Exports of U.S. lobster to China have rocketed in the past few years, largely to satisfy the appetites of the communist country’s growing middle class.
Food & Dining
Food, dining and restaurant news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
Maine institute: Students should know seafood source
Gulf of Maine Research Institute wants colleges to use its labels that show local, sustainable harvests.
Dine out Maine: Miyake offers extraordinary food informed – but not stifled – by Japanese tradition
Pork or sushi? No wrong choices here.
Mastering the art of deglazing a pan with steak au poivre
If you like big, meaty flavors, you’ll want to learn how to make pan sauces.
Chocolate fondue for your Valentine
Following this recipe could result in some timely smooching.
Cookbook review: ‘Madeleines: Elegant French Tea Cakes to Bake & Share’ by Barbara Feldman Morse
From the traditional sweet to the highly untraditional savory (Chipotle Madeleines, anyone?), this cookbook offers sound instructions and surprising recipes.
These Valentine’s treats will win hearts and are (mostly) heart healthy, too
Vegan truffles and filled beets speak of true love.
The Maine Ingredient: Elegant dinner at home can be sweet and cozy
Stay warm while enjoying fast and delicious Chicken with Mushrooms, Leeks and Cream.
Red beans and rice offer good reasons to celebrate
For Mardi Gras, or any Tuesday, it’s a meal that gives a lot for little cost.
Feeling better about Bordeaux, thanks to 2010
You don’t need to be rich or a name-dropper for these wines.