The new owner of Pat’s Pizza plans to open a speakeasy and give away lots of pizza, and a fundraiser for hungry youths is looking for benefactors who will pay handsomely to feed them.
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Posted inPortland Forecaster, The Forecaster
Tables turning in Portland’s restaurant scene
As several iconic spots close, other restaurants on verge of expanding, locating in the city
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Yes, it’s Labor Day, but don’t put that grill away yet
Plenty of warm days could remain (fingers crossed). Forget hot dogs and hamburgers, though. Try grilling seafood.
Posted inFood & Dining, Local & State, Morning Sentinel
Skowhegan Craft Brew Festival maintains that small-town vibe
Saturday’s fourth edition of the Skowhegan Craft Brew Festival wraps up the summer with a big party while keeping its small-town feel.
Posted inBusiness, Food & Dining, News
Dough Your Job, Patriots fans: Eat this ice cream
Maine-based Gifford’s Famous Ice Cream has unveiled the new ‘official’ ice cream of the New England Patriots, and it’s filled with chocolate caramel footballs.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-Eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Washington shouldn’t leave needy, hungry students behind
Speak out against a proposal that will slash access to free school meals and affect children’s ability to learn.
Posted inBusiness, Food & Dining, Local & State, News
Pat’s Pizza in the Old Port has new owners
The restaurant will close Sunday night for a brief period so the new owners can reorganize and then reopen.
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn
Lewiston eatery named one of the ‘best old school drive-ins around the country’
“There’s a lot of drive-ins still in America and I was pretty happy to see we made the top 20,” said owner Chris Lawrence.
Posted inFood & Dining, Local & State, News
Rep. Pingree, deputy FDA commissioner hear ideas for reducing food waste
Maine’s 1st District congresswoman says cutting down on food waste is good policy that will help the environment by reducing the carbon emissions that promote global warming.
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Sweets take over Portland’s streets
Just in time for Labor Day weekend, here’s a guide to local food carts and trucks that specialize in ice cream and other desserts.