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Goldfinch Creamery Cafe and Bakery to close Friday in downtown Gardiner

by Emily Duggan February 19, 2025February 19, 2025

The family-owned and run business, which opened at 316 and 318 Water St. in October 2021, quickly became a popular destination for ice cream, pastries and tea.

Food & Dining, Green plate special, Recipes

Experimenting with a local flour that may surprise you

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.

Food & Dining, Recipes

A cook and baker from Boothbay Harbor devises the perfect bagel for Maine

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.

Business, Central Maine Eats, Kennebec Journal, Local & State, News

Front & Main’s new executive chef brings seasonal menus to Waterville

by Ethan Horton February 12, 2025February 12, 2025

Matthew Zita began work at Front & Main over the holidays, but said he began implementing his vision for the restaurant last month.

Food & Dining, Things to Do

Craving a dozen bagels? Here’s more than a dozen places in Maine to get them.

by Aimsel Ponti and Amber Carter January 31, 2025February 3, 2025

From old-school spots to foodie favorites, there’s a ‘hole’ lot to try.

Food & Dining, Green plate special

Reduce the amount of meat in your diet with a gentle flexitarian approach

by Christine Burns Rudalevige January 30, 2025January 30, 2025

We’ve got a few tips to get you started, plus a tasty recipe for Extra Crispy Baked Orange Tofu with Broccolini that makes a strong case for meatless meals.