Central Provisions
March’s “spring forward” daylight saving time has become a celebration for Meredith and I in recent years. After a full winter of lunch posts and dimly-lit dinners, all at once the light returns to...
View ArticleAtlanta, GA
When Michael found out that he’d be headed to Atlanta for work, I quickly made plans to join him. Having not been to the city in a number of years, I was excited to reacquaint myself with Atlanta...
View ArticleMint Julep
In the spirit of the upcoming Kentucky Derby and in celebration of all things spring, Michael and I thought it would be fun to share the recipe of one of our very favorite cocktails – The Mint Julep....
View ArticleDrinks with Orvis: Hunt & Alpine
There are few things that Meredith and I love more than a delicious cocktail and our best buddy, Orvis. So naturally, now that our favorite bar in town, Portland Hunt + Alpine Club, has added a little...
View ArticleKingston Wine Co.
It’s safe to say that just about whenever we’re traveling to a new area, I always try and pop in the local wine shop. I love seeing which wines catch the attention of various shop owners around the...
View ArticleDrinks with Orvis: Petite Jacqueline
Before we officially welcome fall, we just couldn’t let summer go by without one last nod to our love for rosé season with our second Drinks with Orvis post. During one of the warmest weeks this...
View Article2014 Best of Food from Our Travels
Up next in our Best of 2014 are this year’s highlights from the meals and drinks we’ve enjoyed the most while traveling. (Our favorites for our home state of Maine will be up tomorrow.) It’s no easy...
View Article2014 Best of Food, Maine
We’re finishing up our Best of 2014 posts with the most challenging to whittle down and write – our favorite food (and drinks!) from our home state of Maine. There are plenty of spots in Portland and...
View ArticleMaine & Loire
Earlier this week, Meredith and I had the opportunity to drop by Portland’s newest wine shop – Maine & Loire. We’ve been anxiously anticipating their opening ever since meeting the co-owners,...
View ArticleDrinks with Orvis: Wine Time at Blue Spoon
When shooting film you find that every now and then a forgotten roll surfaces, and if you’re lucky, when you develop it, some pleasant memories are uncovered. Finding this most recent roll filled with...
View ArticleOur Essential Cocktails
Meredith and I have always loved experimenting with cocktail recipes that come across our radar, like the inventive speciality drinks on a bottle of Royal Rose, or those we read about online and in...
View ArticleScribe Wine at The Market Restaurant
I stumbled on these photos the other day and realized that we never got around to sharing our experience of the annual summer Scribe Winery dinner at The Market Restaurant in Gloucester. Scribe was,...
View ArticleMargarita
We’ve been on a bit of a Margarita kick lately. It all started as a small craving for a salty/sweet tequila drink while planning a taco night a few weeks ago, and eventually grew into a regular...
View ArticleNew Work for Hunt and Alpine
Our friends at Hunt & Alpine had me come down to the bar to shoot some of their new tasty menu items. They recently launched their weekend menu, served from 1pm-4pm on Saturdays and Sundays....
View Article2014 Best of Food from Our Travels
Up next in our Best of 2014 are this year’s highlights from the meals and drinks we’ve enjoyed the most while traveling. (Our favorites for our home state of Maine will be up tomorrow.) It’s no easy...
View Article2014 Best of Food, Maine
We’re finishing up our Best of 2014 posts with the most challenging to whittle down and write – our favorite food (and drinks!) from our home state of Maine. There are plenty of spots in Portland and...
View ArticleDrinks with Orvis: Wine Time at Blue Spoon
When shooting film you find that every now and then a forgotten roll surfaces, and if you’re lucky, when you develop it, some pleasant memories are uncovered. Finding this most recent roll filled with...
View ArticleNew Work for Hunt and Alpine
Our friends at Hunt & Alpine had me come down to the bar to shoot some of their new tasty menu items. They recently launched their weekend menu, served from 1pm-4pm on Saturdays and Sundays....
View ArticlePimm’s Cup
Feeling a little nostalgic for England shortly after returning home from our trip, we took advantage of the weekend’s warm, sunny weather and whipped up a pair of Pimm’s Cups, our first drinks of the...
View Article7 Natural Wines for Thanksgiving
There’s only one place we turn when we need advice on selecting the perfect bottle of wine for any type of meal – Maine & Loire. Owners, Peter & Orenda Hale, make the best, tailored...
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