May 11, 2023 | Entertainement, Featured, Food, Francis Favorites, Fun, our neighborhood, portland penninsula
Summer in Portland, Maine is a magical time of year. The city comes alive with a variety of events and activities that cater to all interests. Whether you’re into live music, delicious food and wine, or sailing on the open sea, there’s something for everyone in...
Jul 26, 2022 | Featured, Fun, our neighborhood, portland penninsula
We’ve put together a list of our top 50 favorite places to go to enjoy the outdoors in and around Portland. Plus, more than half of these places and activities are within a 20-minute drive of The Francis! Head to the beach .01 // WILLARD BEACH (10 MINUTE DRIVE FROM...
Jul 9, 2020 | Featured, Food, our neighborhood
Visiting Portland to celebrate a special occasion and want to go out for a nice meal? Here are our top picks for a date night dinner during your stay. 01. // FORE STREET Located a block from the waterfront in Old Port, Fore Street is well known as one of the original...
Jul 8, 2020 | Featured, Food, our neighborhood
There is no shortage of places to grab a lobster roll in Portland – but these are our top picks! 01. // PICNIC STYLE AT BITE INTO MAINE The two most popular rolls at Bite into Maine are their classics – the Connecticut Style (just warm butter on top) and...