I hope you will imbibe at least one Knickerbocker Glory this summer – a fruity sundae traditionally made with red and white ingredients, although sometimes something blue is added. It’s important that it be served in a tall glass with a long spoon and that the elements be layered, whether it be in an elegant […]
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Cooking at the Cove: A molto bene Italian repast
This is an easy Italian meal that’s not only lighter than a pasta-pumped-up version but includes plenty of veggies. There’s zucchini and carrots in the flavorful Italian-inspired sauce for the main dish, corn in the polenta and a lovely gathering of fresh, green, crunchy textures in the lemon-struck salad. These spring flavors combined with succulent […]
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Cooking at the Cove: Dishes to enhance your Easter feast
Easter has always been a favorite holiday, especially now with small grandchildren on hand excited for their Easter baskets and the traditional egg hunt. Since I would rather hang out with them than spend too much time in the kitchen, I like to prepare all I can ahead of time. Except for the vegetables, these […]
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Cooking at the Cove: Healthy menu features best veggie burgers ever
Those veggie burgers from the freezer department at the grocery store are OK if you’re in a hurry. However, if you want a truly delicious veggie burger that’s nothing like you’ve ever had before, take the time to make up these savory patties. These can be baked and kept in the freezer to reheat as […]
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Sande’s Picks: Spring is here and Easter buffets are back
With pandemic restrictions easing, buffets have returned to several local restaurants, at least for the Easter holiday. Harraseeket Inn is hosting its Easter Grand Buffet April 17 with all the traditional items, including all-you-can-eat lobster and baked ham. Two seatings are available at noon and 2 p.m. $105/adults, $55/ages 6-12. Children 5 and under are […]
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Sande’s Picks: A few of my favorite things
This will be a departure from my usual list of food and drink activities, but I have recently tasted some yummy items in the area that I want to share with you. These are not elegant or considered gourmet – just tasty and satisfying. • Hot Chocolate and Kahlua Cocktail at Muddy Rudder in Yarmouth. […]
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Sande’s Pick: Freeport’s first chocolate festival will be a sweet day
The inaugural Freeport Chocolate Festival will be held all around town from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, March 12. Start at Freeport Town Hall at 30 Main St. to pick up a badge and try some chocolate-drizzled popcorn. Stop at Wilbur’s, 174 Lower Main St., for a chocolate bar-making class. The Art of Cake […]
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Cooking at the Cove: On the menu – straight-up home cooking
I apologize if you felt cheated because there was no dessert recipe in the column last week. There just wasn’t room for it, so I’ll make it up to you now by putting dessert first. If you’re like most of us, you usually have bananas on hand in all stages of ripeness. When the bananas […]
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Cooking at the Cove: A burst of sunshine in the middle of winter
This is a fantastic meal to prepare when you want something special to brighten your week. And don’t we always need that? It’s also a nice meal to make when you have someone to help with the prep. Whether you’re alone in the kitchen or have company, get this unusual combination of ingredients chopped and […]
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Sande’s Picks: Carnaval ME brings Bites & Brews to Portland
Bites & Brews on the Eastern Prom in Portland is a major part of the 2022 Carnaval ME Winter Festival, being held Feb. 17-26 in Portland’s East End. Tickets to the B & B Igloo include samplings from craft brewers and well-known restaurants for sessions from 2-4 p.m. or 6-8 p.m. Some of the eateries […]