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Reviewed by Diane Hudson Sept 2008 Emilitsa is not simply ‘the new Greek restaurant in Portland.’ It is the most exciting new dining establishment of any kind here, and it happens to be Greek. Sleek, urban, and altogether warm, Emilitsa–named for owner John Regas’s...

Rare Medium, Well Done Stake your claim–or claim your steak–at the newest hot spot at Wells Beach. reviewed by Diane Hudson - SumerGuide 2008 Lots of places call themselves “steakhouses,” but Wells Beach Steakhouse gives even the famous chain of Ruth’s Chris Steak...

reviewed by Diane Hudson May 2008 Good Food Bar None Bar Lola is a knockout in the East End. Seated at the crest of Munjoy Hill as Congress Street plunges toward the Eastern Prom, Bar Lola, the newest of the new up here, is delighting crowds of excited diners. We just...

Maine Street Surprise Popular Henry and Marty’s is a three-dimensional happening. reviewed by Diane Hudson - April 2008 A line of diners waits outside of Henry and Marty, a favorite Brunswick eatery since 1998 (now owned by Aaron Park–former chef/owner of the West...

Reviewed by Diane Hudson Feb/Mar 2008 Chef James Tranchemontagne of Uffa! fame revels in a neighborhood dining scene, so, when he moved to Westbrook, he packed up his popular Portland restaurant and took it with him. Transforming Chicky’s Fine Diner nightclub on...