Did you know buckwheat is not related to wheat at all but is actually a seed in the rhubarb family? It’s therefore gluten-free and it grows in Maine! Try this gluten-free pizza crust next time you make pizza, and bring your flavors that much closer to home. Check out our article “Recipes for the seasons” in the 2018 SunriseGuide…
By Carey Kish THE GEOGRAPHIC EXPANSE of Maine’s coastline ranges some 230 miles from Kittery to Lubec as the crow flies, but an incredible 3,500 miles when every nook and cranny and more than 3,000 islands are accounted for on the undulating margin along the Gulf of Maine between New Hampshire and New Brunswick,…
By Richard McLaughlin Beekeeping is a fun and fascinating hobby. Honey bees live and work together in large, complex societies that captivate our senses and curiosity. Many people are drawn to beekeeping for the science and others enjoy the products of the hive such as honey, wax, and pollen. In recent years beekeeping has become…
Phthalates, Triclosan, parabens, musks, formaldehyde – perhaps you’ve been warned to keep an eye out for these allergens, carcinogens, and hormone disruptors found in many beauty care products. This is easy enough to do when reading labels in the aisle at the drugstore, but what about when you go for a facial or to have…
A conversation with Efficiency Maine Ductless heat pumps are one of the most popular technologies for highly efficient heating in cold climates. More than 20,000 high-efficiency ductless heat pumps have been installed in Maine homes and businesses in the past three years. We sat down with Efficiency Maine program managers Dana Fischer and Andy Meyer…
by Carey Kish A wealth of Maine mountaintops not too far from home offer panoramic vistas with minimal trail mileage and physical effort, perfect for hikers looking to get outdoors for just a few hours. Here’s a sampler of ten summit hikes, fun and rewarding walk-ups that each require an hour or less to reach…
by Karen D’Andrea A hamburger with bacon and cheese often evokes delight in anticipation of taking a great big bite. That has changed for some people today, although not for the reasons you might think. Many people are now thinking about how their food contributes to climate change. As the old adage goes, there is…
Erin Covey-Smith Food hubs have been getting a lot of buzz in Maine lately and there’s good reason. When you have an organized way to bring farmers and producers together with the public, we all stand to gain. As USDA agricultural economist Alan Borst puts it, a “food hub is a facility that is central…
If you’ve taken the bus in greater Portland recently you may have noticed some changes, including the addition of real time tracking by text or app from your smart phone. All bus stops in the METRO region are now outfitted with signs that provide their corresponding tracker ID numbers. Simply text that stop’s ID number…
There is no shortage of winter activities in Maine, and cross-country skiing is one that the whole family can enjoy. Gliding across fresh snow is peaceful, energizing, and easy on the planet. Plus, there are hundreds of trails to explore across the state. From groomed trails at one of the many ski centers to hidden…