December 2013 Now here’s a mystery. You’re a visiting diner to the Kennebunks. Wine stewards in many of the glittering bistros whisper, with unreserved enthusiasm, “If you want to sample a local legend, try Rat’s Reserve.” It is all that. Eateries as diverse as the...
Empire Chinese Kitchen
December 2013
Empire Chinese Kitchen infuses traditional dim sum with a bit of alt magic and Maine soul.
Man On Fire
December 2013
What ignites my seven-year search in the North Atlantic? How dare I unplug the Lindbergh legend? Before Lucky Lindy there was L’Oiseau Blanc…until there wasn’t.
#Drive-In Force
December 2013
Maybe it takes a 23-year-old to rescue a 74-year-old drive-in.
Feast of the Seven Fishes (& other holiday tales)
December 2013
Local inspirations add sparkle and spice to international holiday traditions in Maine.
Ten Things I Love About My New…Bank
December 2013
Maine banks and credit unions are anxious to win you as a depositor in 2014. Pull up a chaire and get to know them, up close and personal.
December 2013
Perspectives 14 From the Editor 16 Letters 25 Chowder 41 Man on Fire In icy waters off the coast of Maine, a lobsterman recovers pieces of the wreck that provide new clues to the mystery of L’Oiseau Blanc. By Bernard Decré Art & Style 20 Goings On 50 Holiday Gift...