AS SEEN IN THE OCTOBER 2010

BEST FAMOUS ROAD TRIP WITH EXCITING FAMOUS EXCITING DESTINATIONS DESTINATIONS & DELICIOUS DINING

The Magic of

MAINE
THE FARMERS FARE: Terri, Peter, Maralyn
Capt Ken & Ellen Barnes, Innkeeper Patricia (center)

BERRY MANOR INN-MEET THE PIE MOMS

WRITTEN BY GAIL GERSON-WITTE & CAROLYN DELAFRANGE EDITED BY EMANUELA ANGELO

JIM GAMAGE JR.S ALL ABOARD TROLLEY & LIMO

BUY A TRAP AND GET LOBSTERS FROM CAPTAIN JACK

LIGHTHOUSE MUSEUM-OPEN YEAR ROUND

TRANSPORTATION MUSEUM- Collect-Preserve-Display & Demonstrate

LINDSEY HOUSE

THE GRANITE INN

LIME ROCK INN-REMINISCE ELEGANTLY

SAVAGE OAKS VINEYARD

SWEET GRASS FARMS WINERY & DISTILLERY

THE NEW PEARL SEAFOOD & RAW BAR RESTAURANT

PRIMO: A RESTAURATEURS DREAM

CELLARDOOR WINERY by Bettina D. Is Spectacular

SUE OF SKIN KLINIC

RHONDA OF RHEAL DAY SPA

CAFE MIRANDAS KERRY A. IS A GEM

SHIP TO SHORE LOBSTER COMPANY

RUSTICA CUCINA ITALIANA

DAVID C.S AMALFI ON THE WATER

PLACES GAIL, CAROLYN AND EMANUELA RECOMMEND TO STAY THE FOUR FAMOUS HISTORIC INNS OF ROCKLAND THE BERRY MANOR: 82 Talbot Ave., Rockland, ME, (800) 7745692, www.berrymanorinn.com. Owners: Cheryl & Michael. Recognized by the state of Maine as an Environmental Leader in Hospitality Ecofriendly. See their cookbook and visit their guest pantry. Built in1899 for the wife of George Charles Berry. The family had the largest livery stable in ME. The house has 55 windows, 12 guests rooms, 8 in the Main House and 4 in the Carriage House B and B: 4 Star Diamond rating by AAA. THE LINDSEY HOUSE, 5 Lindsey Street www.lindseyhouse.com Owners: (Capt.) Ken and Ellen Barnes. A lovely old English Inn, built in 1835 as a home for Capt. Lindsey (French & Indian War). In 1937 the home was turned into an Inn & Tavern. Rockland was known as Shore Village. 1924 the house was purchased by the Water Company as an office facility. It was used hard until the charming Ken & Ellen purchased the home in 1995. The house retains its original charm. Lindsey House boasts lots of history. President Taft stayed there as well as many other famous guests. Son Noah Barnes is the Captain of the famous Schooner STEPHEN TABOR. Included Distinctive Destinations National Trust of Historic Preservation. Cookbook by Ellen Barnes: A TASTE OF TABOR. LIME ROCK INN, 96 Limerock Street, Rockland, (800) LIMEROC (546-3742), www.LimeRockInn.com. Owners: Frank Isganitis and PJ Walter present a classic 1892 Queen Anne structure. Rated 2010 Most Affordable Luxury 5 star experience. Concierge service included. Specialty is 3 course plated Breakfast alternating between savory and sweet. No multi-night minimums. Wedding receptions. Journals in every room for guests to write about their stay. THE GRANITE INN, 546 Main Street, Rockland, ME 04841-Reservations: 800-386-9036, Fax: 207-594-9036 Email: ogi@midcoast.com Website: www.OldGraniteInn.com. Our stay at this charming bed and breakfast overlooking Maines 2nd largest harbor WAS THE BEST. This 1840 federal colonial home was built with gray granite quarried nearby. Hosts Ed & Joan Hantz really take the time to please & make the best breakfasts on the planet. Amenities include high-speed internet flat screen tv & guest pantries with refrigerators, hot/cold bottled water dispensers . Our comfy, roomy 2-room suite could sleep 4. All rooms have private baths. This original granite building is opposite ferry terminal & Knight Marina. The Inn is green-certified and pet friendly. PLACES WE RECOMMEND TO SEE HISTORICINNSOFROCKLAND.COM: We were so happy to be picked up at the airport by the charming owner & driver Jim Gamage, ALL ABOARD TROLLEY AND TAXI COMPANY. The 37" Limo is able to transport 24 people in comfort, complete with a fireplace, stereo system, full bar & move around room. 21 Limerock St Rockland, ME 04841, web: www.meetthefleet.com THE PEARL ON THE PIER: 275 Main Street, Rockland ME, (207) 594-9889, www.thepearlrockland.com. Opened May 28, 2010. This family affair serves wonderful crab cakes, lobsters, succulent pastas and Shrimp Scampi. Located on the water, when folks arrive the show begins. Owner Jim Fanning presents a Cioppino that truly represents this fishermans house. I loved it.

PIES ON PARADE: Annual event next January 23, 2011, 90% of proceeds go to the Food Pantry. Eat to your hearts content, All sorts of pies. $25pp. Book at the Inns of Rockland MAINE LIGHTHOUSE MUSEUM: 1 Park Drive, Rockland, ME, (207) 594-3301, www.mainelighthousemuseum.org. This amazing place holds the largest collection of lighthouse artifacts and mementoes. Your visit will include learning facts like: Light-Ships were anchored where there was no way a lighthouse could be placed. Brass metal doesnt corrode. A great place for and event which can include a sleep over as one can make arrangements to Spend A Night at a Lighthouse overlooking Rockland Harbor. OWLS HEAD TRANSPORTATION MUSEUM: P.O. Box 2777, Rt. 73, Owls Head, ME 04854, (207) 594-4418, www.owlshead.org. This landmark houses a collection of antique aircraft, automobiles, motorcycles, carriages, bicycles and engines. Everything at his museum works & is driveable. What a perfect place for a celebration! SHIP TO SHORE LOBSTER COMPANY: 7 Wharf St., Owls Head, ME 04854, www.shiptoshorelobster.com. Rodney and Anna Masons lobster & crabs come from the Penobscot Bay, known for fabulou flavors & all caught by fishermen the same day. I was thrilled with the information and also that for the price of $6 a lb. (retail) for any size lobster one can Ship UPS overnight & your lobster will arrive by 10am. Call 207-594-4606, ask for Anna ALL ABOARD TROLLEY & LIMOUSINE CO.: 21 Limerock St., Rockland, ME 04841, (207) 594-9300, www.meetthefleet.com, Like no other. Interesting Facts: The trolleys are modern up to date, comfortable & even have a fireplace along with modern audio visual aids. I learned that Limestone is quarried in Rockland. Incorporated in 1854 as the Limestone capital of the world. Shipped the first lobster to California by air in 1934. Lobster business is very family oriented. The Buoys are colored to differentiate each lobster fisherman. 800,000 tons of granite to build the Breakwater Lighthouse built in 1890. CELLARDOOR WINERY: 367 Youngtown Rd., Lincolnville, ME 04849, (207) 763-4478, www.mainwine.com. Owner Bettina Doulton. Features local chefs, offer cooking and winemaking classes. Complimentary wine tasting every day around the circular bar. Cellar Door Winerys motto is A Safe and Welcoming Place. Winemaker Aaron Peet adds to the charm of this villa and vineyard. SAVAGE OAKS VINEYARD & WINERY: 174 Barrett Hill Rd., Union, ME 04862, (207) 785-2828. Winemaker Elmer and Holly Savage. Family owned farm and vineyard since 1790. Hollys maiden name is Oakes hence the name. 10 varieties French, NY and Maine hybrids Grapes harvested by hand. While at the farm make certain to see the herd of Belgian Oreo Cows. SWEETGRASS FARMS WINERY & DISTILLERY: 347 Carroll Rd., Union, ME 04862, (207) 785-3024. Winemaker Keith Bodine wife Constance. Primary bragging wine is Cranberry Wine and Brandy. Amazing Smash in Peach, Cranberry and Blueberry. Voted Maines best Gin in 2009. COLD RIVER VODKA: www.coldrivervodka.com 100% Maine Potato Vodka. Made in small batches, gluten-free, creates a naturally smoother finish. Blueberry Vodka is made with wild Maine blueberries. International awards and accolades.

RHEAL DAY SPA: 453 Main St., Rockland, ME, (207) 594-5077, www.rhealdayspa.com. Owner Rhonda Norstrom. Healthy is Beautiful Skin Care Clinical Line Spa treatments: Massage, Facials, Manicures, Pedicures, Reflexology. The entire spa is green using all recycled materials. Cork and rubber floors. recycled paper tabletops and recycled glass tiles. SKIN KLINIC AND DAY SPA: 20 Summer St., Rockland, ME (207) 594-7003, www.skinklinicdayspa.com. Owner, Sue Kelly R.N. The spa carries Organic product lines, (nothing in the soil). Sue believes in giving back to the community. Free treatments for cancer patients to help through the disease. Using fresh fruits and vegetables, there is an array of beneficial treatments. The Blueberry Detox is a favorite. Skin Klinic Day Spa offers ESTROGEN ESCAPE WEEKEND (see website for info). In the early 1800s the house served as a stagecoach house and underground railroad. Taft stayed at the house when he was a Senator. FARNSWORTH ART CENTER: Andrew Wyeth and Lucy Farnsworth Homestead, 19th century Greek Revival architecture features more than 10.00 paintings, sculptures, watercolors and fine art objects throughout 12 galleries. CAPTAIN JACK LOBSTER BOAT TOURS: 130 Thomaston St., Rockland, ME. (207) 542-6852 www.captainjacklobster tours.com. Captain Steve Hale takes you out on the 30 lobster boat to See um caught. Experience the life of a local lobsterman & rent a trap for the season. He sends the lobsters home to you & you monitor your trap on the computer. Lunch Cruises, Mackerel fishing. CAFE MIRANDA, 15 Oak St, (207) 596-0770, miranda@midcoast.com. Chef-Owner Kerry Altiero says, We do not serve the food of cowards. This green certified spot with multi-ethnic choices is like a party in your mouth with unique tastes & recipes, brick oven foccaccia, soul food with style with local produce. FARMERS FARE, P.O.BOX 480, (Rt. 90) Rockport, Me,04856, www.farmersfaremaine.com. Teri Thompson-Christie & Peter Christie focus on healthy but unique fare.Very community oriented, she gives back in many ways. Small producers show their goods here. The pure water, luscious meats, wondrous gelatto, duck & goose eggs & kids programs are exceptional. PRIMO RESTAURANT, 2 S.Main St. Rockland, ME, (207) 5960770, www.primorestaurant.com. Chef-owner Melissa Kelly raises the pigs, chickens, herbs, vegetables and doesnt waste a thing. Their philosophy is to support, grow, raise & nourish. Bakery Chef Price Kushners creations are award-winning. AMALFI ON THE WATER, 12 Water St., Suite 106, Rockland ME 04841, (207) 596-0012, www.amalfionthewater.com. Chefowner David Cooke and co-owner General Mgr., Nancy Woods waterside dining jewel say, A view to remember & food not to forget, & the rest is history. Try the Oysters, Crab Cakes. Chicken Speidini, Haddock Citron & Lobster Risotto & dazzling desserts. RUSTICA CUCINA ITALIANA, 315 Main St.,Rockland ME, (207) 594-0015. Chef-owner John Stowes creations are not to be missed. His knowledge of food & wine is obvious in the daily menus & presentations. Great parties Italian food with a scintillating twist. Chosen Best of the Best in the community.