Saturday May 25th 2013

Tagged: best of

Top 5 “Drinks on the Patio” places in Portland

Top 5 “Drinks on the Patio” places in Portland
April 23, 2013

The sun was blazing today, although the air was crisp and cold. Outside on the patio at Brian Boru, I realized that “Drinks on the Patio” season has started, and it’s probably time to post my five favorite places to drink outdoors.

Eventide Oyster Co.: one of the top 10 oyster bars in the country. Again.

Eventide Oyster Co.: one of the top 10 oyster bars in the country. Again.
April 17, 2013

It’s no secret that Eventide Oyster Co. is on a huge roll. Food and Wine People’s Best Chef 2013. One of Food and Wine’s Best Oyster Bars. Now Imbibe Magazine is following suit, billing Eventide as one of their top 10 oyster-centric bars in America.

You asked for it: Top 8 hot dogs in Maine!

You asked for it: Top 8 hot dogs in Maine!
January 22, 2013

A few weeks ago I received an inquiry from a reader, who was interested in recommendations on where to find a killer hot dog in Maine. Apparently her uncle was planning a visit, and he has this, well, this thing about hot dogs. And frankly (sorry…had to), I also loves me some good hot dog.

Whoopie pie donuts in Skowhegan: Worth the detour

Whoopie pie donuts in Skowhegan: Worth the detour
January 08, 2013

What Al’s is really known for in these parts is their whoopie pies. But in addition to their award-winning whoopie pies, Al’s makes DONUT WHOOPIE PIES, friends, and believe me when I say they are worth adding a few minutes to your trip and a few inches to your thighs if you’re ever buzzing up the pike in central Maine.