Also, 9 Maine food businesses win grant money; ChopTails competition is back; and the Casco Bay Seafood Festival is set for June.
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As California bans service fees, restaurants brace for impact
The new law is aimed at giving consumers more transparency about prices – including on menus.
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The Wrap: Farmers to return to Monument Square; hobbit-core restaurant planned for Brunswick
Also, Magissa ready to open, Off Track Pizza launches; a new breakfast and lunch spot in Saco; and more local food news.
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Falafel Time closes due to health and staffing issues
Owner Qutaiba Hassoon said his father’s poor health has led to the 2 1/2-year-old restaurant to close.
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The Wrap: Mr. Tuna launches in new digs; Tao Yuan closes and Bao Bao moves north
Liquid Riot sold, to relaunch as Camp Pennant; Stonewall Kitchen comes back to Portland; Oun Lido’s opens in Old Port; gluten-free bakery planned for Saco; and more.
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Bao Bao Dumpling House moving to Brunswick
The restaurant has been closed since February, due to a staffing shortage.
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The Wrap: The Garden at Bissell Brothers and Low Key set to open
Also, Model T Coffee launches on Congress Street; plans for a Forest Avenue café from the owners of The Cheese Shop of Portland; Holy Donut to open in Brunswick; and more.
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New York City to require warning labels for sugary foods and drinks in chain restaurants
The rule is scheduled to go into effect June 19 for prepackaged food items and Dec. 1 for other items.
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The Wrap: Desserts downtown, barbecue in Deering Center and Bay Bowls in Biddeford
Also, an Ogunquit wine bar rebrands, Papi gets nominated for a Spirited Award and more.
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Greater Portland restaurants evolve to satisfy diners’ all-day cravings
Many establishments are stretching their hours beyond traditional mealtimes, aligning with shifts in pandemic-era eating habits, finding effficiences and even bringing in more revenue.