After a disappointing season last year, the flowers are blooming splendidly in 2024 and the harvest is early.
Food
Food, dining and restaurant news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
Posted inFood & Dining, Green plate special, Recipes
Walnut oil made the old-fashioned way is dear, but is worth every euro
At a picturesque walnut press in France, the oil is still made the traditional way, and its flavor can’t be beat.
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Posted inFood & Dining, Vegan Kitchen
From pop-ups to food trucks to coffee shops, vegan news from around the state
The options continue to expand.
Posted inFood & Dining, Things to Do
Make a plan to attend the Maine Lobster Festival, July 31 to Aug. 4
The annual event takes place in Rockland.
Posted inFood & Dining, Things to Do
Aw, shucks: Steamer the clam opens up about life as a festival mascot
The face of the Yarmouth Clam Festival answers our questions about the best parts of the event, what it’s like to watch the shucking contest and life in the off-season.
Posted inFood & Dining, Maine Gardener
Why plant American chestnut seedlings that are almost certainly doomed?
The answer lies in genetics and a dogged quest for immunity from blight.
Posted inBusiness, Food & Dining, Local & State, News
Maxwell’s in Cape Elizabeth to close strawberry farm after 5 decades
The owners said the decision was in the making for some time, and this season’s abrupt ending because of a fruit fly infestation was not the deciding factor.
Posted inFood & Dining, Recipes
This twist on cole slaw is crunchy, creamy and bright
South Portland home cook Sam Cohen adds a few nonstandard ingredients to his slaw.
Posted inFood & Dining, Maine Gardener
Take these steps to grow tomatoes successfully
Columnist Tom Atwell has learned the hard way to pay more attention to his tomato plants. Last year, he got just two slicer tomatoes. (The wet weather was no help.)
Posted inBusiness, Food & Dining, Life & Culture, Nation & World, News
From ‘latte makeup’ to ‘girl dinners,’ TikTok has launched tons of trends. Will its influence last?
While the company is mired in political wrangling, its business influence is huge and undisputed.