restaurant industry
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PublishedFebruary 17, 2023
Elevated fast food has its moment with smash burgers and fried chicken sandwiches
Whether due to pandemic-era chaos, inflation or fine-dining burnout, newer local restaurants are leaning on iconic comfort food dishes previously relegated to the drive-thru lane.
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PublishedFebruary 12, 2023
Food-forward cocktails are in fashion for upscale bar programs
Echoing a national trend, savvy area bartenders are working savory foods into cocktails in ever-more surprising ways. 'If the drinks don't talk to the food and the food doesn't talk to the drinks, there's no cohesion," says a restaurant GP.
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PublishedFebruary 8, 2023
The Wrap: Lenora brings Mexican street food to Old Port
Also, Brea Lu Cafe is still looking for a new home in Westbrook, a farmers market is coming to Woodfords Corner, and the Talking Food in Maine series continues with Coffee By Design's co-founder.
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PublishedJanuary 25, 2023
The Wrap: Ruby’s moving to Congress Street, launching new French concept
Also, sustainable sushi darlings Rosella to open in Kennebunk; Maine-made foods, including the Maine Coast Monkfish Stew, make the finals at the Good Food Awards, and more.
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PublishedJanuary 22, 2023
What do Mainers say when it comes to the ethics of eating lobster? Pass the butter
Whether the fishery is harming the endangered right whale is a matter of vehement debate, but local chefs, restaurateurs, fishmongers and ordinary people are still cracking into Maine's iconic crustacean.
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PublishedJanuary 19, 2023
Local restaurants forge new paths in a post-pandemic market
Forced by labor and supply shortages to adapt their business models, some restaurant owners and chefs are making concept changes to stay viable and eventually thrive.
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PublishedJanuary 18, 2023
The Wrap: Bistro Leluco replaces Enio’s in South Portland
Also, Bake Maine Pottery Cafe to open this week on Washington Avenue, Maine Mead Works will close this month, Holy Donut launches a fourth location and more.
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PublishedJanuary 11, 2023
The Wrap: Little Woodfords will close at end of month, Belleville opens new location
Also, a gluten-free bagel company launches in North Yarmouth, George + Leon's Famous Roast Beef to open in Westbrook, and more.
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PublishedJanuary 8, 2023
Aragosta goes to Paris, and a culinary collaboration continues
After hosting Paris-based chef Braden Perkins last summer, Aragosta chef-owner Devin Finigan took her staff to France in November for a three-week research tour, including a pop-up dinner at Perkins' restaurant.
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PublishedDecember 11, 2022
Commentary: Maine’s senators need to act fast to save Maine’s farmers
We’re keenly aware that there’s no farm-to-table dining – at our restaurants or anywhere else – without farms.
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