Outside of Mainers, few people had ever heard of Kennebunkport, until George Herbert Walker Bush was elected president and all eyes turned to the Bushes’ summer retreat at Walker Point. There it is, way, way behind me. This was as close as I was allowed.
Maine is one of my favorite getaway places. Easily accessible from anywhere in New England, it offers everything – even a desert! Kennebunkport is one of the wealthiest communities in the state of Maine, so it’s a tourist destination for me, not a retirement option. And if you’ve ever been to Maine in the hot, hot summer, you will know that the ocean water stays pretty cold. The average water temperature in Portland in August is 62 degrees – now that’s refreshing!
Where to eat? My suggestions: The Maine Diner in nearby Wells, Hurricane at Dock Square in K’port.
And how about some lobstah chowdah? Here’s is Hurricane’s recipe – so good it’s criminal!
How funny we both did recipes today! I love lobster chowdah, but my favorite chowdah, hands down, is Rhode Island Clam Chowder. Love the broth-based chowdah.
Me too, Sharon! I’m not alone. My husband prefers Manhattan (traitor) but RI chowder is the way to go! xxx
I’ve seen Lobster Ice Cream, but never tried it, JoAnne! I guess I should give it a go… 🙂
Enjoyed reading the chowda recipe. Ever tried Lobsta Ice Cream? I had it at the big candy store/ice cream parlor in Bar Harbor. Now if I could figure out how to transport it home. Yum.