Harding Lee Smith, owner of ‘The Rooms’ restaurants, has sued Darcy Smith, owner of Boone’s, claiming she and her business owe him $150,000.
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Portland restaurant and shop Maker’s Galley closing
The Commercial Street business that showcases Maine-made products opened about 2 years ago.
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The Wrap: Portland chefs and restaurateurs win awards; Maine wine shops among country’s best
Also, When Pigs Fly Breads closing in Freeport; Maine’s second gluten-free brewery to open in Portland in October; Wiscasset hosts the state’s first Maine Needham Festival; and more.
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The Wrap: Petite Jacqueline to be sold; new ice cream shop open in Yarmouth
Also, When Pigs Fly opening a Portland shop this fall, Bread & Friends adds dinner service, and Maine Lobster Week returns for a third year.
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Something’s eating the great restaurants of London and NYC
Losing beloved and critically acclaimed destinations like Le Gavroche in London and Chef’s Table at Brooklyn Fare in New York creates an unwelcome ripple effect in a community.
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The Wrap: Papi co-founder named among country’s best new bartenders; The Good Table sale close
Also, pizza critic Dave Portnoy tries some Portland slices, the Maine Cheese Festival and Latino Food Festival are set for September, and an all-star roster of Maine’s women chefs collaborates for a MOFGA benefit dinner.
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Closure of Rick’s Lobby Café will leave hole in the heart of Portland
While running their cafe, Rick and Molly Wood also act as greeters, tour guides and door holders, brightening the days of everyone passing through the Post Office Square building.
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The Wrap: Quarryside outdoor event space launches at Rock Row; Warren’s Lobster House may become marina-side condos
Also, Botto’s Bakery ceases retail sales as it moves to Westbrook; Night Mares bar opens in the former Nissen Bakery; and Ore Nell’s barbecue welcomes customers in Biddeford.
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The Wrap: The Continental and The Clam Bar open in Portland
Wolfpeach in Camden closes, Vena’s Fizz House tacks and Vintage Maine gets a surprise visit.
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The Wrap: Bite Into Maine opens in East Bayside
Also, Rick’s Lobby Cafe to close; MarketFest on first Thursdays at the Yarmouth Farmer’s Market; and St. Peter’s Italian Bazaar returns to Portland’s Little Italy.