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The Great Steak Comeback!
What do we mean by The Great Steak Comeback? Two things in particular. First, The Great Steak Comeback refers to a recent trend to bring back steak as a featured item on restaurant menus and/or the theme for the restaurant itself. For years, steak enjoyed a prominent position in menu placement and popularity. National steak house chains flourished, capitalizing on the strong tradition of American-raised beef available at an affordable price. They marketed themselves as eateries where families could eat out and enjoy the luxury of a good steak dinner. They offered cuts for all budgets. Chains like Long Horn and Outback steakhouses could be found in many cities and towns. But times changed as did American diets and eating habits.

A keen awareness of healthy eating emerged and suddenly cholesterol numbers and low fat diets were the talk of the culinary world. Many restaurants began featuring low fat, heart healthy items. Chicken, fish, and pork creations emerged as staples on menus. While these items are still popular, the dining public switched gears and re-embraced their love for steak.

The second part of The Great Steak Comeback is not just about your average steak! The dining public has fallen for the highest quality steaks they can find. Upscale steakhouse chain restaurants like Ruth’s Chris, Morton’s and The Capital Grille have become popular serving the finest steaks. These steaks are cut from livestock whose diets are carefully controlled, often “all-natural” - meaning no growth hormones or additives and are well marbled, often aged either “dry” or “wet” to produce an incredible tenderness and rich flavor. Here at the inn we have chosen Maine’s own Wolfe’s Neck Farm to be our steak provider. They produce the only all natural, organic beef in the Northeast that is USDA graded Prime. The farm has been marketing organic and natural beef longer than any farm in America. For a real treat, try our aged, 14 oz. USDA Prime NY Sirloin- it’s a steak you’ll remember! “We Know Maine Food!”