Three takeaways from Friday’s roundtable discussion among local food industry professionals and lawmakers, organized by the James Beard Foundation.
Maine restaurants
Posted inAndroscoggin County, Business
The Sedgley Place in Greene is a dream come true for longtime patron-turned-owner
A few short years after returning to Auburn from New York, Ali Desjardin jumped back into the hospitality scene, unwittingly setting off a chain of events that would lead to the ownership of the celebrated restaurant, The Sedgley Place, in Greene.
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Posted inMaine, Maine Crime
Police investigating hit-and-run that damaged Waterville restaurant, owner says
A car hit Mezza at 34 Temple St. on Friday morning, causing substantial damage. The vehicle then left the scene, according to Tom Nale Sr., the restaurant’s owner.
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn
Mac’s Downeast Seafood purchases former Giffords ice cream location in Auburn
Online post says they will move next door as soon as renovations are complete.
Posted inFood
Squeeze in a barn supper before the season turns
A farm-to-table dinner in a barn on a farm is a magical experience, and it’s not too late to enjoy one this year.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Brunswick’s Joshua’s Restaurant and Tavern shuttering after 35 years
Joshua’s Restaurant and Tavern’s owners have decided to leave the restaurant industry after 35 years in business. The business’ closing date is Sept. 28.
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn
Schemengees Bar & Grille co-owner David Lebel dies at 57
The Lebels bought Schemengees more than a quarter century ago because, they once said, they both loved pool so much.
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn, The Buzz
El Pochos Mexican Grill is moving to downtown Lewiston
The restaurant is moving into the former Boba at 97 Lisbon St.
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn, The Buzz
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen coming to Lewiston
It will likely be at least one year before the brand-new quick serve restaurant at 841 Lisbon St. is open
Posted inBusiness, Lewiston-Auburn, The Buzz
House of Modesty opens up in Auburn Mall
The Buzz: Two new stores are doing business in the Auburn Mall, and restaurants are on the move in Lewiston.