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Red, ripe and new: Declare independence from tired strawberry recipes

Now that your kitchen is overflowing with the fruit, here are some ideas that go beyond the traditional strawberry shortcake.

Artist Tessa O’Brien’s mural uses a floral theme to liven up the patio area.

A co-owner says the nine-bedroom inn, where the restaurant and bar closed earlier this year, is drawing ‘national interest.’

Keeping the menu focused is smart because diners can quickly grasp the restaurant’s overarching theme.

Monte’s Fine Foods plans to open in February at the Washington Avenue location in Portland, with an Italian and pan-Mediterranean focus.

by Andrew Ross June 24, 2018June 24, 2018

About a year old, Nonesuch River Brewing is already part of the community

Restaurants that want to serve their own signature blends go through a process of roasting, blending and tasting to find just the right cuppa.

And a block party, more openings and more beer are on the horizon.

by Andrew Ross June 17, 2018June 17, 2018

Their creative offerings show how kitchens on wheels can enhance the diversity of Portland’s dining options.

A new crop of occupants believe they’ve figured out how to break the pattern in these challenging locations.