Ep 13. Love for Lobsters in Maine

In season 2 episode 13 of Man, Fire, Food, host Roger Mooking takes viewers on a journey to the coastal state of Maine to explore the love for lobsters and how they are cooked over fire. Maine is famous for its lobsters, and Roger gets a firsthand look into how they are caught and prepared.

During his time in Maine, Roger visits multiple lobster fishing boats and meets with local fishermen to see how they catch lobsters. He learns that lobsters are often caught using lobster traps, which are set out in the early morning and collected in the late afternoon. Roger also delves into the rich history of lobster fishing in Maine, which dates back hundreds of years.

Roger then heads to a lobster shack, where he meets with a local chef who shows him how to prepare a classic lobster roll. The lobster is cooked over a wood fire and mixed with ingredients like mayo, celery, and lemon juice before being stuffed into a buttered roll.

Next, Roger visits a restaurant where he watches the chef cook an impressive seafood feast over an open flame. The chef prepares everything from lobster mac and cheese to grilled clams and a whole roasted fish, giving viewers a comprehensive look at how seafood can be prepared in unique and flavorful ways over fire.

Throughout the episode, Roger meets with various lobster experts and enthusiasts, including a lobster biologist and a lobsterman who has been in the business for over 50 years. The viewers get a glimpse of the many different aspects of lobster fishing and cooking, and how the love for this crustacean has become a way of life for many in Maine.

At the end of the episode, Roger reflects on the unique taste and cultural significance of Maine lobsters, and encourages viewers to visit Maine to experience it for themselves. With its stunning setting and delicious food, this episode of Man, Fire, Food is sure to delight seafood lovers and anyone interested in learning more about cooking over fire.