Entree 2009 Dining Guide

By Anne Marie DiStefano /
The Portland Tribune
Thu, Apr 30, 2009

When people ask me for restaurant recommendations, there’s usually a back story. Either it’s a special anniversary, or guests are coming from out of town, or a friend has tastes that present challenges of one kind or another. All of the restaurants in this guide are special occasion restaurants. We’ve tried to divide them up according to real-life situations, with certain guidelines in mind. We stuck to places in the city of Portland. W…

Where to take your sweetheart

The Portland Tribune
Thu, Apr 30, 2009

An absence of glare, noise and confusion – in many ways, a perfect date spot is defined by what it doesn’t have. On the other hand, good …

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Where to take your rich uncle

By Anne Marie DiStefano /
The Portland Tribune
Thu, Apr 30, 2009

He’s doubtful that Portland can live up to his big-city standards. Prove him wrong at one of these sophisticated spots, which will satisfy his …

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Where to take your country cousins By Anne Marie DiStefano / The Portland Tribune Thu, Apr 30, 2009 They don’t want to eat raw fish, pâté de foie gras, or fennel “foam,” but they love you and they want to take you somewhere nice. …

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Where to take a farm-to-table fanatic

By Anne Marie DiStefano /
The Portland Tribune
Thu, Apr 30, 2009

An out-of-season tomato is the bane of your existence. You want to know what farm the salad greens came from and the name of the person who foraged …

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Where to take a carnivore

The Portland Tribune
Thu, Apr 30, 2009

For some, indulgence means a hearty hunk of meat in the middle of the plate. Whether it’s a thick steak or a creative new twist on charcuterie, …

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Where to take a globetrotter The Portland Tribune Thu, Apr 30, 2009 Some appetites are restless, always on the lookout for something new. Satisfy the urge to roam at one of these spots, inspired by cuisines from …

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