No, there’s nothing new about baked brie. But sometimes novelty is overrated. There’s a reason that, per Google Trends, interest in the dish spikes annually during December: Baked brie is eye-catching, deliciously decadent and shockingly easy to prepare, all the makings of a holiday-party star. Traditionally enjoyed as an appetizer, baked brie can also be […]
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Boothbay Harbor church hangs the cold out to dry
The minister of the First United Methodist Church of Boothbay Harbor and her husband are on a mission to provide free winter gear, replenished weekly, bringing warmth to the Midcoast.
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Bakers dazzle judges at Wiscasset Marketfest’s Christmas Cookie Challenge
Judges for the Wiscasset Marketfest’s Christmas Cookie Challenge on Dec. 7 sampled a variety of treats, including Cranberry Lime Snowballs, Gingerbread, Hot Cocoa Cookies and Molasses & Ginger. But the ultimate winner was the Double Chocolate Peppermint Bark Cookie baked by Becca Thayer of Wiscasset. This year’s judges were Lily Burt from Jodie’s Café and […]
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Biddeford named one of best places to visit in December
Downtown Biddeford landed among destinations like Belize and New York City as one of the best places in the world to visit during the holidays.
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Boothbay Harbor annual Gingerbread Spectacular a sweet success
From Dec. 13-15, the Boothbay Harbor Opera House displayed gingerbread houses and castles against the backdrop of its decorated stage. Here are the creations that captured locals’ hearts (and awards).
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Cooking at the Cove: Versatile holiday snacks
Are you planning a holiday open house, throwing an impromptu party for a few friends or just want primo snackage on hand? This celebratory fare is what I depend on to see me through. Once you taste this warm , creamy and very grown-up onion dip, you’ll never reach for that packet of instant onion […]
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Studio Theatre of Bath suits up for its adults-only Twisted Christmas
The local theater is putting on an adults-only comedy, music, dance and improv show with a twist on classic Christmas themes to close out the year.
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Maine State Music Theatre to host Santa and Mrs. Claus for holiday sing-along
Maine State Music Theatre is hosting a magical holiday event for families this Saturday: the MSMT Santa Sing-Along. From 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Dec. 14, Santa and Mrs. Claus will be at MSMT Creative Studios, 22 Elm St., Brunswick. This festive event will offer children the opportunity to meet the holiday icons, share […]
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Greater Freeport Community Chorus to put on winter concerts in Freeport and North Yarmouth
The Greater Freeport Community Chorus will present its winter concert at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14, at the Freeport Performing Arts Center, 30 Holbrook St., Freeport, and at 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15, at the North Yarmouth Congregational Church, 3 Gray Road, North Yarmouth. Artistic Director Jesse Myers-Wakeman has chosen the featured work of the […]
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Gingerbread Spectacular opens Friday at Boothbay Harbor Opera House
Boothbay Harbor’s holiday traditions abound, including the annual Gingerbread Spectacular coming to the historic Opera House Dec. 13-15. For the past 18 years, mid-December has seen the exhibition of creative gingerbread houses and castles built by novices and seasoned chefs. All are displayed against the backdrop of the decorated Opera House stage, which also serves […]