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Food & Dining
Food, dining and restaurant news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
The Maine Ingredient: Fish tacos migrate east – lucky us
The combo of crisp local fish, soft tortilla, varied toppings and unfried (but flavorful) black beans is a winner.
Give pizza and broccoli a hot new way to meet
Whip up pesto, sun-dried tomatoes and egg on flatbreads for an easy and satisfying dinner.
Browned butter and pecans tastefully dress asparagus
The veggie becomes cheaper in spring, so try lots of ways to enjoy it.
Fine sherry – dry or sweet – may be hiding in plain sight
Though we know connoisseurs love sherry, most of us ignore these often complex wines.
Vegetarian Kitchen: On-again relationship with plant-eating feels good after dabbling with meat
Mainers who gave up vegetarianism, then returned to it, are happy about it for health and ethical reasons.
Dine Out Maine: JP’s Bistro in Portland
At the friendly, welcoming neighborhood spot, be sure to finish your meal with bread pudding.
Matzo as pizza? No thanks, but lasagna is another story
For Passover, try this creamy white lasagna with sauteed mushrooms and onions.
Getting to know the deliciously darker side of cardamom
The assertive spice adds intensity to a gorgeous flourless chocolate cake.
TRAVELIN’ MAINE(RS): Hope
Hatchet Mountain Publick House features great food and service