Tantalizing options for ME Restaurant Week that you need to know

I’m so excited!  It’s the time of year that some marketing genius decided was best to brighten the dark (especially this year) days of winter and hip-deep snow with culinary delights that’ll knock your Carhartt’s off. Brilliant – and appreciated. Maine Restaurant Week 2015! 11021239_10152575251076755_7118338339076546291_n (1) Okay, so it should be called “Maine Restaurant Two Weeks” or perhaps “Maine Restaurant Half-Month”, but we won’t nitpick. (I’m completely fine with an entire month of culinary delights!). This year, Maine Restaurant week runs from March 1st through March 14th, with events throughout the entire state. Portland is the central area for the big events like The Breakfast Cook-off (at Seadog Brewing), The Pancake Races (at Bissell Brothers Brewing Company), The Signature Event – Food and Cocktail Pairing Competition (at Prime Mercedes-Benz) and The Great Coffee Pairing Event (at Coffee By Design). For a full listing of events, visit the Maine Restaurant Week website, www.mainerestaurantweek.com.

If you’re not able to travel, don’t despair my culinary enthusiasts! We have some stellar restaurants and chefs right here in the Bangor area who are gleefully participating in MRW. They have amazing menus lined up for you! (Um, helllooo – duckfat donuts? Coconut Tembleque? Mushroom Rangoon with Fire-roasted Applesauce or Corn Bread Cakes topped with Maine blueberry sauce and a maple syrup infused whipped cream?) Holy cow, I’m hungry! Don’t forget to swing around Orono and sample the amazing craft beers and succulent delights found at Orono Brewing and Woodman’s.

Check out their individual websites for menus and pricing. Stop by and show your love and appreciation and you’ll be served seriously amazing foods at a great price.  Or – do what I plan on doing – and visit all of them!

  • Blaze Restaurant – West Market Square, www.blazebangor.com
  • Sea Dog Brewing Company – Front Street, www.seadogbrewing.com
  • Seasons on Main, Grill and Sports Lounge – Main Street, www.seasonsbangor.com
  • Thistles Restaurant – Exchange Street, www.thistlesrestaurant.com
  • Woodman’s Bar & Grill – Orono, www.woodmansbarandgrill.com
  • Orono Brewing Company Draught Room – Orono, www.oronobrewing.com

 

C.R. Maguire

About C.R. Maguire

Writer/author, avid reader, notorious geek, badass cook, businesswoman, mom/gram and wannabe farmer.Addicted to Pinterest and Coursera. Lover of Riesling, white truffle oil, fresh lobster and pie for breakfast. Did I mention wine?