Salvage BBQ and Smokehouse on Congress Street will remain closed until at least June 9.
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VIDEO: Chick-a-Dee owner explains his frustration that restaurant can’t open
Bill Hird, owner of Chick-a-Dee of Lewiston, called it “horrible news.”
Lewiston restaurants unhappy they can’t reopen next week
Owners cry foul after Gov. Janet Mills reverses decision to allow inside dining starting June 1.
Red’s Eats to open Saturday
This year, Red’s Eats, a lobster roll landmark in Wiscasset, will open for business on Saturday, May 30, but customers in line will be asked to keep 6 feet of space between them and others in line.
Here’s how to stay safe while buying groceries amid the coronavirus pandemic
Wear a mask, but skip the gloves. Don’t sanitize the apples. And if you are older than 65, it’s probably best to still order your groceries online. As a food virologist, I hear a lot of questions from people about the coronavirus risks in grocery stores and how to stay safe while shopping for food […]
Restaurants in 12 counties can open their dining rooms, but many are waiting
Along the midcoast, a popular destination with many renowned restaurants, owners are weighing the financial and health risks.
Restaurants in Oxford, Franklin counties prepare to reopen Monday
Businesses must adhere to state restrictions for social distancing and other measures.
A pinch of this, a sprinkle of that, and a whole lot of love . . . Remembering Mom in the kitchen
In honor of Mom, Mother’s Day is the perfect day to reminisce about her culinary skills and all the delicious foods she prepared for us over the years, often multiple times a day. Loaves of homemade bread, creamy fudge, versatile creton in the Quebecois tradition, warm cake topped with Maine blueberries, and hearty one-dish meals […]
Sunday River Brewing Co. defiantly reopens, and state issues two more citations
Bethel restaurant enforces social distancing and co-owner says ‘things are happening’ as it reopens
Prepping the pantry: Four area chefs share the best staples to get during your infrequent grocery runs.
LEWISTON — Randy Smith tried to make something to eat at home recently. It wasn’t easy. “It feels like I’m on an episode of ‘Chopped,’” he said, referring to the popular Food Network show that gives contestant chefs bizarre combinations of ingredients and asks them to make a gourmet-level meal out of them. “I’ve got […]