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Where to Eat in Portland, ME

Restaurants Duckfat 43 Middle Street Portland ME 207-774-8080 The paninis here are exquisite but not the showcase. The french fries, whch are fried in duckfat, are the best in the world. The ambiance is unique and stylish, which creates a nice little spot to enjoy a great lunch. --Miss Rachael the Mainer Bintliff's American Café 98 Portland Street Portland ME 207-774-0005 Brunch here is phenominal. The varieties of french toast make your mouth water and definitely make it difficult to chose which to eat. Get here early, as there is often a wait. --Miss Rachael the Mainer Five Fifty-Five 555 Congress St., Portland, ME 207-761-0555 Cuisine: New American Food and Wine says: "Over at Five Fifty-Five, chef Steve Corry has spent the last four years perfecting dishes that emphasize local ingredients, like fennel-crusted Casco Bay monkfish." --Food & Wine, June 2007

Caiola's 58 Pine St., Portland, ME 207-772-1110 Cuisine: Italian Food and Wine says: "Chef Abby Harmon of Caiola’s is obsessed with grains, and I had an addictive dish of grano (pastalike pearled wheat) and carrots in a creamy tomato sauce there." --Food & Wine, June 2007

Fore Street 288 Fore St., Portland, ME 207-775-2717 Cuisine: New American Food and Wine says: "Chef Sam Hayward’s 11-year-old Fore Street is one of the Northeast’s great restaurants." --Food & Wine, June 2007

Hugo's 88 Middle St. Portland, ME 207-772-1110 Cuisine: New American Food and Wine says: "At Hugo’s, chef Rob Evans (an F&W Best New Chef 2004) prepares a truly avant-garde menu." --Food & Wine, June 2007

Back Bay Grill 65 Portland Street Portland, ME 207-772-8833 Cuisine: classic American Named "Portland's Most Romantic Restaurant" in the Portland Phoenix, Back Bay Grill specializes in classic American cuisine and places a strong emphasis on fresh, high quality ingredients.

Where to Shop in Portland, ME

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Specialty Food Shops LeRoux Kitchen 161 Commercial Street Portland ME 207-553-7665 This quaint shop is loaded with excellent items for the home, wine, specialty items, and anything you could ever possibly need for your kitchen. Oh and there's delicious chocolate. They often have wine tastings for those interested in learning more as well. --Miss Rachael the Mainer Browne Trading Company Address: Merrill's Wharf Phone: 800- 944-7848 "And then there’s Browne Trading Company (Merrill’s Wharf; 800- 944-7848), the seafood supplier to many of New England and New York’s best kitchens." --Food & Wine, June 2007

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Bakeries & Pastry Shops The Standard Baking 75 Commercial Street Portland, ME 207-773-2112 Make sure to stop by early, as the glorious baked goods do not last long. I highly recommend a braided ham & cheese criossant, an asiago fougasse, or a delicious scone. However, you cannot go wrong with your choice, as everything is divine. --Miss Rachael the Mainer Two Fat Cats 47 India St., Portland, ME 207-347-5144 "One of Portland’s best new bakeries is two-year-old Two Fat Cats. The Fat Cats’ specialty is classic American baking—tender apple and cherry pies and marshmallow buttercream-filled whoopee pies." Comments

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Ice Cream Shops Kettle Cove Take-Out & Dairy Route 77 Cape Elizabeth ME 207-799-3533 They have the best homemade ice cream. I highly recommend any of the peanut butter varieties. --Miss Rachael The Mainer Name of Venue Address: Phone: Comments

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Cheese Shops The Cheese Iron 200 U.S. Rte. 1, Scarborough; 207-883-4057 "Launched by Vincent Maniaci, who apprenticed at England’s legendary Neal’s Yard, and his wife, Jill Dutton, the sunny store has a small aging cave and an excellent selection, from local Kennebunkport Dry Jack to a European favorite of mine, nutty Tête de Moine." --Food & Wine, June 2007 Comments

Wine Shops Downeast Beverage 79 Commercial Street Portland ME 207-828-2337 --Miss Rachael the Mainer Name of Venue Address: Phone: Comments

Other Hilton Garden Inn - Portland Downtown Waterfront 75 Commercial Street Portland ME 207-780-0780 The hotel is beautiful, conveniently located, and has fantastic views of the harbor. --Miss Rachael the Mainer Portland Harbor Hotel 468 Fort St. Portland, ME 207-775-9090 Portland Harbor Hotel’s old world charm, distinctive design, and top-notch service have earned it the distinction of being an American Automobile Association (AAA) four-diamond hotel, the only hotel to receive this honor in Portland.