An American louse wrought havoc on most – but not all – vineyards in Europe and beyond in the late 1800s. Try two wines from vineyards that escaped the scourge.
Life & Culture
Arts, entertainment, food and books news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
If you’re going to do citrus, do it with zest
There are so many ways to preserve citrus; here are more than a few to get you juiced.
Celebrate President’s Day with a Cherry Bounce
The spiced cordial was a favorite of George Washington’s.
For some people, lack of love at first bite is real
We asked Portlanders what food, drink and dining habits would make them say no to a second date.
Cookbook review: ‘Theo Chocolate: Recipes & Sweet Treats from Seattle’s Favorite Chocolate Maker’
From the exotic (roasted carrots with chocolate sauce) – to the sumptuous (salted caramel tart), if it’s made with chocolate, you’ll find it.
Borealis to close Portland bistro, focus on wholesale bread
The bistro’s owner says the building is being sold, and he plans to focus on the wholesale side of his bakery business.
TRAVELIN’ MAINE(RS): Fairfield
Make sure you find your way to the Dancing Elephant
Bernie Sanders makes ‘SNL’ appearance with Larry David
The NBC comedy show resisted the temptation to have the Vermont U.S. senator appear next to David as he was playing him, however.
Veggies can begin new generation of food
Cuttings of scallions, celery, lettuce can be sprouted in water for garden planting in spring.
300 rare and famous guitars coming to New York City auction
Among the top highlights for the Feb. 27 auction is a 1952 Gibson Super 400 CES 7-String made for late studio guitarist Tony Mottola that could bring as much as $100,000.