Also in the Buzz: Gifford’s Ice Cream on Minot Avenue for sale; Blackie’s Farm Stand growing soon; Cowbell Grill & Tap closing in Lewiston.
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Gifford’s Ice Cream will not re-open in Auburn
The ice cream company said the decision not to reopen was made well before the fire at its Skowhegan plant.
Cowbell Grill & Tap closing in Lewiston
Restaurant owner said things changed during the COVID-19 pandemic and downtown Lewiston never recovered.
Hometown Soup & Salad closes in Lewiston
Also in The Buzz: Lee Auto Mall to get a facelift; Tucci + Co. Salon has more growing pains.
Pay-Per-Chew: More restaurants trying subscription programs
Some offer unlimited drinks or free delivery for a monthly fee; others will bring out your favorite appetizer each time you visit.
The final act for Lewiston’s The Cage
The legendary saloon is closing now that the building has been sold.
No, Olive Garden is not opening soon
There’s plenty of construction work to do before the Auburn restaurant can start serving unlimited breadsticks and salad.
Luchador Tacos coming to Auburn
Museum L-A gets a makeover; No, Olive Garden is not opening anytime soon!
Lisbon Falls chef Jason LaVerdiere named semifinalist for prestigious James Beard Award
The 38-year old co-owner of Flux is one of 5 semifinalists named in Maine.
James Beard Foundation names 11 semifinalists from Maine
Most of the restaurants and chefs are based in Portland, but small towns across the state are represented as well.