David Gulak, co-owner of Meridians Kitchen & Bar in Fairfield, says the restaurant will remain closed for at least another month to evaluate how the coronavirus pandemic develops after restaurants are allowed to reopen Monday for dine-in customers.
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Tourism groups ask Mills to reconsider 14-day quarantine as summer approaches
The industry is worried about a collapse of Maine’s multibillion-dollar tourism economy, but the state says a quarantine is the only tool it has to stop the coronavirus’ spread from Northeast hot spots.
The Wrap: Bam Bam gets air time, Arabica shuffles around and more comes to the curb
Plus, new owners for Long Island’s convenience store and an opportunity to time travel.
The Dos and Don’ts of Takeout
To get the most out of takeout and delivery during these unsettling times, take our advice.
The Wrap: Lost Kitchen reservations, and cocktails to go
Also, more curbside options, and creative dining ideas for Mother’s Day.
Dine In Maine: Stop and Go
A drive down Forest Avenue to fetch food for isolation eating leads to memory lane.
The Wrap: New cookbook from Salt Water Farm in Lincolnville offers help in home cooking
More creative ways to help out-of-work restaurant workers, Fat Boy is sold, and a chef runs a marathon
Maine Voices: Lockdown benefits chains at the expense of small Maine businesses
A restaurant has to close, but gas stations sell food, liquor and coffee, and discounted Easter candy is a big draw at big-box stores.
Dine In Maine: Recreate the sounds of dining out while you’re dining in
These Spotify lists from some favorite Maine restaurants (and a favorite Maine restaurant critic) are here to help.
Federal loan program a Catch-22 for some Maine small businesses
As $1.5 billion in economic relief flows into the state, some small employers say restrictions and deadlines will prevent the program from saving jobs as intended.