We were in New England last week for a wedding and a quick visit to some
relatives whom we hadn't seen in years.

Although I didn't get the classic lobster I craved (They seem to
disappear after Labor Day on many menus.) I did have some very good food
including luscious lobster rolls and seafood mixtures including the
elusive lobster. Only one meal was a clunker, the aforementioned ground
beef shepherd's pie.

By far the most delicious surprise was in Brattleboro, VT at a
restaurant called, I think, Riverview. I ordered the Maple Creme Brulee
for dessert and it was the best c.b. I have ever had, bar none.

The custard was very creamy and mild but the sugar topping was pure
maple sugar (very obviously NOT brown sugar) and the combination of
flavors was incredible. I think I am glad I don't know where to buy
maple sugar, because I could literally OD on this dessert.

gloria p