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Leslie Bridgers
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Leslie Bridgers is a columnist for the Portland Press Herald, writing about Maine culture, customs and the things we notice and wonder about in our everyday lives. Originally from Connecticut, Leslie came to Maine by way of Bowdoin College and never left. She joined the Portland Press Herald in 2011 as a reporter and spent seven years as the paper’s features editor, overseeing coverage of arts, entertainment and food.
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Start your whiskey collection with these 10 bottles
A proper sherried malt is a beautiful thing to behold. Burgundy liquid brimming with the richness of over-ripened stone fruit, it balances aromatic intensity against structural nuance. While a seasoned whisky enthusiast might count one as the ultimate dram, savvy investors see it as an ideal asset. The Macallan 25 – a bottle exhibiting all […]
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Tap Lines: Maine breweries aim to reduce their impact on the environment
Their efforts include recycling programs, solar installations and capturing carbon dioxide.
Posted inFood & Dining, Things to Do
Bar Guide: Follow the birthday gal on her ideal Portland pub crawl, for non-pandemic times
The seven places Angie Bryan would celebrate the week leading up to her birthday.
Posted inArts & Entertainment
Art review: Experimental photography on display in joint exhibits at MECA
‘Tory Fair: Portable Window’ and ‘Parallax/Geography’ are running through Feb. 28.
Posted inFood & Dining, Maine Gardener
Maine Gardener: Be constructive this winter and build something
It’s a good time for a project that you’ll be grateful for during growing season.
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Stay warm with a cold one at these Maine breweries
Ten breweries with the best outdoor seating areas for winter.
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Bar Guide: Vespertino is the local liqueur you need to try
The tequila crema is a product of the Portland-based Northstar Brands.
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Tap Lines: Where to find Maine’s best craft beer shops
In the city or at the mountain, there’s sure to be one somewhat nearby.
Posted inFood & Dining, Maine Gardener
Maine Gardener: Don’t delay in submitting seed orders
Start scouring those seed catalogs before everything sells out.