Mainers will vote on the referendum in November. Supporters say it takes power from corporate food interests. But opponents argue it could endanger animals and threaten food safety.
Peggy Grodinsky
Staff Writer
Peggy Grodinsky has been the food editor at the Portland Press Herald since 2014. Previously, she was executive editor of Cook’s Country, a now-defunct national magazine that was published by America’s Test Kitchen. She spent several years in Texas as food editor at the Houston Chronicle, seven years at the James Beard Foundation in New York, and a (magical) year as a journalism fellow at the University of Hawaii. Her work has appeared in “Best of Food Writing” (2017) and “Cornbread Nation 4: The Best of Southern Food Writing” (2008).
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Green Plate Special: Atlantic salmon have an upstream battle in Maine
The population is declining and that’s likely to continue, but there are other places to find the fish or species that can substitute.
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Posted inFood & Dining, Maine Gardener
Grow: Next year’s trees, shrubs and perennials
Now is the time to prowl garden centers and nurseries for bargains. Most people shop for trees, shrubs and perennials in the spring because they are out buying annuals anyway, plus they’re excited about the new gardening season. But for the health of the plants, the fall is just as good a time, if not […]
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Maine Gardener: Storing the harvest
As the gardening season draws to a close, it’s time to store the fruits (and veggies and tubers) of your labor.
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Sweet-sour reduced cider syrup enhances many an autumn dish, including apple pancakes
To make the syrup, double double boil and bubble for several hours – or buy it, if you prefer.
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The fight to slow the emerald ash borer grinds on
The invasive bug has spread to several communities in Maine, but the state hopes the release of wasps that attack it may help combat the threat.
Posted inFood & Dining, Vegan Kitchen
Dairy farmers have an opportunity, if only the state would help
Don’t milk cows. Grow plant-based proteins instead. The switch would benefit farmers, farm towns and the Maine economy, but government assistance is needed.
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It’s chili season. Time to ferment
Some like it hot, hot, hot.
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Goodbye, exposed brick walls and mismatched tables. Many of Portland’s newest eateries are embracing high-concept design
In these breweries, bars and restaurants, the design is as delicious as the food.
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Harvest: Potatoes, the time is nigh
Harvesting potatoes requires physical labor, a bit of dry weather and a promise to yourself not to be forgetful. As I mentioned earlier in the season, you can dig up a few new potatoes anytime you want them – either using a trowel to find a few potatoes while leaving the main plant growing or […]