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Queen of Local - Maine
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items Let Tour Guide Barbie show you her favorite Maine haunts!
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Moodie Foodie
Shopping Queen
Stay Awhile
Looking for a Third Space
Be Well
Moodie Foodie
I love food and I hope you’ll love these local munchies!
Two parts: the restaurant and the konbini. Our last Valentines date included their multi-course omakase including delicious blue fin tuna, brown butter skate, and strawberry matcha cake. Still want to try more of their konbini menu, but they carry my...
Aomori
With cakes, pastries, and coffees to die for, Yuri’s is a cute addition to Portland’s colorful scene. Their strawberry croissant is my current favorite!
Yuri's Desserts
Eclectic and cozy, I love a lazy morning that includes Second Rodeo. The Special is a great mashup of a traditional breakfast sandwich, Eggo waffles, and maple syrup!
Second Rodeo Coffee Shop
A great replacement in the old Foulmouthed space! You can tell a lot about a Japanese restaurant by their kaarage - crispy & juicy, 10/10! Great food and excellent vibes! Our first visit there had a great playlist of Japanese & Western punk!
The Send Brewing Co.
Formerly, A&C Soda Shop. I would sell my soul for their cheese curds & Fresno chili aioli. Pair that with a Kier Royal float (grape soda is highly underrated) and you’ve got it made in the shade.
Rattle Shake Grill
If you or someone you love can’t get enough Lord of the Rings in their life, you must visit Elevenses. The team has done a spectacular job crafting a menu and space that captures the world of J.R.R. Tolkien so beautifully. Our kid niece is a huge fan...
Elevenses
Grab your friends for an incredible, family style dinner at Empire! This has been a special place for us since our days in Uni and still hits the spot. My favorite thing right now is their Bacon Fried Rice and Chinatown Roast Pork - divine!
Empire Chinese Kitchen
Shopping Queen
I love shopping and I love buying local even more!
I cannot recommend Artemis enough! Chelsea’s collection is well curated - with pieces from Torrid, Halara, Cider, Old Navy, Disturbia, and more - all plus size and all perfectly priced! There is also a great buying program for those looking to recycl...
Artemis Plus Size Resale
I have loved Little Ghost since I was in high school and seeing them in a new, larger location warms my heart! They have great taste, great prices, and a great staff!
Little Ghost
Such a chill group of folks! I have shopped her for both myself and for theater productions. It’s always fun to see what they have in stock.
Mexicali Blues Portland
Stay Awhile
One of my favorite places for a staycation. With a two restaurants, a coffee shop, heated indoor and outdoor pools, a hot tub, spa, walking trails, a movie theater and art gallery, you can stay on location for your whole visit if you desire. The off ...
Cliff House Maine
If embracing the outdoors is your style, Mount Desert Campground is one of my favorites. Nestled just outside of Acadia, one of my favorite places on Earth, the campground offers both tent and RV sites. The price is pretty average for private campgro...
Mount Desert Campground
Looking for a Third Space
Another one for the nerds! Come for the cards, stay for the vibes - this space is totally cool and the staff is ultra welcoming to newbies (like myself). I love the Magic the Gathering art cards that decorate their hallway and the murals in the play ...
Gathering Grounds
My go to for local nerd stuff! They always have a great selection of figures and key chains - plus some delicious Japanese snacks! Bonus for hosting Gundam & Lego build nights! Pillar of the nerd community!
Weekend Anime and Games
Who can say no to board games and brews (both beers and coffee)? With tons of games to choose from, Another Round is a great place to stop if you just want to hang or if you are on a rather long wait list for one of the near by restaurants.
Another Round
Are you wanting to play D&D, Magic the Gathering, or other TTRPG with your friends but none of you have a big enough place to accommodate? Owlbear’s Rest has you covered! With a great selection of refreshments, a chill vibe, enough space to fit y...
Owlbear's Rest
Be Well
Hear me out - floating is unlike anything I’ve ever done before. Truthfully, I was a convert right away. I started after a concussion took me out of commission and it helped get me back on my feet. I get better sleep in the pod than in my own bed! Ja...
Float Harder