Thanksgiving

Published
December 4, 2021

Penobscots do not want ancestors’ scalping to be whitewashed

Members of the Penobscot Nation in Maine have produced an educational film addressing how European settlers killed Indigenous people during the British colonial era.
Published
November 28, 2021

Green Plate Special: Stumped by how to use up the leftover cranberry sauce?

Here is a cornucopia of options for making use of that one last thing in the fridge.
Published
November 28, 2021

Jim Fossel: This year in particular, we have a lot to be thankful for

Yes, it’s getting colder and darker – but consider all that we’ve weathered over the last 12 months.
Published
November 24, 2021

Our 2021 Mainers to Be Thankful For

Even as the pandemic continues to test our society and how we relate to one another, we don't have to look far to find people who, every day, disregard differences to help their fellow humans. Our 2021 Mainers to Be Thankful For have provided housing, clothing, comfort and support to people in their communities – often strangers – with only the satisfaction of making a difference in return. We hope that by sharing their stories, they serve as examples for us all.
Published
November 21, 2021

Portland bookseller is grateful for the time he gains baking pie

Print: A Bookstore co-owner Josh Christie has (finally) found a hobby.
Published
November 21, 2021

Choose your Thanksgiving menu: Simple or show-stopping recipes for your holiday meal

Two dynamite menus: Pick one or mix and match.
Published
November 21, 2021

In time for Thanksgiving, the air-fryer makes a new convert

It frees up oven space, and air-fried Brussels sprouts make a strong argument for the appliance.
Published
November 17, 2021

The Wrap: New restaurants in Portland, and Sam Hayward talks shellfish

Aroma Joe's opens in the Forest Avenue Hannaford, holiday beer and cheese pairings, and happy Beaujolais Day.
Published
November 14, 2021

Vegan Kitchen: With these Thanksgiving centerpieces, you won’t even miss the turkey

This year and every year, Maine vegans are grateful for warming entrees from nut loaf to vegetable Wellington.
Published
November 14, 2021

Green Plate Special: Freezing pie crusts can help save on time and cleanup

You can also freeze whole, unbaked pies ahead of time to reduce stress on Thanksgiving.