Coffee By Design Will Join Harvest on the Harbor
The Portland-based roaster will serve attendees at two signature events during the upcoming Maine festival.
Updated on Oct. 14, 2026 in Food and Drink
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Coffee By Design will participate in the Harvest on the Harbor festival starting this Thursday in Maine. The local roaster is set to feature its products at both the Maine Lobster Chef of the Year competition and the Maine Oysterfest.
Why it matters
The festival highlights the importance of the Maine working waterfront and its culinary professionals. By showcasing local farms, spirits, and seafood, the event strengthens the connection between regional producers and the public.
Coffee By Design will provide beverage service during the Maine Lobster Chef of the Year competition and the Maine Oysterfest. These two featured events serve as central components of the larger Harvest on the Harbor festival lineup.
The players
Coffee By Design
This Maine-based coffee company is a well-known roaster and retailer that operates several cafes across the state.
Harvest on the Harbor
This is an annual culinary festival in Maine that celebrates the regional working waterfront, local chefs, and spirits.
The details
Harvest on the Harbor brings together local chefs and producers to celebrate the state's seafood industry. Coffee By Design joins this year's programming to support the featured Maine working waterfront professionals.
Timeline
Festival festivities begin on Thursday.
The Maine Lobster Chef of the Year competition takes place on Friday.
The Maine Oysterfest takes place on Saturday.
Industry Dynamics
The inclusion of local vendors in the Harvest on the Harbor festival reflects a long-standing commitment to state-based culinary promotion. This year's participation follows the established pattern of integrating local roasters into the festival's regional seafood programming.
Attendees at the Maine Lobster Chef of the Year competition and the Maine Oysterfest will have direct access to Coffee By Design products during the festival. Those planning to attend should check the specific event schedules for Friday and Saturday to coordinate their visits.
The takeaway
Supporting local roasters like Coffee By Design during regional festivals helps bolster the state's broader culinary ecosystem. Visitors to these events can enjoy high-quality local coffee while sampling Maine's signature seafood offerings.
Further reading
Discover more about the state's culinary scene in the Food and Drink section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by WGME2.
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