters of the mind, others concentrate on the physical, but all recognize read more...
Bridal Basics
Bridal Basics by Amy Brackman Congratulations, you said “Yes” and are about to stroll down the path to happily ever after. The list of things to do seems to be growing faster than the speed of light, but pause, take a deep breath, and look in the mirror. This is your moment to shine. Now, exhale and read on to discover read more...
Features
Golf & Tennis
We’ve profiled some of the top golf and tennis clubs on the North Shore. Here’s, where to get your swing on. By Nancy Edwards read more...
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