Wednesday, September 18, 2024

Last Attempt, session notes from the Rogue.

Near or far, shorebreak be shorebreak. 47th Street empty break, 9/14/2024.
     Packed up for naught. Last attempt was not to be. Water had warmed considering the repetitive upwelling. Maybe 70F? Yet breaking on the hard pack. No Bueno. Skunked for the year. Gotten in the habit of quelling the surf appetite with some good cookin'. Not sure how well the evening's choice would make out considering the potentially painful tab. Regardless, the Wife and I have been targeting this choice of bite, and The Hobbit Restaurant has been around for awhile. From a locals hot spot to a locals exclusive spot. Can honestly say this place has ratcheted up the scale over the years. Sweet meal. Sweet evening. Not so sweet tab. Sweet sunset to offset.

Espresso Martinis, pan seared Dayboat Scallops, and Lollipop
Lamb Chops led into a nice catch of the day-  Swordfish steak 
dinner. Well prepared. But, prepare your wallet for sticker shock







Shorebreak, limiting surf- surely. Savory, delicious food- absolutely. Stunning sunset- definitely!





















Parsley, sage, rosemary, and thyme... time in a bar line
 hangin' by the planters. "We didn't realize we were
making memories, we just knew we were having fun."

-College memories. 
Kona Brewing, Big Wave Golden
Ale. Clean, clear pour. Finger thick,
fizzy, white head. Honey, and
 berries in the aromas. Light fruit,
grains, and distinctive 21 IBU hop
 hit in the flavor. 4.4% ABV made
 for an easy sixer. Rated a B+.
 



Sunday, September 1, 2024

Summer Pin, session notes from the Rogue.

Findin' our shoreline, Sinepuxant Bay- 8/31/2024.

I need a day on the water
Ass in a float or a motorboat ride
SPF this blue collar
Turn boots into bare feet, find a shoreline
'Til we're chillin' like Buffet on a blue sky bender
Workin' on nothin' but a Busch Light
I need a day on the water
'Fore I up and lose my mind. 
            -James Barker Band

     Summer reachin' its pinnacle. Surf has been a wash. But between the SUP, and the Jet, have managed to stay on the water.
'Pines Swim Club lane.  Sunset paddle, 8/22/2024.











Heaven Hill bonded. Kentucky Straight
Bourbon Whiskey. Cherry Smoked 'Ol
Fashioned. Colors of amber and dark
cherry. Flavors of  rich caramel on the
 backbone. Notes of vanilla, honey,
 char, and oak. Cherry wood smoke.
 50ABV. Another A Rating.









Frecce Tricolori - The Italian Tricolor Arrows commemorates Verrazano's 500th anniversary to America.
Bayside seats, 8/24/2024.












De Lazy Lizard Marina, 8/31/2024.











Handouts?

Laughing Fish. Northern Golden
Ale. Upper Hand Brewery. Straw
yellow pour. 2 finger white foam head.
Apples, honey and crackers in the
aromas. Bready malts, and sweet
white grapes in the tastes. Crisp,
light hop finish. Estimated
20 IBUs. 4.9% ABV. Couple
cans for a mellow end. B rating.

Gateway to sunset's end. Rt 50 Bridge, 8/31/2024.