Empire
There are few things more pleasurable than the rich, concentrated flavors of a great Cantonese stir fry, resulting largely from what cooks from this region of China refer to as wok hay, which translates roughly to “the breath of the
Portland
Central Provisions
One of the most captivating things about Central Provisions is that within one restaurant are two varied dining experiences. The aesthetic is uniform throughout and was designed to preserve the look of the original provisional storehouse built in 1828 and
Secondhand Finds
Secondhand stores give relics of the past new life and reward customers with the satisfaction of spontaneously wandering in and finding a one-of-a-kind item. Visit any of these stores, and youll find it to be true: they just dont make
Bramhall
After an extended period of being shuttered, one of Portland’s favorite neighborhood pubs reopensand it’s better than ever. The assurance of warmth emanating from behind the door stirs optimism as I descend into Bramhall’s subterranean chambers, and once I have
Lolita Vinoteca + Asador
It is impossible to deny the sensory delight that one experiences upon first stepping through the doors of Lolita Vinoteca and Asador on Munjoy Hill. Warm, pungent aromas of clams and garlic roasting in the wood oven, which is constantly
Osprey Landing
While crossing the Martin’s Point Bridge, which connects Falmouth and Portland over the Presumpscot River, drivers, walkers, and cyclists get a view out to Casco Bay and Mackworth Island. But if they look up, they also get a glimpse of
Bowling Alleys
Choose a ball, step up to the line, gaze at the pins down the lane, and send the ball rolling. What you hear next—either the crashing of numerous pins against the wood floor or perhaps the clunk from a ball
Portland
I’ve been living in Portland now for the better part of two years. As my Friday winds down and I get ready for my weekend, I’m excited to spend it with my dad. I want to show him the sights
Maine Spirit
The forerunner of the temperance movement is now home to some of the most exciting names in craft distilling. With source ingredients from the humble potato to the wild blueberry, these forward-thinking companies are bringing locally grown products off the
