Swag Consigment Boutique Launches New Apparel Line

A brand new line of semi-formal dresses and petite and plus sized ladies apparel will allow Swag, the teen consignment boutique, to appeal to a broader customer base, according to the owner.

Swag Consignment Boutique has announced the launch of its own exclusive boutique dress and ladies apparel line. The brand new semi-formal dresses and apparel are sized for petite through plus sizes, and are in stock in time for the spring and prom season. Store owner Kaytee Guerriero explained it was a painstaking process to find and identify high quality fabrics suitable to her boutique, located at 67 High St. in the Danvers Village, near New Danvers House of Pizza. "I was used to meeting with designers, and attending shows in person where I could see, feel and touch the clothing," she said. "Things are run a little differently now, a lot of it is handled online, so that was a challenge." She went on to say that when several items came in…

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Breakfast and Sandwich Menu Planned For Maple Street's Danvers Bakery

The Danvers Bakery, in the former Saralena's Pastry space in the Square, is open and with it a breakfast and sandwich menu.

Folks in Danvers Square have another option when it comes to breakfast and lunch at the new Danvers Bakery, located at 16 Maple St. - right downtown. The bakery is in the same location as the former Saralena's Pastry, which opened nearly two years ago and was set to close due to an illness in the family. Sam Bentalha had been researching business opportunities when he heard the shop was for sale. With a background in owning and operating bakeries and restaurants, the businessman said he knew it was the right move for him, at the right time. The transfer of ownership dates to before the Thanksgiving holiday, but Bentalha admits he is still smoothing things out with the business, the menu and getting acquainted with his new town. "I know …

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Newest Arrival in the Square, Glitterati, Opens with Disney Prom Dress Trunk Show

Hand-picked by Disney to debut their Disney Forever Enchanted Prom Dress 2013 Collection, Glitterati aims to take prom season by storm.

Glitterati Prom and Pageant Superstore owner Katherina Mena has worked tirelessly to establish herself in the business world, while maintaining a solid reputation in the fashion industry - all before the age 30. With Glitterati in Danvers opening this week downtown, Mena's sister store to the Salem location has brought full service, upscale, high-end fashion to Danvers' younger set - just in time for the prom. The Danvers Glitterati already has exciting news to share. Disney is launching the Disney Forever Enchanted Prom 2013 Dress Line, an inspired collection sprung from the nostalgia of the beloved animated classic Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. Mena was hand picked to debut the collection in an exclusive trunk show that will run this …

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Orange Leaf Finds A Home On High Street

The franchise based out of California is a self serve frozen yogurt shop that is the third to open under owners James Alex and James Barberian.

James Alex and James Barberian are best friends who have more in common than just their first names, they are also business partners. The pair decided to start up an Orange Leaf franchise, and now have three frozen yogurt shops open and thriving. The first franchise opened in June of 2012, and is located in Lexington; shorty thereafter, they opened a second in Exeter, N.H. and now the third installment has finally opened after a few minor setbacks, in the location of the former Anthony's Deli in the Danvers square. The partners have a clearly defined recipe for success with the self serve yogurt chain, which is fairly new to the area, (although the concept has been around for a while), and the friends have designs on expanding further as …

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Local Businesses Offer Holiday Help For Your Merry Menu

Need help rounding out your holiday menu? Whether it's a small get together, an average sized party or a large corporate event, these local businesses have everything you need to bring the festive to your food!

"It's the most wonderful time of the year!" Lights are aglow, halls are decked and excitement is in the air. Holiday festivities are in full swing, with revelers partaking in the joys of the season most weekend nights, looking to squeeze every bit of merry out of the month. Once again the pressure is on to pull off the perfect holiday party of 2012. Menu is always of utmost importance, with many folks thinking about what their menu will feature as soon as the Thanksgiving china is safely packed away. Some choose to go all out with a big family sit-down, while others prefer a varied selection of hor devours to choose from while guests mingle. A wise woman once told me, “You don’t have to be the best cook, just know where to buy the best …

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Hostess Gift Ideas For Your Holiday Gathering

Whether you plan and order ahead or need something on the fly, these local vendors have got your hostess gift covered.

We all know, the holidays do not take place during one week or one day, rather ‘tis the whole season for friends, family and festive gatherings. Holiday house parties are the perfect setting to bring people together to enjoy the spirit of the season, “to eat, drink and be merry,” and toast one another on another year well-done. When venturing out to a holiday house party, most invited guests ascribe to the theory to never attend a party empty handed. Some opt to bring a dish for the table, others a nice bottle of wine; however you choose to thank your host for your invitation to their party, your hostess gift is your way of contributing to the spirit of the event. Knowing your host or hostess is key to picking out just the right theme for …

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Five Local Shops For Gift Giving Essentials

Check out these local businesses for unique holiday gifts your whole family will love.

Getting into the spirit of the holidays can be made easier by shopping early and keeping it local. From unique toys, designer handbags, accessories, customized artist-wear, jewelry and memorabilia, there is something for everyone on your holiday gift giving list. There are some great finds in smaller, local mom and pop shops located practically right in our own backyard. Danvers Patch has got you covered. We’ve compiled a short-list of five shops every shopper needs to check out during this holiday season to help find the perfect gifts for everyone on your list. 1: Green Elephant Toy Store: Their unique and timeless toys with a nod to nostalgia is just ones of the things that makes Green Elephant Toy Store in Danvers Square special. There …

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Corinna's Creations For Your Seasonal Gift Baskets, Cakes and Cookies

Danvers business owner Cory Grace credits repeat customers with helping her custom cake and gift basket business thrive.

While most folks are finalizing their Thanksgiving menu this week, Cory Grace will once again turn her kitchen into a full service bakery, churning out custom cakes, delicious cookies and special-occasion gift baskets, overflowing with all manner of confections. The owner of Corinna’s Creations has been building her small business for nearly a decade in the Danvers home she grew up in, located in the Prep area, all while working her day job as payroll clerk at Danvers Town Hall. A self described creative spirit, Grace has always enjoyed craft-making, painting and making wreaths, skills she utilizes for Corinna’s Creations in her cookie and cake decorating and building her unique special occasion baskets. Corinna’s Creations was born out of…

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21 Winters Of Warm Traditions for Local Stove Business

Warm Traditions Stove Shoppe owner Bob Raucci has sold his quality pellet, wood and gas stoves all over New England, from as far north as Kennebunkport, Maine and Vermont to south of Boston.

Warm Traditions Stove Shoppe has been keeping folks toasty with alternative heat sources for over two decades. Tucked alongside the Danvers Rail Trail on Pine Street next to the building that houses Pete’s-A-Place, the specialty stove business owned by Bob Raucci is celebrating its 21st winter this year. Despite rarely advertising and with few signs due to town bylaws, the business is still going strong under the careful guidance, and attention to quality, of Raucci. Originally from Peabody, Raucci came into the Warm Traditions franchise by chance. As a longtime teacher at the Essex Agricultural School in Danvers, Raucci was simply looking for seasonal work to make ends meet through the summers while school was closed. He partnered with …

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Londi's, One of the First to Rebuild in Danversport, Guarantees Freshness

Ted Londi grew up working in restaurants, and knew he could do it better, proving so when he opened Londi's Famous Roast Beef, Pizza & More in Danversport in 2009.

Londi's Famous Roast Beef, Pizza and More specializes in roast beef, salads and calzones. But their extensive menu has many more choices, from subs and triple decker club sandwiches to specialty pizzas that owner Ted Londi has learned to guage what's popular according the season. "Right now, we are selling a lot of roast beef and club sandwiches," he said. "But in the winter it's all steaks and dinners. But pizza is all the time, starting on Thursday through Sunday - it's all about pizza." At 116 Water St. in the Danversport, Londi's was one of the first businesses to open after the infamous Thanksgiving Day Blast shook the neighborhood back in 2005. This upscale takeout restaurant was designed with an open concept and plenty of seating. …

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