food

Published
November 28, 2024

On Thanksgiving, South Portland restaurant Taj gives away tons of free meals

By early afternoon, owner Sai Guntaka said the Indian restaurant was on track to give away between 1,000 and 1,200 free meals by the end of the day.
Published
November 27, 2024

Wabanaki cuisine pop-up teaches value of local sourcing

An Indigenous cuisine pop-up in Freeport drew hundreds of people last weekend.
Published
November 25, 2024

Abundance on the menu at Freeport Community Services

Freeport Community Services is gearing up for its annual free Thanksgiving meal event, thanks to the support of many local businesses and organizations.
Published
November 21, 2024

New Damariscotta shop offers selection of global flavors

From Coca-Cola-flavored Oreos to exotic candies, Barco Provisions has something for everyone. As co-owner Penn Way suggests, locals can eat worldwide "without leaving the state."
Published
November 20, 2024

From the Chocolate Church: Cultural fusion comes to life with ‘¡Hanukkah Mexicana!’

Published
November 18, 2024

Report finds that America is catching and eating a little less fish

America ate a little bit less seafood in 2022, as per capita consumption fell about 3% to 19.8 pounds in 2022, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's 'Fisheries of the United States' report.
Published
November 13, 2024

The Alna Store gains national recognition

Tucked away on Dock Road, The Alna Store has drawn praise from the James Beard Foundation to The New York Times. What’s its recipe for success? Owner Jasper Ludwig says it is all about believing in one's vision and fostering community.
Published
October 28, 2024

Skowhegan development group receives $200,000 grant to help Maine Grains, others

The grant from the Henry P. Kendall Foundation is expected to help fund equipment to allow Maine Grains in Skowhegan to turn local milling, cheesemaking, seaweed, blueberry and soy byproducts into high-fiber, high-protein packaged goods for sale to schools.
Published
October 24, 2024

The Savvy Palates presents talk on ‘the feng shui of dinner’ at Patten Free Library
Published
October 16, 2024

Midcoast fall flavors to check out this season

Four seriously good treats and eats to consider for your next autumnal splurge in Freeport, Bath or Brunswick.