Category Archives: Made in Maine

Forage Market

Posted on June 12, 2012 by Kellie

Last weekend we made a trip to Forage Market on Lisbon Street to attempt brunch with our little guy. This marks our second visit to the market. Last time we enjoyed coffee and chai, and and brought home some interesting … Continue reading →

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84 Court Street = NOT JUST PIZZA!

Posted on April 7, 2012 by Kellie

We were sad to see Holly’s Own Deli and Restaurant close, as it had been a place where we had met up with friends many times for dinner and music over the course of several years…  As the restaurant sat … Continue reading →

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Habanero Dip

Posted on January 12, 2012 by Kellie

My experience with dip mixes is that they’re usually good, but not usually as spicy as they should be.  Habanero dip SHOULD be pretty spicy, and Winterport Co. has the right blend! When I prepared this dip, I followed the … Continue reading →

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Molasses Whoopie Pies

Posted on June 7, 2011 by Kellie

I love molasses cookies.  I love whoopie pies.  I found this recipe in a book I received as a Christmas gift: Making Whoopies by Nancy Griffin. I liked the combination of the soft molasses cookie with the sweet frosting filling, … Continue reading →

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It’s Fiddlehead Time!

Posted on May 10, 2011 by Kellie

My uncle makes the best pickled fiddleheads.  This time, however, he surprised me with a large bag of fresh fiddleheads!

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Healthy Cookies from Bel Cibo Da Cherie

Posted on April 7, 2011 by Kellie

Trunk cookies.  There, it’s been said.  These cookies stored nicely for a couple of hours in our trunk, and were delicious as a late evening tailgate dessert after a birthday outing in the Old Port.  My father-in-law purchased them as … Continue reading →

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Spiced Chocolate Beet Cake

Posted on February 28, 2011 by Kellie

I found a recipe for chocolate beet cake a while back on the Summit Springs Farm recipe page, and have been meaning to try it out.  On my last trip to Axis Natural Foods, I saw Summit Springs Farm beets … Continue reading →

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A1 Diner = A+ Dinner

Posted on February 21, 2011 by Kellie

When we find ourselves passing through the Augusta area, we often make it a point to have dinner in Hallowell at Slates or The Liberal Cup before heading home.  On many occasions, with full bellies, we’ve passed by the A1 … Continue reading →

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Maine Winter Grilling and Uncle Leo’s Rack of Ribs Rub

Posted on February 19, 2011 by Kellie

During the winter I miss grilling.  I guess what I really mean is that I miss the easy preparation and letting my husband grill…  Last weekend we decided it was time try the special spice rub my Uncle Leo gave … Continue reading →

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A Recipe Contest and a Guest Chef!

Posted on February 18, 2011 by Kellie

Before February vacation the students at Jordan-Small Middle School in Raymond, Maine participated in a healthy recipe contest which was organized by school health coordinator Stephanie Joyce with assistance from JSMS health teacher, Mrs. Pock.  Students submitted recipes, and three … Continue reading →

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