Shop for edible holiday gifts in Union, take a baking class, and find a deal on dinner after Gardens Aglow.
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America braces for possible french fry shortage after poor potato harvest
“French fry demand has just been outstanding lately, and so supplies can’t meet the demand,” Travis Blacker, industry-relations director with the Idaho Potato Commission, said in a phone interview.
Legendary baker Daniel Leader talks bread, but not bread alone
He will be in Maine this month to promote his new book, ‘Living Bread,’ and to visit his new home in Castine.
The Wrap: A tavern closes, and a former chef returns to the kitchen
In other news, Dean’s Sweets gets national attention, Portland’s winter farmers market gets ready to open, and a bicentennial cookbook needs your family recipes.
In new food pantry model, Root Cellar patrons help themselves
Making a small payment and boxing up the food that they and others bring home is meant to help maintain dignity and build resilience.
The Wrap: Rover Bagel closing, neighborhood restaurant opening, and fun with Figgy
And for your holiday shopping needs, check out Fork Food Lab’s annual market.
U.S. Treasury awards more than $700,000 to Coastal Enterprises
Brunswick-based Coastal Enterprises Inc. says it will use the money for its community development work, including its focus on Maine’s food economy.
Crooked Mile back in business serving a proper breakfast and lunch
The reopened Brighton Avenue cafe is a warm, inviting spot to grab a bite or a coffee.
Local businesses offer Thanksgiving without the hassle
Let someone else do the cooking this year.
New restaurant planned for former JP’s spot in Portland
The Knotted Apron will feature American, French and Italian cuisines.