International in scope, attractive to look at, this is a good resource for casual summer entertaining.
Food & Dining
Food, dining and restaurant news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
Observing Ramadan: Maine family expresses faith by sharing traditional Pakistani dish
At the same time, breaking from tradition, they devise ways to make the holiday food healthier.
Gardiner co-op to hold grand opening Saturday
The Gardiner Food Co-op & Cafe is holding the ceremony from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, featuring live music, food tastings, a raffle and kids’ activities.
Dine Out Maine: Arborvine in Blue Hill
The dinner was somewhat uneven, but you can’t go wrong with the setting, the seafood and the crème caramel.
Local food scene takes off in Belgrade Lakes village
New bakeries and take-out options augment traditional classics in the historic summer destination.
Sea Food: Lessons for all cooks emerge from tiny kitchen that sometimes tilts
This new summer column focuses on cooking in a boat.
In 2015, Fourth of July is hardly all hot dogs and hamburgers
Mainers who don’t eat meat enjoy holiday feasts of hearty salads, veggie burgers and more.
The Maine Ingredient: Simple – yet popular – side dishes fundamental to July 4th potluck
Classic macaroni salad and cole slaw don’t have to be same-old.
Cookbook review: ‘New England Farmgirl: Recipes & Stories from a Farmer’s Daughter,’ by Jessica Robinson
The organization is random, the writing banal and the subject matter faddish without offering much to the serious cook.
Treat tastebuds to heat from varied sources
A balance of flavors in spicy dishes helps keep fiery elements from dominating.