Saturday, March 26, 2016
ON THE ROAD: SWEET GEORGIA'S JUKE JOINT
Saturday, March 26, 2016
They specialize in homemade moonshine, so ordered some. The moonshine had raspberries and pineapple. It was amazing! For dinner, I got the "Juke Joint Fried Chicken," which comes with two of their sides. The sides include garlic steamed broccoli, steak fries, fried green tomatoes, okra, sweet potato fries, cheese grits and mac & cheese. I settled on the mac & cheese and collard greens. The food was brought to us in no time. I quickly realized this was one of the best meals I've ever eaten. The batter on the chicken was phenomenal. The mac & cheese was out of the world. I also tried some of my friend's waffle, which was so good.
Sweet Georgia's has all of the southern favorites like shrimp & grits, fried catfish, peach glazed Alaskan salmon, grilled rib eye, jambalaya pasta and a St. Louis rib rack. They all serve several vegetarian dishes including salads. Desserts include peach cobbler, banana pudding, spiced apple bread pudding and pecan pie.
If you're ever in downtown Atlanta, be sure to check out Sweet Georgia's. The food is incredible!
www.sweetgeorgiasjukejoint.com
Thursday, March 17, 2016
DINE OUT BOSTON: ST. PATRICK'S DAY AT DAVIO'S IN CHESTNUT HILL
Thursday, March 17, 2016
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| Dine Out Boston is winding down, but Eat Up New England was able to grab one last lunch. I enjoyed several courses at Davio's in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts today. I had to order a Guinness since it's St. Patrick's Day. Check out those buffalo chicken spring rolls. They are served on bleu cheese for dipping. |
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| Course one: Spinach, snap peas and goat cheese salad |
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| Course two: Atlantic salmon with roasted potatoes, spinach and capers. This was so tasty and filling. |
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| Course 3: Chocolate cake with vanilla bean gelato. The cake was filled with warm chocolate lava. |
Monday, March 14, 2016
ITALIAN AT SCORPIO'S IN ATTLEBORO, MASSACHUSETTS
Monday, March 14, 2016
UPDATE: Scorpio's has closed permanently.
Scorpio's in Attleboro, Massachusetts is one of my families' favorite places to gather whenever there's a birthday or celebration. They serve up hearty portions of Italian favorites at an affordable price.
Every meal begins with their delicious homemade bread topped with garlic. You'll want seconds or thirds! We often order their calamari to start. There's enough for two or three people and it's served with marinara for dipping. Other apps include caprese, wings, bruschetta and spinach & artichoke dip.
I enjoyed their gnocchi with meat sauce during my last visit. Scorpio's has many other homemade pasta dishes like chicken marsala, frutti di mare, baked ziti, lasagna and spaghetti alla Carbonara. Other entrees include pizzas, sandwiches, wraps and salads. They also have a full bar with a large selection of beers including Sam Adams, Harpoon IPA, Sierra Nevada, Mayflower, Magic Hat, Revival Brewing, Corona and Guinness. When I was there, they had a bunch of seasonal winter beers and cocktails like their tiramisu martini and a spiced pumpkin martini.
Desserts include tiramisu, cheesecake and gelato.
Scorpio's also holds trivia nights every Thursday starting at 7:30. They also have popular painting nights one Wednesday a month.
www.scorpiospizza.com
Every meal begins with their delicious homemade bread topped with garlic. You'll want seconds or thirds! We often order their calamari to start. There's enough for two or three people and it's served with marinara for dipping. Other apps include caprese, wings, bruschetta and spinach & artichoke dip.
I enjoyed their gnocchi with meat sauce during my last visit. Scorpio's has many other homemade pasta dishes like chicken marsala, frutti di mare, baked ziti, lasagna and spaghetti alla Carbonara. Other entrees include pizzas, sandwiches, wraps and salads. They also have a full bar with a large selection of beers including Sam Adams, Harpoon IPA, Sierra Nevada, Mayflower, Magic Hat, Revival Brewing, Corona and Guinness. When I was there, they had a bunch of seasonal winter beers and cocktails like their tiramisu martini and a spiced pumpkin martini.
Desserts include tiramisu, cheesecake and gelato.
Scorpio's also holds trivia nights every Thursday starting at 7:30. They also have popular painting nights one Wednesday a month.
www.scorpiospizza.com
DINE OUT BOSTON AT THE FIREPLACE IN BROOKLINE
Monday, March 14, 2016
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| Another Dine Out Boston has come and gone. Eat Up New England made it out for lunch at The Fireplace in Brookline. They offered a three-course lunch for just $20. What a deal! I started off my meal with this smoked chicken and sweet potato chowder. It was very good and a nice change from traditional clam chowder. |
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| For lunch, I ordered the sweet pea and asparagus risotto. This vegetarian dish was quite filling. |
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| My final course was this amazing apple cheddar pie. This homemade pie was easily my favorite of the three courses. The pie was packed with apples and the crust was soooo good. |
Wednesday, March 09, 2016
MAD RIVER BARN IN WAITSFIELD, VERMONT
Wednesday, March 09, 2016
Eat Up New England stopped by for dinner last weekend. The place was jumping on Saturday night. Upstairs, you'll find a young crowd enjoying drinks and playing games like foosball. Downstairs, there's a modern dining room, with long tables to accommodate families and large groups of friends.
I was surprised to see aranchini as one of their apps, so we ordered it. They were very good (and vegetarian BTW). Other apps include warm pretzel sticks, crab hush puppies, meatballs and a Vermont cheese plate. The Mad River Barn also has a great selection of local beers, and yes, they do serve Heady Topper!
For dinner, there are several salads and burgers to choose form. I built my own burger with BBQ sauce and cheddar cheese. It was served with their delicious homemade French fries. Other dinners include Vermont maple chicken, salmon, a grilled cheese with pickled jalapenos and roasted lamb.
GOING GREEN FOR ST. PATRICK'S DAY
Wednesday, March 09, 2016
Friday, February 26, 2016
KANE'S DONUTS OPENS POP-UP SHOP IN NEWTON
Friday, February 26, 2016
Kane's is known for their huge, handcrafted donuts. I was only going to buy three or four when I stopped by today, but I wound up getting a half dozen. All of their donuts are amazing, but my favorite is their chocolate frosted. I also got a blueberry, chocolate glazed, jelly and strawberry frosted. The Kane's in Newton is open seven days a week now thru March 26th. Believe the hype! Be sure to stop by if you live nearby.
Kane's is also in the catering business. Brides and grooms are skipping out on the cake and going to DONUTS at their weddings instead, and that's where Kane's steps in:
How Kanes Donuts Became A Catering Leader One Cream Filling at a Time
THE BAGEL PLACE OPENS IN MASSACHUSETTS!
Friday, February 26, 2016
The Bagel Place also offers breakfast sandwiches, which make for the perfect hearty breakfast. They are also open for lunch and have a full menu of sandwiches. I'm interested in trying "The Vermonter," which has smoked turkey, ham, cheddar and apple slices. Other sandwiches include a Caprese, hummus with veggies, chicken guac, classic Italian and spicy chicken. You can also create your own salad or choose from one of their soups of the day.
The Bagel Place is open for breakfast and lunch everyday.
@TheBagelPlaceMA
www.thebagelplacemass.com
UPDATE: The Needham location of The Bagel Place closed in September 2019.
Monday, February 22, 2016
1912 CAFE INSIDE L.L. BEAN'S FLAGSHIP STORE IN MAINE
Monday, February 22, 2016
I recently stopped by for lunch and ordered their "Mainely Cuban" sandwich with a side of clam chowder. The chowder was think and hearty. The sandwich was stuffed with smoked ham, Swiss cheese and their amazing house pickles. The combination of flavors on that sandwich was so good! Those homemade pickles are amazing. They sell them by the jar to take home.
Their menu also features several wheat wraps and salads. Go healthy with their Mediterranean salad or their Nuts & Berries Salad. They also offer cheese and hummus plates, along with plenty of vegetarian and gluten free options. The 1912 Cafe is also open for breakfast from 9am- noon every day with a menu that features breakfast sandwiches and bagels
www.1912cafe.com
Wednesday, February 17, 2016
INSIDE OF THE SPARKLING NEW CHICK-FIL-A IN FRAMINGHAM
Wednesday, February 17, 2016
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Check out those tents. There is no doubt that something special is going on at 1 Worcester Road in Framingham, Massachusetts. On February 18, 2016 around 6:30 in the morning, this brand new Chick-Fil-A will open its doors to the community. These people started camping out 24 hours in advance to be among the first to step inside. When I left around 2pm today, there were about two dozen people planning to spend the night. The first 100 customers in line will get free Chick-Fil-A for a year! Until then, they certainly aren't going unnoticed. They've been hooked up with free food and drinks.
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| Eat Up New England was lucky enough to be one of the first to step inside the new Chick-Fil-A in Framingham and check out that delicious spread of food! Pictured clockwise from left: Chicken biscuit with fresh fruit and hash browns, Waffle Potato Fries, chicken wrap with fresh fruit, breakfast wrap, Greek Yogurt with fruit, Chick-Fil-A Cobb Salad, Spicy Chicken Deluxe Sandwich and their Grilled Market Salad with apples, blueberries and bleu cheese crumbles and Chick-Fil-A Nuggets. |
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| Chick-Fil-A goodies including their famous Chocolate Chunk Cookies. They are baked fresh in house everyday. I brought them to work and they were a massive hit with my co-workers. Other desserts include milkshakes (vanilla, chocolate, strawberry and cookies & cream), ice cream cones and their AMAZING frosted lemonade. Order this when you visit! |
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| Eat Up New England got to step behind their counter for their Chick-Fil-A Backstage Restaurant Tour. (Sorry, no pictures allowed.) All of their workers were on hand training. One young lady was making fresh-squeezed lemonade. Chick-Fil-A is one of the largest buyers of Sunkist lemons worldwide! I also saw their pressure cookers. There are a bunch of them to cook their chicken. They've been cooking it in peanut oil since the beginning some 50 years ago. Another fun fact I learned on the tour, they use White Lily Flour for their tasty breakfast biscuits. |
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| Check out Chick-Fil-A's indoor playground. It's inside so children can enjoy it all year long. There's even a lower level with a play area for toddlers. |
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| On the tour, I learned that Chick-Fil-A is committed to healthy food. These are their new grilled chicken nuggets. They are only 140 calories without the sauce! They are also offering a new Superfood Side - a blend of kale, Broccolini, dried sour cherries and topped with a maple vinaigrette dressing. I sampled that, too, and really enjoyed it. It's a good alternative if you want to skip the fries but still indulge in a chicken sandwich. |
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| Check out their cozy dining room. Chick-Fil-A has also been honored for their speedy drive-thru service. 90% of their breakfast business is done at the drive-thru, while 60% of their day customers use the drive-thru. All Chick-Fil-A's are open six days a week. They have always been closed on Sundays to give workers a day with their families, something they really appreciate. |
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| Welcome to Framingham! Community events will be posted on this board. The owner of this franchise is Mark Parker, a longtime MetroWest resident. |
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| Before today, I had only tried Chick-Fil-A at the airport in Atlanta. Today, I got a real taste for why so many people love this restaurant. I loved their Spicy Chicken Deluxe Sandwich. It has just enough spice and the chicken is so fresh and tasty. The fries are soooo good. I learned about their Chick-Fil-A Sauce today. It's a blend of BBQ sauce, Ranch and honey mustard. It was created in one of their stores. It's perfect for dipping those waffle fries in or to spread on your sandwich. |
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| Fresh-squeezed lemonade, Frosted Lemonade and my restaurant tour hat! |
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| Chick-Fil-A is giving back to the community by collecting books from customers and donating them. |
Monday, February 15, 2016
KRISPY KREME IS COMING TO MAINE AND NEW HAMPSHIRE
Monday, February 15, 2016
Krispy Kreme is opening several stores in Maine and New Hampshire! The delicious donut chain announced today that they will open four stores in New Hampshire and three in Maine. Right now, the only Krispy Kreme's in all of New England are inside of Mohegan Sun in Connecticut. The New Hampshire shops will be in Manchester, Nashua, Salem and the Seacoast (most likely in Portsmouth). The first New Hampshire shop will open by the end of this year.
UPDATE: As of 2021, Krispy Kreme's only New England locations are at Mohegan Sun in Connecticut.
VALENTINE'S DAY AT ROBERT'S MAINE GRILLE
Monday, February 15, 2016
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| Eat Up New England enjoyed Valentine's Day 2016 at one of our favorite spots, Robert's Maine Grill in Kittery, Maine. Their lighthouse was in the mood for love, decorated with a large red heart. |
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| We started with their fried cheese. For $9, you get all of this along with marinara sauce for dipping. |
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| For dinner, I tried their East Coast Jambalaya. I'm not a huge fan of spicy, so they made it mild for me. This New Orleans inspired rice dish came with mussels, shrimp, chicken, andouille sausage and a piece of fried fish on top It was very filling. Somehow, I saved enough room for dessert and enjoyed one of their half portions of blueberry pie a la mode. |
Friday, February 12, 2016
HAVE A SWEET VALENTINE'S DAY!
Friday, February 12, 2016
Tuesday, February 09, 2016
CELEBRATE #NATIONALPIZZADAY IN NEW ENGLAND
Tuesday, February 09, 2016
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| It's National Pizza Day, so let's take a look at some of Eat Up New England's favorite places to get a pie in New England. Up first, Via Via Pizza in Newport, Rhode Island. They are known for their HUGE cheesy slices, like this lobster pizza you see here. If you go, be sure to try their lasagna pizza which is topped with meat and ricotta. It's AMAZING! |
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| Giordano's (Chicago, IL) Sure, it's not in New England but no great pizza list would be complete without Giordano's. This pizza shop has locations all over Chicago and is known for its stuffed pizza. You can always order a pie on their website. Right now, they are offering their famous heart-shaped pizzas for Valentine's Day. |
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| Galleria Umberto (Boston, MA) The lines at this hot spot in Boston's North End often stretch outside of the door. They specialize in Sicilian slices covered in cheese. |
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| Irene's Pizza (Norwich, CT) This Hawaiian pizza is one of my favorites around. Unlike Papa Gino's, they pile on the pineapple, ham and cheese. Now, this is what a Hawaiian pizza should look like! |
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| Tony's NY Style Pizzeria (Winhall, Vermont) Check out the huge slices Tony's is serving up in small town Vermont! Everyday, they offer a variety of slices to go along with their amazing calzones and garlic knots. |
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| Otto (Brookline, Harvard Square, BU, Lynnfield & Newburyport, MA & Yarmouth & Portland, ME) Creative toppings and large slices are all the rage at this small New England chain. They offer several types of pizza with bacon including mashed potato, bacon & scallion and apple, bacon & red onion. The slice you see above is butternut squash, ricotta and cranberry. |
(Closed) BEER BREWED IN HOUSE AT JOHN HARVARD'S RESTAURANT & BREWERY
Tuesday, February 09, 2016
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| Eat Up New England visited John Harvard's Restaurant & Brewery in Framingham for the first time over the week. There are several other locations including one in Harvard Square, Providence and a couple of restaurants in New York. This location has tons of seating. They needed it on this busy Saturday night when they were packed with families and people celebrating birthdays. |
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| As soon as you walk in, you'll notice their brewery and a list of all of the beers on tap. They have everything from pale ales to an espresso stout. They also brew up seasonal favorites like Oktoberfest lager. |
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| Check out those nachos! This is a half place which is perfect for two. Other apps include fried pickles, calamari, kettle chips, wings, chicken tenders and hummus. |
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| Eat Up NE ate healthy, opting for one of John Harvard's salads. This is the Aztec salad with avocado, tomatoes, corn and tortilla strips. I topped it off with some grilled chicken. Tasty and healthy! Other entrees include a variety of pizzas, sandwiches like their "ridiculously good grilled cheese," and a bunch of burgers. They also have Ranch steak strips, chicken parm, backed stuffed cod and a vegetarian stir fry. |
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| We enjoyed this warm apple crisp with vanilla ice cream for dessert. |
UPDATE: the restaurant has closed permanently.
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