It’s a Maine Thing - Hezzy’s Sidewalk Talk

Oh, August in Maine
Oh how we love August in Maine in all  its splendor. It’s what we wait for all year and it is the state of mind that our summer visitor friends pine for. Every August a different theme unfolds, much of it dependent on the weather. This year is no different. After six […]

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We ran this recipe last winter, but recently a number of our readers have requested that we run it again. It’s easy to make, is a great summer dish for the family and tastes even better the second day. Umami at it’s best!
Takes 30 minutes to prepare. 20 minutes to bake. For a vegetarian version […]

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Summer Magic of Maine
 The magic of summer is in full swing here in the State of Maine. Everything that we love about this wonderful place is running on high octane. The days are long, are gardens are bursting with color, hiking trails are showing wear, sails of boats on distant waters dance on the surface […]

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Maine is alive with artisanal, specialty food purveyors who create an impressive array of interesting and delicious foods. They are the farmers, bakers, microbrewers, vitners, fisherman, cheesemakers, meat and fish smokers and foragers who work tirelessly in Maine to create delicious, handcrafted foods. Then there are those creative and dedicated souls, the chefs, who create […]

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Recipe Round-up: Sriracha Chicken Wings

Our friend, Kirk, turned us on to this rockin’ recipe. It circulated around during Superbowl Season, but we have used it during Grilling Season, although you might want to fry these in lieu of grilling. (Don’t we just love the change of seasons!) These are great for summer parties and soirees. […]

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Finnan Haddie

Be a Local Hero…Support Locally Made Foods!
There is a re-energized food movement afoot in Maine that is setting new standards for independently produced, quality edible offerings made available here in the state. Referred to as artisanal producers, many of these independent food entrepreneurs have been inspired by the Slow Foods movement that was originally […]

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Mid-winter Blues Fighter, 2008
It’s that time of the year for hearty soups that comfort the soul and fill the tummy. Plus, the root cellar can use some attention so clear out the onions and make one heck of a soup. Our tried and true recipe for Hezzy’s French Onion Soup will never let you down […]

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Winter 2008
It is true, one usually does not align Pacific Rim culture and language with living in Maine. That being said, however, there’s a scientific discovery that has recently come to light that is really good to chew on. It is Umami. A  Japanese term, that translates as “delicious flavor.” Scientific methods have proven that […]

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I made this at home over the weekend and served it with a beet green salad with walnut oil dressing. It was a winner. Serve with sour cream and fresh, chopped cilantro on the side. Takes 20 minutes to prepare. 20 minutes to bake.
Ingredients:
4 -10 inch tortillas
3 TBL canola oil
1 large onion, diced
1 jalapeno chile, […]

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