Anya is one of those restaurants that absolutely looks like a five‑star experience the moment you…read morewalk in. The space is gorgeous, the vibe is elevated without being stuffy, and on most nights the service really shines. It's the kind of place you want to love. But our Easter brunch left me feeling more "hmm" than "wow." We opted for the 7‑course holiday tasting, which sounded festive and ambitious, but the execution didn't quite match the promise. Courses arrived beautifully plated, but several felt more conceptual than flavorful, and the pacing never fully found its rhythm. For the price point and the occasion, I was hoping for a bit more sparkle -- something that made the meal feel truly celebratory, as well as plentiful. The kids' options were another miss. While I appreciate that Anya aims for an elevated dining experience, the selections didn't feel particularly kid‑friendly. When you're trying to keep little ones happy through a long, multi‑course brunch, having approachable, familiar choices goes a long way. Here, the offerings felt more like scaled‑down adult dishes than something designed with kids in mind. That said, the staff was warm, the atmosphere was lovely, and there were moments where the meal hinted at what Anya does best. There's clearly talent in the kitchen and pride in the presentation -- it just didn't fully land this time. Overall, a beautiful spot with potential for a standout holiday experience, but our Easter brunch fell somewhere in the middle. Cheers

It would be difficult to find a more beautiful venue than Anya's. It's lovely both inside and out…read more On this warm evening, we arrived early and dined al fresco in the shade. We ordered: * Brie Tart: pastry, blackberry, thyme, walnuts, honey, dressed micro green. $18 * Stuffed Gulf Shrimp: mirepoix, bell pepper & breadcrumb stuffing, potato puree, spinach, lemon, lobster sauce. $44 * Duck a l 'Orange: crispy seared breast, grand mariner & orange reduction, roasted fennel, parsnip puree, blackberry. $42 Ice water and two glasses of wine found their way to our table quickly, the service was excellent throughout our meal. Delicious warm rolls with tasty, salted butter arrived soon after. We were dining early so our view was quiet and beautiful. We also able to score a table in the shade, there is limited shade available outside. Yhe tart was good, though I think a warm version would be better. The shrimp were nicely cooked and very tasty and I thought the stuffing was delicious. My co-diner was less impressed with the stuffing, though overall I think this was a well executed dish. Unfortunately, the Crispy Duck a l 'Orange was anything but, the duck skin was soggy and the duck a little too rare. A rare miss, pardon the pun, for Anya's. I don't like to return a dish during dinner, as it disrupts the flow. So, I ate the duck which wasn't bad, but a premium price does infer the food is going to be properly prepared. That said, we will certainly return!

I hired Peppers to cater the reception for my photography exhibition at the IFS Gallery in…read moreNewburyport, MA. From my first call with the wonderful Dianne Stahl, straight through to the event itself, working with Peppers was easy, non-stressful, and downright fun. We chose a menu to compliment the Cuban photos, and made sure there were choices for vegans, vegetarians and carnivores. The crew that arrived to help (server, bartender) couldn't have been nicer or more helpful. Honestly! It was literally ZERO stress for me. The food was delicious and the choice of a prosecco for the cocktail was a great recommendation. I would work with Peppers again in a heartbeat, and I recommend them in the highest possible terms!

All there food tease like it was frozen apps. The service was ass because none of the wait staff…read moreknew anything about the food that they were severing . The ambiance was awful . Save your money if you ever want to book a event with them

They catered our wedding and it was done to absolute perfection. The cocktail hour food was…read moreeverything we were hoping for. The cocktails were perfect all night! The dinner came out hot, incredibly delicious, and in record time for all guests (200+ person wedding) we can't say enough good things about grace & grit + staff! Amazing food. Amazing drinks. Amazing staff. They take it seriously and they know what they're doing! They truly helped make our wedding day everything we could've imagined and more.

I was planning a simple barbecue for about 60 guests to celebrate my wife's birthday…read more Then I met Jennilee, Stefanie, and Kim. Their creative ideas blew me away. Being the realist I am, I never thought they could meet the expectations they created. These talented women and their support staff far surpassed the wonderful picture they described. You would have thought this was a wedding. The lobster sliders were delicious as were the fish tacos and the many other passed dishes during the first few hours of casual cocktails and tapas. Guests were coming up for seconds and thirds of the assorted main dishes. The night was topped off with freshly ground and brewed coffees as well as espresso and a assortment of fragrant teas They left the kitchen spotless Grace and Grit is far and away one of the best catering teams I've every experienced. I can't wait to do it again

The food here is amazing! Everything is super delicious and flavorful and made to order! The…read moreworkers are especially attentive to all your needs. If something is not to your satisfaction, they make sure to correct the issue immediately. I really appreciated how the workers here are willing to give you whatever you need. Their banquet hall is also a hit! I would definitely recommend if you are throwing an event.

Their buffets are very good with varied items that offer great taste. Plenty of appetizers and…read moreeven complimentary drinks. Generous amounts of beef dishes as well. I particularly like the beef paya and their wait service is satisfactory. We thoroughly enjoy our visits to the restaurant each time.

I truly cannot say enough good things about Mickey and the dessert/candy bar she put together for…read moremy wedding. She knew I wanted a black and gold Great Gatsby theme she seriously nailed it! Everything was black and gold down to the black rock candy. It was definitely one of the best parts of my wedding. Mickey was so easy and wonderful to work with, and she was so genuinely happy to see me on my wedding day, which is something I'll remember forever. I'll definitely find a way to have another candy bar for something in my life just so I can work with Mickey again!

I can not say enough good things about them! They truly go above and beyond for their clients. I…read moreused them for my candy/dessert bar for my baby shower. Everyone loved all the desserts and the candy bar was a hit with the little ones. I am very particular and don't like much color and they accommodated all my requests. I also had difficulty finding other vendors due to Covid and Mickey just asked me what I wanted and did EVERYTHING for me! I just had to approve colors and designs. It was such a great experience. I highly recommend them!

Loved, loved, loved our wedding cake and loved, loved, loved Susan! She is so east-going, relaxed,…read moreand dedicated to creating the right cake. Our cake was not only delicious, it was also so beautiful! Would recommend her a thousand times over!!!

Tried these at a family members bridal shower. The cupcakes were very dry and the icing didn't have…read moremuch flavor :(

We had a great experience with The Little Ice Cream Truck! They had all the ice cream flavors you…read morecould think of, the crew were so sweet and helpful and the truck was spotless. You will be so happy to have them at your next party or event!

Sweet treats served by the sweetest woman! The owner of The Little Ice Cream Truck pulled right…read moreinto my driveway, where neighbors congregated to enjoy an impromptu ice cream party. It was the perfect casual party for my 11-year-old daughter, who has severe social anxiety. With her blue Batman ice cream in hand, surrounded by friends, she was all smiles! The little red truck itself was so sleek, unique, and fun to see! Thank you Little Ice Cream Truck!

I went here with the holidays and was a big fan. The prime rib was so tender and juicy. I was very…read moreimpressed. We got the chicken wings and arancini for apps, the chicken wings were juicy and crispy. Definitely the move to get the sauce on the side. Atmosphere was nice, not too loud or crazy. A little bit of an older crowd though. Service was great, our waitress was great at tending to our needs. I will be making the request to visit when I'm back for a visit.

There was 4 of us for dinner and everyone's meals were great . Waitress was great and lots of…read moregluten free dishes on the menu . Even Mac n cheese was gluten free. The bar area was busy but service was great .

I was very surprised by this winery, as it's the first one where I've enjoyed all the reds. By…read morenature, I don't care for most reds but the two they had on their tasting menu were both delicious (Mardi Gras Red and Fawn Brook Red). My favorite was the Mardi Gras White, which was a little heavy but bright and "bouncy", I could definitely see it sipping it while partying down Bourbon Street. The winery has outdoor and indoor seating with ample parking available. The bathrooms are very clean but a little small. The hosts, who happened to be the owners, were fun and talkative, and provided interesting conversation and background information on the wine and winery.

I came to Chateau ale Gari with very high expectations based on my friends feedback, but I was not…read moreimpressed. All the wines included in the tasting (June-July 2019) was not to my taste. They were either very dry or tart. What I learnt is that they constantly change the wine included in the tasting. There are plenty of indoor seating and the staff are friendly and knowledgeable. I can give this place another try and probably update my review.