We Actually Ventured Out

We did slightly more than just play Mah Jongg all day. Suzanne and I started out the day playing, but took a nice break for a walk with the dogs. It was a beautiful morning and the walk was just what the dogs wanted. Then it was right back to playing. Which we did for most of the day.

We had a dinner reservation in a Portland so we drove up a bit early so I could do some Trader Joe’s shopping for dry goods for Maine. Then we drove down to the waterfront to kill a little time before our reservation. Suzanne made a turn that I agreed with to try and get back to the restaurant only to discover it was an on ramp to a bridge that took us to South Portland.

After crossing the water we were able to turn back around and cross back. Later we drove pass this same spot and looked. There was absolutely NO SIGNAGE indicating it was an on ramp to a big bridge.

After our tour we got to the restaurant, Leeward. Suzanne had eaten there last year and discovered that it takes a month to get a coveted reservation. So she got one for tonight. I understand why it is so hard to get into to.

The place was unassuming looking. The staff was friendly and plentiful. The tables were far apart from each other. The menu was intriguing making decisions difficult. Suzanne and I ordered everything to share. Stuffed squash blossoms, a “simple” green salad, that was anything but, bucatini with zucchini and mushrooms and a roast chicken. Spectacular would be an understatement. As good as everything was we decided the salad was our favorite. When is the world is a simple green salad the favorite? When it’s that good.

We drove home just as the sun was setting. We still had time to play a few hands of Mahj. Sadly, it’s my last night with the Worden /Farley’s, but I will drag it out as long as possible tomorrow. It’s the best way to start my vacation.