Let’s review a few of the top Sandwiches that we’ve featured over time. It’s an All*Star lineup.

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Coffee Time Bake Shop
Spells Coffee Shop & Market
Red Line Cafe
Lulu’s bakery and pantry
Sage’s Fusion Kitchen
Koto Asian Fusion
Salems Retreat
Georgia’s Pizza
Village Tavern Salem
The Babe Salem
Sammy’s Roast Beef & Seafood
Crave
The Tin Whistle

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Here are three suggestions for your dining pleasure in Salem today.

Gennaro’s Cutlet Counter at Salem Willows is open today and they are eager to see you.

Take a page from the Book of #BlueEyes and enjoy a meal at Bella Verona.

Maitland farm, kitchen, & spirits is setting a good tone on Derby Street.

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Over the last weekend #TheBaldOne decided that the time had come for his very first visit to Maitland farm, kitchen, & spirits on Derby Street. This section of Salem pavement holds special memories for our shy and unassuming protagonist, as he spent his innocent, carefree teen years along the Derby waterfront. He seems to recall this spot as a barber shop back in the day.

This experience will be covered in two separate posts. This one will be about the imported Jamon iberco, or Iberian Ham which sits in beautiful, serene repose on the bar. There are Spanish rules and regulations that apply to this dry-cured meat. It can only be made from pure Black Iberian Pigs or from 50% Black Iberian mixed with Duroc Pigs. Up until a few years ago it was very difficult to bring into this country.

Our hungry hero decided to explore it. How could he not? A small Charcuterie was put together and presented. With a smooth texture, and a rich, savory flavor accentuated by consistent marbling every bite was a treat. The old-school way of preserving certain meats is still the best way, and a few nibbles of this ham is proof.

This is a must try experience for both the carnivores and omnivores out there. Don’t delay.

Welcome to the neighborhood Maitland. We’ve ecstatic that you’ve come down from the mountain.

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Maitland farm, kitchen, & spirits is open for dinner this weekend.

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We don’t hear from our man #OverTheHill very often. But when we do, the photos are always clean, and his comments succinct and nicely composed. He enjoyed this Duckworth’s Mushroom Soup at Maitland farm, kitchen, & spirits very much. “Very delicious. Flavorful, rich, comfortable… but obviously you should experience it for yourself to come to your own conclusion.”

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Since #TheBaldOne has plans to hit Maitland farm, kitchen, & spirits this weekend, we thought we’d repost the first photos our HashTaggers the tall and debonair #SalemsBot and the lovely #BlueEyes sent us.

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Chicken Salad Sandwich at Maitland farm, kitchen, & spirits. Thank you #WeddingPlanner.

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This is the 3-Way Roast Beef Sandwich served at Maitland farm, kitchen, & spirits as photographed by #BlueEyes.

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Early yesterday afternoon we stopped into Maitland farm, kitchen, & spirits to say hello. It was a fine plan, except the place was packed to the rafters, with a short wait for a seat.

No worries. We’ll try again very soon.

In the meantime here are two shots from our last visit. First up is the epic Loaded Italian, and then a view of the Granny Jalapeño Mocktail.

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Something green at Maitland farm, kitchen, & spirits.

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Maitland farm, kitchen, & spirits would love to see you this weekend.

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Here’s our second post on the Sunday night visit by #TheBaldOne to Maitland farm, kitchen, & spirits. This wonderful, new spot on Derby Street across from the Blaney Street Wharf has already become a local destination.

The space is small, lit for mood, with a select menu featuring creative favorites with a fresh, local touch, and a few international features. There is a small bar, and dining room seating too. A nice touch on the menu is the Jean Louis Sandwich featuring Framani Ham.

Creative, and perfectly mixed Mocktails provide refreshment with vibrant colors and finely layered flavors. The Granny Jalapeño caught the eye of of our supposedly spicy hero, and after discussion with staff, the decision was made to try one. Made with Granny Smith apples, a moderate amount of jalapeños, spinach, lime, and a Tajin rim, this healthy green refreshment easily hit all of the fresh, delicious high points. Tajin is a Mexican spice mix using lime, chili peppers, and salt. It is perfect for the Granny Jalapeño.

Let’s move on to the bread and meat of the matter, the Loaded Italian. Every good sandwich starts with good bread. This one is no exception as the lightly toasted baguette serves it’s roll well with a little crisp to the bite, and a tasty, soft texture. Capicola, sopresata, Genoa salami, mortally, provolone, soteci, marinated tomatoes, arugula, and evoo are all stacked generously and drizzled with herb vinegar. This sandwich occupies it’s own space in Salem, is a true handful and napkins are required.

It was nice to run into some local acquaintances who were also exploring this new Maitland corner of our little world. Explore it for yourself soon.

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A Loaded Italian at Maitland farm, kitchen, & spirits.

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Maitland farm, kitchen, & spirits has some creative and beautiful Mocktails.

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Do you hear that? It’s the weekend beckoning to you. What are your plans? Will you hunker down and hide from the #HalloweenHordes? Or will you boldly dare to go where others fear to venture?

Our suggestion is simple. Pickering Wharf and points north would love to see you for lunch or dinner.

Scroll the photos to see a few temptations from VFW Witch City Post 1524, Amazing Pizza & More, Trade House, Brodies Seaport, Sea Level Oyster Bar & Kitchen, Finz Seafood and Grill, Jaho Coffee & Tea, Maitland farm, kitchen, & spirits, and last but certainly not least Longboards Restaurant & Bar.

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Enjoy the weekend wherever you may be.

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