Milk Street Television Season 3 Episode 10 On the Road: Portland, Maine
- TV-G
- November 8, 2019
- 23 min
On the Road: Portland, Maine is the 10th episode of the third season of Christopher Kimball's Milk Street. In this episode, Christopher and his team embark on a culinary adventure to Portland, Maine.
The show starts by introducing the viewers to the vibrant food scene in Portland, which is famous for its seafood. The team visits Eventide Oyster Co., which is known for its fresh oysters and lobster rolls. They meet with Chef Ian, who demonstrates how to make a perfect lobster roll. Christopher also visits Maine Mead Works, a local meadery that specializes in honey wine. He learns about the mead-making process and tastes some of their delicious meads.
The next stop is Rose Foods, a bagel shop that serves authentic Jewish-style bagels. The team tries their famous bagels and lox and learns about the art of making bagels. They also visit Tandem Coffee + Bakery, a renowned coffee shop that serves some of the best coffee in town. Christopher talks to Will, the owner, about their coffee-roasting process and tries their popular maple bacon biscuit.
The team then heads to Leeward, a local restaurant that offers a unique dining experience. Chef Ilma provides insight into her inspiration and Italian-style cooking as she prepares whipped ricotta and house-made pasta. They also try her homemade limoncello.
The show concludes with the team visiting Standard Baking Co., a bakery that specializes in artisanal bread and pastries. Christopher learns about the process of making sourdough bread and tries some of the bakery's famous croissants.
Throughout the episode, Christopher and his team explore the local food scene in Portland, learn about the ingredients and dishes, and meet with the chefs and artisans who make them. They provide insights into the inspiration behind their creations and showcase their unique culinary skills. Overall, On the Road: Portland, Maine is a perfect episode for food lovers who want to experience the vibrant food culture of Portland.
