A guide to the best restaurants in Portland, Maine, including special-occasion dinners, lobster rolls, seafood, pizza, bakeries, cocktails, food shops, and casual neighborhood favorites. This list highlights pots in Portland and nearby Greater Portland, with favorite dishes, reservation tips, and practical notes for planning where to eat.
2025 was a quieter year at home- more routine, more cooking, and a deeper rhythm in the kitchen. From favorite dishes I made to recipes I developed and the cookbooks that inspired me most, this roundup captures what I cooked, loved, and learned along the way.
Elevate your holiday entertaining with this curated collection of Ina Garten’s finest main courses. From her iconic Sunday Rib Roast to elegant vegetarian options and pasta dishes, these 25+ recipes deliver the perfect centerpiece for your festive table.
If you need inspiration for your holiday cookie tin or Santa’s plate, this roundup features my all-time favorite Ina Garten cookie and candy recipes. From warm, spiced classics like Spicy Hermit Bars to no-bake English Chocolate Crisps, elegant chocolate bark, and plenty of buttery shortbread, these treats are festive, easy, and irresistible.
I began hosting large Friendsgivings during the project, inspired by Ina’s extensive holiday recipe collection. Since then, I’ve continued the tradition, theming each celebration around a different recipe author. Each celebration introduces new dishes that become future Thanksgiving staples, and here are some favorites
Take the stress out of Thanksgiving with these delicious make-ahead desserts from Ina Garten. Perfect for busy hosts who want to enjoy the holiday without last-minute baking chaos.
Explore Ina Garten’s eight exceptional mashed potato recipes, ranging from traditional butter-and-cream combinations to elevated versions featuring truffle butter, roasted garlic, goat cheese, and Parmesan. Find out which recipe stands above the rest as the ultimate potato side dish for any occasion.
Elevate your Thanksgiving spread with Ina Garten’s signature side dishes, including a mouthwatering Mushroom & Leek Bread Pudding, savory Chipotle & Rosemary Roasted Nuts, classic gravy, Spinach Gratin, and Parmesan Roasted Asparagus. Complete the feast with festive cocktails perfect for holiday entertaining.