Bancroft
Bancroft, ME · Food & Drink
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Hot Sauce Maker in Fort Fairfield Downsizes to Grow
Jason and Jennifer Grass have turned a love of peppers into a thriving business at The Hill Gardens in Fort Fairfield, crafting more than 27 varieties of hot sauce ranging from mild blends to their fiery Dragon’s Breath. What began as a backyard pepper patch and a homemade experiment in 2020 has grown into a successful business with customers across Maine and as far away as California.
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Hot Sauce Maker in Fort Fairfield Downsizes to Grow
Jason and Jennifer Grass have turned a love of peppers into a thriving business at The Hill Gardens in Fort Fairfield, crafting more than 27 varieties of hot sauce ranging from mild blends to their fiery Dragon’s Breath. What began as a backyard pepper patch and a homemade experiment in 2020 has grown into a successful business with customers across Maine and as far away as California.
thecounty.me
Local pitmasters battle for Smokin’ BBQ Cookoff trophies
On Saturday afternoon in Fort Fairfield, the sweet, smoky aromas of barbecue wafted around the food court and beyond in what has become the traditional kickoff to the Maine Potato Blossom Festival. Held under sunny skies, the Central Aroostook Chamber of Commerce’s Smokin’ Hot Barbecue Cookoff challenged pitmasters to pull...
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Taste of Home Plans Watch Party
MAPLETON, Maine (WAGM) - Back in April, Taste of Home Restaurant in Mapleton began their moment in the national spotlight. Now, the owners are inviting the whole community to come watch that episode air later this month. This Mapleton restaurant recently caught the attention of a national food show and...
thecounty.me
Familiar spot has a new look
The Town of Mapleton is buzzing over a new gathering place. Two weeks ago, the new Maple-Den began a soft opening that wasn’t so soft. From the beginning, folks have been filling the spot that once housed the Mapleton Diner. The new owners are Collin and Kirsten Darrell, who...
everafterinthewoods.com
This Charming Victorian Cafe In Maine Serves Unforgettable Cheesecake
A big purple Victorian-era house in Sherman, Maine, hides a dining experience that feels more like a secret supper invitation than a typical restaurant visit. This historic 1890 home pairs old-house charm with the kind of scratch-made cooking that makes people slow down and stay awhile. Inside, intimate rooms, vintage...
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Aroostook couple’s new lakeside restaurant brings urban fare to The County
Seasoned restaurateurs, famed for their management of two favorite Aroostook eateries, have taken over ownership of the Lakeside Restaurant on the shores of Nickerson Lake. Life partners Sam Foster and Zoe Gerakaris of Houlton had long thought about using their combined years of food service experience to run their own restaurant, and last week that dream became reality.
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Aurelia at Castle Hill Reopens with Chef Quentin Diez’s Coastal Vision
After a brief hiatus, Aurelia at Castle Hill Inn is thrilled to announce its reopening on May 22, 2026, with reservations now available. This celebrated restaurant, known for its Forbes Five-Star status, is poised to captivate diners once again under the expert guidance of the new Chef de Cuisine, Quentin Diez.
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Presque Isle Sandwich Shop to close after more than 40 years
PRESQUE ISLE, Maine (WAGM) - After more than four decades serving the community, a locally loved sandwich shop is preparing to close its doors at the end of the month. The owner of the Presque Isle Sandwich Shop says the decision comes as he looks toward retirement. Tim Lyford made...
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Mapleton restaurant showcased nationally for homemade meals
Mapleton, Maine (WAGM) - The Taste of Home Restaurant stepped into the national spotlight Thursday as the America’s Best Restaurants Roadshow rolled in to showcase what makes this small-town kitchen special. Cameras rolled as the roadshow made Mapleton one of its stops. The show travels the country to highlight...
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Former Chinese restaurant razed in Presque Isle
An 8,000-square-foot building in Presque Isle that was formerly a Chinese restaurant was demolished last week. The pagoda-style structure, built in 2000 atop a hill on Main Street, stood out from the rest of the city’s commercial real estate. Its lot is now completely barren. It housed Oriental Pearl,...