But people are eating more healthy foods along with the junk.
Food
Food, dining and restaurant news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
Signature Dish: For Mumbai native, now in Boothbay, lamb biryani is a taste of home
The layered flavors of Cherie Scott’s Indian dish remind her of the love her mother showed for her family in the kitchen.
Cookbook review: ‘Make Ahead Bread: 100 Recipes’ by Donna Currie
Our reviewer was skeptical, but it seems more time can mean less hassle when baking bread.
Getting to know Belgian endive with the help of cheese
A bubbly, comforting gratin spotlights the versatility of this member of the chicory family.
American lobster: the new Chinese New Year delicacy
Exports of U.S. lobster to China have rocketed in the past few years, largely to satisfy the appetites of the communist country’s growing middle class.
American lobster: The new Chinese New Year delicacy
Exports of U.S. lobster to China have rocketed in the past few years, largely to satisfy the appetites of the communist country’s growing middle class.
Maine institute: Students should know seafood source
Gulf of Maine Research Institute wants colleges to use its labels that show local, sustainable harvests.
Dine out Maine: Miyake offers extraordinary food informed – but not stifled – by Japanese tradition
Pork or sushi? No wrong choices here.
Mastering the art of deglazing a pan with steak au poivre
If you like big, meaty flavors, you’ll want to learn how to make pan sauces.
Study: Not all dark chocolate is dairy-free
FDA tests 93 chocolate bars; finds 55 contain some level of milk.