Touring with the Locals
Touring with the Locals Weekends with Yankee
Richard Wiese goes to Provincetown, MA, to meet with maritime treasure hunter who made a surprising discovery on a pirate ship. Up in Portland, ME, tour the iconic B&M Factory, where they make canned brown bread—a uniquely New England treat. Then in Providence, RI, see some local eats and learn why this tiny state has so many unique dishes that you can’t find anywhere else.
About the Program
Weekends with Yankee
Richard Wiese explores the sights, sounds and tastes of all six New England states — from foraging for edible invasive plants in Connecticut to whitewater rafting on Maine's wild Kennebec River. Senior food editor Amy Traverso shares the recipes, local flavors and sense of community that make up the fabric of the region’s food and dining scene.
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