The Cumberland native has been chef de cuisine at the fine-dining restaurant since 2022.
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Hot dog shop Wonderdogs set to launch this spring in Naples
The owner said he aims to open the restaurant — which will serve a variety of dogs, plus some outside-the-box items — in early May.
Franciska wine bar opens in Old Port
The intimate Middle Street venue spotlights Argentine wines.
Nordic candy store coming to East Bayside
Sødt is launching in the former Sticky Sweet space on Cumberland Avenue.
The Garden Bar to open South Portland location
The eatery aims to launch this spring in the former Cafe Louis space.
Maine shut out of James Beard Award final round for first time in 11 years
None of the state’s 9 semifinalists moved on in the annual competition, often called the Oscars of the food world. That hasn’t happened since 2014.
Two Maine restaurants named among the world’s best by Food & Wine
Mr. Tuna in Portland and Aragosta at Goose Cove in Deer Isle made the magazine’s annual Global Tastemakers list.
Cuties bar slated to open next week in Old Port
The Market Street venue plans to expand its hours, staying open all day, in May.
Bayley’s Ice Cream in Scarborough becomes The Maine Scoop Co.
The new managers aim to launch the stand May 15.