Stories

edible MAINE - Curd to Craft

From Curd to Craft

Most of us consider cheese a mere snack—something we slap on a cracker at a holiday party or nibble on absentmindedly while discussing the weather.

edible MAINE - 2025 Maine Oyster Festival

Bivalves & Bonhomie

On the last weekend of June, an unassuming spot in downtown Freeport—a parking lot tucked behind Freeport Oyster Bar and the Freeport Historical Society—transforms into

edible MAINE - Southport’s Storied General Store

Southport’s Storied General Store

At dawn on Southport Island, locals make their way to the Southport General Store for their morning fix. They come for scratch-made breakfast pastries—flaky blueberry

edible MAINE - Rolling, Refreshing, and Ready for Anything

Rolling, Refreshing, and Ready for Anything

Maine’s summer is a fleeting marvel—a briny, breezy interlude between mud season and winter—that Mainers embrace with near-fanatical glee. On a perfect July Saturday, a

edible MAINE - Saco’s Sweetest Spot

Saco’s Sweetest Spot

With its inviting atmosphere and innovative menu, Sweets & Co. is more than just a café

edible MAINE - Bethel’s Newest Brew

Bethel’s Newest Brew

The Grind, a charming coffee shop on wheels, has opened in Bethel. Operating out of a repurposed 1970s horse trailer, The Grind’s emphasis on quality

edible MAINE - Riot Revival

Riot Revival

A beloved local staple in Portland’s Old Port, Liquid Riot, is set to undergo a transformation under new ownership. Michael Fraser, a well-known figure in

edible MAINE - Feeding the Future

Feeding the Future

Throughout Greater Portland, where community ties run as deep as pine roots, The Locker Project shines as a beacon of communal support and nourishment. Dedicated

edible MAINE - A Good Shucking Time

A Good Shucking Time

As the sun ascends over the cool waters of Casco Bay, Freeport prepares to celebrate its beloved Oyster Festival—a day when this quaint town turns

edible MAINE - Peppered with Purpose

Peppered with Purpose

In the heart of Rockland, Highland Foods, LLC, under the passionate leadership of Alison Macmillan, has been bringing a unique culinary treasure to tables since

edible MAINE - Gastropub Glory

Gastropub Glory

Nestled within the historic walls of a 130-year-old hay barn, Thistle & Grouse emerges as a beacon of modern gastropub culture, blending the warmth of

edible MAINE - Nourishing Nature

Nourishing Nature

In Portland, The Whole Almond emerges as a testament to plant-based innovation and sustainability. Founded in 2016, this brand champions the production of high-quality, plant-based