Want to take your cooking to a new level? After all, we eat with our eyes as well as our mouths. This hands-on workshop will provide some easy garnishing tips and skills that will enhance what you serve. Bring a sharp paring knife, a cutting board, and a beverage of your liking and join the fun! ... Read More
Cooking at 43° North: Hold the butter and the syrup
It was a fluke, really. My husband and I were taking a walk on Lookout Point Road. I saw a sign that said, “Seams by the Sea.” I thought it a clever sign and made a mental note. When I got a pair of pants a few weeks later that were too long, I returned to pay a visit. Indeed, I had come to the ... Read More
Cooking at 43° North: A Maine Saturday night tradition
Driving by the now-closed B&M factory in Portland last week, it made me sad to think I will no longer smell the beans baking when I pass by. Nothing beats the aroma of a pot of beans baking in the oven. It inspired me to roll up my sleeves and make some. Beans have been a New England ... Read More
Cooking at 43° North: All about the sides
Spring is in the air here in Maine … finally. Beneath the melting snow and ice are blooms and flowers ready to grace us with their beauty. Time to celebrate new beginnings. Many think about what they will make for that traditional springtime gathering, whether it be roasted asparagus or baby ... Read More
Cooking At 43° North: Supper in 20 minutes
There are days when what to make for dinner is the last thing you want to think about. You’ve had a long day at work, got involved in a project or simply don’t feel like spending a lot of time in the kitchen. Everyone has their go-to recipe for times like these. The choice is often a sandwich of ... Read More
