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Avoid Wearing These 4 Colors in Maine Unless You Really Love Mosquitoes
When it comes to summer in Maine, ya have to take the good with the bad, right? The good of course is not having to plow the driveway, being able to use the pool, going camping and just being outside. The downside to all that fun? Well, arguably there really...
Discover the Secret Behind Maine’s Surging Bird Population This Year
Last year around this time, I loved listening to the pretty birds singing in the tree in front of my Maine home. But this year is a whole new level of bird song. When I get home from work, birds are literally everywhere. In the trees, on the roof, you name it.
Here is the Best Hole-in-the-Wall Breakfast Spot in Maine
Maine is home to many fantastic restaurants serving up yummy breakfasts. At these popular spots, you can expect a bit of a wait, but for good reason! Many of these spots, like Uncle Moe's in Lewiston, have become weekly traditions for families. In my experience, if you want a truly great breakfast, go local, baby!
Foodie State: 32 Maine Restaurants Worthy of a Long Drive
One of my favorite activities is to drive around the state looking for new establishments to dine at. My wife and I will travel hours based on a review, article, tip, or social media post. It's fun, adventurous, and always satisfies the pallet. While touring Maine, we have eaten at...
Three New England Restaurants Named in ‘America’s 50 Most Beautiful Restaurants’
Sometimes you need to bring out the big guns on a date night. You put away the phone and say no to DoorDash. You don't head to your favorite dive bar. And no, Applebee's is not an option. On special date nights, anniversaries, etc., you need to go to a...
Is This Little Known Bar the ‘Cheers’ of Maine?
Even if you regularly post on Instagram about drinking martinis at high end cocktail lounges or you're always posting TikTok videos of yourself & your friends dancing in loud nightclubs, there's a good chance you've had at least a few memorable nights (or nights you can't clearly remember) at a hole in the wall neighborhood bar.
Should Bars in Maine Stay Open Until 2am Like Most Other States?
Only seven states have a 1am or earlier closing time for bars, including Maine. It used to be eight states where the last call was 1am, but New Hampshire just passed legislation this year, allowing bars to stay open until 2am. Should Maine follow suit?. Is Maine behind the times...
There’s Only One Restaurant in Maine That Never Sleeps
For decades in Maine, there always seemed to be a place to grab a bite to eat, whenever the time may be. Maine was home to scattered restaurants open 24 hours a day, seven days per week. However, the global pandemic has changed how many businesses operate, most notably the restaurant industry. That change has left all of Maine with one remaining 24/7 restaurant.
Here Are The Top Spots You Picked Out For Maine’s Best Ice Cream
Ice cream; It's a summer staple for most of us (and for diehards like myself, it's a year-round thing!) But what's your favorite place to get a scoop or two?. Ask anyone with a sweet tooth in the state, especially when the weather gets warmer, and they'll likely have a recommendation for who has the best ice cream in town.
Where to Celebrate National Blueberry Cheesecake Day in Maine
Sunday, May 26th, is National Blueberry Cheesecake Day and Maine is the leading producer of wild blueberries, with 36,000 acres of commercial wild blueberry land in the state. I have six blueberry bushes and recently planted another 20 on my farm. Nothing is better than homemade blueberry pancakes or muffins with fresh-picked blueberries.
Maine is Home to 8 of the Most Popular Grocery Store Chains in America
For years, Maine's grocery store war was a battle between two heavyweights, Hannaford and Shaw's. These two behemoths had a stranglehold on the competition, with other smaller chains just trying to pick up the scraps. However, times have changed, as more options became available. The Maine market scene has been...
Maine Restaurant Named One of the Most Beautiful in the Country
In recent years, Maine has really become known as a ‘foodie’ state. Whether you are in Portland, Augusta, or Houlton, you are bound to find at least a few amazing restaurants. Dining out in Maine is more than just about the amazing food, though. It’s really about the...
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