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Making spring rolls isn’t as complicated as you’d think

Granted, Oun Lido’s chef Bounahcree Kim actually did the lion’s share of the work, when I tackled item no. 6 on my 2025 culinary bucket list.

by Christine Burns Rudalevige August 6, 2025August 6, 2025

Federal funding for the classes was eliminated by Congress. To keep these classes going, Mainers will need to ‘Put a little more grit into the game.’

Step outside your comfort zone and try a tomato in a dessert. It’s a fruit, after all.

This childhood treat has grown up and gone to finishing school.

Four Portland food professionals share how they’ve incorporated prized recipes from their mothers into their restaurant and bakery menus.

At local theaters, a recent run of food-related shows requires careful consideration for the food on stage.

by Christine Burns Rudalevige February 13, 2025February 12, 2025

There’s a learning curve as you learn to use Maine Grains’ Organic Black Bean Flour, but expect healthful payoffs.

by Kenyon M. King February 13, 2025February 13, 2025

She adapted the classic flavors of New England anadama bread to a bagel, a humble bread that originated in Poland.

by Cathy Larkin January 21, 2025January 21, 2025

Kathy Larkin’s new husband was stationed in Scotland. The couple lived there for 3 years, returning to Maine with memories, recipes and a new baby.

Did we mention that they’re environmentally friendly, too?