A short, new trail along Peters Brook in Blue Hill encourages the hiker to slow down.
Peggy Grodinsky
Staff Writer
Peggy Grodinsky has been the food editor at the Portland Press Herald since 2014. Previously, she was executive editor of Cook’s Country, a now-defunct national magazine that was published by America’s Test Kitchen. She spent several years in Texas as food editor at the Houston Chronicle, seven years at the James Beard Foundation in New York, and a (magical) year as a journalism fellow at the University of Hawaii. Her work has appeared in “Best of Food Writing” (2017) and “Cornbread Nation 4: The Best of Southern Food Writing” (2008).
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Books, Review
No shortage of complex human relationships in ‘The Limits of the World’
In her first novel, Jennifer Acker, an author who grew up in Maine, conjures an international family drama from several points of view.
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Posted inArts & Entertainment, Books
Looking for a cause to donate to? Try the library
You may not be Andrew Carnegie, but libraries around the state could use your help.
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Whiskey makers are making a play for climate-conscious drinkers
From sustainable sourcing of water and wood to monarch butterfly stations, spirit makers are becoming more ecologically aware.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Books, Review
‘The Revisioners’ reminds us of slavery’s long reach
Margaret Wilkerson Sexton’s new novel spans more than 160 years and several distinct story lines.
Posted inFood, Recipes
This roasted feta with grapes and olives is a salty, tangy powerhouse appetizer
It goes together with almost no effort, and takes only 10 minutes to prepare.
Posted inFood, Recipes
How to make panforte, Italy’s medieval-era fruitcake with a peppery kick
Enjoy Christmas in Tuscany, without braving the holiday airport crowds.
Posted inFood, Restaurant reviews
Dine Out Maine: At Enio’s, the feel may be low-key but the food is anything but
This under-the-radar South Portland restaurant serving mostly rustic Italian food gets four stars.
Posted inFood, Green Plate Special, Recipes
Green Plate Special: Selling seafood that helps the fish – and the fishermen
Portland-based Gulf of Maine Sashimi is on a mission to sell pristine fish from underused fisheries.
Posted inFood, Maine Gardener
Maine Gardener: What to buy the gardener on your list
In short, plants or tools. Or a surprise gift (read on) that may be the best of them all.