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The Breakfast Serial

Sep 8, 2024 | thebollard.com | Dan Zarin |Figgy DiBenedetto |Carolyn Stephens

photo/Dan ZarinVendredi’s@ Oxbow Blending & Bottling49 Washington Ave., Portlandvendredis.myportfolio.comWhat exactly is brunch? I don’t mean literally. The simple fusion of the words “breakfast” and “lunch” is the most popular portmanteau in America, right up there with spork. I’m asking existential questions, like: 1. Does brunch have to be fancy? 2. Must poached eggs be available? And 3. Is day-drinking (especially mimosas and Bloody Marys) required?
The Notorious F.I.G.

Aug 12, 2024 | thebollard.com | Figgy DiBenedetto |Dan Zarin |Carolyn Stephens |Tom Major

photo/Figgy DiBenedettoClam Bar199 West Commerial St., Portland805-1763clambarportland.comGoing to the Old Port between May and September always reminds me of the ’80s arcade game Frogger. By the time I get back to the West End I have to remind myself that I too was once a tourist here, tourism is good for our economy (mostly), and I should embrace the celebration of our city. Doggone it, people like us! But, yah — no, I hate it.
The Breakfast Serial

Jul 4, 2024 | thebollard.com | Dan Zarin |Carolyn Stephens |Tom Major |Figgy DiBenedetto

photo/Dan ZarinBistro Leluco347 Cottage Rd., South Portland536-1690bistro-leluco.comIt was a glorious, sunny weekend morning: not too hot, not too cool; perfect patio weather. Driving through downtown Portland, my wife and I spotted crowds of people already queuing up outside some of the city’s better-known brunch spots. Suckers. Less than 10 minutes later, we were sitting with three friends at a quiet outdoor table at Bistro Leluco.
Saloon Society - The Bollard

Jun 2, 2024 | thebollard.com | Carolyn Stephens |Tom Major |Dan Zarin |Figgy DiBenedetto

Remembering Henry JostThis past March, I attended a memorial for dear Henry Jost, lost way too soon. Henry was larger-than-life, in stature and personality. He made friends everywhere he went, as demonstrated by the long distances some had traveled to be there. The night was full of laughter, lots of stories, and tears that showed how very beloved Henry was.