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Cooler than a rock star.

Tuesday, October 4th, 2011

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Shepherd's Pie, Rockport, Maine - Fancy Cocktails

It was a busy day exploring Port Clyde and Owls Head with visitors from Seattle, so we stopped into Shepherd’s Pie for drinks, which turned into an early dinner.

Shepherd's Pie, Rockport, Maine - Prep

Shepherd’s Pie is Brian Hill’s new baby. You may know him from Francine’s in Camden.

Shepherd's Pie, Rockport, Maine - Open Kitchen

From their website — “Brian grew up on a farm in Warren, Maine. Briefly dabbled in music before starting his kitchen career working at such restaurants as Olives, Figs, Bayona in New Orleans, Aquitane, and the Linwood Grill.”

Shepherd's Pie, Rockport, Maine - Scallops

We ordered appetizers, which expanded into a delicious dinner that we enjoyed Tapas style.

Shepherd's Pie, Rockport, Maine - Onion Rings

The onion rings have become a must have for every visit.

Shepard's Pie, Rockport, Maine - Interior

Shepard's Pie, Rockport, Maine - Interior

Shepherd's Pie, Rockport, Maine - Open Kitchen

Brian started in the music business so he might like to know that these kids think chefs are cooler than rock stars.

Dinner at Shepard's Pie, Rockport, Maine

Dinner at Shepard's Pie, Rockport, Maine

We’re so lucky that Brian moved back to Maine  – where he believes the food “just tastes better.”

Shepherd's Pie perched over Rockport Harbor.

Shepherd’s Pie, 10 Central Street, Rockport, ME 04856, 207-236-8500, here’s their website.

Here’s a nice write-up in Maine Magazine.

And Casey Barber of  the Good. Food. Stories. blog recently visited.

 

Secret’s out.

Tuesday, August 23rd, 2011

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Waterman Beach Lobster Shack, lobster roll.

This previous post was a bit of a tease.

Waterman Beach Lobster Shack, dock.

But you really should know about this spot.

Waterman beach lobster shack.

And because you read this blog, here’s your reward.

Waterman Beach Lobster Shack, sign.

Waterman’s Beach Lobster Shack is what we were trying to keep to ourselves. And their secret to a great lobster roll, is not only luscious lobster, but the roll itself.

Waterman Beach Lobster Shack, pies!

But here’s the deal, just don’t eat all the pies. OK?

Waterman Beach Lobster Shack, lobster roll.

See you in line. Don’t forget they’re BYOB.

Waterman’s Beach Lobster Shack
343 Waterman’s Beach Road, South Thomaston, Maine
Website: watermansbeachlobster.com
Email: wblobsta@midcoast.com
207-596-7819 * 207-594-7518

Secret lobster shack.

Sunday, July 17th, 2011

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Waterman Beach Dock.

The dock where the lobster arrives.

Waterman Beach Lobster, Maine.

Lovely lobster wrangler.

Waterman Beach Lobster Shack menu, Maine.

The hard decisions.

Waterman Lobster Shack tables.

The view from the tables. (Early in the season.)

Waterman Beach Lobster Shack -- byob.

Souvenirs from BYOB.

Port Clyde Root Beer, Waterman Beach, Maine.

Local brew.

Exploring Waterman Beach, Maine.

Kid on WWaterman Beach, Maine.

Some customers arrive by water.

Clams, Waterman Beach Lobster Shack, Maine.

Appetizers.

Beach toys, Waterman Beach, Maine.

Free entertainment.

Climbing on rocks at Waterman Beach, Maine.

The lobster rolls were fantastic. They disappeared before a photo could be snapped. Will just have to to back! Bet you can guess where it is.

Lunch at Cleonice.

Tuesday, March 22nd, 2011

Cleonice, Ellsworth.

Cleonice, Ellsworth.

Salad, Cleonice, Ellsworth.

Salad, Cleonice, Ellsworth.

Cleonice, 112 Main Street, Ellsworth, Maine, 207-664-7554

Hot Diggity.

Tuesday, August 31st, 2010

Wasses Hot Dogs, Rockland, Maine.

What started as way for Keith Wasse to pay for college in 1972, has turned into a classic Maine tradition.

Wasses Hot Dogs, Rockland, Maine.

His midcoast hot dog stands offer a simple menu and simple prices.

Wasses Hot Dogs, Rockland, Maine.

He gave up on college, but has earned a Phd in Classic Hot Dog. (Which just might be much more valuable than many other high priced degrees!)

Wasses Hot Dogs, Rockland, Maine.

So get in line for one of life’s best simple pleasures, hot off the griddle in Rockland, Maine (or in Belfast in Reny’s parking lot.)

Wasses Hot Dogs, Rockland, Maine.

Wasses Hot Dogs, 2 North Main Street, Rockland, ME 04841, and in the Reny’s parking lot in Belfast at the intersection of Routes 1 & 3.

Here’s their facebook page.