Sea Smoke BBQ, Scarborough
Posted on October 5, 2011by Joe Ricchio Few things help you forget your troubles like a large plate of barbecue in the middle of the day.After a morning spent dealing with the failure of both my email account and recently
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.
The Cafe at Pat’s, Portland
Posted on September 21, 2011 by Joe Ricchio With original chef Greg Gilman back at the helm, the Cafe at Pat’s has been restored and re-opened, providing yet another great reason to damage your automobile traversing one of the
Petite Jacqueline, Portland
Posted on September 14, 2011by Joe Ricchio There is something quite comforting about dining out by oneself, sitting at a bar, completely unimpeded by a companion’s expectations or preferences. In this situation, there is no compromise. What you want is
Coffee Clutch
EAT-October 2011 By Sandy Lang Photographs by Peter Frank Edwards Back in the car to meet three who are coaxing the roast in Maine. Certain things must be done at the cabin in the morning. First, we open the
Maine Beer Company
DRINK MAINE-October 2011 By Sophie Nelson | Illustration by Eric Hou David Kleban, on Maine Beer Company: “About six or seven years ago, I decided I wanted to make a tangible product. I joined a brewers association and started to build a
Zapoteca
EAT FEATURE-October 2011 By Joe Ricchio Photographs by C.A. Smith Photography This contemporary Mexican eatery brings promising news for tequila lovers everywhere: they pour more than 75 different labels to complement their locally influenced, ever-changing menu. It sounds to me
South Portland, Cape Elizabeth + Scarborough
Each month Joe Ricchio gives local insight into his favorite places to eat and drink. He recommends that you pace yourself as you Eat Maine. 1 | The Cheese Iron Contrary to popular belief, a cheese iron is a tool
Tu Casa, Portland
Posted on September 8, 2011 by Joe Ricchio Latin soap opera is far more entertaining when you can barely understand a single word. I reach this conclusion while quietly watching the television in Tu Casa’s dining room, sipping on a
Tulsi, Kittery
Posted on August 24, 2011by Joe Ricchio “We are keeping traditions alive while representing a new generation of Indian cooks.”Chef and co-owner Rajesh “Raj” Mandekar reveals his approach to changing the way most people view Indian cuisine.“We do not limit