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Connecting the Dots.

Friday, March 26th, 2010

Dots, Lincolnville Beach, Maine.

From the road, you’d never guess what’s inside this very plain building in Lincolnville Beach, near the Islesboro ferry.

Dots, Lincolnville Beach, Maine.

Even the sign doesn’t give you a clear idea, other than you can pick up a cup of coffee and something to eat.

Dots, Lincolnville Beach, Maine.

So you’re in for a wonderful surprise!

Dots, Lincolnville Beach, Maine.

Dot’s Market is a fabulous new foodie resource in Midcoast Maine. It’s named in honor of the grandmother of the owner, Melissa Carr. And they both appear to like the iconic retro candy.

Dots, Lincolnville Beach, Maine.

Melissa’s mother, just happens to be the very talented woman who pioneered the well-loved Market Basket in Rockport on Route One and 90.

Dots, Lincolnville Beach, Maine.

Dot’s is packed with personality and great food. Plus a very nice selection of beer and wine.

Dots, Lincolnville Beach, Maine.Dots, Lincolnville Beach, Maine.

There’s plenty of parking in front, and lots of room inside for the lines that will ultimately form this summer. So go now!

Dots, Lincolnville Beach, Maine.

And refresh your pantry.

Dots, Lincolnville Beach, Maine.

Or pick up fresh ingredients for a tasty picnic on Islesboro, or to complete that recipe you found in an old Gourmet magazine, or just join your friends for a fun lunch.

Dots, Lincolnville Beach, Maine.

Dots, Lincolnville Beach, Maine.But watch out, you’ll be tempted by all the goodies sprinkled across the huge front counter.

Dots, Lincolnville Beach, Maine.Dots, Lincolnville Beach, Maine.

And take your time perusing before you place your order. You don’t want to miss anything.

Dots, Lincolnville Beach, Maine.

Dot’s Market – 2457 Atlantic Highway, Lincolnville, ME 04849, (just before, or after, the turn to the Islesboro Ferry) 207-706-7922

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Lobster beats turkey.

Tuesday, November 24th, 2009

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It’s been a turkey of a year for lobstermen still struggling with the current market and various economic pressures, eventually resulting in scarey stories of shootings this summer.

The lobster story continues as Linda Bean, the L.L. Bean heiress, initiates her new Linda Bean’s Perfect Maine (Lobster) Company. Concerned about the plight of the local lobstermen, she’s invested millions into the company, with plans to open 100 franchises, nationwide, of her version of the lobster shack.

So this year, once again, give thanks to your local lobsterman by treating yourself to the luxury of a lobster dinner!

(A similar post ran last year and it’s still unforutnately appropriate this year. Don’t want to run it next!)

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Treats, and a trick.

Thursday, November 12th, 2009

Treats in Wiscasset, Maine.

Treats, are just what you’ll find at this charming, French influenced, shop in lucky Wiscasset. The trick is to go as often as you can.

Treats, Wiscasset, Maine.

Treats is a delightful spot to gather supplies, share a meal with friends, or get some work done.

Treats, Wiscasset, Maine.

You’ll find an excellent selection of fresh breads, coffees, wines, cheeses, baked goods, and pantry items mixed in with the crowd of characters, both local and from away.

Treats, Wiscasset, Maine.

(What follows is a correction. The previous version of this post indicated the owners were the Mrozinskis.) Formerly owned by Paul and Sharon Mrozinski, who own the Marston House across the street, Treats has been in the skillful hands of Ryan and Stacy Linehan for the past 4 years.

Treats, Wiscasset, Maine.

Originally from Lake Tahoe, Nevada, and from a long line of chefs, Stacy has been in Maine for over 15 years. She came to Wiscasset by way of Bowdoin and is even a Maine Guide.

While her two lucky children, 2 and 4, are growing up in the kitchen, the lines are forming at the counter.

Treats, Wiscasset, Maine.

Their wines come from all over the world, and if you don’t find what you’re looking for, they’ll order it.

Treats, Wiscasset, Maine.

Members of the American Cheese Society, their cheeses are carefully selected from speciality suppliers in the US and Great Britain.

Treats, Wiscasset, Maine

Who needs Dean & Deluca? Everything they offer is of the utmost quality and style, and selected with extraordinary care. All the freshly baked goods are prepared with local, organic, ingredients.

Treats, Wiscasset, Maine

Treats, 80 Main Street, P.O. Box 156, Wiscasset, Maine 04578, Phone 207-882-6192, Toll Free 866-882-6192, Fax & Kitchen Phone 207-882-8112

Treats – Food and Wine

Treats – Catering

PS Be sure to visit the Marston House just across the street to visit the former owners Paul and Sharon Mrozinski. If you read Martha Stewart’s blog, you may have read about her July visit to the Marston House, and the lunch she had there. Here’s a link if you missed it.

Marston House, Main Street at Middle Street, P.O. Box 517, Wiscasset, Maine 04578, Phone 207-882-6010, Fax 207-882-6965

Marston House – Bed & Breakfast

Marston House – American and French 18th, 19th, and 20th Century Furniture, Textiles, and Decorative Objects

Marston House Rentals in France


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Farmers Fare, an amusement park for food.

Wednesday, September 30th, 2009

Farm Fare, Rockport, Maine.

There must be a larger market for fine food than is readily apparent, as even more foodie sources are now available in mid-coast Maine. Just around the corner from the ever popular Market Basket, at the intersection of Route One and 90 in Rockport, you’ll find the brand new Farmers Fare.

It has the spirit of the Market Basket, sans the adirondack chairs, with a dash of Chase’s Daily thrown in.

Farmers Fare, Rockport, Maine.

The owners of Farmers Fare, Teri Thompson-Christie and her husband, Peter, of Camden, aim to entertain, and educate folks about local Maine agriculture. And it looks like they’re having bushels of fun in the process.

Farm Fare, Rockport, Maine.

The business focuses on Maine agricultural products. Everything, including the materials used to build the building, are from Maine.

Farm Fare, Rockport, Maine.

A garden to explore, seasonal events to enjoy, a playground to climb, recipes to learn, fresh coffe to sip, and a gathering place to chat, are just a few of the amusements you’ll find there.

Farm Fare, Rockport, Maine.

You can pick up local meat from a local butcher, produce and dairy goods from local farms, freshly baked goods and other wares all produced in Maine.

Farm Fare, Rockport, Maine.

They’re even planning to help local businesses manufacture and bring their products to market.

Farm Fare, Rockport, Maine.

If you went to The Maine Fare, you’ll find many of the same products here, including Dolcelino’s and Matt’s Coffee.

Stop in, amuse yourself with the abundance of Maine.

Farmers Fare, Route 90 and Cross Street, Rockport, ME 04856, 207-236-3273.

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Rolling sushi.

Thursday, September 24th, 2009

Abundant, and exquisitely fresh fish and produce makes Maine the ideal place to enjoy sushi. At the Maine Fare, foodie event in Camden a couple of weeks ago, the very popular Suzuki’s Sushi Bar in Rockland demonstrated how to roll sushi. Looks really easy!

Suzuki’s Sushi Bar, 419 Main Street, Rockland, 207-596-7447.

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