Residents spend about 34 percent more than a typical American for groceries, which could be because of our location and our tastes.
Life & Culture
Arts, entertainment, food and books news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
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
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.
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.
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.
Wheres Rey? Disney says more ‘Star Wars’ heroine toys on way
Disney says it is unveiling a raft of new merchandise that puts more of Rey front and center.
Rupert Murdoch announces engagement to Jerry Hall
Murdoch, 84, and Hall, 59, placed a classified ad in Tuesday’s Times newspaper, which is owned by Murdoch’s News Corporation.
Documentary about Maine’s disappearing ski hills focuses on community
New Portland filmmaker Joel Osgood’s ‘1000 Feet and Below’ premieres Wednesday at The Rack at Sugarloaf.
Stallone, Lawrence, ‘Mr. Robot’ win Golden Globe Awards
The Globes were being presented at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Beverly Hills, California.
Dress your salad with xanthan gum? No, thank you
It’s easy, tasty and less wasteful to make your own dressing.