Also, Prentice Hospitality Group is opening a Portuguese-inspired seafood restaurant on Thames Street; Lorne Wine closing as owners become wine importers; Taj moving to a bigger space in SoPo; and Oun Lido’s aims to launch in a matter of weeks.
Tim Cebula
Staff Writer
Tim Cebula has been a food writer and editor for 23 years. A former correspondent for The Boston Globe food section, his work has appeared in Time, Health, Food & Wine, CNN.com, and Boston magazine, among other publications. He is also a former judge for both the restaurant and journalism portions of the James Beard Awards. He was most recently senior editor at Cooking Light magazine, where he worked for 13 years. Tim lives in Old Orchard Beach.
Indian restaurant Taj moving to larger South Portland location
The new space in the Shops at Clarks Pond is three times the size of the current Gorham Road restaurant.
The Wrap: Freeport may get a food truck park; Smoked to open Portland location
Also, Texas Roadhouse reopens after a fire, there’s a chocolate festival in Greenville, and more.
Dumplings bring luck – and family togetherness – for the Chinese New Year
Learn to make the iconic new year’s dish at home.
The Wrap: Linden + Front opening in Bath; Maples closes in New Gloucester
Plus, Blake Orchard aims to open juice-and-smoothie shops in Brunswick and Scarborough later this year; a West African culinary workshop in Brunswick; and Maine Restaurant Week returns for a 16th year.
It’s crunch time: A popcorn primer for awards season
With film awards in full swing and the Oscars looming on the horizon, it’s as good a time as any to level up your popcorn game. We have recipe and topper ideas to keep you popping all winter long.
The Wrap: Don’s Lunch Van finds new home in Westbrook; Damariscotta country store sold
Also, a new Mediterranean food stall opens in the Public Market House; Solo Cucina closes in South Portland; Bon Appetit magazine can’t wait for Oun Lido’s; and more.
Acton man dies in 2-vehicle crash in Lebanon
Henry Berthiaume, 32, was killed, according to the York County Sheriff’s Department,
Where to dine in Greater Portland during ‘locals season’
With the tourist throngs gone, winter is the perfect time for Mainers to enjoy the area’s most in-demand restaurants. Chefs and owners at 10 such venues offer insider intel for the best days and times to visit.
Saltwater Grille in South Portland closes to repair storm damage
Owners say they hope to reopen in about 2 weeks.