Beautiful shop with thoughtfully curated selection of wines, cheeses, and other epicurean…read moreessentials. Warm and knowledgeable staff to help guide your choices. Always stop by when making trips from the wilds into Bangor.

My wife picked up a $75 basket that was so small and lifeless I could not believe it. It's called…read morepresentation guys come on! For $75 I expect a BIG basket with tons of stuff. and their gift basket options started at $25! Gee, I bet the $25 one you could put in your pocket! What she was given was a joke. It's a good thing I wasn't the one picking up, I would have never accepted it. and no gift wrap or package option was given at pick-up. GIMMIE A BREAK! Learn presentation and value or close your doors! Santa would NOT approve.

What an amazing concept! I loved being able to stop in when they opened and leave with a…read morecharcuterie within 15 mins! They even let me sample a few cheeses before making my decision on which ones I'd add to the board. They confirm you have no allergies before they add treats to the board which was nice. I told them I didn't want anything spicy and they made sure of that. I'd highly recommend checking them out if looking to bring a cute board to a party, BBQ, get together or you just want to eat some deliciousness. We got the smaller board and it was actually huge! It worked out great for the 6 of us! I'd go back if I lived anywhere near there!

I have ordered many boards from DTC and have never once been let down. They always have a variety…read moreof different items to choose from, and are always fresh and really well put together. and they never slack on the cheese.

Went in to pick up a few bottles of wine for a wine tasting/charcuterie birthday party. This place…read morewas a very cute little shop with unique goodies/gifts/baking stuff and wines. I wanted a bit of a different selection than I could find in a normal super market and this place did not disappoint. After attempting to make a decision on my own the lady working there gave me a few great suggestions. Will definitely be back for any gift giving occasions that call for a nice bottle of wine!

What's not to like? You like coffee? They've got it, best…read morearound. You like beer? They've got it, best around. You like wine? They've got it, best around. You like baked goods? Gotcha covered, best around. You like hippie nonsense? Way ahead of you, best around. You like snack foods, clothing or bumper stickers? Buckle up, Buttercup, then drive over to Ampersand because they've got it all, best around. 100/10 Absolutely recommend.

We were driving on Route 1 and saw a sign for cheese, so needless to say, we followed it. It ended…read moreup being a 10-minute drive, and the detour was more than worth it! East Forty Farm and Dairy sells fresh meats and cheeses, the latter under Lakin's Gorges Cheese. We had the privilege of meeting Allison, the cheese maker and owner, and she was incredible. Not only did she tell us all about the cheese and the process, but she also introduced us to her baby cows! It was a lovely experience, and we cannot wait to return for more cheese and try their pork. The cheese itself was delicious. We already ate the Rockweed and it was one of the best cheeses we've had! The middle was briny since Allison adds seaweed to it -- it doesn't get more "Maine" than that. The farm has a self-serve fridge that's cash only but if you ring, Allison will come out and you can pay by card. Lovely spot, lovely people, delicious cheese.

Did the order ahead and pick up a cheese plate for 2-3 and it was divine. Had 4 types of cheeses…read morewith assorted accoutrements including buttermilk crackers which I would buy in boxes if I could. Absolutely make the drive out the peninsula or find where this cheese is stocked locally for you. Our favorite was the opus 42 and their casdilla blue.

"Eat More Cheese"... you don't have to tell me twice. Or even once, because I eat gross amounts of…read morecheese already *insert photo of Charlie Day/me face-planting into a cheese plate*. I've been in this lovely shop a few times. Once, because my dad was craving their "Prairie Breeze" (kinda like sharp cheddar had a baby with parmesan), and another time to stock up on goodies to have a picnic on the harbor with my best friend. Both visits were dreamy. The shop is a little small but full of wine, cheese, fancy chocolates, housemade snacks, candies, chips, dips, charcuterie, and more - all of my favorite things, basically (sans lobster and steamers). I also love the artwork on the wall, including cheesy (literally) photos from a local photographer and previous owner. The employees are so sweet too! Things we've thoroughly enjoyed here: Prairie Breeze, Bûcheron (like chevre + brie), extra sharp aged cheddar, genoa salami with fennel, french baguette from a Belfast bakery, raspberry-rhubarb caramel, and Prosecco. Hell. Yes.

Gorgeous custom charcuterie spreads!! Meticulously curated & so so yummy! A mixture of quality…read morecheese, meats, fresh fruits, honey, and candied fruit. I definitely recommend!

I'm updating my review because I have now been to the Morse's Mothership, and holy WOW. Aside from…read moretheir OG sauerkraut and pickles, this is not just a specialty deli and grocery but a veritable nirvana of European food products (mostly but not solely Northern). Condiments! Candy! Teas and coffees! Pastas and grains! Sauces and soups! Tubes of tasty stuff you can't pronounce! Jams and jellies! And so much more. Have a hankering for some German mustard strong enough to curl your nostrils? It's here. A fan of allllll the Scandinavian candies? They got you. Nostalgic for weird British shit like Marmite and Salad Cream and Brown Sauce (or how about curling up with some nice biscuits and a good strong cuppa)? Wanna try some pickled herring or real German sausages? Yeah baby, you're gonna be happy here. And that's before you even get to the deli--oh wait, there's a wine selection over in that corner, and here are some nice cutting boards and omg do I need a raclette grill? Oooh, nice olive oils too. Anyhow on to the deli . . . where not only is there the sauerkraut that made Morse's famous but an even bigger pickle selection than you can find elsewhere. I got some half-sours, which are bright and crisp and just feel like summer. Don't leave without idling around the deli counter to pick out some meats and cheeses (which you can sample): I got wonderful pastrami and a couple of different cheeses----the selection of Alpines in particular is top-notch. Super friendly staff who will absolutely help you find that one weird product you remember from a Eurail trip in the 80s, and also help you box up the tons of stuff you buy. (There's a reason they only have larger baskets up front, lol.) I also want to add that while I spent more than I'd planned (no complaints, only my lack of restraint), the prices here overall are really good, especially for specialty items like this! Will absolutely make the trip from Portland again (nice guy on staff told me Christmas is especially good). I'll be there!

Excellent sauerkraut yes, but so much more. The foodstuff they carry is a European…read moredream--everything from marzipan to nuts, and so much more. They have refrigerated food as well and it is worth spending an afternoon exploring. The cheeses and meats that they offer are exquisite and plentiful--anything from mortadella to aged cheddar, as well as pickles and, you guessed it, sauerkrauts of different kinds. You can spend several minutes sampling everything they offer. They are knowledgable and kind--and that's what I like about them.

Excellent wine and cheese selection. Ladies working store were friendly, polite and knowledgeable…read more Store is compact, clean, stocks and cheese case has a lovely selection. Getting cheese sliced to order by weight at a real counter ensures that you will be getting the real thing, that you like because you have the option to taste it, it ensures the cheese counter will take you through a tasting journey until you find something ideal, and hopefully a little bit of quips and information about each cheese along the way. I can't think of anywhere else I would rather shop for cheese, often precut preweighed and suffocating and it's little plastic jackets. Bottom line it is morally superior to buying cheese from a bin. So let start of this little story by stating the facts 1.) I know cheese. 2.) I love cheese. One of the cheeses I bought from here was spoilt suffering from a particularly bad case of rind rot that was not visually apparent-- only to the tounge. It was what I like to call a tongue piercer but not in a good way. I was wondering why my guests winced after taking a taste, looking puzzled and they politely tried to swallow and get the taste out of their mouths, eyes darting about. "You don't like cheddar with chives? Ohh! it's one of my favorite." *takes a bite* Hooo wee. Boy was it overly funked. Mouth stinging over ammoniatedly funky and not for the faint of heart. Okay so throw it in the chuck it bucket, chalk it up to whatever. But then we went to unwrap the pate well that piece was really past its prime, born just before Zsa Zsa Gabor all glint, grey, covered in a white penicillin like and... GULP green mold. As much as I wanted to cut off the oddly colored growths, to not let it go to waste, I didn't have the heart. 10 years ago? I would not have bat an eye. I would have cut off the nasty and gone to town or at least shared it with my pet cat. God I'm getting old and boring. Hence this Yelp review. Anyway back to the story! The guests were here. Thankfully I had some odds and ends in the cheese drawer to drag out and dust off. And I kid you not I produced a. processed summer salami to swoop in & stand in as a body double for the pate and pair with the pickles and mustard. Crisis averted! Other two cheeses were however perfect, D'affinois in peak ripeness and thrilled they stock moliterno al tartufo. So nice to get these cheeses up here! The d'affinois was smooth like a Donna summer record and the moliterno tasted as if I were there in Sardinia licking lapping at the ocean waves. Batting two out of two makes me wonder what else is lurking in the case, or did I just get unlucky? I'll give them a call and I'll return for sure. Again I stress EXCELLENT selection wonderful employees. But until they work out product dating and storage, I suggest you might ask to sample the cheeses before purchasing (just in case!) and committing-- even one you've had before. Cheeses vary through out the year and the seller importer and purveyor depending on how and how long they're stored/transported. Now here's the best part. I called them and they immediately offered a refund taking my word for this even after I offered to bring in the product to show. Woman on the phone was super sweet. Can't wait to go back and patronize this business again. Happy cheese eating!

This is the place to definitely stop for all your cheese needs. The selection isn't absolutely huge…read morebut it is a good variety. The staff is charming and incredibly knowledgeable. Highly recommend stopping by. Ask them about the lady who sells homemade marmalade down the road. Her marmalade and jams were absolutely delicious and pair perfectly with some of their cheese.

Excellent source of Maine-made best-made cheese! There's a purpose-built cheese cave where cheeses…read moreare aged to perfection. We found delicious samples at Belfast's United Farmers Market recently. With local organic milk from Jersey cows, their own organic starter, Canadian eco-certified rennet and sea salt.

A variety of different local Maine wines, seltzers, and canned cocktails. They also have cheese and…read morecrackers to go with your choice of drinks. They are open from 2-7PM. Swing by if you have a chance to buy some bottles. It's a little corner garage but they have a good selection of wines.

Really cool, and fun location and the cashier was super friendly. Have some excellent varieties of…read morecheese, including a smoked cheddar, Manchego, drunken goat, and smoked blue. Excellent prices and the cheese was portioned same day of purchase. Loads of options in the perfect location. Love the smoked blue...it's a must buy and the drunken goat was equally fantastic! Thank you for such high quality offerings.

So glad I stumble onto this place. Great to see a huge array of organic/ natural foods offerings…read more As we all lead busy lives , it great to find a place of natural and wholesome goodness without all the additives and reprocessed products. It is a bit more expensive but we all know it cost a little more to put wholesome foods into our bodies. In the end it is better for us. I love the different types of flour one can get. Next time I wanted to get wholesome/ organic flour to make artisan bread I will definitely get enough to bake rather than buying a 5 lbs bag in the supermarket that goes to waste because of expiration dates. In the end less waste and throw aways and I'm all about that. My hubby wanted to get Dr Bronner's soap so I searched and found this place. And yes they do carry it. A great find place to stumble upon!

Expensive and some employees not so friendly and helpful. I would not buy household products there…read more Twice the price of target.