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Published
February 13, 2023

Tap Lines: Czech lagers from the comfort of Maine

Local breweries are using imported hops and borrowed techniques to make Czech-inspired lagers.
Published
February 12, 2023

Food-forward cocktails are in fashion for upscale bar programs

Echoing a national trend, savvy area bartenders are working savory foods into cocktails in ever-more surprising ways. 'If the drinks don't talk to the food and the food doesn't talk to the drinks, there's no cohesion," says a restaurant GP.
Published
February 8, 2023

To-go alcoholic drinks may be here to stay

Despite objections from public health advocates, a legislative committee voted Wednesday in favor of permanently legalizing the pandemic-era practice of to-go cocktails, wine, and beer.
Published
February 6, 2023

Bar Guide: A new lease on life for Andy’s Old Port Pub in Portland

The new owners, John and Tanya Lowell, offer soccer, live music and friendly service.
Published
January 29, 2023

Cavalier attitudes about vaping, marijuana raise fears about teen health

Smoking and drinking have declined among Maine youths in recent years, but the percentage of high schoolers who said they vaped in the past 30 days rose from 16.8% in 2015 to 30.2% in 2019.

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Published
January 4, 2023

As more Mainers ditch booze, some Midcoast watering holes expand mocktail offerings

Bars in Bath and Brunswick embrace a sobriety trend by adding more alcohol-free options to their menus.
Published
December 24, 2022

‘Twas a greener night before Christmas

Out with the sugar plums, in with the recycled wrapping paper. (But we do like that renewable-energy-powered reindeer vehicle.)
Published
November 6, 2022

Green Plate Special: Your used wine corks can be transformed into useful new products

Locally, two places will accept them, from individuals and businesses, so they can be reused.
Published
October 26, 2022

The Wrap: The Butchers & Bakers closes in Brunswick

Also, spirits tasting at the Harvest on the Harbor this weekend, Zu Bakery holds pop-ups in advance of full opening, and the East Bayside Halloween Fest grows.
Published
October 5, 2022

The Wrap: Bangor restaurant named tops for everyday eats, maple fest kicks off

Also, Papi plans a pop-up for hurricane relief in Puerto Rico, Anoche crowdsources apples for cider, and local companies launch seasonal treats.