Sunday May 26th 2013

Tagged: old port

The Maine Restaurant Week Signature Cocktail Event is sold out, but you can still participate!

The Maine Restaurant Week Signature Cocktail Event is sold out, but you can still participate!
March 07, 2013

On Sunday night the conclusion of Maine Restaurant Week will be upon us, and as in years past, it will be marked by the 2013 Signature Event Cocktail and Dessert Competition. Tickets to the event are sold out, but that doesn’t mean you can’t have a say in whose Double Cross Vodka cocktail will reign supreme.

Who’s the Valentine’s Day Bandit?

Who’s the Valentine’s Day Bandit?
February 14, 2013

Maybe Portlanders lack curiosity. Maybe that’s why no one’s ever staged a successful overnight sting to capture and identify the elusive Valentine’s Day Bandit. Nah. It’s just nicer to imagine there’s stealthy local cupid with supernatural powers walking among us. Because maybe there is. How else would such an awesome annual tradition stay alive for nearly four decades?

A view to savor

A view to savor
January 16, 2013

Enjoying a special, gourmet meal or taking a few moments to sip a nice hot cup of tea are simple pleasures in life. They are meant to be savored, just like a fine painting. Food and art might seem like an unexpected combination, but many of my regular Old Port haunts prove that the two are meant to be.

Gingko Blue’s the place to be for killer cocktails and major music this month!

Gingko Blue’s the place to be for killer cocktails and major music this month!
December 17, 2012

f you’re looking for some seriously amazing cocktails served up with a side of toe-tapping tunes, you should check out the rest of Gingko Blue’s December music lineup. It’s jam packed full of jazz, blues, standards, and rock-n-roll. I can guarantee you I’ll be there for at least a couple of these awesome music nights and sipping on some of their famous Prohibition Style and Literary Series cocktails.

Two more tasty new year’s eve options…plus snag vip passes to club festivities.

Two more tasty new year’s eve options…plus snag vip passes to club festivities.
December 11, 2012

Last week I told you about the Camden Harbour Inn’s champagne-intensive New Year’s Eve package. Well, if you’re not into the Old Port mayhem but you’re not quite ready for the ball drop on t.v. brand of ringing in the new year, here’s three more options that I think you should know about.

Where to shop on black friday without waiting in line

Where to shop on black friday without waiting in line
November 22, 2012

I’ll be braving the crowds in town on Friday to get started on holiday shopping. Here are some spots you might want to check out including local deals, sales, coupons and more. Just be sure to treat yourself at a local bar when it’s all over.