Cheers to a beverage that embodies the flavors and aromas of alcoholic spirits, but without the potential hangover the next morning. Several Salem locales are offering zero-proof (nonalcoholic) cocktails as part of...
Author - Press Play Salem Tasting Team
Press Play Salem Tasting Team
Soup’s On: Where to find soup in downtown Salem
Wintery weather calls for something warm and cozy … like soup with pleasing texture, and flavors that blend and complement while appealing to the eyes. Here are five(ish) to try in downtown Salem. Soup for my Family...
West Salem Winery Highlights
Go for wine, stay for food and music because there is no shortage of it being offered at a number of West Salem wineries including… Bethel Heights Vineyard A family business in the truest sense, Bethel Heights has been...
Burger Bites: Where to find the best burgers in Salem
We are firm believers that different burgers satisfy different cravings. The diner burger, the gourmet burger, the veggie burger — we want, no, we NEED, them all. Fortunately, Salem meets that need. Here’s a rundown of...
Let’s Get Fresh: Grab a Salad in Salem
Wholesome. Healthy. Robust. Salad. Salem restaurateurs are helping amp up the offerings for how you get your greens in ways that are anything but basic. Here are a few highlights about the salads we’re eating lately…...
3.14 is Pi(e) Time
Editor’s Note: This story was updated on March 12, 2021. Half-a-dozen pizza joints to get your pie time on… In honor of Pi Day (March 14), we set out on a pizza pilgrimage (don’t worry, we also selected a...
That’s Hot: Where to get Warm Winter Cocktails in Salem
As the temperature drops, warm your winter with a hot cocktail. Ranging from the traditional, such as a Spanish Coffee, to the unique, Pumpkin Shrub, these adult beverages embody winter and the holidays. No matter the...
The Hole Story:
Salem’s Donut Scene
Story updated February 5, 2021 Doughnut. Donut. It doesn’t matter how you spell it, it’s one of America’s favorite pastries and that’s no different in Salem. In the last year, the local donut scene has...
