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Food & Dining
Food, dining and restaurant news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
Pack in protein – and save the budget – with beans and rice
It’s a classic combo, especially in spicy Creole cuisine, and as Mom used to say, ‘It’s a complete protein!’
Dine Out Maine: Ebb & Flow in Portland
This new Mediterranean-inspired restaurant is a stunner, but it doesn’t have food to match.
You know the scent, now learn to love the flavor of roses
Rosewater, an essential ingredient in the Middle East and India, is an easy way to add a touch of the exotic to your baking.
Soft pretzels a tasty treat, with a twist
Easy-to-work dough allows for artistry in design.
TRAVELIN’ MAINE(RS): Rockland
Cafe Miranda offers “Adventures in Comfort Food” and lots more
Doctor, author, chefs see less meat on Maine’s table
More omnivores show an interest in healthier eating, adding to an apparent swing toward plant-based diets.
White wines made in the oxidative style especially appealing in winter
Full-bodied and earthy, they may surprise those who usually reach for reds.
Rid of excess water, tofu is a flavor sponge
When it’s pressed, even a devoted carnivore relishes sauteed tofu with vegetables and a chili-orange sauce.
The Maine Ingredient: Citrus fruits bring all kinds of brightness, just when we need it
Broiled grapefruit, Moroccan chicken and chocolate-orange pound cake are just a few zesty recipes to consider.