Portland Cooks has posted an interview reordered earlier this year with Randy Lutz, the founder of Maine Food Trader. The site connects local food vendors and buyers together online.
Another Review of Five Fifty-Five
Portland Eats has published a review of Five Fifty-Five.
But it was the “organic baby carrot-vanilla emulsion” that made the dish. I had read about scallop dishes incorporating vanilla, but had never tried this combination. It works. I didn’t realize that vanilla was in the dish, but upon tasting the emulsion, I detected a familiar but difficult to describe flavor (particularly in the context). Sure enough, that was the vanilla, adding an exotic note to the carrot emulsion and nicely complementing the scallops.
Review of David's 388
Appetite Portland has published a review of David’s 388.
Mushroom Dusted Haddock: The night’s BIG standout. Moist, meaty haddock encased in an earthy mushroom essence draped over a bed of savory risotto. Spinach, first steamed in vegetable stock, then braised to perfection by the artistic pour of a sizzling ragout, added a bright, fresh zip.
Review of David’s 388
Appetite Portland has published a review of David’s 388.
Mushroom Dusted Haddock: The night’s BIG standout. Moist, meaty haddock encased in an earthy mushroom essence draped over a bed of savory risotto. Spinach, first steamed in vegetable stock, then braised to perfection by the artistic pour of a sizzling ragout, added a bright, fresh zip.
Review of Bar Lola
Edible Obsessions has published a review of Bar Lola.
The food was wonderful. The plates were consistent and well presented. What I like most about the menu is that it feels very grounded, like a collection of dishes you’d try to make yourself at home. In fact, that reminds me… I need to see if [chef] Guy [Hernandez] will part w/that Spicy Slaw recipe.
Additional Events: Ark of Taste, Culinary Tourism and St Patrick's Day
Slow Food Portland co-founder David Buchanan will give a talk at 3 pm on Sunday at the Portland Flower Show on “Slow Food USA’s Ark of Taste Biodiversity Committee, which identifies and protects endangered regional foods”.
Tonight’s episode of Maine Watch on MPBN TV will examine the growing impact of the food scene on Maine tourism. The show airs at 8:30 pm.
This week on Maine Watch, Maine has become a big destination for a fast-growing category of traveler – the culinary tourist. How Maine’s foodie scene happened, what it means for the economy at large and where it’s headed. We’ll talk with James Beard, award-winning chef Sam Hayward and food writer Meredith Goad.
I Love Portland Maine has a nice round-up of the St. Patrick’s Day events taking place this weekend and early next week: corned beef and cabbage dinners, parades, early morning breakfast at Brian Boru, etc.
Believe me, once you’ve had rashers and black pudding in the morning, you will never look at a Grand Slam the same way. Throughout the morning, people of all ages gather for this once-a-year Irish celebration. It is truly one spectacle not to be missed. Besides, what other time of the year can you justify a full pint of Guinness with breakfast?
Additional Events: Ark of Taste, Culinary Tourism and St Patrick’s Day
Slow Food Portland co-founder David Buchanan will give a talk at 3 pm on Sunday at the Portland Flower Show on “Slow Food USA’s Ark of Taste Biodiversity Committee, which identifies and protects endangered regional foods”.
Tonight’s episode of Maine Watch on MPBN TV will examine the growing impact of the food scene on Maine tourism. The show airs at 8:30 pm.
This week on Maine Watch, Maine has become a big destination for a fast-growing category of traveler – the culinary tourist. How Maine’s foodie scene happened, what it means for the economy at large and where it’s headed. We’ll talk with James Beard, award-winning chef Sam Hayward and food writer Meredith Goad.
I Love Portland Maine has a nice round-up of the St. Patrick’s Day events taking place this weekend and early next week: corned beef and cabbage dinners, parades, early morning breakfast at Brian Boru, etc.
Believe me, once you’ve had rashers and black pudding in the morning, you will never look at a Grand Slam the same way. Throughout the morning, people of all ages gather for this once-a-year Irish celebration. It is truly one spectacle not to be missed. Besides, what other time of the year can you justify a full pint of Guinness with breakfast?
IIK: Russian Herring in a Fur Coat
Lindsay Sterling has published the details of another ethnic cooking adventure on her blog Inside Immigrant Kitchens. This time around she’s learning how to make Russian Herring in a Fur Coat from Yulia Converse and Alla Zagoruyko with ingredients sourced from Medeo in Westbrook.
Review of Evangeline
The Blueberry Files has published a review of Evangeline.
To start, I had the Cervelles de Veau or crispy calf’s brain fritter. The brain was rather small (makes sense, since they have small heads) and was fried nicely, with a creamy, soft white interior. Not at all what I thought brain would be like. The fritter was atop cabbage, capers, brown butter, and bacon, which provided a nice salty, smoky contrast.
Bar Review of Beale Street Barbeque
Portland Bar Guide has published a review of Beale Street Barbeque.
While the outside of this newer location seems municipal, the inside has a homier feel, with twangy music and southern decor. Featuring a pool table, some arcade games and a few televisions, this is really a place you can bring the whole family or have a simple date, while satisfying your craving for barbeque.