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Portland distillery’s gin is finalist in national contest

Hardshore Distilling Co. is a finalist, and fans can vote online.

Ravioli first, followed by tomato sauce and poppy seed dressing.

Island Creek Oysters’ new shop in Portland will feature local and New England oysters.

Hoxbill, for casual fine dining, and the Japanese brew pub Kurafuto will open year-round on the waterfront.

by Staff Report August 30, 2017

A seafood restaurant chain gave away 100 lobster rolls to customers who signed a petition calling for a lobster emoji.

by Bryan Flewelling August 30, 2017August 29, 2017

The New York winery avoids silly names and cutesy labels, but its products are splendid to drink.

Writer Zoe Adjonyoh gives clear instructions for ‘traditional Ghanaian recipes re-mixed for the modern kitchen.’

Patrons recall what it was like to eat at the spot once considered the city’s best special occasion and most romantic restaurant.

by MELISSA D'ARABIAN August 30, 2017August 29, 2017

The dip is whipped up in seconds, and it only uses three ingredients.

by Avery Yale Kamila August 30, 2017February 20, 2018

Two new plant-based restaurants open, one in Brunswick, the other in Northeast Harbor.