From sustainable sourcing of water and wood to monarch butterfly stations, spirit makers are becoming more ecologically aware.
Life & Culture
Arts, entertainment, food and books news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
How to make panforte, Italy’s medieval-era fruitcake with a peppery kick
Enjoy Christmas in Tuscany, without braving the holiday airport crowds.
Dine Out Maine: At Enio’s, the feel may be low-key but the food is anything but
This under-the-radar South Portland restaurant serving mostly rustic Italian food gets four stars.
Maine Gardener: What to buy the gardener on your list
In short, plants or tools. Or a surprise gift (read on) that may be the best of them all.
Of plagiarism and pie
Does anybody own a beloved family recipe? And if so, who: The source of the recipe? The family matriarch? The subsequent generations?
Former manager plans to reopen Andy’s Old Port Pub
The new owners plan to keep almost everything the same.
Another Italian restaurant will take place of Vignola-Cinque Terre
The Miranda Group plans to open a bistro called Via Vecchia in the space on Dana and Wharf Streets.
Gemstones, lunar meteorites showcased at new museum in Bethel
A museum that houses the five largest lunar meteorites in the world opened Thursday.
BUSHNELL ON BOOKS: ‘Dachshund Through the Snow’ and ‘A Culinary History of Down East Maine’
A new Andy Carpenter mystery and a romp through Down East food history
Lucky Clark On Music: Marcia Gallagher
Hallowell music teacher to bring her holiday singalong show to Slates Dec. 16.