Joshua’s Restaurant and Tavern’s owners have decided to leave the restaurant industry after 35 years in business. The business’ closing date is Sept. 28.
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The omakase at Izakaya Minato is one of Portland’s best deals
Simon Thompson of Portland recounts a fantastic (and ever reasonable) meal at the popular Japanese restaurant.
Schemengees Bar & Grille co-owner David Lebel dies at 57
The Lebels bought Schemengees more than a quarter century ago because, they once said, they both loved pool so much.
The Wrap: Maiz closing Brunswick location, The Alna Store gets new chef
Food & Wine rounds up ‘standout’ Maine lobster rolls (with an outlier), Yardie Ting moves downstairs and other food news.
At Mesa Grande Taqueria, scratch-made food at affordable prices
The mix-and-match ordering system may signal chain restaurant, but the food at this new East End spot is made with care, and the staff knows their stuff.
A roundup of 100% gluten-free establishments in Maine
People who need to avoid gluten can feel totally safe eating and drinking at these establishments.
Fundraising platform a win-win for Woodfords Corner shop and wannabe customers
Through NuMarket, customers can help fund new ventures – like the coffee shop and wine bar planned for Forest Avenue – and get a return on their investment in the form of store credit.
Highly anticipated sushi and boba joint opens in Freeport
Aki, a highly-anticipated restaurant in Freeport, opened at the beginning of the month, drawing a steady flow of customers in its first few days.
The Wrap: Taj reopens in new SoPo location; Two Fat Cats coming to the West End
Plus, Holy Donut to ship; new dining discount club from the owners of the former Rick’s Lobby Café; Hannaford staffer writes a produce guide; Parlor’s Salty Honey flavor returns; and summer camp at Allagash.
The Wrap: In Portland, Lucky Cheetah to launch and Tiqa reopens
Also, a new café/bar for Washington Avenue; an Asian fusion restaurant comes to Freeport; former Food & Wine editor Dana Cowin speaks at Allagash; the 98th annual St. Peter’s Italian Bazaar; and more.