Lobster
and Seafood are this region’s signature
ingredients. All along New England’s coastline visitors flock to fine
restaurants and rustic lobster “shacks” to get their seafood fix. Eat fresh lobster at a picnic table
overlooking the sea, or feast dockside on crispy fried clams.
New
England Sweets
New England produces the majority of maple syrup in the USA -- with the state
of Vermont leading the way.
New
England Food Tours
Food and cooking enthusiasts can choose from
a variety of New England
food factory tours and culinary experiences.
In Vermont, stop by Ben & Jerry’s to see ice cream in
the making and taste some samples. On Cape Cod, Massachusetts, tour the Cape Cod Chip factory for tasty crisps,
and in autumn, be sure to sample Apple
Cider at B.F. Clyde’s Cider Mill in Mystic, Connecticut.
Visit New
England cities ranked among the top 10 food cities in the USA:
Boston,
Massachusetts, is known for its trendy South End
eateries, Italian delights in the North End, or historic favourites such as the
Union Oyster House.
Portland,
Maine, has built a reputation for its exciting food
scene and award-winning chefs such as Rob Evans of Hugo’s. Providence, Rhode
Island, is home to the world-class
culinary school at Johnson & Wales
University and a culinary museum.