
June 2012
shuttle you to and from your favorite Nantucket beaches. Getting to the beach in Nantucket can be easy enough even if you don't have a car. The local transportation system is top notch. A round-trip ride to the beach costs only $4. The problem is what to do if you'd like to bring your surfboard along with a cooler full of sandwiches and cold drinks. Don't forget the towels, umbrellas, chairs and a few fishing rods … plus the tackle box, too! Suddenly, your trip to the beach is a logistical challenge. Well, not on the rainbow-colored, polka-dotted Beach Bus. This ride comes fully loaded with all of those beach items and more fun toys than you could imagine. The cooler is not stocked so be sure to stock up with all the ice and eats you'll need beforehand. Then you can be living it up large at the beach all day. The driver, Kira, is a great guy and is fun to hang out with. He is an excellent surfer and is willing to give some pointers on how to get up and ride a few waves if you ask. He'll also carry all of the beach stuff to a convenient location of your choice and set it up for you. If you'd like to pick up a couple of the Ultimate Beach Chairs, then give Robert Sarkisian of The Nantucket Beach Chair Company a call: 508-325-7793. Or, click here to visit his website. We picked up two of the High Tide models. They were comfortable and well made out of red oak. We were finally ready to head out towards Madaket beach for an afternoon of fun in the sun. The Beach Bus is a great service and whoever thought of it is a marketing genius. I'd stay at Nantucket Resorts Cottages just for this benefit alone. Remember to tip generously if you like the service as much as I did. The Beach Bus At The Cottages, 24 Old South Wharf, Nantucket, MA 02554, Tel: 508-325-1499.
THE GALLEY RESTAURANT The Galley is the best place on the island to enjoy a cocktail and watch the sun sink below the horizon. The bar is very popular and you'll have to get there a little early to claim one of the bar height tables on the patio. The patrons at The Galley love to dress fashionably. It's a sophisticated crowd. Ladies wear cocktail dresses and gentlemen are dressed in smart casual attire. Bring a light jacket or a throw if you plan to sit outside; it can be chilly on the beach when the sun goes down. In fact, we unfortunately had to give up our outdoor reservation and move into the bar because it was too cold and we were not prepared. You'll find that The Galley menu has fresh seafood that is supplied by local fishermen and the organic vegetables are homegrown on the island, too. The meal started off with a bottle of Stag's Leap Petite Syrah. It's a balanced red wine that has a silky smooth blackberry and hint of spice finish. Next came the Chogga Beet Salad, which is made from Macbe beets, toasted hazelnuts and hazelnut vinaigrette. If you're especially hungry, try ordering two appetizers because the portions are smaller than typical American-sized portions. I'd recommend the house specialty, New England Clam Chowder, as well. The dinner menu changes at The Galley frequently due to the fresh seafood offerings. The main course was a steamed Scottish salmon. The recipe included Lundberg golden rose brown rice, brussel sprout leaves and a three citrus vapor. The salmon was steamed so that it broke apart effortlessly into thick delicious sections and the brussel sprout leaves added a balanced texture to the meal. Another great service The Galley offers .... |
