Northshore Magazine (Digital)

› At the beginning of each year, I settle into our long winter often wishing the warmer temps of spring would arrive as soon as possible. This year, I’m going to embrace the frosty season, taking long walks in snowy woodlands, sipping hot cocoa in front of a roaring fire, visiting the North Shore’s many museums, and maybe taking a ski trip or two up north. When I have exhausted all winter wonderland weekend possibilities, I may even plan an escape to a warmer climate. In this January/February issue, we packed in loads of places to explore this winter season. From romantic retreats right here on the North Shore to the perfect Vermont Inn and ski weekend to warm-weather travel destinations to highlights on the best places to dine, shop, stay,…

ANTHONY TIEULI /PAGE 16 / The work of Anthony Tieuli, who specializes in culinary and portrait photography, has appeared in many local and national publications. In real life, he is a dedicated father, husband, and long-distance runner. His work can be found at anthonytieuli.com. DOUG LEVY /PAGE 100 / Doug Levy is a former Minor League Baseball umpire who turned to a career in photography. Levy’s photography work has taken him on helicopters over Boston, and inside some of the city’s largest companies. See his work at douglaslevyphotography.com. JEANNE O’BRIEN COFFEY /PAGE 16, 22, 34, 100 / Jeanne O’Brien Coffey has been freelancing for more than 10 years, covering everything from hot New York restaurants for the Zagat guide to top luxury travel spots for ForbesLife. She is Northshore magazine’s food editor and travels the…

DRYFT REVERE A high end, beachfront, dining destination with panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean, only miles from downtown Boston and conveniently accessible by public transportation. Michael Aldi owner teamed up with Executive Chef Adriano Silva to provide classic New England dishes with a focus on fresh seafood, local ingredients, and house made pastas. DRYFTREVERE.COM | 781.629.1842 | 500 OCEAN AVENUE, REVERE, MA CUT21 Seafood • Steaks • Cocktails Welcome to Cut21, a sophisticated steakhouse brought to you by Michael Aldi Owner of Dryft and Fine Line in Revere. Located just outside of downtown Boston, directly on Revere Beach and inside the new Ryder apartment complex, we provide an intimate beach-front dining experience with the highest-quality steaks, local seafood, and craft cocktails. CUT21REVERE.COM | 857.345.3396 | 21 REVERE BEACH BOULEVARD, REVERE, MA FINE LINE Fine Line was…

› Gone are the days when people who want to skip the booze are relegated to sparkling water with a twist of lime, or a mixture of fruit juices. As demand escalates for adult beverages that don’t leave you with a hangover, local mixologists are getting creative, crafting grown-up drinks that feel more like a celebration than a punishment. “I want people who consume less or no alcohol to feel like the decision to not drink—or to drink less—is easy and fun,” says Bernadette James, mixologist at fine dining restaurant Stages at One Washington and its sister lounge, The Living Room, both in Dover, New Hampshire. James is definitely making it easy and fun to opt out of booze—for each of the bespoke cocktails on the list at The Living Room, she…

› When it comes to North Shore towns that beckon residents for a staycation, some jump straight to mind, like Salem, Newburyport, and Gloucester. But one that flies under the radar is Burlington, and that’s a shame because its destinations are fun and often overlooked, making it a bit of a hidden gem for a local getaway. Many people know Burlington for the amenities that hug route 128, like the Burlington Mall and Lahey Hospital and Medical Center, and for good reason. It’s an in-demand spot for educations and the life sciences, with Northeastern University’s Innovation Campus and biotech companies like MilliporeSigma calling Burlington home. It’s also a popular spot for out-of-town and business travelers who appreciate its proximity to Boston, Woburn, and tourist spots like Lexington and Concord. In fact,…

› When he was a kid, Rob Blood often traveled with his parents to the Pioneer Valley in Western Massachusetts. The family always stayed at a motel—probably a classic Howard Johnson’s—with a giant domed indoor pool. But even more than that amazing pool, Blood treasured the drive from Marblehead with his parents and sister piled into a wood-paneled Jeep Grand Wagoneer. “I remember those times with great nostalgia,” recalls Blood, founder of Lark Hotels, which operates dozens of properties throughout the Northeast, Florida, and California. Choosing the cassette tape to listen to on the car stereo, license plate games, and especially the stops at places like Old Sturbridge Village to break up the trip, all have a permanent place in his heart. “Those drives are a foundational, fundamental travel memory,” Blood recalls.…