Seasonal Specials at Local Restaurants

The leaves on the trees are in prime condition. The deep reds, oranges, and yellows are a vibrant reminder that we have a few precious weeks of autumn before they are bare and grim.

Local restaurants are savoring autumn by serving fall flavors in their drinks, appetizers, entrees, and desserts.

One local favorite, Jaime’s Restaurant on 25 High St., has created the ultimate fall concoction.

The now famous Pumpkin Martini combines five elements to essentially epitomize autumn in a glass. They start with Van Gough Caramel Vodka, and next comes Smirnoff Vanilla flavored vodka.

The key is a pumpkin spiced liqueur, from which the drink gets its name. A squirt of whipped cream and a cinnamon sugar rim around the glass complete this seasonal sensation.

Jaime’s has a fall flavor to its foods too. The Pan Seared Scallops are served with a Butternut Squash Risotto and a Tarragon Cream Sauce. If you’re not into seafood, go for the Lobster and Mozzarella Arancinis. Arancinis are a dish said to have originated in Sicily. They’re fried rice balls coated with breadcrumbs and stuffed with varying ingredients.

Don’t wait until Thanksgiving to treat yourself to desert. Jaime’s Grand Marnier Cake includes the popular after-dinner spirit and it is topped with whipped cream and a light orange drizzle ($5.19).

Jaime’s has its full menu available beginning at 11am every day. Call ahead for seating or take out at 978-655-4735.

Over at the Ninety Nine Restaurant on Chickering Road, the folks over there have updated their interior as well as their menu.

Just in time for fall, one of their new menu items has a perfect autumn vibe, the Maple Whiskey Sirloin. This sirloin steak is flame broiled, glazed with a savory maple whiskey sauce and crowned with crisp onion petals. This nine ounce slab of perfection costs $13.99. It’s served with your choice of two sides, with the choices being bistro salad, potatoes, or vegetables.

You can also top any steak at the Ninety Nine with sautéed mushrooms, onions, and peppers which costs an extra $1.29.

In the desert department, the Ninety Nine has you covered with a seasonal special that is a New England tradition. Their Cinnamon Apple Crisp includes warm spiced apples covered with a crispy, crunchy topping. It is served with a cold scoop of vanilla bean ice cream and goes for $4.99.

The Ninety Nine is also open every day at 11a.m.

Down on Osgood Street is another North Andover favorite, Joe Fish.

Their Crème Brulee Martini includes all of the colors, flavors, and spices you would expect from an autumn inspired drink. It includes Absolut Vanilla vodka, Frengelico and Bailey’s. It’s drizzled with caramel sauce and sprinkled with cinnamon.

For dinner, go for one of their hot, comforting, baked dinners that will keep you warm as the temperatures drop.

The Deluxe Lobster Pie features fresh lobster tails and claws baked with butter and topped with seasoned cracker crumbs.

For the patrons who prefer the turf over the surf, go for Sally’s Chicken, chicken breasted coated with sour cream and crusted with parmesan cheese for $13.99.

Joe Fish opens its doors at 11:30 on weekdays and at noon on weekends. Call ahead for seating or take-out at 978-685-3663.

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