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Nantucket Daffodil Festival

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The central event of this delightful weekend is the Antique Car Show and Parade featuring over 100 vintage cars decorated with sunny yellow daffodils and other creative embellishments like surfboards, whales, baskets, and cute little Minions – thanks to the Valero family! The classic cars lined the cobblestone Main Street from top to bottom three rows deep.

Green Antique Car

Nantucket Children

Topper

English Stick DancersThe Minions

The weather was perfect with sunny skies and a slight ocean breeze. There was an abundance of yellow and green attire and delightfully decorated daffodil hats! The day’s festivities included English Stick Dancers, a family picnic and concert at Children’s Beach, the “Daffy” Hat Contest, a Children’s Parade, the Nantucket Garden Club’s Annual Daffodil Show, and my favorite the “Daffy” Dog Parade. The local stores participated in a window decorating contest that added even more Daffy goodness.

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We heart Nantucket sunsets. If you are planning a trip to the island this summer make sure you watch the sunset in Madaket. The last time we watched the sun set we also got to see four harbor seals frolicking along the shore! They were so darn cute.

Top 5 – Daffodil Festival Activities

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Daffodil Festival Weekend – April 27th – April 29th, 2018 

The Nantucket Daffodil Festival has grown into a full-scale celebration of winter´s thaw and this year everyone is ready for some beautiful weather and spring flowers. From early-April to mid-May, over three million daffodils of every color, shape and size will bloom on Nantucket Island.

The central event of this fun-filled weekend is the Antique Car Parade, showcasing over 100 vintage cars all decked out with sunny yellow daffodils and other creative embellishments.  Don’t miss their arrival on Main Street at 9:30 a.m on Saturday, April 29th. Vote for Most Authentic, Best Decorated, People’s choice & Best in Show and don’t forget to take some group selfies!

At 12:00 p.m., the antique cars wind through town to the charming village of Siasconset for the Annual Daffodil Tailgate Picnic, attended by visitors and locals alike.  Enjoy an al fresco lunch, relax by the sea, and mingle with both islanders and visitors. The picnics run the gamut from elaborate haute cuisine to traditional tailgate food. Didn’t prepare any food – grab some takeout fare but don’t miss the Daffodil Tailgate Picnic.  For a complete schedule of Daffodil Events visit www.daffodilfestival.com

Top 5 Daffodil Festival Activities:

1) Pick out a really cute outfit to wear to the Antique Car Parade and Daffodil Tailgate!

The weekend is characterized by the colors yellow and green – so look for these colors when deciding what to wear.  Shades of yellow and beige is also a great choice. Many people dress in a classic style but we suggest a comfortable casual attire that you will feel comfortable in all day!  Remember to wear comfortable shoes that will be good on cobblestones, sand, and lush lawns.

2) Make your own Daffy Hat (just add a Daffodil or two) or Headband.  Many islanders and visitors make Daffy Hats which makes it that much more fun! If you’re not a hat person you may want to consider a headband like the one shown below.

3) Make Pineapple Coolers.  Pineapple Cooler Recipe found on CountryLiving.com
Fresh lavender and lemon verbena add subtle depth to this refreshing drink. Simply add rum to make it into a cocktail.
4) Prepare some yummy tailgating recipes ahead of time so you can fully enjoy the day of events.

5) Dress your dog up in Daffodil attire and let him/her strut up Main Street in the Daffy Dog Parade. We love to see all the doggies decked out. Email us your pictures at info@heartofnantucket.com and we will post the cutest pictures!  Please include your dogs name.

 

The day’s festivities are rounded out by a family picnic and concert at children’s Beach, “Daffy” Hat Pageant, Children’s Daffodil Parade, the Nantucket Garden Club’s annual Daffodil Show, the “Daffy” Dog Parade, A Daffodil Marketplace, and Window Decorating Contest. We hope to see you and your families at the Nantucket Daffodil Festival this year!

Question regarding the Nantucket Daffodil Festival call (508) 228-1700.

Lobster Salad Roll

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Here is a Lobster Salad Roll recipe that will delight your guests and start the summer off right.

Lobster Salad Roll Recipe:

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2-pound of lobster meat | 4 cooked lobsters or 4 lobster tails
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 2 inner celery stalks and leaves, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves
  • Dash of salt and freshly ground black pepper | to taste
  • 4 rolls, split and lightly toasted
  • Melted butter, for brushing

Directions

Remove the meat from the lobsters, chopping any large chunks into bite-size pieces. In a bowl, combine the lobster meat, mayonnaise, lemon juice, celery, parsley, and salt and pepper to taste.

Cook’s Note: Place lobster salad in refrigerator for 5 to 10 minutes. This allows the salad to absorb the flavorings.

Brush cut sides of the rolls with melted butter and fill with the lobster salad.

A Sea of Blue

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Cisco Beach is one of our favorite spots to relax.  Photo by heartofnantucket.com

Winter Bliss

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Blue skies and newly fallen snow – who could ask for anything more?