It's an age-old question. Should lobster rolls be served cold with mayonnaise or warm with butter? You can help us decide by taking our survey. In short, there are basically two types of rolls. The Maine roll is served cold on a toasted split hot dog bun and slathered in a mayo sauce. The … [Read more...] about Lobster Roll Smackdown! Which is better, Maine style or Connecticut style?
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March Madness Championship Best Maine Lobster Roll 2024 Updated
Well, the people of Maine have spoken. And by an overwhelming majority, Bite Into Maine is the 2024 Champion for the Best Maine Lobster Roll. Here is the officially updated bracket showing Bite Into Maine as the winner! We've enjoyed Bite Into Maine lobster rolls at their food truck at … [Read more...] about March Madness Championship Best Maine Lobster Roll 2024 Updated
Maine Blueberries
Whenever visiting my grandparents at their Maine home in the summer, we would often head out back to pick blueberries. No, they weren't blueberry farmers — actually, they were apple farmers. Instead, they had a patch of low bush blueberries growing naturally in their backyard. Even our dog Misty got … [Read more...] about Maine Blueberries
Wendy’s: Leap Day Freebie
I'd heard through the rumor mill that Wendy's would have a Leap Day freebie for 2024. Now I can confirm that there is one and I can add it to my Leap Day Freebies article. Wendy's Leap Day Freebie No, it's not a Frosty or even their delicious chili. Instead, you'll need to head to your … [Read more...] about Wendy’s: Leap Day Freebie
Avocados: Buying, Ripening, Storing
Did you know that Super Bowl season is the number one during the year for people to buy avocados? By some estimates, we Americans consume an estimated 250 million pounds of avocados leading up to football's biggest weekend. The number two time of the year for avocados? Cinco de Mayo. Chances are … [Read more...] about Avocados: Buying, Ripening, Storing
How to Freeze Fresh Blueberries
Did you know that 99 percent of fresh blueberries picked in Maine are sold frozen? In fact, most are frozen within 24 hours of picking. That's why if you've ever gotten fresh Maine blueberries and didn't want to have them go to waste, you need to learn how to freeze them. Also, just because you … [Read more...] about How to Freeze Fresh Blueberries
How to Make Summer Berries Last
Wouldn't it be great if you could make summer berries last all year long. Well, I don't have a magic wand. However, I do have the inside scoop on the secrets to sorting, washing and storing techniques that will preserve their flavor and keep your summer berries fresh longer. Bringing home … [Read more...] about How to Make Summer Berries Last