Portsmouth, NH

So today I've been to three states. Not everyday that you can say that, right? We hopped in a cute Mini Cooper that we got from Zip Car and drove to Portsmouth, New Hampshire. It's only about fifty miles from Boston so we decided to go for the day since it's one of Brigid's favorite towns. And now I see why – a super quiche, small, brick town on the water.

As a West coaster, the idea of driving fifty miles and being in the same state is normal, especially in California. So when we got a suggestion to check out Union Lobster, a small place on an island between in New Hampshire and Maine, I was instantly intrigued.

You walk across a bridge and you're in a new state...say what?? 

Anyways, mouth gaping aside, we ordered two cups of amazing clam chowdaaaa and two large lobster rolls. Our fourth roll of the trip and easily the best. We sat outside on the cute picnic tables and chairs overlooking the water. I have to admit, I did feel somewhat guilty watching fishermen out in the water dropping lobster nets into the water as I was eating one, but I guess it's better that what I was nommin' on was so local and fresh right? Let's just call it sustainable, for my peace of mind.

 Bellies stuffed, back over the bridge we went, to New Hampshire. 

...and on that note, we hopped back in the Mini and headed back to Boston to meet a friend for dinner! Sad to be leaving tomorrow, I've really enjoyed spending a solid amount of time in New England, exploring a part of the country that I had never been to before. 

xx 

Boston Day 2!

Yesterday was full of laughs and lobstaaaa and I mean that very literally. We started off the day with a leisurely stroll through our neighborhood, Downtown Crossing, walked near the Commons, and ended up at the harbor. 

Before hopping on a trolley tour, we devoured a quick lunch. I went for fish & chips with a bloody mary and Brig opted for fried oysters. YUM! 

A bit of a gloomy, damp day, but we had an absolute laugh on the trolley, seeing all the major parts of the city, stopping by Fenway, and heading over the Charles to Cambridge to see MIT and that bit of town. 

 We hopped off the Trolley around Boston Commons since we're not staying far from there, in hopes of finding the Cheer's bar. Super touristy, but couldn't help but have a good time and embrace it. 

For dinner, Brig had a surprise for me. We went to a joint on the harbor called Legal Sea Foods. When she said we were going to one of the best spots for seafood, I said alright absolutely, let's go. Little did I know we would be in a lobsta induced coma shortly after ordering. 

 Everything sounded appareling so we decided to split it all up and taste a little of each (the best way to dine, in my book!). I started with lobster bisque and we quickly jumped into tackling the entrees - lobster roll, french fries, onion rings, fried New England clams, mashed potatoes, and mushrooms. I know... and a Sam Adams to top it all off. Who are we?! Our third lobster roll of the trip, and def the best one by far!! The lobster bisque...SO tasty. 

I'm loving the city so far, especially the seafood, and our location is so central it's been amazing – just hoping for some better, sunnier weather today! 

Enjoy your Sunday. We're off to the aquarium! 

xx