48 Hours in Boothbay, Damariscotta & Wiscasset

48 Hours in Boothbay, Damariscotta & Wiscasset

Maine Magazine’s 48 Hours in Boothbay, Damariscotta & Wiscasset is out! The article offers some great suggestions for a quick visit to the region, including Robinson’s Wharf, The Boothbay Craft Brewery, Two Salty Dogs, the Village Store, Southport...
Lobster Year Round!

Lobster Year Round!

There numerous restaurants in Boothbay that serve lobster, but there are also several places in town where you can buy lobster year-round to eat at home.  Pinkham’s is my usual go-to place. Last time I picked up lobster here it was $6.75/pound. Afraid of...
New Favorite Boothbay Harbor Shops

New Favorite Boothbay Harbor Shops

I have a couple of new favorite shops in the harbor!  TidePools (10 Commercial St.) is fairly new in the harbor and the concept is new as well. It’s a shared retail space, with a little bit of everything. It’s a great place for souvenir and local...
A Trader Joe’s French Wine Tasting

A Trader Joe’s French Wine Tasting

As many of you know, I keep a blog called Paris Weekender on Paris and European travel that also links to my Paris vacation rental.  I just added a post on my favorite French wines from Trader Joe’s that may be helpful for those of you traveling to and...
Congrats to Two Salty Dogs!

Congrats to Two Salty Dogs!

Our friends and neighbors at Two Salty Dogs have won the title of best pet store in Maine once again! It’s a great little shop for picking up a Maine souvenir for your favorite furry friend. But don’t take my word for it. Ask my friends and frequent Two...