When it comes to “The Side Dish Bible” by America’s Test Kitchen, our reviewer and his partner diverge. Are the recipes laborious and far too numerous? Or will the dishes they make beat the pants off the competition at the next office potluck?
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Food, dining and restaurant news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
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Green Plate Special: On Valentine’s Day, think sweet potatoes for your sweetheart
More local farmers are growing the tubers, which turn out to be a perfect pair for Maine maple syrup.
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Posted inFood & Dining, Recipes
In this flu-season comfort soup, chicken is a supporting actor
Simmered drumsticks give this Japanese dish its start, but kabocha squash is the star of the show.
Posted inFood & Dining, Recipes
Versatile make-ahead baking mix yields muffins in minutes
The dry mix keeps for months and lends itself to a host of sweet or savory taste combinations.
Posted inBusiness, Food & Dining
Can you get through a meal without your phone?
In one case, Maine diners will get a discount on their check in return.
Posted inBusiness, Food & Dining, Nation & World
Chick-Fil-A’s war with Popeyes drains supply of little chickens
Today’s broiler varieties, the ones raised for meat, average more than 6 pounds each. In 1925, they weighed 2.5 pounds.
Posted inFood & Dining, Restaurant reviews
Dine Out Maine: Is it a restaurant? A classroom? A vintage store?
However you define it, Vessel & Vine is terrific.
Posted inCookbook Reviews, Food & Dining, Recipes
Tortellini at Midnight: A memorable Italian indulgence
“A collection of comforting, family-friendly recipes and menus that we consider heirlooms to inspire your own,” writes author Emiko Davies. Her mother-in-law’s apple cake proved the point.
Posted inFood & Dining, Maine Gardener
Maine Gardener: The king of the elms is dead. Long live the heirs to the throne
Yarmouth’s beloved Herbie succumbed to Dutch elm disease 10 years ago, but thanks to amateur arborist John Hansel, you can buy a clone of the grand old tree and plant it in your yard.
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Number of Maine specialty food and beverage businesses keeps rising
Meanwhile, local economic development organizations are pitching in with advice and expertise.