About The Farm

As many of you know I was born and grew up in Eastport.  The 4th of July, or Independence Day, has special meaning for that town and this year marks a major milestone in history of the State of Maine.  Many of you may know that Eastport was captured by the British in July 11th…

122 CORSON…AN ON FARM DINING EXPERIENCE After a successful sourdough bread baking cooking class last Sunday, we’re all fired up and re-enthused about baking with our home-grown wheat.  The flavor is unsurpassed when the berries are milled minutes before dough preparation.  Our fall-planted heritage wheat is growing extremely well and it looks like we will…

An early walk between farms… had the sounds of spring filling the air. The warbler, perhaps a black throated green warbler, that I consider my bird, was fluting to its mate oblivious to competing songs. An unfamiliar sound stopped my stride as I scanned the surrounds at eye level. Listening and watching for a minute…

‘A Night in Munich’.  German food is perfect for winter weather.  There’s a  hardiness to Sauerbraten Short Ribs with German potatoes and Fresh Halibut Fricassees.   For those not familiar with beef short ribs, it is a cut of beef that consists of a short portion of rib bone with a generous portion of succulent beef….

Two weeks in Australia in January with Mary’s family, friends, and touring, helped to shorten the winter and gave us a much needed thaw after the extreme cold experienced during the first few weeks of that month.  The heat in Australia had abated the day we arrived which was appreciated.  They had record highs of…

Wedding Anniversary Night 50th Anniversary for Barbara & Michael Barrett 45th Anniversary for Bob & Mary Burr & Celebrate ‘Spring’ Night   Life needs it’s celebrations and how  better to celebrate life-time romances than to share a meal with close friends and family. It is also a time when we welcome Spring back into our…

That’s Amore! Although our Valentine’s Day evening of the 14th has filled, Valentine’s Day isn’t just to be celebrated on that one day.  We have extended that romantic evening to February 17th for those who want to celebrate with a loved one but can’t be out on a week night.  This special evening is our…

bonjour! What a way to start the New Year, sumptuous food, great company, excellent conversation, and fine French wines.  A Night in Provence hits all those high points, and if you are looking for a way to hit high gear right from the start, we hope you will join us at 122 Corson on Saturday…

It’s cold. It’s very cold… But we have the remedy.  We have just filled the wood box at the restaurant with some beautifully seasoned maple firewood.  We can assure you that on Saturday evening you will find a warmth that will reach your bones.  We still have a few tables available for Saturday night (the eve of New…

With Christmas and the New Year fast upon us… Chef Eddie, Bob and I (Mary), have been creating menu selections over morning cups of coffee.  The cozy feel of warmth from the fire, and the scent of pine given off from the massive timber frame dining room, make easy work selecting the food that will…