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Portland restaurant Five Fifty-Five closing after 17 years

The owners of one of the city’s best-known restaurants have announced they’re closing in April.

And if you like to bake, make like Paul Hollywood and help choose Maine’s Best Baker.

The restaurant opened in July 2018 on the corner of Washington and Cumberland avenues.

You’ll find good food and a warm atmosphere at this new Congress Street restaurant.

The chefs, restaurants and other semifinalists from Maine’s restaurant industry include 8 chefs nominated for Best Chef: Northeast.

Azure Cafe closes, and Chad Conley of Palace Diner and Rose Foods dishes on his new Washington Avenue concept.

During this year’s event, which starts Sunday, some eateries are offering appetizer and cocktail pairings for $17.

On Friday, 10 Maine chefs will compete in the 11th annual Incredible Breakfast Cook-Off. Here’s a look at how one of them prepares for battle.

The last dinner service will be on Sunday.

Eat in an igloo, celebrate Leap Year, learn from a Michelin-starred chef and try Maine surf and turf.