~2.6 million years ago The Pleistocene era, during which the American lobster is thought to have first emerged, gets under way. ~3,500 Years Ago Earliest known depiction of a lobster (spiny) is carved on a temple wall in Deir el-Bahari, Egypt. 4th century Ancient Rome’s De re coquinaria—today the oldest cookbook in the world—includes several lobster recipes, […]
seafood
History
Lobsters Tipping the Scales
40 inches Length of the largest lobster caught in Maine, a 27-pounder nicknamed “Rocky” said to have a crusher claw strong enough to break a man’s arm. Trapped in a shrimp net near Cushing in February 2012, he was donated to the Maine State Aquarium and set free. 41 inches Length of the largest lobster ever […]
His opponents vanquished, the champion drapes his newly won title belt over his broad shoulders and raises his arms, basking in the cheers of the small but enthusiastic crowd. At a little over 6 feet tall and hovering around 300 pounds, this powerfully built man, who turned 47 just a week earlier, could pass for […]
Fish & Seafood
How to Cook a Lobster the McLoons Way
To cook a lobster the McLoons way you’ll need about 5 pounds of whole lobsters which will yield a pound of picked lobster meat.
New England
The Great Lobster Roll Adventure
Where’s the best place to get a lobster roll in New England? How do we rank our favorite lobster rolls? Follow along on our Great Lobster Roll Adventure.
FEATURED SUMMER EVENTS VERMONT Stowflake Hot Air Balloon Festival | July 7–9 For more than 30 years, the flight of dozens of hot air balloons over Stoweflake Mountain Resort and Spa has been an annual tradition. Whether you take to the skies for a sunrise or sunset launch or stick to the ground and enjoy the […]
Rhode Island
Narragansett, Rhode Island | Could You Live Here?
In Narragansett, Rhode Island, a mile-long beach is the local playground. Learn more about this favorite Ocean State summer retreat, including our picks for what to do and where to eat.
New England
Summer Quests| Inside Yankee
The name of one of the bravest, most curious humans ever to live—or perhaps one of the most desperately hungry—is forever lost in time. Imagine being the first person to hold a lobster in your hand. Contemplate those crushing claws, that imposing hard ribbed shell. Those beady eyes, the twitching antennae. When, exactly, do you […]
Ranging from the mountains to the sea, these New England summer road trips inspired by “Weekends with Yankee” will help make your summer special.
New England
Celebrating “Weekends with Yankee” | Photos
A closer look at the recent Portsmouth, NH, celebration hosted by NHPTV and Yankee Magazine for the exciting new 13-episode documentary series “Weekends with Yankee.”
The only NH spot on our list of the Best Lobster Shacks in New England, Brown’s Lobster Pound in Seabrook delivers a classic lobster roll experience.
New England
The Best Hidden Beaches in New England | Best 5
Longing for some alone time with the ocean? These picks for the best New England hidden beaches are quieter alternatives to the region’s better-known spots.