For the Sweden edition of the Scandinavian porch series, we will be raising funds for Maine Needs. Reveling in the novelty of keeping warm in the cold is a privilege that many in our state just do not have, and I think that it is important to highlight that disparity.  Maine Needs is a volunteer run organization that receives and sorts donations from the public, and uses donated funds to purchase and assemble basic kits of necessities for those in need statewide in Maine.  They work with a network of providers, caseworkers, teachers and other nonprofits to get these donations into the hands of the people across the state that need them the most. 

Dinner starts at 5:30 pm and is $100/PP - which includes four delectable courses, beverage pairings, and a $20 donation to Maine Needs. (It does not include tax or gratuity.)  Please note, this dinner is held on our heated and covered porch. Sheepskins and blankets will be provided, but please dress appropriately !

PLEASE CALL US AT 207-721-3000 TO REQUEST A RESERVATION.

Please inquire if you have dietary restrictions or allergies and we will let you know if we can accommodate them! Menu can be found below:

Course 1.

A tale of two toasts: 

gubbröra - anchovy, egg, herb, rye toast

toast skagen - dayboat scallop, matcha creme fraiche, preserved lemon, dill, rainbow trout roe

souls of Skogskyrkogården - akvavit, punsch, chazalettes bianco, lemon 

Course 2. 

Ärtsoppa - split pea, smoked celeriac, smoked ham, cranberry mustard

punsch - batavia arrack, gunpowder green tea, toasted black rice, dry curaçao, pineapple gomme 

Course 3.

ras el hanout spiced swedish meatballs, hasselback potato, sweet and sour cabbage

Akvavit

Course 4.

semla - cardamom spiced bun, marzipan, shagbark hickory whipped cream, hot cocoa

mumma (as a cocktail) - coconut gin, oloroso sherry, lemon, stout syrup, cardamom, cacao

For the Sweden edition of the Scandinavian porch series, we will be raising funds for Maine Needs. Reveling in the novelty of keeping warm in the cold is a privilege that many in our state just do not have, and I think that it is important to highlight that disparity.  Maine Needs is a volunteer run organization that receives and sorts donations from the public, and uses donated funds to purchase and assemble basic kits of necessities for those in need statewide in Maine.  They work with a network of providers, caseworkers, teachers and other nonprofits to get these donations into the hands of the people across the state that need them the most. 

Dinner starts at 5:30 pm and is $100/PP - which includes four delectable courses, beverage pairings, and a $20 donation to Maine Needs. (It does not include tax or gratuity.)  Please note, this dinner is held on our heated and covered porch. Sheepskins and blankets will be provided, but please dress appropriately !

PLEASE CALL US AT 207-721-3000 TO REQUEST A RESERVATION.

Please inquire if you have dietary restrictions or allergies and we will let you know if we can accommodate them! Menu can be found below:

Course 1.

A tale of two toasts: 

gubbröra - anchovy, egg, herb, rye toast

toast skagen - dayboat scallop, matcha creme fraiche, preserved lemon, dill, rainbow trout roe

souls of Skogskyrkogården - akvavit, punsch, chazalettes bianco, lemon 

Course 2. 

Ärtsoppa - split pea, smoked celeriac, smoked ham, cranberry mustard

punsch - batavia arrack, gunpowder green tea, toasted black rice, dry curaçao, pineapple gomme 

Course 3.

ras el hanout spiced swedish meatballs, hasselback potato, sweet and sour cabbage

Akvavit

Course 4.

semla - cardamom spiced bun, marzipan, shagbark hickory whipped cream, hot cocoa

mumma (as a cocktail) - coconut gin, oloroso sherry, lemon, stout syrup, cardamom, cacao

For the Sweden edition of the Scandinavian porch series, we will be raising funds for Maine Needs. Reveling in the novelty of keeping warm in the cold is a privilege that many in our state just do not have, and I think that it is important to highlight that disparity.  Maine Needs is a volunteer run organization that receives and sorts donations from the public, and uses donated funds to purchase and assemble basic kits of necessities for those in need statewide in Maine.  They work with a network of providers, caseworkers, teachers and other nonprofits to get these donations into the hands of the people across the state that need them the most. 

Dinner starts at 5:30 pm and is $100/PP - which includes four delectable courses, beverage pairings, and a $20 donation to Maine Needs. (It does not include tax or gratuity.)  Please note, this dinner is held on our heated and covered porch. Sheepskins and blankets will be provided, but please dress appropriately !

PLEASE CALL US AT 207-721-3000 TO REQUEST A RESERVATION.

Please inquire if you have dietary restrictions or allergies and we will let you know if we can accommodate them! Menu can be found below:

Course 1.

A tale of two toasts: 

gubbröra - anchovy, egg, herb, rye toast

toast skagen - dayboat scallop, matcha creme fraiche, preserved lemon, dill, rainbow trout roe

souls of Skogskyrkogården - akvavit, punsch, chazalettes bianco, lemon 

Course 2. 

Ärtsoppa - split pea, smoked celeriac, smoked ham, cranberry mustard

punsch - batavia arrack, gunpowder green tea, toasted black rice, dry curaçao, pineapple gomme 

Course 3.

ras el hanout spiced swedish meatballs, hasselback potato, sweet and sour cabbage

Akvavit

Course 4.

semla - cardamom spiced bun, marzipan, shagbark hickory whipped cream, hot cocoa

mumma (as a cocktail) - coconut gin, oloroso sherry, lemon, stout syrup, cardamom, cacao

For the Sweden edition of the Scandinavian porch series, we will be raising funds for Maine Needs. Reveling in the novelty of keeping warm in the cold is a privilege that many in our state just do not have, and I think that it is important to highlight that disparity.  Maine Needs is a volunteer run organization that receives and sorts donations from the public, and uses donated funds to purchase and assemble basic kits of necessities for those in need statewide in Maine.  They work with a network of providers, caseworkers, teachers and other nonprofits to get these donations into the hands of the people across the state that need them the most. 

Dinner starts at 5:30 pm and is $100/PP - which includes four delectable courses, beverage pairings, and a $20 donation to Maine Needs. (It does not include tax or gratuity.)  Please note, this dinner is held on our heated and covered porch. Sheepskins and blankets will be provided, but please dress appropriately !

PLEASE CALL US AT 207-721-3000 TO REQUEST A RESERVATION.

Please inquire if you have dietary restrictions or allergies and we will let you know if we can accommodate them! Menu can be found below:

Course 1.

A tale of two toasts: 

gubbröra - anchovy, egg, herb, rye toast

toast skagen - dayboat scallop, matcha creme fraiche, preserved lemon, dill, rainbow trout roe

souls of Skogskyrkogården - akvavit, punsch, chazalettes bianco, lemon 

Course 2. 

Ärtsoppa - split pea, smoked celeriac, smoked ham, cranberry mustard

punsch - batavia arrack, gunpowder green tea, toasted black rice, dry curaçao, pineapple gomme 

Course 3.

ras el hanout spiced swedish meatballs, hasselback potato, sweet and sour cabbage

Akvavit

Course 4.

semla - cardamom spiced bun, marzipan, shagbark hickory whipped cream, hot cocoa

mumma (as a cocktail) - coconut gin, oloroso sherry, lemon, stout syrup, cardamom, cacao

For the Sweden edition of the Scandinavian porch series, we will be raising funds for Maine Needs. Reveling in the novelty of keeping warm in the cold is a privilege that many in our state just do not have, and I think that it is important to highlight that disparity.  Maine Needs is a volunteer run organization that receives and sorts donations from the public, and uses donated funds to purchase and assemble basic kits of necessities for those in need statewide in Maine.  They work with a network of providers, caseworkers, teachers and other nonprofits to get these donations into the hands of the people across the state that need them the most. 

Dinner starts at 5:30 pm and is $100/PP - which includes four delectable courses, beverage pairings, and a $20 donation to Maine Needs. (It does not include tax or gratuity.)  Please note, this dinner is held on our heated and covered porch. Sheepskins and blankets will be provided, but please dress appropriately !

PLEASE CALL US AT 207-721-3000 TO REQUEST A RESERVATION.

Please inquire if you have dietary restrictions or allergies and we will let you know if we can accommodate them! Menu can be found below:

Course 1.

A tale of two toasts: 

gubbröra - anchovy, egg, herb, rye toast

toast skagen - dayboat scallop, matcha creme fraiche, preserved lemon, dill, rainbow trout roe

souls of Skogskyrkogården - akvavit, punsch, chazalettes bianco, lemon 

Course 2. 

Ärtsoppa - split pea, smoked celeriac, smoked ham, cranberry mustard

punsch - batavia arrack, gunpowder green tea, toasted black rice, dry curaçao, pineapple gomme 

Course 3.

ras el hanout spiced swedish meatballs, hasselback potato, sweet and sour cabbage

Akvavit

Course 4.

semla - cardamom spiced bun, marzipan, shagbark hickory whipped cream, hot cocoa

mumma (as a cocktail) - coconut gin, oloroso sherry, lemon, stout syrup, cardamom, cacao

For the Sweden edition of the Scandinavian porch series, we will be raising funds for Maine Needs. Reveling in the novelty of keeping warm in the cold is a privilege that many in our state just do not have, and I think that it is important to highlight that disparity.  Maine Needs is a volunteer run organization that receives and sorts donations from the public, and uses donated funds to purchase and assemble basic kits of necessities for those in need statewide in Maine.  They work with a network of providers, caseworkers, teachers and other nonprofits to get these donations into the hands of the people across the state that need them the most. 

Dinner starts at 5:30 pm and is $100/PP - which includes four delectable courses, beverage pairings, and a $20 donation to Maine Needs. (It does not include tax or gratuity.)  Please note, this dinner is held on our heated and covered porch. Sheepskins and blankets will be provided, but please dress appropriately !

PLEASE CALL US AT 207-721-3000 TO REQUEST A RESERVATION.

Please inquire if you have dietary restrictions or allergies and we will let you know if we can accommodate them! Menu can be found below:

Course 1.

A tale of two toasts: 

gubbröra - anchovy, egg, herb, rye toast

toast skagen - dayboat scallop, matcha creme fraiche, preserved lemon, dill, rainbow trout roe

souls of Skogskyrkogården - akvavit, punsch, chazalettes bianco, lemon 

Course 2. 

Ärtsoppa - split pea, smoked celeriac, smoked ham, cranberry mustard

punsch - batavia arrack, gunpowder green tea, toasted black rice, dry curaçao, pineapple gomme 

Course 3.

ras el hanout spiced swedish meatballs, hasselback potato, sweet and sour cabbage

Akvavit

Course 4.

semla - cardamom spiced bun, marzipan, shagbark hickory whipped cream, hot cocoa

mumma (as a cocktail) - coconut gin, oloroso sherry, lemon, stout syrup, cardamom, cacao

I am so excited to welcome Paul Chartrand to the Vine for our first wine dinner with him! Paul began importing Organic wines back in 1985, way before the natural wine movement that is sweeping the wine world currently. He is truly OG. Paul lived in Maine for almost forever, and built his business here. Now, he resides in France, and returns to Maine on occasion. He will be returning to Maine just days before this dinner, hot off judging at the worlds largest competitive tasting of organic wines. We will be closing for regular service for this special event, and what better way to celebrate Valentine’s day? And don’t worry, come alone, come with a big group, come with your love, come with a parent or a friend. We seat our dinners family style, so you will be sure to leave with new friends, having had great conversation. $50/PP for food, wine additional and ala carte. We will have suggested pairings for each course, but I don’t like to box people into wine decisions. Reservations required, call the Vine to hold your spot!

Lately, Ned Swain (the owner of Devenish Wines) has gone to Sicily once a year for some sort of wacky whirlwind wine fueled adventure. He returned recently, and is super excited to share his experiences, and the wines he brought back. Join us for a family dinner in which 4 Sicilian inspired family style courses will be paired with some really great wine. Food will be around $45, wine extra and offered a la carte. Dinners fill up quick once the word is out, so call the Vine soon to reserve your spot.

Eleanor is coming! I’ve been wanting to do a dinner with Eleanor (the owner of Eden Ciders) for years, and it’s finally happening. We will have four family style courses, paired with Edens elegant apple wines. And yes, that is how I want you to think of them. They are beautiful, structured wines that just happen to be made from apples. They also paired up with Deidre Heekin of La Garagista Winery to make incredible cider based digestifs under the Orleans line. We will be drinking cocktails made with those as well! As always, food will be $45/PP, wines a la carte and extra. Our dinners always fill up, so its definitely not too early to call and make a reservation.

There is still a little bit of room left in the Chilean wine dinner with natural winemaker Roberto Henriquez. I am so excited about this dinner, as I spent a lot of time in Chile while growing up. My brother is 1/2 Chilean, and lives there today! When I was much younger I would travel to Chile often once a year for about a month, and my memories of those times revolve in large part around the food I experienced. I still remember the seafood markets, large pots of apricot jam being processed at my aunt’s house, oozy cheese filled empanadas, watermelon dipped in toasted flour, and pebre. Pebre with everything….

So when I was given an opportunity to do a dinner with renowned Chilean winemaker Roberto Henriquez, I jumped. We will be pouring four of his wines, alongside four family style courses of the food I remember from my childhood.

$50/PP for food, wine extra and ala carte.

Call the Vine at 207-721-3000 to make a reservation.

Family Dinners are back!!! I am so excited for this dinner!!! Here at the Vine seafood and sherry are two of our most favorite mediums to play with, and they really do play so well together. When I had the opportunity to host the area representative of Gonzales Byass - one of the most historic Sherry houses in existence, I jumped on it. I knew I wanted to do an entire dinner focused on the amazing diversity and versatility found within the world of sherry and sherry based cocktails. But then, what was I going to cook to pair with all this delicious sherry? Enter Tom Santaguida. Tom Santaguida is our resident lobsterman, artist and philosopher - a regular who has become a good friend of all us. Many of you perhaps already know him. I asked him if he would be interested in supplying all the seafood for this dinner, and he said yes, but then expressed his worry that he would not be able to give me enough different types of seafood to work with. He then proceeded to rattle off a list of 14 different types of seafood that he could likely catch. I’d say that’ll be sufficient! This is going to be a night to remember, a lovely bridge between the dog days of summer and the colder weather ahead. Very limited seating, so do not wait to call. $45/person does not include the cost of drinks or gratuity. I structure the dinners that way to allow the patron some more flexibility in how they want to imbibe. That being said, I will have a few different suggested pairings with each course. We will likely have 3 or 4 courses, served family style. Call the Vine at 207-721-3000 to sign up!