With spring upon us, it's time to embrace the freshness of the season by eating local. From pick-your-own farms where you can create unforgettable memories (and great photos!) with your little ones to CSAs offering a bounty of seasonal delights and local farmers markets, there are plenty of ways to eat fresh on the North Shore!
By choosing locally grown produce, you're not only treating your taste buds, but also supporting sustainable agriculture and the hardworking farmers in the {Town} area.
Discover where you can find locally grown fruits, vegetables, and more ion the North Shore to bring home to your family:
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Pick-Your-Own (PYO) Farms on the North Shore
It's a hands-on adventure at these PYO farms in and around the North Shore, where you can enjoy picking your own fruits and vegetables straight from the fields. Here are some top picks of what's open now:
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Cider Hill Farm
What: strawberries, blueberries, peaches, raspberries, apples, pumpkins
When: When the picking season typically is from June through October
Where:
45 Fern Avenue
Amesbury, MA 01913
More information: Cider Hill Farm- Amesbury MA
Brooksby Farm
What: blueberries, grapes, cherries, apples, pears, peaches
When: When the picking season typically is (exact dates likely not available, but can base on prior years' info, or a quick call to the farm)
Where:
54 Felton St.
Peabody, MA. 01960
More information: Brooksby Farm Facebook Page- Peabody
Russell Orchard
What: strawberries, cherries, currants, raspberries, blueberries, blackberries, apples
When: June- October
Where:
Russell Orchards
143 Argilla Rd.
Ipswich, MA
978-356-5366
More information: Russell Orchard Website
Connemara House
What: apples and pears
When: TBD
Where:
252 Rowley Bridge Road
Topsfield, MA 01983
Phone: 978-767-6381
Email: events@connemarahousefarm.com
More information: Visit website
Maple Crest Farm
What: strawberries, blueberries, pumpkins
When: June-October
Where:
102 Moulton Street
West Newbury, MA 01985
508-641-5955
More information: Visit website
Know of any other PYO farms in {Town} that we should add to our list? Let us know at cheryllachendro@macaronikid.com.
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Local CSAs on the North Shore
Support local farmers and enjoy a regular supply of fresh, seasonal produce by joining a CSA on the North Shore. CSA stands for Community Supported Agriculture. Here are some options to consider:
Long Hill Orchard and Farm- West Newbury MA
Appleton Farms- Ipswich/Hamilton MA
Chris' Farmstand- Haverhill and Peabody MA
Heron Pond Farm- South Hampton NH
New Entry Sustainable Farming Project- Beverly MA
Ramblin Roots Market Garden- Salem MA
Farmer Dave's- Pick up in Beverly MA and Gloucester MA
The Three Sisters Garden Project- Ipswich MA
Dancing Harvest Farm- Beverly MA
Farm Direct Coop- Marblehead MA
Cedar Rock Gardens- Gloucester MA
Do you have a favorite CSA that you'd like to recommend? Share the details with us at {cheryllachendro@macaronikid.com.
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Farmers Markets on the North Shore
North Shore's farmer's markets are a great place to spend a {morning/evening, as relevant} browsing fresh produce, locally produced artisanal goods, and much more. Here's where to find farmers' markets ion the North Shore:
Farmers' markets on the North Shore typically open for the season in April and stay open through October. Here are Farmers Markets on the North Shore:
Connors Farm Farmers Market
When: TBD
Spring-Asparagus, sweet peas, lettuce, spinach, radishes, spring dug parsnips, and many different types of greens including collard, kale, honey.
Summer- Vine-ripened tomatoes, lettuce, squash, carrots, beets, herbs and other fresh fruits and vegetables are picked daily and sold in the farm stand. In addition you will find Richardson's Icecream, Cabot cheeses, Boston Chowders, fresh eggs, gourmet and specialty products available are: fresh pasta, jams, jellies, frozen chicken and fruit pies.
Fall- During this season Connors Farm offers "pick your own" apples and pumpkins. You will find hot apple cider donuts, apple, pumpkin, blueberry, 4-berry, strawberry rhubarb, peach, or cherry pies,muffins, cookies, and breads.
Where:
Connors Farm
30 Valley Road (Rt. 35)
Danvers, Massachusetts 01923
More information: Connors Farm- Danvers
Marini Farm Market
When: Opening day is May 1, 2021! The Farm Stand is fully stocked each year in May and is open through October.
What: asparagus, strawberries, Hot House Tomatoes, tomatoes, Plum and Cherry Tomatoes, corn, peas, Swiss Chard, spinach, peppers, cucumbers, Wax Beans, pumpkins, Shell beans, carrots, onions, beets, lettuce, broccoli, Pickling Cucumbers, Summer Squash, green beans, zucchini, leeks, eggplant, bakery items, Richardson's Ice-cream, Danvers Butchery meats, and specialty food items.
Where:
259 Linebrook Rd.
Ipswich, MA 01938
More information: Marini Farm- Ipswich MA
Salem Farmer's Market
When: Dates it opens for the season, and times it is open. Is it rain or shine?
What: Vendors
| Clark Farm – Danvers [facebook] |
| Heavens Harvest – New Braintree [facebook] |
| Long Hill Orchard – West Newbury [facebook] [instagram] |
| Merrimack Farm – Beverly [instagram] |
| Rowell Fishing Co / A& J Lobsters – Danvers |
| Rowand’s Seafood – Beverly [facebook] |
| Source Bakery – Beverly [facebook] [Instagram] |
| Uncommonly Good Baking Company – Swampscott [facebook] |
| Fixx Chocolates – Salem [facebook] [instagram] |
| Kim Gregory | Pure Pastry – Beverly [facebook] [instagram] |
Where:
Bentley School parking lot
25 Memorial Dr
More information:
Tendercrop Farm- Newbury and Wenham
When: Year round
What:
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Where:
Newbury, Massachusetts
108 High Road
Newbury, MA
978-462-6972
Wenham, Massachusetts
93 Main Street
Wenham, MA
978-468-0041
More information:Visit website
More Local Food Adventures on the North Shore
In addition to PYO farms, CSAs, and farmers' markets, there are plenty of other ways to enjoy the local food scene on the North Shore!
Sharing a great meal with family, our bestie, or our fun-loving neighbor is one of our very favorite activities. It feeds the soul as much as the body.
The North Shore and surrounding areas have some FANTASTIC local food truck options if you need fresh foodie ideas!
Are you heading to a new pop-up food truck venue? Email us at cheryllachendro@macaronikid.com and tell us about your experience!
Vibe Food Truck |
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we are a mobile kitchen catering company serving fresh, homemade authentic Italian & American bbq comfort food. we specialize in family parties, corporate events, luncheons, breweries and festivals.
Learn more about Vibe Food Truck/ Mobile Kitchen.
Metzy's |
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Metzy’s Taqueria Food Truck can be found around greater Newburyport serving award winning Mexican-Asian Fusion Fare and the truck is also available for Private Event Bookings. Please BOOK HERE for your next celebration or gathering.
Learn more about Metzy's Food Trucks.
3rd Alarm Wood Fired Pizza |
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WE PROVIDE HIGH QUALITY PIZZA WITH A COMPLETELY UNIQUE EXPERIENCE. ALL OF OUR PIZZAS ARE HAND MADE AND COOKED IN OUR WOOD FIRE OVEN THAT WE INSTALLED IN THE BACK OF A 1968 MACK FIRE TRUCK. A PERFECT FIT FOR CORPORATE EVENTS, WEDDINGS, FAMILY FUNCTIONS AND COMMUNITY EVENTS OF ALL KINDS.
OUR SPECIALTY IS PIZZA, BUT WE OFFER MUCH MORE! WE CAN PROVIDE THE PERFECT ACCOMPANIMENTS TO ANY PIZZA PARTY. WE OFFER CHICKEN WINGS AND STUFFED PEPPERS COOKED RIGHT ONSITE IN THE OVEN, ALONG WITH SALADS AND ANTIPASTO PLATTERS.
Learn more about 3rd Alarm Wood Fired Pizza
The Whoo(pie) Wagon |
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Baked with our finest fresh ingredients and baked daily to homemade perfection!
Topsfield Bakeshop is the official home of The Whoo(pie) Wagon.
ook the Wagon for a visit to your office, campus, wedding or private event.
How it works? Fill the Wagon with all your favorite items from the menu or have us customize flavors or colors allowing a unique and personal touch.
- Weddings
- Private Parties
- Bar/Bat Mitzvahs
- Graduation Parties
- Customer or Employee Appreciation
- College Commencement and year round campus events
- Nurse or Teacher appreciation visits
- Fairs and Festivals
- Brewery Pop-ups!
Learn more about the Whoo(pie)Wagon.
Joe's On A Roll |
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Joe's On A Roll Take Out & Food Truck
61 Federal Street, Beverly, MA 01915
Learn more or register today for {Camp name}!
Melt |
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Chef's John Wadkins and Jason Fiset left the restaurant scene and set out to bring their scratch made delicious food straight to the people with Melt the food truck. Their scratch truck offers delicious variations of poutine and pressed sandwiches or melts as we like to call them. You might also see other things on our menu and thats ok too :)
Learn more about Melt food truck.
Butter "UR" Biscuit |
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Butter "UR" Biscuit provides authentic Soul Food dishes that will activate the food lovers in all of us. Their mission is to create a memorable culinary experience using fresh quality ingredients prepared in a scratch made kitchen.The dishes will provide the foodie in you with a taste of comfort with health conscious options. You are welcome to follow us on our journey to Butter “UR” Biscuit by creating something new for Your Soul. You can visit them in Beverly or track down the food truck around the North Shore. Just be aware—when those fried macaroni & cheese balls are gone, they are gone.
For more information, visit butterurbiscuit.com. For food truck locations, follow them on social media @ButterURBiscuit.
Learn more about Butter "UR" Biscuit.
Walloon's |
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Haven't tried us yet? Today could be the day, come get a fresh buttermilk fried chicken sandwich and fries!
Learn more about Walloon's.
The Chicken & The Pig |
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Chicken & The Pig truck is more than just a place to grab lunch or dinner. It is a place to try out new flavors created by great chefs from local fresh ingredients. Grab your family or a group of friends and make a night of it!
We are located in "The Lot on South Main" right across from Richardsons at 145 South Main Street in Middleton, MA.
Kona Ice- Newburyport |
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Treat your taste buds to the most amazingly fine, flavored shaved ice this side of the islands. The Kona Ice experience will amplify any event! From our steel drum music to the signature Flavorwave(TM) where guests can flavor their own shaved ice, we guarantee to bring the fun and laughter.
