Left Lake Norman State Park in North Carolina. It was a very nice campground. Would’ve liked to stay longer to explore the beautiful lake surrounded by very nice houses dotting the shore.

We spent the rest of the day driving to Carolina Beach State Park on the stretch of land below Wilmington, North Carolina.

Since there is not a lot to report on or any more pictures, I wanted to share some of the unique regional foods.

Boise, Idaho—finger steaks; like chicken tenders only beef

Minnesota—sugar waffle; a fluffy, hand held waffle dusted with sugar.

Wisconsin—their butter is the best I have ever had. Version bacon which is less greasy than pork bacon.

Ontario, Canada— maple balsamic cheese curds with gravy and fries. Defies description but delicious.

Adirondacks—hot apple cider with just the right amount of spice.

Vermont—1. Warm brussel sprout salad. 2. Apple cider doughnuts. 3. Blueberry lemon biscuits

Maine—1. Steamers—local clams; I like clams but did not care for these. 2. Local oysters were big and delicious. 3. Lobster roll which is a hoagie roll filled with lobster salad; we did not care for it. 4. Potato doughnuts. 5. Haddock—we really like this tasty white fish; better than cod. Steve had the best fish and chips he had ever had made with haddock.

Cherokee NC—trout medallions

Needless to say with all this eating, Steve will need to hit the pool and I will need to get to the gym when we return to Lafayette.