Category Archives: Foodie Field Trips

Common Ground Fair

Posted on September 28, 2010 by Kellie

My favorite things about MOFGA’s (Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association) Common Ground Fair are the wide variety of interesting and delicious foods available, and the informative presentations related to organic farming and environmental awareness.  After waiting in a long … Continue reading →

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Cabot Cheese at Weld’s Skoolhouse Variety…

Posted on September 26, 2010 by Kellie

Every now and then I find myself tempted to buy a wedge of sharp cheddar cheese when I see the wheel sitting on the counter of a farm stand or variety store.  This cheddar is from Cabot, and I picked … Continue reading →

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Bean Hole Beans

Posted on September 20, 2010 by Kellie

A sure sign that Autumn is creeping into Maine is the invitation to a bean hole supper.  While we have never dug a hole in our tiny yard to carry out this Maine tradition, we are fortunate to have friends … Continue reading →

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Wallingford’s Fruit House

Posted on September 13, 2010 by Kellie

Several years ago, when I mentioned that I wanted to go apple picking, one of my cousins recommended Wallingford’s Fruit House.  In the same sentence, he told me how amazing their donuts are.  Why would I want donuts, when the … Continue reading →

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Val’s Drive-in

Posted on September 8, 2010 by Kellie

I have driven past Val’s Drive-In hundreds of times, and have often wondered if they were still in business.  It turns out that they are only open during the summer months, and will be closing for the season on Saturday, … Continue reading →

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A Day at the Farm

Posted on September 3, 2010 by Kellie

There’s something about farm life that really makes me feel at home and connected to the land.  I’ve never lived on a farm.  I’ve never had a garden that produced more than the occasional small side dish or salad.  I’m … Continue reading →

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Marché Maine

Posted on August 25, 2010 by Kellie

Today I had a lovely lunch with my teaching team at a new restaurant called Marché.  Sister restaurant to Fuel, Marché is only open Monday-Friday from 11-2, and Monday evenings for dinner by reservation.  Some of the chefs and other … Continue reading →

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Eat at Silly’s!

Posted on August 23, 2010 by Kellie

Silly’s is an unusual place with excellent dinner options, and the sort of atmosphere that you can’t find everywhere.  It’s a very small restaurant on Washington Ave. in Portland, Maine, and one of our favorite stops for a casual adventurous … Continue reading →

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Rolly’s Diner and a REAL Hot Air Balloon Ride!!!!!!!!!!

Posted on August 20, 2010 by Kellie

My grandmother introduced me to Rolly’s Diner a little over five years ago, when I moved to the Auburn area.  Having lived near Portland for several years, and only visiting family in the Auburn/Lewiston area, I really didn’t know my … Continue reading →

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Products from Quebec

Posted on August 17, 2010 by Kellie

Our trip to Quebec was on par with other vacations–the camera stayed in our hotel room…  Fortunately we were traveling with friends, who are much better at remembering to carry their camera!  What I can write about is the wonderful, … Continue reading →

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