S2 E27 Can We Call It Sunbury's?
Bob Cutler interviews his wife, Annie, about Sunburys, her new specialty shop in Bangor, Maine, set to replace Bangor Wine and Cheese. Sunbury's will offer carefully curated wines, barware, kitchen essentials, and gourmet foods, filling a long-missing niche in the community. Annie envisions Sunburys as an inviting, everyday space with top-tier products at various price points, plus a fourth-floor tasting room for events. Bob praises her dedication and the partnerships she's building, calling Sunburys a perfect addition to Bangor's local business scene.
The Evolution of Sunburys: How the new shop transforms Bangor Wine and Cheese into a broader specialty space for wine, kitchenware, and gourmet food.
The Importance of High-Quality Tools: Sunburys will offer professional-grade barware and cookware, ensuring customers buy durable, well-designed products.
Community & Local Partnerships: Annie's focus on collaborating with Maine vendors, restaurants, and businesses to elevate Bangor's food and beverage scene.
(02:25) – The Vision for Sunburys: Annie's lifelong dream of creating a specialty store with high-quality wine, food, and kitchenware comes to life in downtown Bangor.
(06:43) – Store Layout & Offerings: A curated wine selection, professional barware, specialty foods, and a strong emphasis on quality products for home cooks and professionals.
(12:20) – The Name 'Sunburys' & Bangor's Drunken History: A local tale of how Bangor was almost named Sunbury, but a drunk reverend accidentally renamed it.
(18:45) – Fourth-Floor Tasting Room & Events: Plans for wine tastings, cocktail classes, and cooking workshops, making Sunburys more than just a retail space.
(24:30) – A Proud Husband's Perspective: Bob applauds Annie for taking the leap, calling Sunburys a missing piece in Bangor's retail scene that will serve the community well.
