Also, Maine Foodscapes hosts a gala fundraiser; the 15th annual Open Creamery Day is set for Sunday; a collaborative dinner at Bar Futo explores sustainability issues; and more.
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.
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Maine’s prepared meal services deliver on convenience
Here’s the lowdown on seven of the top prepared meal companies in the state, and how they can help make your weekly meal planning a snap.
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Owners of Mainely Burgers revamp former Smaha’s Legion Square Market in South Portland
Max Barber and his brother and co-owner will put their culinary expertise to use by introducing a selection of prepared foods, sandwiches, and house marinades to the market.
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The Wrap: Allagash wins Brewery of the Year at Great American Beer Festival
Plus, Peng’s Pizza Pies opens in Biddeford; Rococo’s Dessert Bar launches in Kennebunk; more awards for Bixby chocolates; a spate of new reviews and accolades from national media outlets about food in Maine; and free coffee from Aroma Joe’s this Friday.
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Allagash named brewer of the year at Great American Beer Festival
Great American is the most widely entered beer competition in the country, with more than 2,000 breweries submitting entries this year.
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Walk a day in the shoes of Josh Miranda, the Old Port’s ruling restaurateur
He grew up on Portland’s Munjoy Hill, working in restaurants since he was 8 years old. Now he owns four within less than two blocks in the heart of the city – with another on the way.
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Whether you like it or not, it’s pumpkin spice time
Each autumn for the last two decades, pumpkin spice turns up in everything from beer and lattes to pastries and ice creams – even soaps and scented brooms. Maine makers have developed plenty of products to meet the demand.
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The Wrap: Monte’s pizza in demand after Barstool review; Maine Cheese Award winners
More national plaudits for Portland restaurants, and Oak & Embers opens in Buxton.
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The winners and losers of Maine’s 2023 growing season
Area farmers faced unusual weather conditions this summer, from a late spring frost to persistent hard rains. Based on their reports, here are the crops that fared the best and worst in Maine (so far).
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Portland restaurant and shop Maker’s Galley closing
The Commercial Street business that showcases Maine-made products opened about 2 years ago.