Five-0, Ogunquit
Five-0 is gearing up for their tenth season, and I can feel the energy and enthusiasm as soon as I walk in the door. The restaurant closes for three weeks at the end of February and owners Donato Tramuto and
10 Unique Options for Outdoor Dining in Maine This Winter
Restaurants and breweries across the state have introduced fish shacks, igloos, and heated patios for cold-weather dining.
Walter’s, Portland
Having worked in the restaurant business for a number of years, I tend to avoid eating out when I know places are packed and servers are stressed, namely Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, and New Year’s Eve. One exception to my
David’s Opus Ten
Opus Ten is a dining experience built on trust. This is a trust that chef David Turin has earned from his customers after over 20 years of operation in Portland. The experience is designed to be completely effortless, rewarding those
New England Distilling, Portland
In 1851 Maine became the first state to ban the sale and manufacture of alcoholic beverages. Under Portland’s Mayor Neal Dow—the “Father of Prohibition”—the Maine law was passed through Legislation, and many states followed suit. Fast forward 162 years. Portland,
The White Barn Inn, Kennebunk
The White Barn Inn is one of the most special places to dine in Maine. Elegant and expensive, it’s a destination spot for weddings, anniversaries, and milestone birthdays. As much as I love food and wine, I’m embarrassed to admit
The Science of Sweet
One of the most fascinating things about the modern restaurant kitchen is the average savory chef’s complete aversion to the art of pastry. It is as if that particular vocation is the culinary equivalent of learning a difficult foreign language,
50+ Top Dining Spots
Where the experts eat… JOE RICCHIO, Maine food scene icon and our former food editor; ANESTES FOTIADES, creator of Portland Food Map and Maine’s favorite covert diner; & AMY K. ANDERSON, Maine magazine food editor and longtime server at Hugo’s,
The Front Room, Portland
It’s a cold January evening and I’m on a mission to find hearty, comfort food. When the temperature drops and there’s ice and snow on the ground, I crave braised meats and stew. I want to be comforted with warm
Fromviandoux, Camden
It’s unusual for me to drive to Camden in the winter, so I’m amazed when I’m practically the only car on Route 1. There’s a light dusting of snow on the ground and in the hours before sunset the views