The leavener, probably developed in the 1940s, works magic, according to old-time Mainers.
Food & Dining
Food, dining and restaurant news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
Women’s sports bar to take over Noble BBQ site in Portland
The Sports Bra Maine is a franchise of an Oregon-based chain dedicated to showing women’s games. Noble is slated to close on July 12.
Late frost threatens Maine’s hard-hit wild blueberries
Dramatic temperature swings in May could shrink this year’s harvest, but it’s too early to know the extent of the damage.
When it comes to groceries, Maine shoppers know where their loyalties lie
Whether it’s deep discounts, unique offerings or that $1.50 hot dog deal, markets like Aldi, Costco, Market Basket, Trader Joe’s and Whole Foods all have their unique fans.
Skowhegan’s island has a new takeout spot
Mammy’s Kitchen started serving up food Wednesday. And yes, there’s still ice cream.
Dairy-free ice cream getting easier to find in western Maine
A quick guide to places to indulge in dairy-free ice cream options at western Maine shops.
A Topsham woman is reconnecting with her dad, 1 whoopie pie at a time
Jane Manchester has been cooking her late mother’s recipes for her elderly father as a way to share memories.
For children, the pages of books hold menus of tasty comforts
We asked a few experts why so many children’s books feature food.
Why this Maine-made naturally sparkling wine is everywhere | Column
As Oyster River Winegrowers was developing Morphos, the pét-nat style began blowing up.
Take a road trip through Maine’s food and drink trails this summer
We spotlight more than 15 delicious destinations for some of the state’s best nibbles and sips.