The Portland Phoenix has reviewed Back Bay Grill.
“Opened 20 years ago on an odd bayside corner, the Back Bay Grill looks seasoned rather than old. The front room and bar are truly lovely – with vintage lamps kept low, dark wainscoting, and a darker inlaid ceiling. A bustling open kitchen sits right on top of the bar, behind a curtain of copper pans.”
The Portland Press Herald has reviewed One Eyed Jacks Pizza.
“When I heard that One Eyed Jacks Pizza on Commercial Street in Portland had outstanding pizza, I assumed (totally my bias) that the cooks there must make a thick-doughed pizza. I was wrong, but, as it turns out, delightfully so.”
Sebago Brewing unveiled their new Local Harvest Ale tonight at The Great Lost Bear. The beer is made, in part, with hops grown in Scarborough and South Portland.
The Bollard has summarized the history of Granny’s/Billy’s/Grandes which is now out of business.
The Ohno! Cafe is about to change hands according to a report from Chow Maine.
There’s a good article in the Food section of today’s Press Herald about the growing recognition of artisanal cheese making in Maine. This Sunday the Maine Cheese Guild is holding the 2nd annual Open Creamery Day – a chance to visit local cheese makers and see them in operation.
According to a report in The Maine Mouth, Kate’s Homemade Butter won first prize in the Unsalted Butter category at the 2008 World Dairy Expo. Kate’s is produced by the Patry family in Old Orchard Beach. Gifford’s was also a winner at the Expo taking home first prize in the Sherbert category and second place in the Chocolate Ice Cream category.
According to a report in The Maine Mouth, Kate’s Homemade Butter won first prize in the Unsalted Butter category at the 2008 World Dairy Expo. Kate’s is produced by the Patry family in Old Orchard Beach. Gifford’s was also a winner at the Expo taking home first prize in the Sherbert category and second place in the Chocolate Ice Cream category.
Last night the Portland City Council approved a liquor license for the Borealis Breads Bistro Bakery. The cafe is being built on Ocean Ave near the new elementary school.
Type A Diversions has reviewed Bonobo, a pizzeria in the West End.
“Their thin and crisp crusted pizzas feature fresh, unusual toppings; the restaurant itself is laid back, yet sophisticated enough for a casual date night on the town. Though I wouldn’t make Bonobo a regular destination, I certainly wouldn’t hesitate to dine there again when in the area.”