Chef Mimi Weissenborn will compete against 14 other rising star chefs for the largest grand prize in show history.
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Acclaimed Cape Elizabeth chef will lead soon-to-reopen Dry Dock
Dry Dock, a seafood spot in the Old Port that has been closed for several years, is prepping for a fresh start with an acclaimed chef at the helm. The space will be reopened early this summer, according to the Luke’s Lobster ownership team who leased the restaurant in October. The group announced Thursday that […]
Some restaurants no longer answer the call
Given all the ways to communicate, a small group of restaurants and food businesses find that the telephone is no longer a necessity.
Anthony’s Italian Kitchen closing in February
After 33 years, founder Anthony Barrasso is retiring just a few days shy of his 84th birthday.
James Beard Awards names 10 Maine semifinalists for 2025 honors
Nominees include Taj in South Portland and The Abbey in Brunswick, while 3 southern Maine chefs are nominated in the Best Chef: Northeast category.
New board game cafe coming to Westbrook
Owlbear’s Rest will have a library of several hundred tabletop games.
Henry’s Public House closing in Old Port
The restaurant’s last day will be Feb. 15.
Kittery bistro Anneke Jans closes after 20 years
The Wallingford Square bistro, which had been open since 2005, could not extend its lease.
Imbibe magazine hails Lucky Cheetah and Papi’s LyAnna Sanabria
The Portland entries were included on the annual Imbibe 75 list, which singles out the people and places likely to have an impact on the beverage world in the coming year.
Yuri’s Desserts opens on Spring Street in Portland
The Korean-style shop specializes in baked goods that aren’t overly sweet.