Let’s spend a minute today to send some good Mojo to #WeddingPlanner and say thanks for her being here with us. Life has a way of kicking folks in the backside once in a while. Life also finds out that some folks fight harder than others.

Our #WeddingPlanner is here to “chew bubblegum and kick ass, and she’s all out of bubblegum,” so now she’s kicking some serious backside. Chemo is just an appetizer to her.

Her recent adventures may be lesser in number, but the quality is as good as ever.

Annie’s Asian Mart supplied some fresh Bok Choy for a home cooked meal.

The Salmon Benedict at Fountain Place Restaurant was given major props.

Patriot Seafoods proved fresh Halibut while Samira’s Homemade had some beautiful Olives at Salem Farmers’ Market.

The Cherrywood Smoked Kielbasa from Polonus European Deli & Ice Cream paired nicely with cheese from Annie’s Asian Mart.

The Lobster Shanty was on point with their Steamed Mussels.

#cancersucks

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Here’s a quick word from #TheBaldOne on the Genadir’s Spicy Beef & Bean Chili served at The Lobster Shanty. It is legit across the board. Plenty of meat, a good amount of black beans, thick in texture, and featuring a slightly more than moderate heat to the Bald Guy’s taste. This Genadir’s Chili is #BaldOneApproved.

Enjoy the action shots of the #GreatMichaelJ as he summons up a cocktail from the Kelly School of Spectral Bartending.

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The Dry-Rubbed Wings at The Lobster Shanty are worth a visit. Meaty, savory, and cooked properly they pair very nicely with the al dente Parmesan Green Beans.

A Masshole Light Lager by Wormtown Brewery served as a good companion to the Wings.

#TheBaldOne enjoyed his short visit and a nice chat with #WhatHappensInVegas.

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#TheBaldOne is offering a few kind words for this Floyd’s Deluxe lager by 3 Floyds Brewing. Brewed with Indiana corn grits. It reminds of an old-school lager, similar to a PBR or. ‘Gansett, but smoother in texture and with a better follow through. it a new school, old-school American lager.

This one was enjoyed at The Lobster Shanty

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These two ignorant nitwits ran out on a $100 tab at The Lobster Shanty. Make them famous.

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#TheBaldOne is a tough judge when it comes to Chili. There are quite a few around town that he likes, But there are very few that he absolutely loves.

On Monday night he stopped into The Lobster Shanty to say hello to the #GreatMichaelJ who was on the stick. The secondary goal was to enjoy a Burger of the Scary Uncle Sully kind. But on reviewing the menu he noticed a new house Chili called Genadir’s Spicy Beef & Bean Chili. The call was heard and all thoughts of a burger were put aside

Calling something spicy in a restaurant comes with responsibilities. It must of course be spicy. The question then is how spicy? Make it too hot and you won’t sell much of it. If it’s not very spicy at all you’ll chase away the heat lovers, or force them to hot sauces. It’s can be a delicate capsaicin dance and you may never get the steps correctly.

A bowl of Gendarin’s Chili was ordered with added cheddar and onion. First things first, this was an actual bowl, not a cup sized portion served in a bowl made to appear like a larger portion. Yippee! There is plenty of shredded beef, a good portion of beans, and enough vegetable to to actually add texture and flavor. Nicely done. The heat? Yes there is true heat to every spoonful. If you like the heat, you’ll appreciate this level, although some may want to add a little more zing. If you’re not into the heat, you may find this mild enough to tolerate,or perhaps it will be a bit of a challenge. Either way, it’s worth the attempt. It’s simply an outstanding creation and is now high up on the favorites list of our bald, politely cantankerous hero.

The Chili was paired with a hoppy Candlepin American Pale Ale by Castle Island Brewing Co.

Where’s your Chili?

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Lunch all week at The Lobster Shanty is now a thing. As Ol’ Blue Eyes would say “ring a ding ding.”

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Pulled Pork Nachos at The Lobster Shanty. Fresh fried tortilla chips, layered top to bottom with cheese, with lots of pulled pork piled on top. It should be noted that the jalapeños are from a very zesty batch.

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Connecticut style Lobster Roll at The Lobster Shanty.

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Our first Shanty Burger experience of the 2025 The Lobster Shanty season is provided courtesy of the ever active and always dependable #WeddingPlanner. No cheese, with Tots on the side is the style.

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