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Maine Maple Sunday at Merrifield Farm
You knew you were getting close before you even saw the farm. Cars were already lined up on the side of the road, and people were walking in from all over. We got lucky and parked near a small intersection, which ended up mattering later when it was time to leave. It’s one of those…
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Trying Taj Indian Cuisine in South Portland – South Portland, Maine
Trying a new restaurant can sometimes feel a little intimidating — especially when it’s a cuisine you’re not very familiar with. That was exactly the case when we decided to try Taj Indian Cuisine, a popular restaurant located near Clark’s Pond in the South Portland mall area. Tiffany’s coworkers had been talking about it for…
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A Warm Stop at The Holy Donut in Portland’s Old Port – Portland, Maine
After spending the morning walking along the snowy waterfront and quiet streets of Portland’s Old Port, the cold began to settle in. Winter mornings near the harbor have a way of doing that. Just as I considered warming up somewhere, I spotted a familiar sign ahead: The Holy Donut. It felt like the perfect place…
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A Winter Morning in Portland’s Old Port – Portland, Maine
There’s something about Portland’s Old Port after a fresh snowfall that changes the city’s vibe completely. The busy summer crowds vanish, the historic brick streets go quiet, and the waterfront adopts a calm, steady rhythm. Snow settles on the docks and rooftops, softening the harbor’s edges. On this particular morning, I went down to the…
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A Winter Morning at Sebago Lake and Babb’s Bridge
Some of the best mornings exploring Maine start simple — a good breakfast and a short drive to somewhere scenic. On this trip we started the day in Standish with breakfast at a local bakery before heading toward Sebago Lake and one of southern Maine’s most charming landmarks. Breakfast at Sweet & Savory Bakehouse We…
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Exploring Old Orchard Beach in the Off season: Pizza, Coffee, and Ocean Air
We got there just after noon, the kind of day where the air finally feels different. Not warm exactly, but close enough that you notice it. After a long winter, that shift matters. Lone Pine’s new spot in Old Orchard Beach was easy to find. Simple building, sign out front, a little bit of snow…
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