Stories

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 - 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 - Handshake Hot Toddy

Handshake Hot Toddy

Warm up with a toddy that travels from Maine’s woodlands to Persia’s spice markets. With bourbon’s smooth kick, Handshake’s aromatic bitters, and a touch of

edible MAINE - Persian Winter Boulevard

Persian Winter Boulevard

Take a classic Boulevardier on a world tour with this Persian twist. The Handshake Digestif brings a fragrant depth, balancing the bourbon’s warmth with a

edible MAINE - Handshake Spritz

Handshake Spritz

Add some sparkle to your spritz with Handshake’s Persian twist! This effervescent blend of bitters, Aperol, and a touch of star anise brings a warm

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