Summer has arrived on Nantucket and crowds of visitors will be arriving daily for some island fun. Whether you just enjoy a day at the beach or stroll through the cobblestone streets, Nantucket has that quaint New England charm that just makes you feel relaxed. Perhaps it’s the sea that sets us free. The tides rolling in and out makes us realize that the simple pleasures of Mother Nature can put a smile on our face.
Island Life
CRU
Simply put Cru was just fantastic! I ate there a half dozen times over the course of June, July and August 2013. From weekend brunch to mid afternoon lunch or dinner – the food and location were both second to non. I am particularly fond of the hot lobster roll, jumbo shrimp cocktails and huge assortment of fresh oysters. ~Sam E. of Syracuse, New York posted this review on www.tripadvisor.com
Summer fun on Nantucket
Here’s a fun throw-back picture of my friends children back in the day. The kids love going 4-wheeling at the beach.
Gallery with Lovely Yellow Door
The Ireland Galleries located on Old South Wharf is one of my favorite places to visit. I spent many summers working on docks planting all the flower beds and window boxes. Such a lovely place that brings such fond memories.
Nantucket Beach Plums
Beach plums are indigenous to Nantucket. You can find Beach Plums growing in sand dunes and along the edges of roads. They bloom in the Spring and are covered with little white flowers. A late summer fruit, they generally ripen by Labor Day but keep your eye out in August as sometimes they ripen early. We enjoy making heart shaped pastries with homemade Beach Plum Jelly. Here is a delicious recipe for you to try……
Five fun things to do on Nantucket
Planning a trip to Nantucket this summer? Well, here are five fun things to do the next time you visit…
1) Walk Straight Wharf and Old North Wharf to enjoy the boats, check out all the galleries and shops and be sure to stop in at one of the local restaurants with live music! After a few drinks and some yummy food in the heart of Nantucket you won’t want to go home. …