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The Seafood of Portland, Maine

Lobster, oysters, mussels, and so much more.
By Andrew Knowlton
September 2, 2009
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Shucking oysters at Fore St.

Shucking oysters at Fore St.

Read America's Foodiest Small Town 2009--Portland, Maine

Deputy Editor. Andrew has worked at Bon Appétit since, like, forever (2000 to be exact). He oversees the magazine's restaurant coverage, including the annual Hot 10 list, and writes the rather opinionated Foodist column that has run in the magazine since 2008. He lives in Brooklyn with his wife and ... Read More
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