It’s that time of year again, when we gather all of our friends and great customers for a fabulous New England style Lobster Clambake! This one of my favorite events as it reminds me of my childhood days growing up in the east – we used to do these all the time right on the beach.
All of the profits are donated to the 2009 Coastside Fourth of July fireworks fund, supporting the only fireworks that occur here on the Coastside. The Lobster Clambake begins outside on Thursday May 28th at 6:30 with wine tasting, passed appetizers, a raw bar, etc., and is just a really fun party. Our huge wooden clambake steamer box is loaded up with Maine lobsters, fresh corn-on-the-cob, clams, red potatoes, and great Andouille sausage, and layered with special fresh lobster seaweed that we fly in from Maine. It’s covered with a burlap tarp and steams away while we enjoy the ocean, apps, wine and company. It’s great later when it’s uncovered because all of the flavors meld together, and you get that smokey, salty seaside aroma – it’s fantastic.
The clambake is dumped out into bowls and served family style. It’s a feast – it starts with our New England Clam chowder and also includes coleslaw, dessert, etc – it’s a ton of food. Then we have the live Charity Auction, which includes items donated from hotels, restaurants, wineries and businesses from all over the region – some great stuff to be had. We hope to see you there! (You can find details on our website.)
