WHO: Lisa Cancelli“Robin Kramer’s garden designs are fresh and unrivaled on the North Shore. Her vast experience is evident in her ability to blend elegant, casual, and contemporary elements into truly functional and visually appealing outdoor spaces that you will live in.”
From sleek sinks to state-of-the-art steam baths, Designer Bath and Salem Plumbing Supply of Beverly will design the bath of your dreams. Schedule a personal appointment with one of the store’s expert consultants, who will help you realize the potential of your bathroom space. Designer Bath/Salem Plumbing Supply, 97 River St., Beverly, 978-921-1200, designerbath.com
Readers’ Choice: Designer Bath and Salem Plumbing Supply, Beverly
For your next catered affair, forget finger sandwiches and pigs-in-a-blanket. Essex-based Timothy S. Hopkins Catering provides incredible edibles like herb-marinated tenderloin skewers with horseradish dip, grilled cheese minis with prosciutto, Tim’s Famous Mini Crab Cakes with Remoulade Sauce, and tuna tartar in black sesame waffle cones, to name just a few. Second only to his heads-above-the-rest cuisine is Hopkins’s standout service and pleasant personality. Timothy S. Hopkins Catering, 8 Scott’s Way, Essex, 978-768-9990, tshcatering.com
Readers’ Choice: Sandrino’s Best of Thymes, North Andover. Sandrino’s Best of Thymes, 733 Turnpike St., North Andover, 978-687-6900, bestofthymes.com
For nearly a century, Anton’s Cleaners has set the bar for excellence in dry cleaning. The passion, service, and quality that the company delivers is unsurpassed within the industry, and with over 40 stores operating in New Hampshire and Massachusetts, there is no need to settle for less when it comes to having your dry cleaning done right. Anton’s Cleaners, 117 Main St., North Andover, 978-682-8060; 49 Jackson St., Methuen, 978-682-1875, antons.com
Readers’ Choice: Essex Cleaners, Salem. Essex Cleaners, 109 Essex St., Salem, 978-744-4206
Laura Gifford of North Andover considers herself an “event planner at your service.” Gifford became a nationally recognized chef in the late ’80s and has since branched out to coordinating all aspects of catering. Her impressive client list ranges from Liz Walker to the late Senator Edward Kennedy. Laura Gifford, 44 Woodcrest Dr., North Andover, 978-761-0216, giffordevents.com
Readers’ Choice:Janie Haas Events, North Andover. Janie Haas Events, 125 Coachmans Lane, North Andover, 978-725-5956, janiehaasevents.com
For over 25 years, Paulette Brophy has been brightening the North Shore with her floral creations. The unique wall-to-wall floral arrangements, garden décor, and assorted knick-knacks make her Marblehead shop Flower House an indoor garden that’s always in bloom. Flower House, 200 Pleasant St., Marblehead, 781-631-2467, flowerhousemarblehead.com
Readers’ Choice: Pepperberry’s Flowers, Byfield. Pepperberry’s Flowers, 38 Fatherland Dr., Byfield, 978-499-8202, pepperberrys.com
Finding just the right finishing touch for that prized piece of art can be tough—the wrong frame can ruin the overall effect. But in Salem, staff at The Art Corner know their stuff and guide artists, art dealers, and art lovers alike toward the frame that is sure to aptly showcase the work. The Art Corner, 264 Washington St., Salem, 978-745-9524, theartcorner.blogspot.com
Readers’ Choice: Nor’east Frameworks, Manchester-by-the-Sea. Nor’east Frameworks, 40 Beach St., Suite E, Manchester, 978-525-3322
Based in North Andover, The Maids are committed to cleaning houses on the North Shore from top to bottom. The team uses use a 22-step cleaning system designed to thoroughly rid your home of dust bunnies and dirt, and they apply environmentally friendly cleaning products that are safe for kids and pets. The Maids, 60 Ashland St., North Andover, 978-683-3883, maids.com
Readers’ Choice: Green Clean, Salem. Green Clean, Salem, 978-744-8698, greencleansalem.com
From refrigerators to microwaves, Tri-City sales boasts an extensive inventory of kitchen appliances. Featuring arguably one of the largest selections of brand-name appliances on the North Shore, Tri-City’s showrooms in Salem and Ipswich offer popular brands including Whirlpool, Maytag, GE, and many more. Tri-City Sales, 262 Highland Ave, Salem, 978-744-6100; 77 Tpike Rd., Ipswich, 978-412-0033, tri-city-sales.com
Readers’ Choice: Beach Sales, Revere. Beach Sales, 80 VFW Parkway, Revere, 781-284-0130, beachsalesinc.com
Frank McCormick and the staff at his eponymous shop take the guesswork out of customizing a kitchen. His Saugus business, McCormick Kitchens and Baths, has been serving clients on the North Shore since 2001, covering everything from under-the-sink entanglements to beautiful countertops. McCormick Kitchens and Baths, 1161 Broadway, Saugus, 781-231-4200, mccormick-kitchens.com
Readers’ Choice: McCormick Kitchens and baths, Saugus
Chris and Chad Downer started out as boys mowing local lawns. Thirty years later, the entrepreneurial legacy of these two brothers is still alive and well at Downer Brothers Landscaping, Inc. in North Andover. From design to building to maintenance, this company does it all—and beautifully. Downer Brothers Land-scaping, Inc., 334 Clark St., North Andover, 978-975-5106, downerbrothers.com
Readers’ Choice: Saba’s Landscaping, Lowell. Saba’s Landscaping, 145 Perry St., Lowell, 978-970-2709, sabaslandscaping.com
Need to get to the church on time? Heading out to catch a flight? Getting your top producers together for a round of golf? Wherever you’re headed, Four Star Limousine in Salisbury will deliver that precious cargo on time and in true style. Four Star Limo’s fleet of executive sedans and limousines are kept meticulously tidy and bear that pretty, just-polished look, but more impressive yet is the company’s online reservations system, email confirmations, and travel advisers, who can help plan your trip right down to the last mile. You’ll never hail another standard cab. Four Star Limousine, 14 Elm St., Salisbury, 978-463-5466, fourstarlimo.com
Readers’ Choice: Four Star Limousine, Salisbury
Whether you’re moving across town or across the country, Tobin & Sons Moving and Storage will take the worry out of your trip. For three generations, this family-run Peabody business has been helping its customers make their moves as quick and efficient as possible. Tobin also provides fully secured storage facilities, which are manned by on-site warehousemen offering 24/7 service. Tobin & Sons Moving and Storage, 3A Summit Industrial Park, Peabody, 978-977-0807, tobinandsons.com
Readers’ Choice: Trowt Movers, Beverly. Trowt Movers, 145 Hale St., Beverly, 978-922-2502, trowtmovers.com
It goes without saying: The pooch and the feline are among the favorites in the family. Dogs by Design & Cats Too in Beverly knows how special our pets are and treats them accordingly. Offering grooming services, behavior training, and items needed for the beloved fur balls are all available at this premier pet place. Dogs by Design & Cats Too, 131 Dodge St., Beverly, 978-998-7620, dogsbydesignandcatstoo.com
Readers’ Choice: Groom Town Pet Boutique & Spa, North Andover. Groom Town Pet Boutique & Spa, 137 Main St., North Andover, 978-689-7297, groomtownpetspa.com
There’s no better way to record life’s milestones than by capturing them on film, and Sherrell Photography of Beverly sees life through a magical lens. Larry and Tabitha Sherrell create priceless keepsakes from any event—engagements, weddings, pregnancies, and more—and preserve history through stunning portraiture. When it comes to photography, Sherrell truly shoots for the moon. Sherrell Photography, 10 Highland Ave, Beverly, 978-232-9772, sherrellphoto.com
Readers’ Choice: Sarah Jordan Photography
If your suit jacket needs fitting or your tux needs taking in, Shaban’s in Andover will tailor your clothes to your exact specifications. The shop’s highly skilled tailors use only the best fabrics for custom pieces and execute to-a-tee tailoring. Shaban’s, 28 Chestnut St., Andover, 978-475-5996, shabanscollection.com
Readers’ Choice: Mr. Joseph’s Tailor Shop, Danvers. Mr. Joseph’s Tailor Shop, 10 Elm St., Danvers, 978-777-8995, mrjosephstailorshop.vpweb.com
Shaban’s, Andover. Shaban’s, 28 Chestnut St., Andover, 978-475-5996, shabanscollection.com
Susanna’s Custom Designs & Alterations, Salem. Susanna’s Custom Designs & Alterations, 274 Essex St., Salem, 978-745-2323
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