Many area dining and drinking establishments have reopened with outdoor service. However, as of press time this list may not be up to date, as Gov. Janet Mills announced indoor dining will be allowed statewide effective Wednesday, June 17. June 20 The Brunswick Downtown Association Community BBQ has been postponed and will be held at […]
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Cooking at the Cove: For Dad’s day
What I love most about this meal is that most of the prep work can be done a day ahead while Dad is busy doing outside chores or running errands. I also love that the kabobs can be made with lamb if Dad prefers it. This entrée is super quick and can be eaten with […]
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Cooking at the Cove: Time for backyard picnics
I love a picnic, especially one that includes foods that can be put together early, then savored when everyone feels like eating. It’s a pandemic summer so why be on a schedule? There’s no need to hover over the backyard grill at the last minute or stop the badminton game just when it’s getting interesting. […]
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Sande’s Picks: Brunswick farm celebrates Italian roots with veggies, baked goods, hand pies
Darius Salko and Danielle Magno were hiking in Italy several years ago when Magno’s sandal broke. She had to finish the walk in bare feet. The feel of the earth gave rise to a name for their new micro-farm in Brunswick, Senza Scarpe (“without shoes” in Italian). They have farmed 2 acres on Durham Road […]
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Sande’s Picks: Roundup of local reopenings
Many food and beverage businesses are cautiously reopening and creating safe and tasty environments for their customers and employees. Here is a short but varied list – be safe and enjoy. Brunswick Flight Deck Brewing opened June 1 with Cook’s Take Flight food truck serving food during operating hours with safety precautions in place. Face […]
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Cooking at the Cove: Gardening day dinner
Summer temperatures have finally arrived at the cove and I’m so grateful to have time to spend beautifying my little kingdom. Over the past month or so I’ve gotten into the wonderful routine of tending to dinner prep in the morning before the daily work of tending to the garden. Slow cooker recipes aren’t often […]
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Sande’s Picks: DoubleTree chocolate chip cookies – yum!
For many years I worked at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Portland and enjoyed the pleasure of presenting clients with the delicious chocolate chip cookies that are part of the brand’s welcome and guest experience. Arriving guests are greeted with a cookie fresh from the oven that has been kept in a warming drawer at […]
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Cooking at the Cove: Dinner on the deck
Since the weather has warmed up a bit, I’ve been using the gas grill more often and I’m really enjoying it. My grill is positioned on the deck right outside the kitchen slider so it takes no extra effort to cook outside. Patty Melts are my absolute favorite version of a burger. I don’t know […]
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Sande’s Picks: White Cedar Inn features flavorful, creative breakfasts
Monica Kissane and Rock Nadeau have been the owners and innkeepers at the White Cedar Inn, 178 Main St., Freeport, since 2004. They are known for their flavorful and creative breakfast offerings; guests look forward to something innovative every morning. The bacon-spinach-tomato sandwich is a favorite year-round. Kissane characterizes it as “a simple, quick, immensely […]
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Cooking at the Cove: Immunity boost on the menu
As people are starting to be out and about a bit more, we need to keep our immune systems in tip-top condition. This soup/bread/fruit combo can be served for a savory supper or divided for brunches or lunches. I don’t know about you, but I need to lay off the chips, ice cream and queso […]