The Homestyle Restaurant In Maine With Food So Good You'll Ask For Seconds... And Thirds
By Andrea Verschuyl|Published October 16, 2023
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Andrea Verschuyl
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Having grown up in Washington, Andrea is a self-admitted Pacific Northwest snob. In their opinion, there's simply nowhere else in the country with the Evergreen State's beauty. After attending university, Andrea devoted themselves to writing full-time. They're thrilled to represent Washington for Only In Your State while pursuing other professional and personal projects. They currently reside in Olympia, where they enjoy leaf-blowing their yard, perfecting homemade ramen, cuddling with their three tiny dogs, and feeding their pufferfish, Sea Biscuit.
For out-of-staters, Maine evokes rugged coastlines, thick forests, and primordial wilderness. While Aroostook County might have dense woods, it's better known for its potatoes!
Quaint Mapleton has cultivated these starchy tubers since early settlers incorporated the town from a potato farm in 1880.
With a population under 2,000, you might not expect to find delicious dining here. But the lush pastoral setting is a chef's dream, and owners Linda and Eric take full advantage of the fresh ingredients in their backyard.
In this case, the backyard is literal! Though many chefs espouse a farm-to-table philosophy, kitchens generally accomplish this by contracting with local purveyors. Linda and Eric source much of the restaurant's produce from their very own garden.
With their hands in the food from its germination to its preparation, the passion for freshness at Taste of Home gives new meaning to the saying "labor of love."
At this wholesome spot, not only savor rich, fresh eggs but know that Linda's harvested them from her very own flock, whom she lovingly refers to as "the girls!"
Some of this innovation is a consequence of their cooking philosophy's hyper-seasonality. Still, the ingenious and crave-worthy entrées are also the result of Linda and Eric's sheer talent in the kitchen.
This talent extends to Taste of Home Restaurant's knack for hospitality. Recreating the comfort and conviviality of a home-cooked meal is a tall order, but this charming eatery serves diners sentimentality in spades. Enjoy your meals in a bright, oh-so-quaint interior with homey flourishes wherever you look.
Picturesque Mapleton may be home to the best restaurant in Aroostook County. Linda and Eric at Taste of Home Restaurant have created a one-of-a-kind dining experience for guests, winning over the community and all who pass through their tiny town. Big-city Portland might hog the attention for its star-powered culinary scene, but pay attention to the fare offered by Maine’s rural counties. If you’re willing to step off the beaten path, you may find yourself a hidden gem, just like this delicious spot.
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