These are her favorite lobster rolls in her own Maine, from Luke’s Lobster to Chipman’s Wharf.
An abundance of lobsters that were so inexpensive and plentiful that they were fed to prisoners washed ashore hundreds of years ago along the rocky coast of what is now Maine. Thanks to its icy seas, the northeasternmost state of the United States attracts travelers from all over the world for its succulent, sweet lobster. Naturally, the best rolls are made with the best lobsters.
A traditional and well-liked sandwich in New England, the lobster roll consists of thick portions of succulent lobster meat packed into a split-top, grilled hot dog bun. We consulted with Heather Strout Thompson to determine the best specimens in Maine.
We are fishermen at heart,” Thompson explains. I’m going to do all in my power to safeguard it for my grandchildren and theirs, since that’s the only thing I’ve ever done.
