Federal Spice
// At a glance
Federal Spice is home to some of the most innovative takeout grub in Portland, from the calabaza pumpkin rice soft tacos to a chili with a Thai peanut flavor. The funky eatery on the edge of the Old Port has established a reputation for creative and tasty food. But maybe what’s most remarkable is how inexpensive these eclectic dishes are – and how good the homemade tortilla chips and sweet potato fries are.
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// About the Author
Shannon Bryan
mainetoday.com content producer Shannon Bryan has a fondness for Maine’s peculiar goings on. And helmet cams. There’s definitely a fondness for helmet cams. Since she arrived in Maine from the Midwest seven years ago, it’s been her mission to experience it all firsthand – from the cardboard boat races to the paddleboard jousting tournaments. With any luck, she’ll persuade you to try it, too.