We had a lunch reservation at the Asticou Inn in Northeast Harbor. It was originally built in 1883 but was destroyed by fire in 1899 and rebuilt 2 years later. Our table was on the patio that overlooked the Northeast Harbor inlet, which opens out to the Atlantic Ocean. Its only open from Memorial Day through Columbus Day. Once again, D&D introduced us to new foods....lobster stew and popovers! Popovers are light rolls made from an egg batter similar to yorkshire pudding; typically baked in muffin tins. Both were fabulous.
Since our vehicles were parked at Northeast Harbor, we took an afternoon drive to Acadia National Park. We were quite surprised how crowded it was. Traffic was very heavy throughout the park and parking places were difficult to find. We managed to park and walk to Thunder Hole though. Thunder Hole is a small inlet, naturally carved out of rocks, where the waves roll into. At the end of the inlet, there is a small cavern where when the rush of waves hit, air and water are forced out like a clap of thunder.
That evening we enjoyed the nice weather, good company, and some Dr. Frank wine while sitting in the rocking chairs on the front portch. Life is good!
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