Portland Monthly Magazine Winterguide 2018

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Perspectives

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Maine Life

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10 From the Editor 12 Letters

41 Epicurious Maine

14 Maine Classics 17 Concierge 18 Winterguide 31 Chowder

On the street and off the leash.

Meet the four-legged residents who are the denizens, habitués, and defining furry personalities of our city. Their pet peeve?

“West-End Doggies.”

From Staff & Wire Reports

61 Loving Linda Lavin

The Portland native takes us backstage through her glittering career, including her 2017 casting with Rob Lowe in How to Be a Latin Lover.

By Steve Hrehovcik

Art&Style 111 Fiction

“Bottomland”

By Dan Domench

“Ça Roule?”

Tell me a tale that spans continents and generations.

By Rhea Côté Robbins

What lies in store for Maine’s restless culinary jungle in 2018? We bring you the tastiest news, brews, and trends to get your mouth watering for the year ahead.

By Sarah Moore, Madison Andrews, and Erik Neilson,

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69 Everyday Sommelier

71 L’Esprit de l’Escalier

Shelter&Design 99 House of the Month

This little red riding cape in Stroudwater is your doorway to Portland’s history.

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106 New England Home & Living

“The Winter Warmer” Fortify your senses with a glass (or two) of port wine during the long nights.

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33 Portland After Dark

“Fire & Ice” During the time of year when every day is a battle with the elements, seek refuge by the fireside of Maine’s toastiest locales.

By Sarah Moore

77 We Do, With Brew

Maine couples toast to happily ever after with local beers.

By Olivia Gunn Kotsishevskaya

73 Restaurant Review

Taverna Khione delivers the zest of the Greek Isles to Brunswick’s dining scene.

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61 Cover: Wild salmon with smoked yogurt and cherries at EVO Bar & Kitchen. Photo by Meaghan Maurice.

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Editorial Colin W. Sargent, Editor & Publisher

Six Humbling Golf Holes in Maine

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t’s not that Hole No. 1 at Portland Country Club is scary in itself. From your dreamy elevation, you’re driving across a scenic 180-degree vista down a hill toward the sea. The green seems in reach. It’s a magic feeling. The problem is, everyone’s watching.

By everyone, I mean everyone in the Portland Country Club dining room. The enormous picture windows fronting the tables are set immediately behind the tee. A big movie is playing, and you’re the star up on the screen.

What if you miss? Everyone including actor Gary Merrill in a kilt has teed off from here.

(Picture that!) But now it’s you and you alone. The diners behind you peer over their lobster stew. You set up for the swing…

Scratch golfer Romilly Emmons says, “When somebody misses a shot, diners do bang on the glass!” Also, “On the outdoor deck, there’s a gaggle of hecklers ready with their comments, pre- and post-drive. Try not to think about it.”

“Sea Turn,” a dogleg to the right, is the romantic name for No. 17 at Webhannet Golf Course. The great British Open champion Tony Lema (1934-1966) once drove the 17th green with a soft fade. This urban legend has always gotten into my head, so whenever I’ve been given a crack at it, I’ll always try (with, so far, disastrous results). For me, Champagne Tony Lema’s ghost will forever be on the tee of the 17th, driving the green, my golf Siren. It’s spookier when you think of Lema dying at just 32 from an aircraft accident in a Beechcraft Bonanza in Lansing, Michigan, while headed for an exhibition on July 24, 1966.

Hole No. 3 at Prout’s Neck Country Club. “I grew up playing Prout’s Neck,” says 2016 Maine Amateur champ John Hayes IV. “The whole course is full of mystique. You’re basically on the Atlantic. On No. 3., you’re teeing off basically on the beach. I almost got a hole-in-one on this par 4, 340 yards off. The hurricane winds helped. My ball was four feet from the pin.”

Yikes. Now, everybody’s going to try to do it, and we’ll be overswinging into the next century.

For Abby Spector, seven-time Maine Women’s Amateur state golf champion and 2001 New England Women’s amateur champion, it’s lucky No. 17 at Riverside, where she is Director of Instruction. “It’s a very pretty dogleg to the right with a brook running through the right-hand side of the course. But it’s a risk-reward hole, so you can try to cut off the corner and get to the green.” If you dare. “I like those risk reward holes. When I pull something like that off, I feel like I’m channeling my old Abby!”

Romilly Emmons also nominates the 17th at Kebo Valley. “In fact, it’s my first choice” for a psychologically disturbing hole. “It’s a par 4. The hole faces a bunker.” It’s almost like it’s smiling at you. “You’re facing this Sahara Desert. Who knows how many balls have hit the edge and dribbled back down into this trap.”

No 11 at Sugarloaf is the black hole at a golf course legendary for eating golfers alive. On the tee, they say it’s like flying. “It’s so elevated,” Emmons says. “It’s 180 yards down this hill.

But because of the height, it plays just 155-160 yards.” The illusion exists to suck you in. “You have to clear the Carrabassett River but somehow land before you overshoot the green.”

Summer is calling all the shots.

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Merci, Rhea Loving Côté Robbins’s column… Just a quick note of gratitude for all you do at Portland Monthly for those of us who “live away!” Each month, this Augusta-native looks forward to your insightful and enticing look at a city I miss so very much.

“L’Esprit de l’Escalier” column by Rhea Côté Robbins further feeds my French-Canadian roots as the son of two (former) Van Buren residents. Her recollections of the sights and sounds of our shared Francophile culture make each read something I treasure. I’m blessed to get home for a visit every six months, and your magazine fills the void when the pangs of homesickness kick-in. Keep up the inspired work!

Geoffrey-Martin Cyr, CNN, Beverly Hills, CA Capture the Castle [In response to “Weathering Heights,” December 2017.] Reading Colin W. Sargent’s monthly descriptions of extraordinary domiciles in our beloved Maine, their history and role in shaping the state’s character, I am reminded again of why this magazine matters: its fine writers zero-in on personalities and their imprints on physical places that make us want to live among them.

Anne B. Zill, UNE Gallery Manager, Portland Thank you for putting together a wonderfully fitting article on Beckett’s Castle. There have been many pieces written about the property since it was listed, and none of them acknowledged the history, character, or architectural integrity of the property. Thank you for featuring the castle in Portland Monthly.

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Turkey Day Throwback I was reading your editorial “Cold Turkey” [November 2017], and it brought a smile to my heart, not so much about CTE but your references to an earlier, simpler time. Yes, there were always the “haves” and the “have nots,” but the logistics and interactions of you with your neighbors was much more engaging and simpler. The good and bad news about all of this is that it reminds me of what values and lessons I need to imprint upon my kids. Portland (heck, the world) must change and is changing; I just want my kids to remember and be grounded by the past and where we are from.

I really enjoy reading (and seeing) all the changes in Portland and smile over the nuggets of past that you’ve slipped in.

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In retrospect, while I regularly attended every Turkey Day game, I would be lying if I said that I enjoyed standing in the freezing cold. Rather than watching the game, I was probably more focused on keeping warm and thinking about what we would be having for Thanksgiving dinner. Now that we are informed about the dangers of CTE, I can only hope that all the players for the Deering Rams and Portland Bulldogs remained unscathed.

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P ow e r h o u s e Let’s hear it for the ladies. “From 1997 to 2017, Maine ranked No. 1 among the 50 states for revenue growth among women-owned businesses, and No. 2 for job growth, according to the seventh annual State of Women-Owned Businesses Report for American Express,” reports the Portland Press Herald. Data collected since 1997 shows that women-owned businesses in Maine generate $13 billion per year and employ 49,900 workers.

Roots to the Past

Happy Birthday, Maine Turnpike! Our state’s 47-mile superhighway turned 70 this year. The Turnpike, which runs from Kittery to Portland, was unveiled on December 13, 1947, and became the nation’s second superhighway. “The Turnpike was Maine’s first roadway with a posted 60-mph speed limit. Few New Englanders in 1947 had ever driven that fast,” says Maine Turnpike’s Erin Courtney.

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A new exhibit at Abbe Museum hopes to knock you off your preconceptions.

“Emergence–Root Clubs of Penobscot Nation,” on display in March 2018, “will feature 75 Penobscot root clubs from the 18th to the 21st century,” says Abbe museum curator Julia Gray. “Visitors will learn about the cultural significance of this uniquely Wabanaki art form. They’ll also see how root clubs are created and will have the opportunity to handle a club. The exhibit, curated by Penobscot root club carver and scholar Stan Neptune, will show how steeped in time root clubs and dispel the misconception that root clubs are only tourist art.”

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Brunswick native Hillary Morin Peterson, a graduate of UMaine, has discovered a new breed of wasp during her fieldwork study in Harpswell, according to the Associated Press.

Happily, this wasp has no sting. Peterson named the 2.7 mm-long insect Ormocerus dirigoius to honor Maine’s motto, “Dirigo,” meaning “I lead.”

“There’s been a huge flurry of interest in Maine because of it,” says Charlene Donahue, President of the Maine Entomological Society, who supported Hillary’s efforts. “It’s really special when someone with all of the Maine connections that Hillary has is the one who found it, identified it, and named it.” “The wasp is a fascinating part of the Maine ecosystem,” says Peterson. “There’s so much diversity in the Maine woods.”

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The Tony Award-winning Broadway musical Cinderella is coming to Portland in 2018. From creators Rodgers and Hammerstein, this contemporary take on the classic tale delights with an incredible orchestra, dazzling on-stage transformations, and surprising new twists on the beloved story. The all-singing, all-dancing ensemble is sure to enchant fans of all ages. Don’t miss out on February 2 and 3 at Merrill Auditorium. Tickets are $45-70.

Hoptastic Warm up from the inside out at the 2018 Winter Session of the Maine Brewers’ Guild Beer Festival on January 13. Join over 40

Maine brewers for fresh beer, live music, and plenty of local food options inside the newly renovated, heated Brick South Building at Thompson’s Point. “When people think of beer in Maine, often they think of the good times drinking in the summer,” executive director Sean Sullivan says. “But those of us who live here know that there’s good beer year round.” Ticket price ($50-60) includes admission, a souvenir tasting glass, and all beer samples. Cheers!

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Sugarloaf welcomes The Ghost of Paul Revere, Maine’s holler-folk band, back to the Widowmaker Stage on January 20 as part of the Bud Light Concert Series. The band boasts top-selling local albums in Maine and multiple sold-out concerts in Portland over the past several years. Now, they’re joined by King Kyote, who blends blues, folk, and tribal music, to deliver an unforgettable musical experience. Tickets are $5 at the door, or free with the presentation of a valid Sugarloaf season pass.

In the Spotlight From Nora and Delia Ephron comes the funny and compelling Love, Loss and What I Wore. The play, based on Ilene Beckerman’s 1995 book of the same name, features a rotating cast of five women covering topics like “mothers, prom dresses, mothers, buying bras, mothers, hating purses, and why we only wear black.” The show runs from January 20 through March 6 at The Good Theater. Tickets are $22.

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Experience

New England Ski Day at Shawnee Peak, Bridgton, Jan. 5. Show your New England driver’s license and ski all Friday til 9 p.m. for $32. 647-8444, shawneepeak.com National Winter Trails Day, Jan. 7. Oxford and Bethel ski areas offer free rentals and trail pass for first time skiers after 1 p.m. cartersxcski.com Bar Harbor Winter Beer Fest, Bar Harbor, Jan. 13.

Celebrate local craft beer and fine food, hosted by Atlantic Brewing Co. barharborinfo.com/events

Rangeley Snodeo 2018, Rangeley, Jan. 18-20.

Chili/Chowder cook-off, Casino Night, snowmobile displays, radar runs, poker runs, parade, fireworks, and more.

864-5571, rangeleymaine.com WinterKids Welcome to Winter Festival, Payson Park, Portland, Jan. 20. Sledding, snowshoeing, ice skating, hot chocolate, healthy snacks, prizes. 871-5700, winterkids.org Auburn Winter Festival, Auburn, Jan. 26-28. Events include sledding, snowmobile

The Maine Event: Battle on Ice, Androscoggin Bank Colisée, Lewiston, Feb. 23-25. The International Fire, Police & Military Winter Games Committee’s annual hockey tournament. Proceeds benefit Shriners Hospital in Boston. ifpwg.com 1 8 p o r t l a n d m o n t h ly m a g a z i n e

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Carter’s Last Stand, Bethel, Jan. 1. Celebrate the New Year with some fun in the snow at Carter’s Cross Country Ski Center. cartersxcski.com

rides, skiing, snowboarding, skating, ice sculptures, and live music. 333-6601, auburnmaine.gov Wood Ski Day, Bethel, Jan. 28. Ski on your old wood skis and get $5 off the trail pass. Green Ice Wax Co. will give free wax demos and help you wax your skis with 100 percent biodegradable wax. cartersxcski.com Moosehead Lake Region Snofest, Greenville. Annual Ice Fishing Derby, Jan. 26-28; Wilderness Sled Dog Race, Feb. 3; Annual Chocolate Festival, Feb. 18.

695-2702, mooseheadlake.org Maine Winter Special Olympics, Sugarloaf, Jan. 28-30. Now in its 49th year, Sugarloaf hosts the athletes and families, somaine.org The Great Maine Outdoor Week, multiple locations, Feb. 9-19. Now expanded from a single weekend, events all over the state celebrate Maine’s natural resources with outdoor activities. greatmain-

eoutdoorweekend.com 100 Mile Wilderness Sled Dog Race, Feb. 3.

Starts in Greenville. 100mile and 30-mile sled dog races promoting education, safety, animal welfare and good sportsmanship.

100milewildernessrace.org U.S. National Toboggan Championships, Camden Snowbowl, Camden, Feb. 9-11. Spirited competition, food and outdoor fun.

236-3438 camdensnowbowl.com Greater Bridgton Lakes Region Winter Carnival, multiple locations, Feb. 17. Kids’ snow sculpture, horse-drawn carriage rides, sled dog rides, skating, carnival games, and other outdoor activities. mainelakeswintercarnival.com 26th Annual Can-Am Crown International Sled Dog Races, Fort Kent, Mar. 3. The famous 250-mile race, a qualifier for the Idi-

tarod and the Yukon Quest with a $29,000 purse; also 30-mi. and 60-mi. races; mushers and spectators from all over the world. can-am-crown.net Spring Fling at Shawnee Peak, Bridgton, Mar. 17.

It’s an annual rite of spring: sunshine, the Slush Cup, and live music, with views of Mt. Washington in the distance. 647-8444, shawneepeak.com Maine Adaptive Sports and Ski-A-Thon, Mar. 24.

Huge fund-raiser and fun for participants, volunteers, and supporters. sundayriver.com New England Pond Hockey Festival, Rangeley, Feb. 2-4. The 12th annual tournament will boast at least five divisions.

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Ski Guide

Baker Mountain Ski Area, Moscow. 460' vertical drop, 5 trails, T-bar lift, night skiing, ski school.

s Valentines Day Events 2018 s ➹ Thompson’s Point Ice Rink, 10 Thompson’s Point.

B.O.G.O. (Buy One Get One) special - bring a date, and they’ll skate for free. All day, Feb. 14. ➹ Father-Daughter Valentine Ball, Ramada Inn, 490 Pleasant St., Lewiston. The Public Theatre presents a festive evening of dressing up and dancing for daughters and their dads, Feb. 10. 782-3200 ➹ Pottery Date Night, Portland Pottery, 118 Washington Ave. Enjoy a couple’s throwing session followed by a three-course meal, Feb. 12. 772-4334 ➹ Paint by Candlelight, Color Me Mine, 4 Thompson’s Point. Create a masterpiece by candlelight while enjoying free chocolates and special deals, Feb. 14. 536-4848 ➹ Love Letters: A Play, The Chocolate Church, 804 Washington St., Bath. Follow this epic love story told through letters and a two-character performance, Feb. 14. 442-8455 ➹ Romantic Getaway for Two, Kennebunkport Inn, 1 Dock Square, Kennebunkport. Relish romance with the loveKPT package, which includes a night stay in a luxurious room, red wine and chocolate-dipped strawberries upon arrival, a three-course dinner for two, and late checkout. 967-2621

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Carter’s X-C Ski Centers and Shop, Oxford & Bethel. 25 miles of trails in Oxford; 35 miles of trails in Bethel. Beginner to advanced trails. Snowshoeing, trail-side lodging, snack bar, warming huts.

Beautiful views of mountain ranges and rivers. 5394848 (Oxford); 824-3880 (Bethel), cartersxcski.com

There’s plenty of family fun to be had with Maine Huts and Trails in Kingfield.

Birches Ski Touring Center, Rockwood. 11,000 acres of wildlands, 25 miles of groomed crosscountry ski trails, 30 miles of ungroomed trails. Snowshoeing, snowmobile trails, ice fishing, scenic plane rides, guided winter tours,

and three yurts along trails for overnight stays. 800825-9453, birches.com Black Mountain, Rumford.

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Fort Kent Mountain Outdoor Center, Fort Kent. Over 25 miles of cross-country trails for all skill levels, lodging, night skiing, biathlon facilities, and snowshoe trails. 8346203, 10thmtskiclub.org Harris Farm X-C Ski Center, Dayton. With 25 miles of trails (18 miles groomed) for all skill levels, snowshoeing and sledding for non-skiers, warming hut, snackbar (weekends only). Dogs allowed on weekdays.

Winter Kids passbook accepted, group discounts offered. 499-2678, harrisfarm.com Hermon Mountain, Hermon. A 350' vertical drop, 20 trails for all skill levels,

100-percent snowmaking, ski and snowboard lessons, double chair, T-bar, handle tow, night skiing, a snack bar, tubing park, terrain park. 848-5192, skihermonmountain.com Katahdin Nordic Center, Millinocket. A half-mile from downtown Millinocket and 17 miles from the entrance to Baxter State Park. 6 miles of groomed trails. Ski and snowshoe rentals available. 7236305, visitmaine.com Libby Hill Forest Trails, Gray. Eight miles of ski and snowshoe trails. Dogfriendly (narrow trails only).

657-2114, libbyhill.org Lonesome Pine Trails, Fort Kent. Maine’s northernmost ski resort.

Downhill and cross-country skiing, snowboarding, and snowshoeing. A 500' vertical drop, night skiing, alpine and Nordic skiing on the Canadian border,

maineadaptive.org Millinocket Municipal X-C Ski Areas, Millinocket.

20 miles of groomed trails offering views of Mt. Katahdin. The Northern Timber Cruisers Clubhouse offers cross-country ski trails with loops up to nine miles and a warming hut. 723-4329, northerntimbercruisers.com The color of chaos: experience “Materiality: The Matter of Matter” at the Center for Maine Contemporary Art, through Feb. 11.

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834-5202, lonesomepines.org Lost Valley, Auburn.

A 240' vertical drop, 15 trails, two double chair lifts, night skiing, cross-country skiing, terrain park for skiers and riders, 100-percent snowmaking, PSIA-certified Ski School. 784-1561, lostvalleyski.com Maine Adaptive Sports and Recreation, Newry.

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Free winter recreation for children and adults with physical disabilities at four of Maine’s finest ski resorts: alpine skiing and snowboarding at Sunday River, Sugarloaf, Black Mountain of Maine, and the Camden Snow Bowl; Nordic skiing and snowshoeing at Bethel Nordic Ski Center, Pineland Farms, and the Nordic Heritage Center.

Summer programs also available. (800) 639-7770,

Mt. Abram, Greenwood.

An 1,150' drop, 51 trails and glades. Two double and one T-bar, surface and carpet lift, 85-percent snowmaking, 550 acres, three terrain parks, and weekend community racing. Winterkids pass accepted. 875-5000, mtabram.com Mt. Jefferson, Lee. A 432' vertical drop, 12 trails, two T-bar lifts, handle tow, ski lessons, rentals, snackbar, views of Mt. Katahdin. 7382377, skimtjefferson.com Nordic Heritage Center,

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and snowshoe rentals, and ungroomed trails to the summit of Bald Pate Mountain. Dog-friendly, too. 647-2425, fivefieldsski.com

Presque Isle. With 12 miles of cross-country trails, 1.5 miles of lighted trails, night skiing, warming hut, paved roller ski loop, terrain park, lodge with sauna, and wax building. Trails free of charge. 762-6972, nordicheritagecenter.org Pineland Farms, New Gloucester. With 10 miles of Nordic skiing trails, ice skating, sledding, snowshoeing, and dry-land Nordic ski training in summer and fall. 688-6599, pinelandfarms.org Powderhouse Hill, South Berwick. A 150' drop, three trails, one rope tow, night skiing. 384-5858, powderhousehill.com Quoggy Jo Ski Center, Presque Isle. A 215' drop, T-bar, five trails, natural half-pipe with grind rails, first-time skier area, and Nordic and biathlon center. 764-3248, skiquoggyjo.org

Rangeley Lakes Trails Center, Rangeley. 20 miles of trails for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing; rentals, food, and beverages at the lodge. 864-4309, xcskirangeley.com Seacoast Snow Park, Windham. A 100’ drop, carpet lift, 12 lanes of tubing, 100-percent snowmaking, night tubing, zip line, fire pit and snack bar.

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775-4818, smilinghill.com Spruce Mountain, Jay. A 300' vertical drop, 11 trails, night skiing, 3 rope tows, cross-country skiing, 50-percent snowmaking, Nordic trails, and ski class-

es for all ages. 897-4090, sprucemountain.org Sugarloaf, Carrabassett Valley. A 2,820' vertical drop, 161 trails and glades.

Five quad (two highspeed), six double, two

surface, and one triple lift, with 95-percent snowmaking, superpipe, three terrain parks, tubing park, cross-country skiing, zip lines, gym, and anti-gravity complex Motorsports Xtreme International Ice Racing Championships will roar into Cross Insurance Arena on January 20, 2018.

Shawnee Peak, Bridgton.

A 1,300' vertical drop, 46 trails and glades. One quad, three triple, and one surface lift. Night skiing, 98-percent snowmaking, two terrain parks, and views of Mt. Washington.

647-8444, shawneepeak.com Smiling Hill Farm, Westbrook. Cross-country skiing on 15 miles of trails; snowshoeing, rentals, hot beverages, and snacks.

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Sunday River, Bethel. A 2,340' vertical drop, 135 trails and glades. One high-speed chondola, nine quads (four high-speed); three triple, one double, and one surface lift. With 95-percent snowmaking, night skiing, ice skating, lodges, five terrain parks, superpipe, and mini-pipe.

824-3000, sundayriver.com Titcomb Mountain, West Farmington. A 340' drop, 16 alpine trails, two T-bar lifts and one handle tow, night skiing, 70-percent snowmaking, terrain park, and 10 miles of groomed cross-country trails,1.5 miles with lights. 778-9031, titcombmountain.com –We are grateful to Ski Maine Association for assisting with information. Visit skimaine.com for updates.

Theater

Good Theater, 76 Congress St. Shear Madness, Jan. 10 - Mar. 11.; Love, Loss, and What I Wore, Jan. 20 - Mar. 6. 835-0895

Mavis Staples brings the soul to Stone Mountain Arts Center on January 25.

Lyric Music Theater, 176 Sawyer St., South Portland.

Carrie, Feb. 9-25. 799-1421 Mad Horse Theatre, 24 Mosher St., South Portland.

One Flea Spare, Jan. 18 Feb. 4.

Maine State Ballet Theater, 348 U.S. Rte. 1, Falmouth. Tap, Tap, Jazz, Jan. 20-27. 781-7672 Penobscot Theatre Company, 131 Main St., Bangor. Escanaba in da Moonlight, Feb. 1-18.

942-3333 The Portland Players, 420 Cottage Rd., South Portland. Our Town, Jan. 26 - Feb. 11. 799-7337 Portland Stage, 25 Forest Ave. Babette’s Feast, Jan.

23 - Feb. 18. 774-0465

Art

Bates College Museum of Art, Olin Arts Center, 75 Russell St., Lewiston.

Rona Pondick and Robert Feintuch: Heads, Hands, Feet; Sleeping, Holding,

Dreaming, Dying, through Mar. 23; Literary, through Mar. 23. 786-6158 Bowdoin College Museum of Art, 245 Maine St., Brunswick.

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Wars, through Feb. 11; Art from the Northern Plains, through July 15; AEGYPTUS Egypt in the GrecoRoman World, Feb. 2 July 15. 725-3275 Center for Maine Contemporary Art, 21 Winter St., Rockland. Materiality:

Greenhut Galleries, established in 1977, is the oldest gallery in Portland. The gallery represents modern and contemporary art by artists living and working in Maine as well as the estates of Maurice Freedman, Robert Hamilton, Jon Imber and Frederick Lynch.

There is a variety of new work shown monthly from abstraction to realism: modernism to impressionism.

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Experience Rachael and Vilray will play two soulful shows at Blue, Jan. 27 and 28.

Elsa’s Inn on the Harbor 179 Main Street, Prospect Harbor Enjoy a quiet get away on the Downeast coast. Let the beauty of our rocky shoreline and Acadia National Park take you away this winter. See our reviews!

• Acadia’s Winter Festival (Feb. 9-11, 2018) or take part in other Schoodic Education and Research Center winter programs.

• Schoodic Arts for All hosts programs year-round supporting performing arts such as music and drama, visual arts, as well as arts and crafts.

• Enjoy the quiet and incredible views while hiking, snow shoeing or cc skiing. The Schoodic District of Acadia National Park keeps their trails open all year.

• Bar Harbor Craft Fair and Beer Fest, (Jan. 13) or other small community events.

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The Matter of Matter, through Feb. 11. 7015005 Colby College Museum of Art, 5600 Mayflower Hill Dr., Waterville. Bird Watching: Audubon and Ornithology in Early America, through Feb. 4. 859-5600 Farnsworth Art Museum, 16 Museum St., Rockland. Women, through Jan. 21; Other Voices, through Feb. 18. 596-6457 Greenhut Galleries, 146 Middle St. January Group Show, through Jan. 27; Focus Printmaking II, Feb. 1-24. 772-2693 Maine Maritime Museum, 234 Washington St., Bath. Shipshape: Decoration and Advertising in the Merchant Fleet, through Feb. 25; Pull Together: Maritime Maine in the 1914-1918 Great War, through May 6. 443-1416 MECA, 522 Congress St., Portland. Off the Wall, Jan. 17 - Feb. 23. 775-3052 Portland Museum of Art, 7 Congress Sq. Model Citizens: Art and Identity in the United States, through Jan. 28. 775-6148 UNE Art Gallery, 716 Stevens Ave. Images of Children: Period and Contemporary Photographs, Jan. 11 - April 1. 221-4499

Music

Blue, 650 Congress St. Irish Sessions, every Wed.; The Happy Hour, every Thurs.; Jazz at Blue, every Sat. 774-4111

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Empire, 575 Congress St. Throwbacks with DJ KTF, Feb. 2 . 747-5063 Jonathan’s Ogunquit, 92 Bournes Ln., Ogunquit. Martin Sexton, Feb. 18. 646-4526 Maine Academy of Modern Music, 125 Presumpscot St. MAMM Presents: Kids & Teens Open Stage, Jan. 12, MAMM Presents: A Day of Rock at the

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Aura, 121 Center St. Satisfaction, Jan. 19; The Infamous Stringdusters, Jan. 24; Sleigh Bells, Jan. 26; Chippendales, Jan. 31; Black Label Society, Feb. 2; Mighty Mystic, Feb. 3; Dark Desert Eagles, Feb. 10. 772-8274

Children’s Museum & Theatre of Maine, Feb. 10. 899-3433 Merrill Auditorium, 20 Myrtle St. Portland Symphony Orchestra Presents Oscars’ Biggest Hits, Jan. 13-14; Portland Ovations Presents Roomful of Teeth, Jan. 18; Portland Symphony Orchestra Presents Symphony Safari, Jan. 21; Portland Ovations Presents Travis Wall’s Shaping Sound “After the Curtain,” Jan. 26; Chriss Botti, Jan. 27; Portland Symphony Orchestra Presents Mozart & Strauss, Jan. 30. 842-0800 One Longfellow Square, 181 State St. Johnny A. Solo Show, Jan. 12; Lena Rich with Plywood Cowboy, Jan. 13; Grant Gordy and Ross Martin, Jan. 16; Ben Caplan, Jan. 20; The Novel Ideas, Jan. 24. 761-1757 Port City Music Hall, 504 Congress St. The Big Lebowski, Jan. 13; G Jones, Jan. 17; Weakened Friends, Jan. 19; Collie Buddz, Jan. 25; Max Creek, Jan. 26; Justin Furstenfeld of Blue October, Jan. 27; Noah Gundersen, Feb. 7.

956-6000 Portland House of Music and Events, 57 Temple St. Bellas Bartok and West End Blend, Jan. 12; Town Meeting, Jan. 13; Pardon Me, Doug: A Tribute to Phish, Jan. 19; Andrew Bailie and Friends, Jan. 20; Strange Machines, Jan. 26. 805-0134 State Theatre, 609 Congress St. The Devil Makes Three, Jan. 20; The Wood Brothers, Feb. 2; Black Veil Brides Asking Alexandra, Feb. 3. 956-6000

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Stone Mountain Arts Center, 695 Dug Way Rd. Spencer Albee, Jan. 20; Mavis Staples, Jan. 25; Tricky Britches, Jan. 26; Paula Cole, Jan. 27; Peter Wolf and the Midnight Travellers, Feb. 3; The Gibson Brothers, Feb. 10.

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Community Television Network, 516 Congress St. Playback Theater, the first Fri. of every month. 775-2900 Darling’s Waterfront Pavilion, 1 Railroad St., Bangor. Kevin Hart: The Irresponsible Tour, Laugh along with Kevin Hart at the Cross Insurance Arena in Portland on Mar. 18.

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Maine Historical Society, 489 Congress St. Portland Monthly First Friday Fiction, Feb. 2. 774-1822 Portland Public Library, 5 Monument Sq. Join journalist Jim Neuger for “Europe on the Edge,” a talk about crises in Europe in the past decade,

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St. Maine’s first music video award show, with a red carpet, formal wear, and panel of judges, Jan. 19.

761-1757 Snow Day with Portland Trails, The Conant Property, 99 Conant St., Westbrook.

Join Portland Trails for a wintry day, with events including snowshoeing, fat biking, and cross-country skiing, followed by a winter bonfire and s’mores, Feb. 3. 775-2411 Three-Hut Guided Ski Tour, Maine Huts & Trails, 496 Main St., Kingfield.

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Avoiding a coworker? Screaming into the void? The Zen Booth promises complete privacy at work. The California-based company designs soundproof phone booths where employees can seek solace during the work day. “Scientific research has discovered that constant noise plays a large part in raising stress levels,” Zen Booth claims. “The possibility of ducking into a quiet room when needed is invaluable.”

Notice shades of the “orgone accumulators” developed by Rangeley scientist Wilhelm Reich in the 1940s? Reich claimed his invention would concentrate “orgone,” a curative spiritual life force, in its occupant. The accumulators enjoyed some public attention, and Reich even sent one to his friend Albert Einstein for review. However, Einstein and the FDA judged the orgone accumulators a farce and Reich’s invention was banned, according to Wikipedia. Orgone but not forgotten.

Couch Potato Convenience Store Reluctant to leave the comfort of your home? Instacart, the nation’s largest on-demand grocery delivery service, recently launched in Portland. The app allows you to order groceries, which will then be picked up by a personal shopper and delivered to your home for a small delivery fee. Think of it like Uber for your milk and frozen pizza.

“The delivery area will cover over 98,000 households and include popular local stores like Shaw’s, Petco, and CVS,” says Instacart Communications exec Andrea Toch.

Starting the celebrations early! In honor of Maine’s upcoming bicentennial in 2020, drivers across our state can now show off their pride with a Maine Bicentennial Commemorative License Plate. The novelty plates, $25, feature a five-pointed star and a Dirigo banner. Proceeds will benefit the bicentennial initiative, so investing in a license plate now will boost celebrations later. Not that celebrating the bicentennial of the Missouri Compromise should be an unconsidered act…

Support pets

Students at UMaine have found relief during exams in the form of four-legged friends. A trio of therapy dogs spent a day at the Fogler Library to dish out canine comfort for those in need of a distraction.

Shelburne the golden retriever, Jade the goldendoodle, and May-Bee the papillon were the star attractions, and the effort was well received among the students, according to Bangor Daily News. But social media bared its teeth: “In my day, we got a kick in the ass!” says one poster. “We’re cultivating generations of spineless wimps,” writes another. In Portland, Maine College of Art recently hosted a session for art students with a group of feline friends.

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P o rt l a n d a f t e r dark

& Ice Deep in the dark heart of Maine’s winter, local bars and restaurants entice us with extremes–blazing hearths and outdoor fire pits. Come a little closer.

By Sarah Moore

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hen the days are blink-and-you’ll-miss-it short and the wind knifes up Congress Street, even the most hedonistic Friday night excursion is tinged with an urgency to stay warm. For those of us who have chosen to abstain from abstinence during the month of January–isn’t the post-holidays period hard enough without quitting alcohol?–why not fight the freeze with the help of some of Portland’s perfectly positioned fireplaces? Whether you’re draped beside some merry hearth or pressed close to the grate of an outdoor fire pit, the irresistible urge to gaze into the dancing flames seems to enrapture some caveman corner of the brain. Allow your more primal instincts to take over and seek out some heat this wintertime with Portland’s best fires. And for the daring there are opportunities to embrace the season and enjoy the ice in style with rinks, ice bars, and ice luges galore.

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Samoset Resort

your old ice skates, lace yourself in, and emerge gingerly onto the treacherous white polish of the ice rink, legs shaky and fawnlike. Take your time: you’ll find your ice feet and be gliding (or at least moving) around the perimeter before long. And even if your Olympic figure skating skills fail to kick in, the view across The Rink at Thompson’s Point and beyond is worth any potential falls, especially during sunset.

Admission is $7 for one session and rental skates will set you back just $3. Because ice skating is a tried-and-true romantic date trope, take your partner on Monday night for two-for-one admission. If you happen to prefer skating as a spectator sport or simply need to refuel, The Rink has built two outdoor fire pits overlooking the action. Grab a drink and post up in front of the flames for a while. The Yurt Bar offers rotating beer lines with two dedicated Bissell Brothers taps (they are neighbors, after all) and, most invitingly, spiked hot cider, coffee, and hot chocolate.

“Having the fireplace and woodstove is 3 4 p o r t l a n d m o n t h ly m a g a z i n e

lovely in the winter,” says Janet Foley, bartender at Boone’s Fish House and Oyster Room. “Burning the wood stove means that the restaurant smells like wood smoke, not fish. People seem to really love that.” Can’t say we blame them. Olfactory benefits aside, the choice spots at Boone’s are undoubtedly the tables and booths positioned near the open fireplace that crackles away through the evening. Foley suggests you improve the experience with a drink: “I’d go for the Spiced Rum Punch, our winter punch with cinnamon,” she says. The punch is syrupy sweet, like a sip of the tropics, but the cinnamon stick garnish adds a warming spice ap-

Portland Harbor Hotel

propriate for winter in Maine. “An espresso martini with chocolate shavings or a cognac would pair well, too.”

An outdoor bar might seem like a stretch in January, but when it’s carved out of 20,000 pounds of glassy glacier ice, you’ll be feeling less numb and more Narnia. The Samoset Resort in Rockport knows how to winter in style thanks to the annual Glacier Ice Bar & Lounge that appears every year alongside an assortment of themed ice sculptures. Carved by hand, the vast ice bar looks out across the ocean from the resort’s decking–an ethereal sight all lit up and bedecked with bottles.

Take a seat on a frozen “chair” (they’ll provide a sheepskin rug to take the chill off) and channel the White Witch as you a sip a cocktail on ice.

Another seafood joint sure to ignite your senses is BlueFin, formerly Eve’s at the Garden, in the Portland Harbor Hotel. Thankfully, whoever oversaw the restaurant’s rede-

Clockwise from top left: photos courtesy the samoset resort; courtesy harraseeket inn(2); meaghan maurice; courtesy photo.

The Samoset Resort transforms its patio into a glittering winter wonderland, complete with carved ice bar and sculptures, on display from January 12-20.

Harraseeket Inn

Inset: Grab an Adirondack chair and settle in front of the blazing fire pit at the Harraseeket Inn. With the firelight on your face and the stars overhead, you’ll be swept away in the moment.

Below left: The Ice Bar event at the Portland Harbor Hotel is a rowdy night of martini luges and music. Below right: You can’t beat a table by the fire and a spiced cocktail at Boone’s Fish House and Oyster Room.

sign knew better than to get rid of its generous fireside options. Inside, grab an icy martini and sling yourself into the deep, blue couches that frame the bar’s working fireplace. The plush setting, dancing firelight, and quiet, clockwork efficiency of the hotel’s staff creates a soporific sense of comfort. You won’t want to give up your spot for the entire night, much to the chagrin of the other guests. But wait, a fireside spot beneath the stars is in reach. Step outside to the garden area where the restaurant’s fire pit will be burning all winter. From January 25-27, the hotel will bring winter indoors for the return of its celebrated Ice Bar event after a hiatus in 2017. Guests can buy tickets ($30) to enjoy a party of music and martinis on ice–quite literally. A large, carved ice luge will make sure your drinks slip down in style and at lighting speed. Luge responsibly.

If you take a trip north to brave the postholiday sales in Freeport, you’ll need a moment to unwind and shake the knots from your shopping bag-laden shoulders. Just a short distance from the furor of Bean’s and

the outlet stores, you’ll find the hidden oasis of Harraseeket Inn’s outdoor patio, complete with an array of Adirondack chairs encircling a vast stone fire pit. “It’s lit every day at dusk,” says hotel manager Chip Gray.

“Guests can order food and drink from the Broad Arrow Tavern” to be enjoyed under the night sky.

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ven if you don’t have a suite booked, the Portland Regency and “restaurant with rooms” hotel The Francis both offer options for guests looking for a slice of fireside luxury with their dinner. Book ahead to secure the choice spot at Twenty Milk Street in The Portland Regency Hotel, where an open hearth will warm your backs as you devour cedar plank-roasted Maine lobster. The Francis’s Bolster, Snow & Co. has two fireplaces to choose from, each complete with glazed green tiles, polished mantel, and ornate brass fire guards winged by dark velvet chairs. What else would you expect from the restored Mellen E. Bolster Mansion, a Francis Fassett classic on Congress Street? “You

can come in to the hotel on a cold night and sit in The Parlor with a book and order a drink,” says manager Anthony DeLois. This is a hot seat you can relax in.

“It’s absolutely available to the general public, not just hotel guests. And if you want a full meal fireside, we’ll seat you at a table right by the fire in Bolster, Snow & Co.; it also offers a great view of the kitchen.” n

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East End Pups We take a walk with the furry personalities of Portland’s East End neighborhood.

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Age: 1 Breed: Labrador-German Shepherd mix Spotted: On the East End Beach Not a big fan: “The vacuum cleaner. Spring cleaning is highly discouraged in my house.”

Can’t get enough: Tennis balls, fetch, and swimming, whatever the weather. “My dad is a fisherman. I sometimes swim out to his skiff from the shore. I’ve also been known to raid the bait bucket and even devour entire lobster claws.

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Age: 6 months Breed: Terrier-Great Pyrenees-hound mix Spotted: North Street Pet Peeve: “Snooty West End dogs.”

Not a big fan: “When I’m made to sleep in my crate instead of my rightful spot in the center of the bed.”

Can’t get enough: “This is my first snow–I can’t get enough.

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Can’t get enough: “Playing outside, swimming, and drinking seawater. “

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h u n gry eye Healthy, fresh Thai food–not a crab Rangoon in sight–at Cheevitdee on Fore Street opposite the Mariner’s Church.

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ungry? There’s almost no reason to stay in and cook when Maine’s food scene refuses to show signs of plateauing in creativity. Media like The New York Times, Bon Appétit, and Thrillist continue to prick their ears in our direction, sniffing the air for fresh wonders from the little city that could. In the following pages, we invite you to consider delicious gossip, emerging trends, and a boggling list of new restaurant launches and exciting culinary events.

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12-14 / 19-20 Annual Glacier Ice Bar & Lounge Sip cocktails at what’s equally the “hottest and coolest” bar on the Maine coast this January at the Annual Glacier Ice Bar & Lounge at the Samoset Resort. It’s the perfect option for a stay-cation, with bites from Enoteca Wine Bar and live entertainment at La Bella Vita. samosetresort.com

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Last year, we waxed lyrical about the imminent arrival of Lio, Cara Stadler’s promised launch in the site of the former Styxx nightclub. But nothing happened–it’s been crickets for the last 12 months. “I talked too much about the project out of the gate last time and things didn’t work out on time,” says Stadler. “I had some family issues to deal with alongside running Bao Bao and Tao Yuan. But Lio will open in 2018, in mid-winter. The whole concept has changed. It will still be a wine-focused dining experience, and Chris Peterman [American Sommelier of Maine] is no longer a partner.”

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n addition, Stadler will be creating an aquaponic greenhouse attached to Tao Yuan that will begin as “a kind of experiment. We’re going to see if you can have a financially viable model. Year-round produce is one of the challenges the local restaurant industry faces. Greenhouses demand a lot of heat during the winter, and kitchens produce an enormous amount of heat, so we’re working with Harpswell Coastal Academy and Canopy Farm to see if we can grow vegetables and keep fish in a sustainable and economical way. We’ll also open a bakery and pastry shop.”

Stadler isn’t letting her excitement draw her in this time around. “I’m not going to talk about Lio ahead of opening. I’m just going to open it quietly and see what happens.” You heard it here. Keep your eyes on Lobster buns at Blyth and Burrows, Exchange Street’s exclusive new watering hole.

the shopfront at 3 Spring Street. Lio is coming soon. flash and flames Familiar faces and new arrivals are popping up across the state with tempting new offerings from the creative minds of Maine’s chefs and restaurateurs. ➽ In 2018, Maine & Loire and Drifters Wife will move into a neighboring space in the Nissen Building that once housed Roustabout. “The new space has a much large bar and kitchen area,” says Orenda Hale. “Chef Ben Jackson will finally have a hood, a gas stove, space for support staff, things most people start out with. Operations will expand, but the ethos of a small local, seasonal menu won’t change.” ➽ Big Fin Poké, Westbrook’s stand-out star of 2016, introduced us to the Hawaiian trend sweeping the West Coast. Bowls of spicy raw tuna with crunchy vegetables and punchy dressing were an instant hit, fuelling lines out the door. Jimmy Liang is building on the poké craze with a brand new location at 29 Western Avenue in South Portland. ➽ Quill Books & Beverage will open in Westbrook under the direction of longtime Lolita bartender Matthew Irving and partner Allison Krzanowski. Situated on Westbrook Common, the cafe/bar will sell a curated selection of used books. “We’ll offer simple foods like sandwiches, salads, and cheese boards with wine and beer four nights a week until 10 p.m.,” Krzanowski

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rant Dadaleares is restaurant shopping. The pastry chef, who earned his stripes at Fore Street, Hugo’s, and Central Provisions, plans to open a dessert bar named Gross Confection in downtown Portland in 2018 but has yet to sign a lease. For once, it’s not lack of funds holding a project back. Dadaleares has $35,273, thanks to a successful Kickstarter campaign. He’s one of a several Maine food and drink entrepreneurs who have turned to the online community for financial backing. In the cinema of the delicious, is crowdfunding the latest launching pad for a new generation of restaurateurs?

Dadaleares’s inspiration for his dessert

12-13 Whole Hog Culinary Workshop This one-of-a-kind master class involves breaking down a whole pig, learning the craft of creating prosciutto, sausage, and other smoked and cured meats, and 4 2 p o r t l a n d m o n t h ly m a g a z i n e

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Dadaleares’s “‘Brown Butter Spanish Bar Cake.’

My grandparents would always bring a Spanish Bar Cake when they visited us in Maine. I believe it originated at the A&P stores. It was basically a spiced raisin and applesauce cake with a cream cheese icing. I reimagined the recipe with heirloom apple jam, cream cheese mousse, pomegranate jus, coconut sorbet, and fennel seed tuile.”

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bar began with a hail of keystrokes. “I was posting pictures of my desserts online with the caption #gross, a nod to the sarcasm that runs rampant in professional kitchens.

I started to get a positive response online, and the idea to open a dessert bar grew.”

Gross Confection will serve a changing seasonal menu of sweet treats, “from largeformat desserts for five to six people to individual bites, plus a full bar that will specialise in digestifs.”

Is it really as simple as creating a campaign page to bring your dreams to life?

“It’s a full-time job. You need to spend around two months planning everything out before you even go live,” says Dadaleenjoying the final results at a formal dinner. Not for the faint of heart, the Whole Hog workshop takes place over a two-day period at Nezinscot Farm in Turner, ME, led by the brothersister duo of Castonguay Meats. Get ready to pig out. 225-3231. castonguaymeats.com

ares, who hit his target in October, pledging everything from bon-bons to private parties as incentives to grassroots investors.

“People are bombarded by information online. You need to be able to really captivate an audience. The campaign was a fulltime job. I hadn’t expected that. You need to constantly work on your online presence, field questions. There were times I wanted to huck my phone down the stairs.”

Other local businesses have used Kickstarter to take flight in recent years. David Levi launched Vinland in 2013 after raising over $45,000 on the platform, on which he shared a fervent 2,000-word manifesto on his locavore vision. Others include FORK

13 Maine Brewers’ Guild Beer Festival Celebrate Maine’s craft beer at the winter session of the annual Maine Brewers’ Guild Beer Festival at Thompson’s Point in Brick South, featuring an extensive selection of Maine-brewed ales and lagers, as well as live

Food Lab, Blake Orchard Juicery, Union Bagel, Bearded Lady’s Jewel Box, Strong Brewing, and the recent target-hitter Stars & Stripes Brewing.

For the tech-savvy, strategic entrepreneur willing to market themselves to the local scene, crowdfunding sites present a diplomatic entryway into the local food scene.

No need to schmooze big investors or take out loans, but you will have to create the voice and vision to make your idea in a crowded, quickly diverted space. For those who don’t reach their target in the set time, none of the existing investment pledges will be honored.

“I was very humbled to reach my target,” Dadaleares says. “I remember looking up an investor whose name I didn’t know. It turned out to be a burlesque drag show team in Washington D.C. That was awesome.”

music and plenty of grub from local food trucks to soak up the suds. mainebrewersguild.org

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14 Cider Series Dinner #1 at Bolster, Snow & Co. Bolster, Snow & Co.–located within Portland’s newest boutique hotel, The Fran-

18-20 Ice Bar at Brunswick Hotel and Tavern Head north to the Brunswick Hotel and Tavern for their annual ice

cis–hosts Brian Smith of Oyster River Winegrowers for a four-course communal dinner with cider pairings, including discussions

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Hungry Eye Trending into Maine For months now, there’s been a great deal of talk about bringing back ‘the neighborhood,’ however local or global. A westward stroll down Congress Street will land you at the new incarnation of The Roma, delighting red-sauce pasta lovers and doublingdown on a shot of nostalgia. Venture deeper into the West End, you’ll encounter Chaval and Little Giant, the second child of Damian Sansonetti and Ilma Lopez of Piccolo, and Briana and Andrew Volk of Portland Hunt + Alpine Club respectively.

Looking eastward, impossibly buttery croissants popped up seemingly overnight on the counter at Belleville at One North Street on Munjoy Hill. Baharat brought the Middle East to East Bayside, plating up succulent shawarma and smoky bowls of baba ghanoush. Meanwhile, Washington Avenue showed no sign of slowing its rapid development from industrial outlier to gastronomic destination. One of the area’s original occupants, The Portland Pottery Cafe, now has an alluring after-hours alter ego: Lena’s Italian. The menu is pure comfort food, with spaghetti and meatballs and chicken parm as headliners. Across

Which restaurants shuffled off the mortal coil of Portland’s dining scene in 2017? New Year’s Day 2018 marked the end of Old Port watering hole Sonny’s. The popular bar and Latin-style restaurant, which has inhabited the 19th-century brick building that once housed Portland Savings Bank for nine years (and later F. Parker Reidy’s), announced its plans to reincarnate as Black Cow, “a casual hamburger-and-shake shop featuring a classic soda fountain,” according to new head chef Nicholas Nappi in an interview with the Press Herald. “Sonny’s is near BRGR bar, Elevation Burger, Five Guys, Nosh, Rosie’s, and b good. How are you going to break into that market? Every tier of burger is covered,” challenges one Facebook user.

In a surprise turn, David’s KPT, the brainchild of chef David Turin, closed without warn-

the street, Boston’s Island Creek Oysters opened a Portland location in the former Creighton’s Flower Market, where they offer fresh, plump local oysters and Spanishinspired tinned fish in a sleek setting.

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here’s really no chance of going thirsty in this neck of the woods.

Maine Craft Distilling relocated into the space adjoining Island Creek, allowing for bigger production volumes and the space to host a Sunday Roast dinner series. The Nissen Building, which once pumped out baked goods as the Nissen Baking Co. and now creates more adult concoctions with grain and yeast, hosts Maine & Loire wine shop, Maine Mead Works, Oxbow Brewing, and, most recently, Hardshore Distilling (whose craft gin was named best in 2017 by USA Today).

Found in Translation We spotted the emergence of a new breed of Asian restaurants back in October [“New Wave Asian”], and the momentum has yet to slow. Sichuan Kitchen kicked things off in style on New Year’s Day 2017 with fi-

January

bar celebration. Warm up with an assortment of specialty drinks, hors d’oeuvres, outdoor grilling, and live entertainment each night from 5-10 p.m. thebrunswickhotelandtavern.com 23 Babette’s Feast Opening Night

Portland Stage presents the opening night of Babette’s Feast, an adaptation of the story of how a refugee transforms a community by throwing a lavish dinner party. The production runs through February 18. portlandstage.org

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25/27 Ice Bar at BlueFin The annual Portland Harbor Hotel ice bar returns once again this January at the new BlueFin restaurant. With a live DJ, ice sculptures, complimentary food and fire pits, this is a party not to be missed. portlandharborhotel.com

27 Allagash Wild Beer Roundup It’s the most exciting beer release of the year at Allagash! As well as offering a diverse array of rare releases, guests are invited to the brewery for games, prizes, and music. Prost! allagash.com

28 Pies on Parade Rockland, Dubbed “Pie Town USA”

by Food Network, Rockland hosts the 14th annual pie-centric parade just a few days after National Pie Day (January 23). Seize the opportunity to sample more than 50 pies, featuring old favor-

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says. “It feels like there aren’t a lot of options for nights out in Westbrook right now, so we plan to host acoustic nights and poetry readings.” ➽ Leavvitt & Sons Deli opened a second location on Kennebec Street a block down from 2017’s unlikely hero, Bayside Bowl.

“We built for a neighborhood that hasn’t been built yet!” says owner Peter Leavitt. The deli is popular for its simple, hearty offerings and a strong selection of wine.”You don’t always want a fancy, gourmet sandwich with avocado and such. That’s why my chicken pot pie is so popular.” ➽ Harding Lee Smith is adding more rooms to his culinary mansion with a rumoured second Front Room in Falmouth and continued development to the Mountain Room at Sunday River Ski Resort. ➽ The Marriott Hotel chain AC Hotel will open in April 2018 on 158 Fore Street.

Its bar, called the AC Lounge, will function as the “centerpiece and focus of the hotel,” says manager Jeff Lidinsky. “The whole philosophy is fun, trendy, vibrant, and European-inspired. It’s geared toward everything Portland stands for.” Lidinsky just moved to Portland from Chicago.

ing in October. Kennebunk Resort Collection owns the restaurant and “plans to reopen a reimagined restaurant in The Boathouse Waterfront Hotel in Spring 2018,” says Rachel Pelkey of KRC. “We’re working on a new concept and design.” Will Turin return as head chef? “I believe we’ll hire a new head chef,” Pelkley says. KRC was unable to confirm if the restaurant’s 45 former full-time staff members will be offered their old jobs back.

Bramhall Square proved a tough spot to stick it out for Vinland chef David Levy, who saw two ventures close in quick succession at 3 Deering Avenue. First was Rossobianco, followed by its sucessor, rustic Trattoria Fanny, which lasted from February to August.

ery broths and authentic dishes from a region of China often underrepresented in Maine. Then Izakaya Minato brought artful Japanese dishes and fusion plates like Udon Vongole, a salty and tasty hybrid of Japanese-Italian cooking, to Washington Avenue. Mami Food Truck, of Japanese comfort food fame, found a brick-andmortar home on Fore Street, just a few feet away from a healthful Thai eatery, Cheevitdee. Speaking of food trucks, Hakka Me brought Cantonese to the streets of Portland, right alongside the Cambodian newcomer Nom Bai Street Kitchen. Even Boda got in on the mobile action, selling grilled quail eggs and lemongrass beef skewers from a tiny window that managed to end up wherever the crowds were. What else?

Công Tử Bột made diners sit up and take notice with an authentic approach to Vietnamese cuisine in a thoroughly modern setting. The husband-and-wife team at Yobo brought us Korean charm with Bibimbap bowls and local ingredients, and Sun Bakery & Restaurant quietly opened doors just two days after Thanksgiving.

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onsider the humble bagel. A graband-go staple of everyday life, it might seem an unlikely food hero.

Mister Bagel set the bar locally in 1977 with Brooklyn native Rick Hartglass’s first shop on Forest Avenue. Over 40 years later, we’re experiencing the second coming of the oldschool Jewish treat. Here’s hoping the trend doesn’t go the way of New York’s multi-colored, sugar-sprinkled ‘unicorn bagels’…

“I think what we’re seeing now is a modern interpretation. Bagels today are a lot lighter and less dense, because that’s the taste now,” says Audrey Farber as she serenely plaits a challa in the sun-washed second floor of Fork Food Labs on a weekday morning. Farber launched Bubbe & Bestemor baking company last year to celebrate her Ashkenazi Jewish and Norwegian heritage. Hailing from New Jersey, she moved to Maine aged 12 with her family, including her father, a fervent bagel fan.

“He’s doing a taste test of every bagel in Maine. He says they’re all good

FEBRUARY

3 Chef Summit The third annual Chef Summit at Sunday River brings 12 chefs and mixologists together for a unique evening of worldclass food and beverages. Featuring dishes from Chef Josh Berry (Union),

but not quite right. We think of the New York bagel like the New York slice–as the benchmark–but I actually don’t like a lot of the recipes from the iconic bagel makers. I’m a nerd for the traditional recipes and methods. It’s a matter of taste.”

Looking like a slice of 1970s Lower East Side New York, Rose Foods on Forest Avenue (formerly home to BreaLu cafe) is certainly tapping into our faith in the New-York-style bagel experience. “I developed the recipe over the winter in my kitchen,” says Chad Conley, who also owns the popular Palace Diner in Biddeford. “I worked hard to develop the right texture: a crisp bite to the exterior and a light chewiness.”

Conley grew up down the street from Rose Foods and recalls when dining out in the area involved a trip to Olive Garden. He fell for the idea of a traditional-style bagel shop while traveling to New York and Vancouver. Creations like the Luxe Lox–Nova lox, salmon caviar, and lox cream cheese–eaten in the tiny, tiled deli-style shop–will almost transport you to downtown Manhattan. As will the price tag, $16.

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Chef Mike Wiley (Hugo’s), Chef David Turin (David’s) and more, it’s the foodiest event of the year on the mountain. sundayriver.com 12 Beer Hearts Chocolate Allagash hosts a romantic beer and chocolate pair-

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iston bakery Forage Market will expand into the former Creighton’s Flower Market at 123 Washington Avenue. The bakery’s fire-blistered bagels have been ranked one of the best in the country by Saveur magazine. Nearby, Union Bagel announced it will open a second, larger location on Veranda Street to meet growing demand from wholesalers, though they’ll keep their cozy storefront on Cumberland Avenue. In Biddeford, Rover Bagels added to the city’s ever-expanding ros-

28 Incredible Breakfast Cook-off Kick Maine Restaurant Week off a few days early with the annual Incredible Breakfast Cook-off!

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2-3 SUNAANA SUNAANA winter festival returns for its second year, this time stretching into a twoday event. Jam-packed with music, art, craft beer, spirits and local food, it’s one of the most eclectic events of the year at Brick South, Thompson’s Point. sunaana.com 4 Coffee and Dessert Pairing Get your sweet on at Coffee By Design! Featuring signature desserts from some of the city’s best restaurants and plenty of caffeine, there’s no better way to shake off the winter doldrums. coffeebydesign.com

March

6 Maine Brew Fest Spring Session Taste over 100 craft beers and ciders at the spring session of the Maine Brew Fest. Taking place at Sunday River’s South Ridge Lodge, it’s the perfect way to wind down after a day on the slopes. sundayriver.com 11 Spirit Quest A self-guided walking tour through the Old Port and Arts District, Spirit Quest takes guests on a journey to taste the best cocktails and paired bites the city has to offer. visitmaine.com 14 7th Annual PSO Wine Dinner Featuring wine from the Blue Danube Wine 4 8 p o r t l a n d mont h ly maga z in e

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2018 marks the 10-year anniversary of Maine Restaurant Week, when practically every restaurant in town offers multi-course menus at fixed prices. It’s the deal of the year, so be sure to grab reservations in January or February. mainerestaurantweek.com

Mainers love our lobster year-round, but there’s something about the delectable lobster roll that feels exclusive to summer–until now.

Enter Highroller Lobster Company, which opened its cherry-red doors on 104 Exchange Street in December 2017. The jump from sidewalk cart to sit-down eatery was somewhat spontaneous. “Initially, a permanent space was not the dream at all,” co-owner Andy Gerry says. “We had a lot of tourists who’d seek us out, thinking we were a restaurant.

And the local demand keeps getting higher and higher.” The new space, a cheerful redand-white refuge complete with old-school booths and an industrial bar, enables Highroller to serve up fun and fresh fare featuring Maine’s favorite crustacean all year long. “We think of our food as the everyman’s lobster,” Gerry says. “A lot of places put lobster on a pedestal, but we have fun with it.” Dishes like the lobster cheese crisp taco and the lobby pop (a seafood version of a corndog) have an almost cult-like following among Portland residents. Of their decision to open a brick-and-mortar spot, Gerry declares, “Lobster rolls are no longer seasonal.”

The once gaudy exterior of 3 Buoys on Washington Avenue now stands whitewashed and empty, awaiting its reincarnation as Bob’s Clam Hut. It’s been all quiet on the eastern front since owner Michael Landgarten announced plans to expand beyond Kittery a year ago. “We’re definitely still coming to Portland,” says Landgarten.

–Bob’s Clam Hut owner “We’ll open in April or May. It’s going to be an urban Bob’s. We’re Michael Landgarten going to sell classic favorites like lobster rolls and fried clams but there will be more of a late night feel.”

Migrate south for The Commissary in Scarborough, owned and operated by Bite into Maine, one of Portland’s original food truck success stories. “The Commissary was the working kitchen for our trucks,” says co-owner Sarah Sutton. “We wanted to have the capability to work year-round, so we opened it up to customers.” The venue is modest–a takeout counter and 12 dining seats–but their menu has grown. “Guests can enjoy our famous lobster rolls, plus grown-up grilled cheese and chowder.”

Keep your eyes peeled for the long-awaited arrival of Maine Lobster Shack, which has teased its arrival on 425 Fore Street since 2015. There’s no official opening date as yet, but CFO Michael Michalski is currently working with contractors to convert the 1,800-foot space that sits next to Gelato Fiasco. The delay may have to do with tax deposit issues in California by Old Port Lobster Shack owner Russell Deutsch, a Mainer who is California-based.

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Hungry Eye 2018 Chocolate Lover’s Fling. With desserts from Standard Baking Company, the Holy Donut, Izzy’s Cheesecakes and more, there’s no heading home hungry from this annual event (now in its 33rd year!). chocolateloversfling.org 26 Gulf of Maine Seafood Celebration Give a toast to the bounty of the ocean at the 5th annual Gulf of Maine Seafood Celebration. Mingle with marine scientists, local fisherman, and more while tasting an endless array of dishes highlighting the best our waters have to offer—it’s educational and delicious. gmri.org

24 Annual Chili Chowder Challenge Recognized as the biggest and longest lasting chili and chowder competition in Maine, the 17th Annual Chili Chowder Challenge is a fun- and food-filled family event with a charitable component. Proceeds from the event benefit the Children’s Center. Beyond the main event of tasting the state’s best chili and chowder from local restaurants and caterers, guests can enjoy crafts, a silent auction, and live music. childrensctr.org 25 Maine Maple Sunday Get an up-close glimpse at how Maine maple syrup producers create liquid gold on Maine Maple Sunday—always the fourth Sunday in March.

Bring your sweet tooth! mainemapleproducers.com 25 Eat the Heat Chili Cookoff Be the judge at Sunday River’s annual chili cookoff, where local restaurants vie for the title of the Champion of Chili. This year’s twist? Individuals without a restaurant affiliation are invited to compete. The Firefighters’ Race, live music, and a Bloody Mary Bar from Shipyard Brew Haus tops it off to deliver you a perfect Sunday. sundayriver.com

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4-9 Kennebunkport Festival A week-long celebration of area chefs and craft beverage producers and distillers, it’s the perfect way to enjoy the spirit of Kennebunkport—one unforgettable bite and sip at a time. kennebunkportfestival.com 10 Old Port Festival Kick off your summer with the 45th annual Old Port Festival.

With over 250 vendor booths offering an eclectic mix of food, music and art, this rain-or-shine event draws thousands of attendees to Portland’s downtown from 11 a.m.—5 p.m. portlandmaine.com/old-portfestival 21-23 Greek Festival A 3-day event that draws over 10,000 people each year, the annual Greek Food Festival is a family-friendly Portland tradition. Come for the spanakopita, lamb souvlaki, and loukoumades—stay for the live music and traditional dancing! holytrinityportland.org 23 Allagash Street Fair Industrial Way becomes a veritable festival each year at the annual Allagash Street Fair. A collaboration between area restaurants and benchmark breweries from Maine and beyond, it’s one of the finest ways to soak up some sun and suds this summer. allagash.com

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6 Maine Brewfest: Spring Session After a day of skiing and snowboarding on the mountain, switch gears at night at Sunday River’s second annual brew festival, highlighting 100 different beers and ciders from 40 local brewers. The event, which kicks off the mountain’s Spring Festival Weekend, includes plenty to eat and live music to rock out to. sundayriver.com

year at the Ocean Gateway terminal on Portland’s historic waterfront, guests can expect to sample fine wines and plenty of food pairings, and proceeds always go to a good cause. Tickets are limited, so secure yours today! toastonthecoast.com

MAY

11 Toast on the Coast Spend an evening overlooking beautiful Casco Bay while enjoying gourmet fare at the 7th annual Toast on the Coast. Held each

23 Maine Whoopie Pie Festival Fans of Maine’s official state treat will be in seventh heaven at the 2018 Maine Whoopie Pie Festival. With samples of countless different interpretations of the classic Maine treat to choose from, it’s the ultimate education on all things “whoopie.” mainewhoopiepiefestival.com

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March

Company, the 17th Annual Portland Symphony Orchestra wine dinner will be held this year at the Harraseeket Inn in Freeport.

Look for culinary creations from Paola Laboa (Solo Italiano), Sara Jenkins (Nina June), Ilma Lopez (Piccolo, Chaval), Sam Hayward (Fore Street, Scales) and Troy Mains (Harraseeket Inn). portlandsymphony.org

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7-14 Maine Potato Blossom Festival Visit beautiful Aroostook County for the annual Maine Potato Blossom Festival this July. Over 100 performances, contests

and activities round out what is undoubtedly the state’s biggest homage to the potato, including a… potato blossom pageant?

You’ll just have to show up in Fort Fairfield to see it for yourself. fortfairfield.org

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9-14 Central Maine Egg Festival Truly the event of the year in Pittsfield, ME, the annual Central Maine Egg Festival celebrates the humble egg in style. You’ll never view eggs the same way again after witnessing

There’s no shortage of places to imbibe, thanks to the explosion of brewery tasting rooms in 2017, including Good Fire Brewing Co., Battery Steele Brewing, and Westbrook’s Yes Brewing. But if you’re all sampled-out of your favorite ales, don’t fret–there’s more to come.

“Enjoy your beer–that’s an order!” says Brad Nadeau, founder of Stars & Stripes Brewing, a veteran-owned-andoperated company that plans to open a brewery and taproom in Portland in early 2018. The military-themed brewery, which hit its $20,000 Kickstarter campaign target in December [see “Crowdsourcing a Dream”], will donate a portion of its proceeds to veterans organizations. “Our name says it all. It’s patriotic,” says Nadeau, who served in the U.S. Marine Corps.

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the “Egglympics.” centralmaineeggfestival.org 13-15 Moxie Festival Held in Lisbon, ME since 1982, the annual Moxie Festival is a Maine tradition like no other. Celebrate the origins of one

of the world’s most eccentric beverages with other Moxie lovers from across the country. Did we mention we still love the taste all these years later? moxiefestival.com 20-22 Maine Celtic

“Our mission is to make great beer for great people. We want to bring everyone, veterans and veterans’ families especially, together to talk and share stories.”

Beyond Portland, newcomer Nuts and Bolts Brewing plans to set up shop in Biddeford by spring, while Brickyard Hollow Brewing will open a taproom in Yarmouth. Lone Pine Brewing recently purchased space in Gorham to increase their production.

But it’s not all hops. Blue Lobster Wine Company, having mastered the craft of canned wine, plans to forge ahead with a tasting room in Portland. “Our rosé and Bayside Blend have been really well received around town. We’re stoked,” says owner Chris Gamble. “We’re currently sampling wines that we plan to bring into our East Bayside facility to have available by spring.” –By Madison Andrews

able cheese-rolling championship. Show up and cheer on the cheese-chasers…or the wheel of Dubliner. mainecelticcelebration.com 20-22 Yarmouth Clam Festival

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Mardi Gras staple Sazerac Rye may be a New Orleans classic, but the Louisiana whiskey still travels to your glass via Lewiston. Boston Brands, an affiliate of Sazerac Co. , bottles the liquor, along with Fireball Cinnamon Whisky and Barton Vodka, at its Saratoga Street plant in “The Lew.” The company just announced a $1M expansion in 2018, according to Bangor Daily News. That’s a lot of extra Sazerac flowing through Maine.

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Celebration A fitting host city for such a celebration, Belfast presents its 12th annual Maine Celtic Celebration. Music, dancing, and feats of strength mark the occasion, but none compare with the remark-

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HUngry Eye Bringing together some of the finest artists Maine has to offer, the Picnic Music and Arts Festival is a must-attend event for anyone interested in supporting the local artist economy. With a heavy food truck presence, there’s no way you’re going home hungry.

A Maine summer tradition ever since 1965, the Yarmouth Clam Festival draws thousands of people each year for live music, arts & crafts and—of course—as many clams as you can put back. Don’t miss the Carnival on the Midway! clamfestival.com

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22 Open Farm Day Grow your sense of connection with Maine farmers on Open Farm Day, which gives families the chance to visit working farmers throughout all 16 Maine counties. It’s one of the most educational events of the year, with many farms offering plenty of tasty bites of locally grown meats and produce along the way. maine.gov 29 Festival of Nations Perhaps the most cultur-

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AUGUST

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10 Acadian Festival Celebrate Acadian culture and history at the 41st annual Acadian Festival in Madawaska, ME. It might be a bit of a drive, but we promise the poutine and “baby crawling contest” will be worth it. acadianfestival.com 17 Maine Highland Games and Scottish Festival Get your fill of haggis and Scotch whiskey at the 2018 Maine Highland

Games and Scottish Festival. Hosted by the St. Andrews Society of Maine, it’s the event of the year for anyone with an interest in Scottish culture. Yes– there will be bagpipes. mainehighlandgames.org 18-19 St. Peter’s Church Annual Italian Bazaar Classic Italian food, street games, and tons of family fun characterize the St. Peter’s Church Annual Italian Bazaar. Don’t leave without a sausage sandwich! italianheritagecenter.com 25 Wells Chili-Fest Fully sanctioned by the International Chili Society, the Wells Chili-Fest is a serious competition. Contestants will compete in various categories, including chili, chili verde, and salsa.

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7-10 Maine Garlic Festival Held every year in Southwest Harbor, the Maine Garlic Festival features live entertainment, plenty of food and drink, and the chance to mingle with experienced garlic growers. It’s also an important fundraiser for local nonprofits, so get ready to trade in your fresh breath for a good cause. downeastacadia.com

How can you entice diners off the street and into your restaurant? A slice of light might work. Portland bars and restaurants are bringing back the retro appeal of neon signs with the help of artist David Johansen, also known as Neon Dave. Rose Foods, Sister’s Gourmet Deli, Hot Suppa, BGR Bar, and Blake Orchard (left) have all recently commissioned glowing artworks. “Neon has always waxed and waned through our cultural aesthetic,” says Johansen. “There were waves, sometimes lasting well over 10 years, roughly in the 1920s, 1950s, 1980s and, I would say, now.

Social media is one thing playing a role in the current resurgence of neon’s popularity in the commercial and fine art worlds. Neon makes an impact both ‘in real life’ and on screen and is something regularly shared, posted, liked, and remembered.” Keep an eye out for his futuristic designs as you eat and drink your way around town. Think of it as a game of neon bingo.

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29 Billtoberfest Celebrate the work of head brewer Bill Boguski at Foulmouthed Brewing in South Portland. Grab a frosty mug of Germanstyle lager and cheers your neighbor! foulmouthedbrewing.com

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22 Brett Camp Get funky at Austin Street Brewery with a full line-up of beers fermented with brettanomyces—a prized strain of wild, naturally occurring yeast. There’ll even be a few special, limited-run bottles to bring home. austinstreetbrewery.com

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October

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28 Goods from the Woods Oxbow Brewing Company’s annual celebration features a huge variety of rare beer, gourmet food from some of Portland’s finest chefs, live music,

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17-18 Maine Harvest Festival Experience the best of “farm fresh” at the Maine Harvest Festival at the Cross Insurance center

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Broker John Hatcher of The Hatcher Group keeps his ear to the ground: “The Frame Shop is up for rent right now. A short while ago, someone wanted to open a photography studio there, but it didn’t work out. It’s a shame,” The Schwartz Building, which, like The Frame Shop, is owned by landlord Geoffrey Rice, has long stood derelict despite its killer location facing Congress Square. “Again, there’s not much progress to report,” says Hatcher. Encouraged by the Friends of Congress Square Park Committee, Rice has contributed to Little Village art collective to install a charming “Arcs & Angles” light installation in the four-story building’s windows until February 1. “I’d love to relocate into that space,” says

DECEMBER

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neighbor and Kurier owner Jasmine Clayton. “I’m looking to expand, and it’s an incredible spot. It would be great to see it occupied.”

In 2017, White Cap Coffee Co. announced plans to open a coldbrew coffee tasting room in the former Sahara Club on Washington Avenue, but a ‘For Lease’ sign has since reappeared in the window. Will 2018 be the year these three dream spots become destinations on our cultural map?

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lice may not live on 96 Clinton Street anymore, but the Deering High graduate is doing a starry turn in her new sitcom 9JKL on CBS, where she plays opposite Elliott Gould.

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Linda Lavin plays Judy, a lovable, interfering mom to recently divorced son Josh (Mark Feuerstein). An out-ofwork actor, Josh is forced to move into apartment 9K, crammed between his mother and father in

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9J and brother and sister-in-law in 9L. It touches a nerve, and it’s devilishly fun.

“We’re getting wonderful feedback about 9JKL,” says Lavin. “The writing is funny and true to life. The character and actors are wonderful.”

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avin gets to the set early and never lets up. “It starts at 5 p.m. and can go as late as 11. It’s exactly the same process established all those years ago by Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz. We film to a live audience at CBS in Studio City, California, on Stage Two,” where Roseanne used to be shot. “A warm-up comic entertains the audience between our scenes and keeping things mov6 2 p o r t l a n d m o n t h ly m a g a z i n e

ing. We also pre-shoot some scenes the day before and then project them on monitors for the audience, mixed in with the live performance. We shoot each scene at least twice;

“We get new lines from the writers and put them in right on the spot. It’s lively and exciting and high-energy.”

more often than not, we get new lines from the writers and put them in right on the spot.

It’s lively and exciting and high-energy.”

Earlier this year, Lavin starred in the saucy Hollywood rom-com How to Be a Latin Lover. She plays Millicent, a mature millionaire in a romantic relationship with Rob Lowe’s character, Rick. “The movie was a lark. It was a lot of fun to create my character, Millicent, with my director, the brilliant Ken Merino. I fashioned Millicent after the upper-class New York socialites of the 1960s. Working with Rob Lowe was delightful. He’s charming and easy to be with.”

The cast of How to Be a Latin Lover (Lionsgate) includes Mexican actor Eugenio

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The cast of 9JKL, from left to right: Elliot Gould, Linda Lavin, Liz Lapira, David Walton, and Mark Feuerstein. Right: Linda Lavin graces the cover of People Magazine in 1978.

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Spicing the spice, Salma Hayek, Kristen Bell, and Raquel Welch helped make this ensemble cast una verdadera celebración.

The Alice Years In 1976, Lavin grabbed the lead role in the sitcom Alice. The show was a decade-long hit (Lavin was on the cover of People Magazine on April 24, 1978), warm-hearted and feisty, in which Lavin plays a single mom hustling hash-browns in Mel’s Diner, nursing dreams of stardom. Her portrayal of the strong-willed Alice earned Lavin two Golden Globe Awards. Alice ran from 19761985. Her character became a powerful inspiration for working women and single moms across the country. “When I was Alice, I came to realize I represented 80 percent of blue- and pink-collar working women. Alice politicized me. She taught me to be aware of the issues facing working women and single mothers today.”

Inspired by her success with Alice, Lavin formed her own production company, Red 6 4 p o r t l a n d m o n t h ly m a g a z i n e

Barn Studio Theatre 2007. “People came to me with scripts about women in real-life working situations. They were stories about women who walked through fire and came out standing. Stories about underpaid women working in factories and nurses who dealt with people in crisis. This was during

the 1970s and 1980s, which I consider the Golden Age of television. These shows were the forerunner of the realistic feature films about women we see today.

“Like Alice, 9JKL deals with family relationships–except it’s a more sophisticated and edgier show. The people are more privileged and on a higher economic level than Alice. I love to go to work every day. I feel very grateful and fortunate for this role, the quality of work and good people at this stage of my life. Fun and creative are the operative words for me. I’m very committed to participating in projects where I can bring and exchange those qualities with like-minded people.”

Made in Maine avin was born in Portland, Maine, on October 15, 1937, to a musical family at 96 Clinton Street. Her mother, Lucille, an opera singer, gave up a promising career as a coloratura soprano to raise her

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family. “I remember singing a three-part harmony with my mother and older sister, Jocelyn, while washing dishes,” Lavin says.

Her home state is still close to her heart. “I still have connections in Maine, including my sister and her family, plus several high school classmates,” she says. “I like to visit when the weather is better.”

During her formative years in Maine, Lavin studied at Waynflete and Deering High School, polishing her acting chops in local performances and in Deering’s Glee Club. “I attended the Dorothy Mason School of Dance for many years and performed at Waynflete in pageants and plays.”

Her talent wasn’t always given center stage.

“While I hoped to portray Alice in Waynflete’s Alice in Wonderland, I played the white rabbit.” Lavin’s connection to the local performing arts continued to build. “I studied piano with the great Florence Libby. And from the sound booth at radio station WCSH, I watched my mother perform

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Fun fact: At age one, Linda Lavin astonished her parents by standing up in her crib and belting out “God Bless America.” According to her mom, Linda was singing before she could talk. A refrain of Lavin’s 1966 Broadway musical hit “You’ve Got Possibilities!” echoes across time and space. From the first, her career was written in the stars.

her radio program every Wednesday night.

I also did a number of plays and musical performances at Deering High School.”

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avin went on to study drama at The College of William and Mary and began performing summer stock in New Jersey. Full of drive, she went to Manhattan in the early 1960s in search of theater gigs.

There she met famed producer/director Hal Prince while rehearsing her first Broadway show, A Family Affair. Prince spotted Lavin in the chorus and, impressed with her singing and acting, gave her five more parts in that production. Prince would continue to land roles for Lavin in a number of shows, including Superman and the revival of Leonard Bernstein’s Candide at the New York City Opera in 2017. “We’ve had a long and lasting affectionate relationship,” Lavin says. “He was my earliest and greatest mentor. As a director, Prince always brought out the best in me.”

Roll the credits Her talents have won her a Tony for Broad-

Fun fact: “Production of 9JKL takes place in the former sound stage home of Roseanne (1988), (Stage Two at CBS Studio Center), which, due to its wide and expansive New York-themed sets, utilizes one of the largest sound stages on the lot. When Roseanne (2018) was announced as a revival in 2017, it was not able to return to its original stage and instead was moved to Stage 15.”–imdb.com

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It earned stardom in Alice.

way Bound, Drama Desk, Outer Critic, and Helen Hayes Awards, plus numerous nominations. She’s starred in over 50 films (including The Intern, with Robert DeNiro and Anne Hathaway, 2015), TV shows, and plays, leaving her indelible shine on everything from The Sopranos, How To Be a Latin Lover, Gypsy, The Intern, Follies, and The Good Wife, to The Muppets Take Manhat-

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The childhood home of Linda Lavin at No. 96 Clinton Street is just blocks from Deering High School. To get there, simply stroll up Stevens Avenue and take a right after The Quality Shop. Right: Linda Lavin’s Deering High yearbook photo. She graduated in 1955.

tan. Lavin also directed several episodes of Alice and produced soundtracks for the sitcom, as well as for Damn Yankees! and The Muppet Show.

“I went to Wilmington, North Carolina, to make a movie and fell in love with it.”

She also fell in love with her third husband, artist and director Steve Bakunas, and married him in 2005. While they shuttled for roles and performances in New York

and Los Angeles, they made their home in Wilmington for 17 years. “We found a garage in a neglected part of town and converted it into a theater,” Lavin says. “We put on three shows a year for five years. We had great support from the town.” Lavin had previously been married to Tony-awardwinner Rob Leibman (known for his performance with Sally Field in Norma Rae) from 1969-1981.

Lavin continues to reinvent herself.

When she’s not on set, she produces and directs, teaches acting (including a master class at William and Mary), and oversees The Linda Lavin Arts Foundation, dedicated to empowering young women through the performative arts. On top of everything else, Lavin is currently launching a bed and breakfast with her husband in Chatham, New York. n

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ith the chilly nights upon us, what could be better than curling up with a good book and a glass of port? A trip to the Bahamas? OK, fine. I’ve selected four ports that should help you weather whatever storm Mother Nature sends your way this winter season.

Port is a fortified wine, ranging in style from white, rose, tawny, and red–known as “ruby” port. We’ll focus on the latter two varieties, which are most commonly enjoyed at the end of a meal for their sweetness. True to the name, ruby ports are deep red in color, with flavors of berries and chocolate. Generally, an open bottle will stay fresh for about two weeks. Tawny ports are lighter in color and tend to be sweeter than ruby ports, with notes of nuts and caramel. A bottle of tawny port will stay berries, and a hint of spice that make this fresh for about a month after opening. Most bottle the perfect accompaniment to dark ports you see in the marketplace vary in chocolate or Stilton Cheese. price from $15 to several hundred dollars Another winner from Ramos Pinto and the best selection will be found in fine comes in the form of the house’s 20-yearwine shops–not at your local grocer. old Tawny Port ($68). This is, in my opinReal port wine can only come from the ion, one of the best bottles on the margrapes of the Douro Region in Portugal. Alket for quality and price point in though up to 30 different varieties any style and the benchmark for can be used, the grapes consid20-year tawny ports. Made from ered the best are Touriga Naciograpes from one of the oldest vinenal, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz yards in the Douro–the Quinta do (a.k.a. Tempranillo), Tinta BarroBom Retiro, with flavors of dates, ca, and Tinta Cao, each imparting dried figs, and Brazil nuts–this port nuanced characteristics to the final conjures an amazing complexity of blend. Most average 20-percent alflavors on the palate. The finish lincohol by volume versus table wines gers for over 30 (12-14 percent), so sip responsibly! seconds. I don’t Founded in 1880, the house of Rarecommend mos Pinto uses grapes exclusively from pairing this its own estate in the making of each port with any desvintage. The Collector Reserva Delicioso! Port wine and Pasteis de Nata custard sert. Instead, ruby port ($18) carries ripe arotarts are famed Portuguese indulgences. simply sip it on mas of dried plums, figs, black-

its own–it’s that singular!

Founded in 1692, Taylor Fladgate’s 10-year-old Tawny Port ($30) is, as the name suggests, aged in wood for a minimum of 10 years. It should be the reference point for all ports of this age and type, as it boasts wonderful aromas of nuts, caramel, and hints of oak. This port pairs perfectly with a fig tart or bread pudding.

The firm of Croft Port, dating to 1588, is one of the world’s great producers of vintage port. I suggest the 2011 vintage ($82). The distinctive style derives from the soils of the famous Quinta da Roêda estate, whose ripe and powerfully fruity wines are the heart of the Croft Vintage blend. I recommend decanting this wine for one hour and pairing with a piece of Stilton Cheese, which should be served at room temperature. n Ralph Hersom is a sommelier and owner of RRH Cellars Wine Consultancy. He was formerly the Cellarmaster at Windows On The World and Wine Director of Le Cirque 2000 in NYC. Winterguide 2018 69

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a roule? My favorite French-style yogurt brand, Oui, charms with this question on its foil cover. The question bounces back to answer itself: Ça roule! What’s your story, anyway?

How’s it rolling? Now, that’s a story!

The tradition of storytelling has blown across my life since I was very young. My latest inquiry into the literary landscape reads like a bibliography–a book collection of book collectors used as a cultural interpreter. I am captivated with Franco-American writers dedicated to the stories of their history: Marius Barbeau, Adélard Lambert, Pierre Anctil, Gerard J. Brault–the list goes on. Legend has it Canadian ethnologist Adélard Lambert bought books from Québecois immigrants in New Hampshire as they were about to be thrown onto the fire to be used as fuel.

Maman would tell me of the raconteurs she met in the lumber camp where she worked as a “cookie,” serving food to

the workers along with her twin and mother. There was always one man who excelled at telling les contes in the lumber camp, entertaining those around him with his tales.

Back home in Wallagrass, down the road, there was another man who would tell stories. My aunt told me his tales always began: “Il était une fois un roi.” Translation: “Once upon a time, there was a king.” My aunt said the storyteller could turn everyday, ordinary objects into something magical. The frost on the road would become diamonds. I was mesmerized by the idea of an oral storyteller entertaining a crowd.

I had my own experience with such an orator in the seventh grade. Mother Stella told the class she was an excellent storyteller, and our reward on Friday afternoon would be a story that would last for hours.

Her skill at weaving the web of a story that took hours to unravel intrigued me, and I’ve never forgotten the feeling it inspired.

Recently, I came across the work of Mar-

ius Barbeau, leading Canadian anthropologist, and one of his books, The Golden Phoenix and Other French-Canadian Fairy Tales.

Barbeau and Michael Hornyansky, a Rhodes Scholar, codified oral stories that were told across the land of the lower St. Lawrence River. They were stories I recognized, stories my maman and my aunt told me, and that they had once listened to as children. These tales, which were told all across France, originated in long-ago eras in places as far away as Arabia, India, and Egypt. These stories can be found all across the globe in one version or another. They traveled to America and beyond via immigrants, spreading and contributing to the enrichment of the storied landscape. These stories represent both diversity and the unity that exists through the continued telling of a story that spans generations and geography. n Rhea Côté Robbins is the author of ‘down the Plains,’ and editor of Heliotrope–French Heritage Women Create.

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Dining Guide Anthony’s Italian Kitchen, offers homemade Italian cooking using the freshest ingredients, featuring favorites such as pizza, pasta,and sandwiches. Voted “Best in Portland” for three years. Dine-in and catering services on offer. Beer and wine available.

Open 11-8 Mon. through Sat. 151 Middle St #5, Portland; and new location Cumberland County Courthouse, 205 Newbury St. anthonysitaliankitchen.com, 774-8668.

BlueFin North Atlantic Seafood restaurant in the Old Port harnesses all that Maine is, and positions it into a delicious dish. Executive Chef Tim Labonte creates new and unexpected meals using fresh, locally-caught seafood and seasonal ingredients at their peak.

From breakfast through dinner and anything in-between, your next adventure may just be your next dish. 468 Fore Street Portland’s Old Port 775-9090 portlandharborhotel.com/ portland-harbor-hotel-dining.php Bolster, Snow & Co., is located on the firstfloor of the spectacularly reincarnated brick mansion, The Francis (formerly the Mellen E. Bolster House). With executive Chef Nicolas Verdisco at the helm, Bolster Snow provides guests with warm and genuine hospitality, gracious service, and fiercely seasonal food and drink that are representative of the Northeast Region. 747 Congress St. Portland, 772-7485, thefrancismaine.com

Bruno’s Voted Portland’s Best Italian Restaurant by Market Surveys of America, Bruno’s offers a delicious variety of classic Italian, American, and seafood dishes–and they make all of their pasta in-house. Great sandwiches, pizza, calzones, soups, chowders, and salads. Enjoy lunch or dinner in the dining room or the Tavern. Casual dining at its best.

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Bull Feeney’s Authentic Irish pub & restaurant, serving delicious from-scratch sandwiches, steaks, seafood & hearty Irish fare, pouring local craft & premium imported brews, as well as Maine’s most extensive selection of single malt Scotch & Irish whiskeys. Live music five nights.

Open 7 days, 11:30 a.m.-1 a.m. Kitchen closes at 10 p.m. 375 Fore St., Old Port, 773-7210, bullfeeneys.com.

The Corner Room features bright, wideopen space with towering ceilings complemented by handcrafted woodwork. Patrons can expect a warm, comfortable atmosphere, marked by the rich aromas of house-made pastas, pizzas, antipasti and artisanal breads.

Come and enjoy the taste of Venice in the heart of Portland, ME! 879-4747, 110 Exchange Street. Visit thecornerroomkitchenandbar.com for more information.

DiMillo’s Now through December, relax and enjoy Head Chef Melissa Bouchard’s masterful creations. Every day, she offers something new and delicious. Try our Early Dinner Specials, Monday-Friday or our wonderful Port Side Lounge, Portland’s getaway for grown-ups. Happy Hour includes special menu Monday-Friday, 4-7 p.m. Open daily at 11 a.m., Commercial St., Old Port. Always FREE PARKING while aboard. 772-2216.

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magine dinner tonight in sunny Greece–but actually in the dead of winter, in Brunswick. It’s not a dream. Taverna Khione, a new, spotless downtown storefront café, named for the goddess of snow and daughter of the god of the North Wind, makes it happen.

We step under the Greek flag waving above the front door and inside to the soft sound of Greek folk music. Chef/owner Marc Provencher has furnished the airy dining room with simple but handsome wooden tables and chairs. There’s a cozy bar on one wall, backed with built-in wine racks.

From the extensive all-Greek wine list we select a glass each of Lyrarakis Thrapsasiri ($10) and Gai’a Wild Fermented Assyrtiko ($12). Both have that unmistakably austere yet fruity quality of good Greek white wine. Beer selections are mostly pedigreed local craft brews. All

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drinks are served in delicate, attractive stemware, a nice departure from strictly rustic taverna style.

Our terrific server, who knows the menus well, brings us slices of the tender house-made bread and a dab of Fava ($4), a traditional Santorini meze spread made from beans like yellow split peas cooked into a mellow purée and seasoned with onion, garlic, and lemon. The menu also offers classic Taramosalata, Tzatziki, Skordalia (whipped potato and garlic), and Htipiti (whipped feta and grilled red pepper) spreads ($4 each).

Khione’s menu is rich in mezethes and orektika– taverna cuisine’s beloved snacks and small dishes intended for sharing. We

can’t resist a barbounia special ($8) on the chalkboard. Dainty fillets of the prized Mediterranean red mullet are sautéed, dressed in a tangy sauce that balances vinegar against golden raisins, and served at room temperature.

Grilled octopus ($14) is meaty and sweet–charred tentacle pieces are served on lemon-dressed fava with briny caper berries. Trahana ($8) is a dish so deeply peasantish that it’s a rare treat to find on a restaurant menu. Dried pebbles of ancient-grain trahana pasta are simmered into an oatmeal-thick soup laced with roasted local pumpkin and garnished with toasted pumpkin seeds. It’s pure Greek winter comfort food in a bowl.

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Dining Guide Lewiston. Open seven days, offering dinner Monday through Sunday, lunch Monday through Friday, and brunch on Sundays. Come get hooked at 70 Lincoln Street, Bates Mill No. 6! fishbonesmaine.com, 333-3663.

J’s Oyster is a premier seafood destination and locals’ favorite with indoor and outdoor waterfront seating on one of Portland’s scenic piers. Established in 1977, J’s offers classic favorites and friendly service. Coastal Living claimed J’s one of “America’s Best Seafood Dives 2016.” Find us on Facebook. 772-4828 Maria’s Ristorante is Portland’s original classic Italian Restaurant. Greg and Tony Napolitano are always in house preparing classics like Zuppa de Pesce, Eggplant Parmigiana, Grilled Veal Sausages, Veal Chop Milanese, homemade cavatelli pastas, Pistachio Gelato, Limoncello Cake, and Maine’s Best Meatballs. Prices $11.95 - $22.95. Tue.-Sat. starting at 5 p.m. Catering always available. 337 Cumberland Ave. 7729232, mariasrestaurant.com.

Pearl Kennebunk & Spat Oyster Cellar is Chef Rebecca Charles’s (of Pearl Oyster Bar in Greenwich Village New York fame) newest restaurant. Enjoy an elevated beach food menu, including Charles’s famous reinvention of Maine’s classic lobster roll.

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Pedro’s focuses on simple yet full-flavored Mexican and Latino food. Offering tacos, burritos and an impressive array of margaritas, sangria, beer, and wine. Especiales de la semana (specials of the week) keep the menu varied and fresh and showcase different Latino cultures. Seasonal outdoor dining available. Open daily, 12 p.m. - 10 p.m. 181 Port Rd., Kennebunk, 967-5544, pedrosmaine.com.

Restaurante El Corazon Mexican food from the heart. Authentic family recipes passed down through generations. We serve large and small plates and an “oversized tequila selection.” Try Portland’s own “Marisco”– a Mexican seafood cocktail of shrimp, bay scallops, clams, octopus, and, of course, Maine lobster. Open lunch and dinner, Tues.-Sat. 11:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m., 190 State St. Portland. elcorazonportland.com, 536-1354

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Rivalries Sports Pub & Grill Now with two fun and comfortable upscale sports bar locations.

Known for great casual pub food, Rivalries’ menu has something for everyone. And, with 30+ HD TVs and every major pro and college sports package, you won’t miss a game! Located at 11 Cotton Street in Portland’s Old Port (774-6044) and 2 Hat Trick Drive, Falmouth (747-4020), rivalriesmaine.com Sea Salt Lobster Restaurant delivers an authentic Maine dining experience using fresh, locally harvested seafood to create delicious dishes that will leave you wanting more. Visit us on Route 1 in Saco and try our fresh Maine lobster rolls, renowned Angus beefburgers, clams, haddock, or fish tacos. Open from 11 a.m.-10 p.m., 365 days a year. 660 Main St, Saco, seasaltlobsterrestaurant.com, 494-1178.

Restaurant Review Khione strikes all the right notes with classic entrees like beef Stifado (beef stew, $24) and divine-looking Arni Paithakia– lamb chops that we spot at the next table served with lemony roast potatoes ($28).

Among seafood choices is steamed monkfish with braised leeks ($22). The Lahana Gemiste ($20)–cabbage rolls stuffed with beef and rice dressed in avgolemono sauce– evokes instant yiayia nostalgia. So does the taverna’s assortment of charming, flowered, retro dishware of the sort found in the kitchen cupboards of yiayias and other immigrant grandmothers 50 or more years ago.

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plump wedge of pita called Skopelitiki (in the style of the island of Skopelos, $8) is made with meltingly tender braised kale, fennel, leeks, and currants tossed with feta and rolled into phyllo pastry leaves.

The rolled pastry is coiled and baked in a buttered tapsi–the traditional round Greek baking pan harkening from the days when home cooks carried their Sunday roast lambs and pitas to the village bakery’s wood oven. As delicious as dinner has been thus far, this crisp-crusted savory pie is the star of the show–an expert rendition of Greek country cooking.

With it, we sip glasses of Alpha Estate Hedgehog Xinomavro ($12 per glass), a mellow, slightly tannic red with notes of raisin and licorice.

For dessert, there is of course baklava, but we choose the house-made mastiha ice cream ($4). A mild, pleasant pine resin used in baked goods throughout the Eastern Mediterranean, mastiha is one of those mythically medicinal Eastern ingredients like ginger, turmeric, or ginseng that are taken on faith. The ice cream is as delicately flavored and mildly sweet as gelato, and we are enchanted.

Chef Provencher is a former partner in Brunswick’s Trattoria and Enoteca Athena cafés, now found under one roof on Maine Street. He first opened Taverna Khione in Shelburne, Vermont, before moving it back to Brunswick this past fall. The New Hampshire native–and grandson of an immigrant yiayia–proves with the food, wine, and unmistakably hospitable vibe of his tavern that he’s inherited a Greek soul. n Taverna Khione, serving dinner Tu.–Sat. 5–9 p.m. 25 Mill St., Brunswick; 406-2847; tavernakhione.com.

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Lyndsey and Ben held their wedding reception at Port City Music Hall, where they got to take command of the taps. Below: Ellen and Lydia eloped to Portland from Chicago in 2017. They even managed to toast their big day at Bissell Brothers before heading to the Mid-West.

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dress with pint glass in hand is as accepted as a flute of champagne, couples crave the opportunity to put a personal spin on the brew of the big day–out of joy, shared tastes, personal expression, and a desire to give their guests what they really want.

How about this for inspiration: a special beer blend made just for you and your love!

Down in Lyman,they’re doing just that.

In October, Funky Bow Brewery cofounder Abraham Lorraine married his

beloved Sylvia on the “The Farm,” Funky Bow’s brewery and tap room location, complete with stage, event barns, stables, and farm house. On the spur of the moment, as a gift to themselves and their wedding guests, Abraham brewed a special beer specifically for the occasion–a service Funky Bow now offers to the beer-mad betrothed.

Abraham and Sylvia’s wedding was the third hosted at The Farm. Paul Lorraine, Abraham’s father and Funky Bow co-founder, has seen The Farm’s popular-

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“For the right couple, it’s perfect. You might hear a couple of chickens squawking during your ceremony, maybe smell some beer brewing. It’s part of the experience.” Add some hops to the bouquet, and that’s just about as authentic as you can get, newlyweds.

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can add yet another potential venue to their Excel spreadsheets. Portland’s Rising Tide Brewing Company opened the doors to its newly expanded space into the former Maine Craft Distilling tasting room this fall. Kailey Partin says her team is excited about the potential of the new venue, which can hold 100 guests, converging with the growing popularity of Maine’s beers. “I’m not sure people are trading champagne for beer yet, but we get a lot of requests throughout the seasons for cans and kegs,” she says.

“Portland is consistently at the top of the list for beer cities. It makes sense to include this Maine experience in your wedding.”

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So much for common knowledge. Built in 1743, two doors north of the Tate House, the David Patrick House, 1288 Westbrook Street, is the more likely title holder, though the nearby Joseph Small House at 1161 Westbrook Street was also built in 1743. (A photo finish!)

So which one is this gem? It’s the red cape on grounds that could be in a Monet masterpiece: a reflective river, lily pads, a charming bridge, and a resident flock of geese. And twelve years older than the Tate House.

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cious than it seems from its charming façade, which shows off its classic central chimney design. Under the cape’s eaves, “there used to be port holes protected with shutters, supposed to have been arranged for protection in case of an Indian attack,” according to the Evening Express.

the massive chimney for the Tate House, Patrick also worked as a lumber surveyor on the mast trade to outfit the King’s ships. According to This Was Stroudwater

by Myrtle Kittridge Lovejoy, edited by William David Barry, Patrick also dabbled as a ‘hog reeve’–a constable tasked with preventing and recording damage from stray swine by impounding them.

Because the property slopes toward the river, Patrick’s resolute cape is more spa-

A Moving Experience In 1988, the Press Herald treated its readers to coverage of the moving of this “23-ton” house “fifty feet back from the street onto a new [brick] foundation,” away from Congress Street, a bit higher, and closer to the water. It was all part of the “$1 million project to widen the old Stroudwater Bridge.

John Rich, foreman for Woodward Thomsen Co., supervised the house-moving job.”

The house was owned by C. Hasty Thompson (1918-1996), the Press Herald columnist and assistant city editor for the Maine Sunday Telegram.

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“In 1997, Tris’s sister Joanna owned my house. I think they rented it a few times after it moved. That’s when I bought it. It was a different color outside.”

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“I took advantage of a first-homebuyer’s program at the City of Portland where you took a home-ownership class that offered you a forgivable loan. I was approved for $65,000, but I couldn’t find anything I liked. Everything I saw had holes in the roof, etc. I told a friend of a friend of a friend, Roz Siegel, who was working at Re/ Max By The Bay, that I was getting discouraged, and she said, ‘I have one more house for you to see.’ I stepped inside, and it took my breath away. This house was made for me. The nine-over-six panes of glass. The double-slate sink. And a full daylight basement with huge windows that opened to the backyard! I loved the story about how oxen pulled the beams into place. It was like I dreamed it.” The price was $79,000.

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Mother Goose About those geese… “Tris’s father raised the geese. When I was a kid, this was just a country ride to the airport. These geese were always here when I was growing up.”

They called to her.

“Some people call this the Goose House.

I heard that other people call me Mother Goose. I wandered about and realized I do have a goose mailbox and iron geese on the lawn. In the basement right now are the outlines of iron geese feet where I’ve spraypainted them.

“I’ve loved all the geese–Lindsey, Grumpy, and special Bumpy, who just died. Somebody must have dropped off a goose they didn’t want, with a bump on his nose. Part Chinese goose. He stayed on for 23 years. They have ties to this property as much as any human does. They’re here year-round, except for the deepest winter months. The minute this river freezes solid and has no sense of melting, they go to the Fore River. When that freezes, somebody told me they fly all the way out to the ocean.

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“It’s not constant,” Winch says of the traffic. “It looks like it is, when you’re in it, but it’s really five o’clock traffic in winter, only till 6:30.”

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No more rows of cabbage, squash, potato, and sweet corn. No strawberries. It was too much work to make a living. He couldn’t even keep summer help. He paid well, but they never lasted. The bank will sell it and someone will turn it into hay fields and then houses like what happened everywhere else. He realized he was crying quietly as if afraid someone in the house might hear, but he lived alone and had for over twenty years.

When he thought back on that moment, he wondered if thoughts could be prayers and if the prayers of the dying were especially powerful. And he wondered if the earth itself made decisions. Because when he wiped his eyes he saw through his front window a white pickup truck slide on the ice patch in front of the parking lot of his shuttered farm stand and drive straight into the middle of the field in front of the house. Snow halfway up the truck doors. There would be no get-

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The driver spun his wheels, shifting from reverse to low back and forth as Mike trudged across his yard toward the garage. The pain in his hips clenched his teeth and clarified his mind and made the cold air unimportant.

The ’84 International 7788 started right up, but ran rough. He drove across the field and backed up in front of the pickup. A kid peered over the steering wheel at him. Long hair. Eyeglasses. The kid tried to push the driver’s side door open, but that was a joke.

Mike groaned as he grabbed the tow chain off the floor. He moved out of the cab onto the side step and said, ah, in a loud rising way as if clearing his throat. The pain made him make noises like that.

When Mike turned around he was surprised to see the kid climbing down the hood of the truck and then standing on the front bumper; an Asian kid. Mike took in what the kid was wearing: a black T-shirt and shorts and sandals with socks. The kid gestured for Mike to throw him the chain, and after he caught it he felt around in the snow under the bumper and hooked it on the frame. Then he scrambled back into the truck through the driver’s side window.

When Mike was back in the tractor, the kid smiled and gave Mike a thumb up out the window–white teeth blazing, a skinny arm

sticking out the window with a ridiculous thumb in the air. Maybe that was the moment the deal happened. Or maybe it was later in the garage when he parked the tractor and the kid walked in looking around impressed at the tool racks, the two tractors, the lift, the welding set-up, the ceilinghigh storage racks, and the spring planting schedule listed in multi-colored marker on the whiteboard over the coffee maker.

Mike felt a peculiar warmth hearing the Filipino accent of the guy named Peter San Augustine who wasn’t a kid at all but a 31-year-old mechanic with a wife and two little girls. Peter said he had driven by Mike’s farm on his way to work for years and he was proud to meet the farmer of this farm. He said that Mike’s sweet potatoes were oh, very good. Peter said, on the island my father worked in the fields. They talked for a time, then Peter said, if you don’t mind, I will fix the International engine, the misfiring.

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