Meet the Shuckie – the coastal twist on the classic fortune cookie that’s making waves in Scarborough. Shaped like a scallop shell, every Shuckie delivers a fun surprise inside: a fascinating sea fact on one side and a playful message on the other. Simply “shuck it” open and enjoy the experience. Crafted in our very… Read more »
Category: Gourmet & Specialty Foods
Smithereen Farm
Posted by Severine Welcome & filed under .
Severine feels so grateful to be making a home, a family, and a diverse orchard in this beautiful town of Pembroke, and to welcome kids, campers, and workshop attendees from near and far. Making delicious products from the farm’s own production is a long-held dream come true, in 2024 Severine and Terran welcomed their second… Read more »
Virgo Moon
Posted by Jilly Pelletier & filed under .
Virgo Moon is where the precision of biology meets the magic of the cosmos. Based in Maine, Jilly creates artisanal, small-batch confections that serve as edible meditations on planetary archetypes and seasonal rhythms. Every recipe is grounded in the landscape of Maine, incorporating locally harvested berries, honey, and botanicals – like lavender and juniper –… Read more »
Backyard Garlic
Posted by Rebecca Hennessy & filed under .
I started Backyard Garlic with a friend 10 years ago. We first worked together building a vegetable garden at our kids’ elementary school, and it didn’t take long for us to realize we wanted to start a food business together. At the time, I was living in New Hampshire, and we attended several food and… Read more »
Batch’s BBQ Sauce
Posted by Marlene Brackett & filed under .
I have always been someone who enjoys creating and working with my hands, and cooking has long been a way for me to bring people together. It’s something I’ve always been drawn to, especially when it comes to sharing food with family and friends and creating that sense of connection. While I don’t have a… Read more »
Matinicus Salt Farm
Posted by Usha Beaudoin & filed under .
I founded Matinicus Salt Farm as a way to create something meaningful that reflects my connection to Matinicus Island, where I spend my summers. As a 10th-generation link to the island, it has always been an important part of my life. My path has been shaped through hands-on experience and a commitment to learning over… Read more »
Thirst Tea
Posted by AP Sawyer & filed under .
AP Nuri is the Founder, Tea Curator, and a proud Capricorn Sun, Gemini Moon, Pisces Rising. For over 13 years, they have studied and garnered certifications from everything from sacred religious texts to the zodiac and stars to the earth’s healing herbs. Through it all they found that there are infinite ways to connect. Thirst… Read more »
CHUH Matcha
Posted by Andrew Schundler & filed under .
MATCHA [mah-CHUH] – THE RITUAL REIMAGINED Smooth, clean energy without the crash. Flavors you’ll actually want to drink. No grassy taste. No fake stuff. Built for busy days. CHUH is a canned matcha latte dreamed up in Maine using organic ceremonial-grade matcha, real ingredients, and a careful balance of flavor and function. Each batch starts… Read more »
Gimie Candy Company
Posted by Jason Bishop & filed under .
At Gimie Candy Company, we handcraft small-batch confections in Bucksport, Maine using real ingredients and a whole lot of care. Our collection currently includes all-natural lollipops, bean-to-bar chocolate, and handcrafted marshmallows—each made in our licensed family kitchen. We focus on simple, recognizable ingredients—real fruit, pure maple syrup, herbs, spices, and high-quality cocoa beans—sourced from trusted… Read more »
The Holy Donut, Inc
Posted by Lauran Franciose & filed under .
The Holy Donut started in founder Leigh Kellis’s apartment kitchen, driven by a simple goal: make a donut with ingredients she felt good sharing with her daughter. After countless test batches (and a lot of peeled potatoes), her Maine potato donuts quickly caught on when she began selling to local coffee shops. Built with the… Read more »