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Last month the family and I had a chance to spend the day Portland, Maine. We walked around the town and hit up several spots that will certainly appeal to foodies looking for something unique to experience or purchase to take home.
Duck Fat
Arriving at bit after lunch time, I wanted to avoid the usual fried seafood joints off Portland’s main drag, and headed over to Duck Fat. I’d read about Duck Fat online and liked their angle. They use clarified duck fat in many of their amazing dishes from milkshakes to duck fat fried French fries.
While I was a little worried about the “Ewww, gross Mom!” factor, I figured panini sandwiches, the fries, and milk shakes would certainly please the kids. Nathan had a Panini Meatloaf…
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