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Finding Inspiration in a Time of Grain Innovation – Research Chefs Association

Portland Sheraton at Sable Oaks 200 Sable Oaks Dr, South Portland, Maine

The New England and New York/Philly Metro Regions have joined forces to host an in-depth cultural and culinary event in Portland, Maine from April 28th through April 30th, 2023. Tristan Noyes, executive director of the Maine Grain Alliance will a session titled: Finding Inspiration in a Time of Grain Innovation - Beginning with the first Kneading Conference in 2007, the Maine Grain Alliance has provided opportunities to learn and share how best to grow and use grains to thousands of individuals across the world. The Maine Grain Alliance promotes beneficial uses of grain for good health, food independence, and purposeful jobs within viable communities. The organization connects people and supports the economic, environmental, and nutritional importance for establishing regional grain economies. In his talk, Tristan will share inspiring stories of today’s passionate grain community, their successes and challenges, and how they have helped shepherd in a new era of organic collaboration across industries. More about the Super Regional - The Portland Culinary Experience Portland, Maine represents a region rich in natural and man-made resources. Known for its world-class lobster, fresh seafood, craft breweries, craft coffee, potato donuts, and rising chefs, it’s an under-tapped epicenter of creativity and innovation. When traveling to Portland, many focus […]

2023 Kneading Conference

Skowhegan State Fairgrounds 33 Constitution Ave, Skowhegan, ME

"If you love bread, the hand-baked variety... you'll flip for the Kneading Conference." (CNN Travel) The Kneading Conference brings together grainiacs and bread buffs from all over the country.  Farmers, professional and home bakers, brewers, chefs, cooks, grain researchers, maltsters, food entrepreneurs, and wood-fired oven enthusiasts gather to educate one another about the art and science of growing and milling grains, baking artisan breads, and brewing delicious beer.  Whether you are a professional, or just yearning to know more about the craft, we think CNN got it right!

$375

Common Ground Country Fair

Common Ground Education Center 294 Crosby Brook Road, Unity, ME, United States

The Maine Grain Alliance will be in the Homestead section at the Common Ground Country Fair all weekend answering questions about heritage grain growing, seed restoration, and our community. Come say hello!

$20