Officials planned to update the state’s inspections database five years ago, but it still hasn’t happened.
Food & Dining
Food, dining and restaurant news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
Posted inBusiness, Food & Dining
The Wrap: Drifters Wife closes indefinitely, online food drive launches May 28
The Portland restaurant ended take-out and has no set date for re-opening, but several other Maine restaurants have launched take-out programs.
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Restaurants in 12 counties can open their dining rooms, but many are waiting
Along the midcoast, a popular destination with many renowned restaurants, owners are weighing the financial and health risks.
Posted inFood & Dining, Things to Do
Bar Guide: On the hunt for a new cocktail? Try these wild game-inspired drinks
There’s more to hunting-themed cocktails than a bottle of Wild Turkey.
Posted inFood & Dining, Things to Do
Run & Eat: Bite Into Maine’s pickup process is smooth as melted butter
The Commissary on Route 1 in Scarborough will make you feel safe about getting your lobster roll fix.
Posted inFood & Dining, Recipes
Homefront: Blueberry Pie
A treasure trove of last year’s wild Maine blueberries is put to good use during the pandemic.
Posted inFood & Dining, Maine Gardener
Maine Gardener: Socialization of plant sales will be missed
Most of the events are canceled completely, but some have moved ordering online.
Posted inFood & Dining, Green plate special, Recipes
Green Plate Special: Put a little spring in your soup pot
Brighten up root vegetables to stretch soup into another season.
Posted inFood & Dining, Recipes
Look to a cookbook’s margins for secret recipes and the stories behind them
Scribbles in cookbooks can tell us a lot about the recipes – and about ourselves.
Posted inFood & Dining, Restaurant reviews
Dine In Maine: Listen to these podcasts while you prep
Eight food series that are worth the risk of wearing headphones in the kitchen.