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Afterwards, we did some window shopping. Of course, the children's boutique LITTLE caught my eye and I purchased a few things for Emmalyn. She was awake at this point and fully enjoyed this store just as much as me. (highly recommended if you know or have babies!)  

We stopped at a cute little outdoor cafe (Milk Street Cafe) where we had a cocktail and ordered a cheese platter. 

It was time to head back to the rental to get ready for dinner. It started raining, so I went with a casual outfit. We drove to dinner and arrived at the Old Port Sea Grill. Michael spoke to the host and we made our way to the bar area to wait for our table. 
Out of nowhere my Mom + her boyfriend John pop out and yell "SURPRISE" 
Needless to say, I was shocked. They got me good.

We sat for dinner and the one thing I was disappointed about is the place didn't have highchairs!  

We ordered a seafood platter and mussels for an appetizer. Oysters, clams, crabs claws and shrimp...
I ordered a lobster pasta for my main course...my mom copied me. :) 
After dinner, we went to a pub around the corner. From there, we called it a night. 

The next morning Michael, Emmalyn and I made our way to South Portland to a Toast Bar that was amazing! I had the SMOKEY ROSE, smoked salmon with cream cheese on a salted bagel. Michael got the HAM ON IT toast: ham with cream cheese on a bagel and Emmalyn enjoyed banana bread. 

Emmalyn fell asleep in the car, so we made our way back to Old Port, and let her sleep while we parked in a lot on the bay. We found my Mom and John and took some family pictures and enjoyed the view near East End Beach.

It was time for lunch and we put our name on the list at Eventide - what seemed to be the most popular oyster bar in Portland. The wait was an hour. To pass time, we went around the corner to a brewery. It was so hot that I just wanted something refreshing, so I ordered a Portland mule. 

It was finally time to enjoy some oysters and lobster rolls. It was delicious and by far my favorite restaurant in Portland. No surprise because I LOVE oysters!
(The drinks were good, too!) 

My mom and I walked off lunch by shopping a little more. Emmalyn hung out with Daddy and John at the Thirsty Pig, which had nice outdoor seating.
After shopping, we met up to get ready for dinner. 

Michael had reservations at Sur Lie, a tapas restaurant.
Every dish was better than the next. At first, my Mom and John didn't quite get the concept of tapas - "What's with the small portions?" - but by dessert we were all fulfilled! 

Leaving the restaurant we heard live music...we walked blocks, getting closer and closer and finally found the music at a rooftop pub. Being as we had Emma and a stroller, we sat at an outdoor bar nearby and listened in, had our last cocktail and called it a night.

Friday we went to Artemisia Cafe. 
By the time we got there, it was time for lunch so I ordered a Bloody Mary + a BLT. 

Over lunch we decided today we would tour Portland from the water. John found an excursion that had reservations available for a private captain boat tour and we booked it.

Making our way to the boat, we were unsure how Emmy would handle the ride - but she absolutely loved it. Nana said she had "sea legs". The boat tour took us around the bay to a few lighthouses and islands. We even spotted a bald eagle on the ride! 

Friday we went to Artemisia Cafe. 
By the time we got there, it was time for lunch so I ordered a Bloody Mary + a BLT. 

Over lunch we decided today we would tour Portland from the water. John found an excursion that had reservations available for a private captain boat tour and we booked it.

Friday we went to Artemisia Cafe. 
By the time we got there, it was time for lunch so I ordered a Bloody Mary + a BLT. 

Over lunch we decided today we would tour Portland from the water. John found an excursion that had reservations available for a private captain boat tour and we booked it.

We ended up the trip with a farm to table restaurant: Hugo's. 
I must say, Michael did a wonderful job selecting an array of good eats. Considering the popularity of the city, its necessary to make reservations weeks in advance to eat at the Portland "hot spots" which is exactly what he did.

We had to head home 2 days earlier due to a passing in the family. 
Portland is definitely still up and coming...a true foodie town. 
Get here before everyone really know about it! 
This city will always hold a special place in my heart as I celebrated my 30th year. 

xo Meaghan