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7 Drive-In Restaurants in Maine That Are Totally Worth the Road Trip
If you've ever wanted to flash back to the past for a good old-fashioned drive-in meal, Maine has got you covered. While other states have seen their drive-in restaurants disappear or be replaced by generic chains, Maine is scattered with cozy drive-in restaurants that are totally worth the road trip. Gas up the car and hit the pavement to check out these drive-in restaurants in Maine.
Step Aboard the Most Unique Restaurant in Maine
In recent years, Maine has become a food paradise. Yes, we have always been known for our amazing seafood - white fish, clams, scallops, and lobster (of course!). But, now we are known for having some of the best restaurants in the east. Not just in Portland, either. Nearly every town has at least a few really good restaurants.
Does Maine Have Any ‘Michelin Star’ Restaurants?
If you are like me, you have become a little obsessed with chefs and restaurants, after watching three seasons of "The Bear" on Hulu. On the show, Carmy Berzatto, is an award-winning chef who returns to his hometown of Chicago to manage the chaotic kitchen at his deceased brother's sandwich shop. His dream is to turn that shop into a Michelin Star dining experience.
Does Your Maine Dog Have These Spots? Don’t Panic!
According to the Veterinary Clinic in Brunswick, they've been getting a lot of calls about these spots that look like awful tick bites! They are not... With Memorial Day weekend upon us, I think of two things. One is that you never know what you'll get from the weather. You could be looking at the most beautiful weekend ever, or (most likely) there will be at least a day of rain. The second thing that Memorial Day weekend means is the start of the unrelenting blackfly season! Black flies are the absolute worst! They literally will change your plans! Or you could always try to win the war. Good luck with that.
Here Are the 9 Best Spots for French Fries in Maine
Fries. Fries are a huge part of our lives, whether we want to admit it or not. And I'll be the first to say it's tough to beat a good McDonald's large fry on a Sunday night. But for Maine, the best selection of fries doesn't just end at McDonald's. According to bestlocalthings, there are actually nine other places that are actually considered the best of the best in the state when it comes to our beloved fried potato sticks. The first one mentioned is the least surprising nominee, hailing from Old Orchard Beach: pier fries.
Wake Up on the Water to Gorgeous Maine Views from This Floating Houseboat Airbnb Oasis
There are so many great places in Maine to visit whether you're from away, planning a staycation, or just making a day trip. Unsurprisingly, places like Portland, Bar Harbor, or Kennebunk often pop up on destination "best" lists, and for good reason. But sometimes, you need that under-the-radar spot that...
Maine’s Rarest Butterflies Will Enchant You
Have you ever stared at a butterfly long enough to let your mind drift while watching their wings drift? It's mesmerizing. Butterflies are the purest form of transition. From a caterpillar to grow into this colorful winged creature, they have me in awe each and every time I lay my eyes on them!
Plant paddle on Sebec Lake
The Sebec Lake Association, together with the Lake Stewards of Maine, will host a plant paddle workshop on Tuesday, Aug. 6 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Peaks-Kenny State Park. LSMis a leader in training and certification in lake stewardship. Pre-registration for the event is required. In this outdoor,...
Who Needs Shark Week When Maine Has ‘Lobsteroids’
What if gigantic lobsters took over Maine? It's not very pretty but it made a hilarious movie. Lobsteroids is a cult classic. The movie basically combined Maine lobsters, Maine Rock and Roll bands, and Maine Steroids into one silly movie mess. You see, the steroid-injected lobsters, driven by the noise and frequency of Rock and Roll, try and take over Portland. Hilarity and carnage ensue.
Are We Still Leaving Massive Tips for Maine, New Hampshire, Waitstaff?
It's wild to believe that at one point in our lives, we were all restricted to stay at home. Working from home became a common term, some people either fully switched their careers or got a moonlighting gig as an Instacart driver since so many people were using the service to food shop without leaving their homes.
'The project is a success': Maine beach using Christmas trees to restore sand dunes after coastal storms
PHIPPSBURG, Maine — Popham Beach State Park officials have teamed up to restore the beachfront after hard-hitting storms this past winter. In the winter months, park officials asked for Christmas tree donations, an idea used in multiple states to combat beachfront loss. "The idea is to use nature to...
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