Angela Miller-Gray is the queen of creative cocktails at Cold River Distilling in Freeport. One of her unique combinations is Cold River Gin with a splash of Fiore Grapefruit Balsamic Vinegar and club soda. Another is made with a blend of Cold River’s Distillers Reserve (vodka finished in oak barrels), cider, cider vinegar and a […]
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Cooking at the Cove: Shortcake’s the star of an al fresco dinner
Some days I don’t want to spend a lot of time in the kitchen. Today was one of those days. I read on the deck, worked in the flower beds, then hiked through the woods to the main road. In between all that, I put together this pasta salad, crisped up some chickpeas and zucchini, […]
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Sande’s Picks: Wine and beer dinners are back
Vessel and Vine, 4 Pleasant St., Brunswick, has announced dates for its Porchside Dinner Series, which benefits the Maine Coast Fisherman’s Association. The first menu includes Razor Clams, Monkfish Ceviche, Marinated Mackerel and Hake. Each course will be paired with wine and the $90 cost, plus gratuity, includes a $20 donation to MCFA. Dinner is […]
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Cooking at the Cove: Strawberries still reign supreme
The grandchildren love nachos and have been known to eat them for dinner. One evening I decided to try this recipe out with the thought that it would be more substantial than the usual chips. Let me tell you, it was a hit. This velvety cheese sauce can also be reheated and used for other […]
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Sande’s Picks: Street food is tasty business
Street food is characterized as ready-to-eat food or drinks sold by vendors from a truck or cart on a public street or at an outdoor market or festival. That really sums it up! The food items are usually diverse and often very unique and tasty. Here are some in the southern Midcoast area that will […]
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Cooking at the Cove: Brunch on the deck
Omelets are served often here at the cove because I’m fortunate enough to have an abundance of fresh eggs, courtesy of my grand chickens. This omelet is just one of many varieties enjoyed in the summertime, mostly for Sunday brunch, but on occasion for dinner. When corn on the cob is on the menu, I […]
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Sande’s Picks: Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners planting roots in Freeport
The Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association is opening a retail space at the Bartol Library building at 55 Main St., where Common Ground Country/MOFGA merchandise, sustainably produced and Maine-made products from MOFGA, and certified organic produce and merchandise from Common Ground Country Fair vendors will be sold. The store will also contain an educational […]
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Sande’s Picks: New beers for summer
June 7 sees the release of Good Food award winner Prince Percy Pilsner in the bottle and on draft from Maine Beer Company. On June 15, Peeper Pale Ale Batch 500 will be released in bottles, and on June 18, Black Barn Program No. 22 India Pale Ale will be released in bottles and on […]
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Cooking at the Cove: Busy day supper
There’s a lot happening here at the cove as I get everything spiffed up for summer. I’m spending extra time in the flower gardens, completing some much-needed outdoor painting and catching up on the spring cleaning I let slide last month. My evening meals have been consisting of fast and easy combinations, mostly vegetarian combinations. […]
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Arts Calendar: June 9-19
Exhibits Art Auction to benefit Maine Art Gallery in Wiscasset, view online through June 15, maineartgallerywiscasset.org. “The Ground Beneath You Holds You,” new works by Alice Jones, through June 26 at Elizabeth Moss Galleries, U.S. Route 1 in the Falmouth Shopping Center. “Light, Line and Form,” works by Tanja Kunz and MaryJane Johnston juxtaposing minimalism […]