Residents spend about 34 percent more than a typical American for groceries, which could be because of our location and our tastes.
Food
Food, dining and restaurant news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
Posted inFood, News
Two Maine restaurants make Eater’s annual list of America’s Essential Restaurants
Eventide Oyster Co. is one of the ’38 most essential restaurants in the nation,’ and Palace Diner in Biddeford is cited for its breakfast sandwich
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Posted inCookbook Reviews, Food
Cookbook review: ‘Simply Ancient Grains’ worth getting acquainted with
Maria Speck’s new cookbook argues that farro, bulgur and millet can be part of a delicious daily menu.
Posted inFood, Recipes
Maine Ingredient: Celebrate the rebounding Maine scallop fishery with two delicious recipes
Fresh is best, whether you sauté them or make ceviche, so lucky us.
Posted inFood
A passion for tea fills Phyllis de Fano’s cupboards
The Portland resident has collected teapots for 50 years, and still uses her favorites to enjoy a cup of hot tea.
Posted inFood, Green plate special, Source
Dress your salad with xanthan gum? No, thank you
It’s easy, tasty and less wasteful to make your own dressing.
Posted inFood, Lifestyle, Nation & World, News
Drop that soda and put down the salt shaker, say new dietary guidelines
One critic of the new government report says it ignores scientific evidence of the link between diet and cancer.
Posted inFood, Recipes
Cucumber salad satisfies a taste for Thai
Plunge into sweet, sour and salty now that comfort-food season is over.
Posted inFood, Recipes
Nothing says lovin’ like custard from the oven
Here’s a formula for making puddings like this maple budino on the stovetop, too.