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The Maine Mouth

Summer Food Shorts

Small thoughts on Maine food. Read more »


A Feast for the Fourth

A clambake is the perfect way to celebrate the height of summer. Read more »


Maine's Best Gin

Sweetgrass Winery in Union is Maine's only gin distillery — and lucky for us, the gin is amazing. Read more »

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Your Pantry

Sweet and Sour German Potato Salad

Author Cynthia Simonds says, "My mom used to make this warm and tangy salad, always delicious with grilled bratwurst or any kind of barbecue. Both sweet and salty, it holds its own alongside other flavorful foods, with plenty of delicious potato... Read more »


Ducktrap River Smoked Seafood Chowder

A creamy treat from Superb Maine Soups. Read more »


West Branch Pond Rhubarb Surprise

A Delight for Spring -- Or Anytime You Can Find Fresh Rhubarb Read more »

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Down East Dining Reviews
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Henry VIII — Where Fast Food Meets Gourmet Dining

Fabulous specialty sandwiches made with hand-carved certified Angus beef on toasted baguettes. Voted the Best of the Best among for restaurants in York County. Read more »


Francine Bistro

If you want the freshest of fresh organic ingredients in an atmosphere that refuses to take itself too seriously, Francine Bistro is a must see. Read more »

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About The Maine Mouth

We don’t need Saveur, Gourmet, and Food & Wine magazines to tell us (though we appreciate the mentions) that our state is renowned for its culinary excellence. From fresh produce to plates of haute cuisine, it’s all here, and The Maine Mouth will help you find it. A combination of Maine food information and inspiration, The Maine Mouth is the place where you can get the word of mouth advice that will lead you to the good eats—and all that is related to it—from York to Fort Kent. I’ll be traveling across the state to farm stands, top restaurants, burger joints, bakeries, clam shacks, ice cream stands, wineries, and more, and reporting about the places worth seeking out. Plus I’ll include some recipes and stories from my own Maine experiences. I hope you'll help by sending in your own suggestions and comments so the Maine Mouth spouts off (pun intended) a true food dialogue that spans the entire state.

—Kathleen Fleury
kfleury@downeast.com