CUISINE

Where Fresh Ocean Air Meets High-End, Locally Sourced Cuisine

Imagine waking to the gentle roll of the tide and the scent of warm pastries drifting from the galley. Every day aboard  Tree begins with the simple luxury of good coffee and tea—freshly brewed and ready by 6:00 AM, awaiting early risers who want to greet the sun on deck with a steaming mug in hand.

Morning Light & Local Flavors

By 8:00 AM, the aroma of fresh-baked breads, muffins, or flaky croissants welcomes guests to a gourmet breakfast crafted from Maine’s own bounty.
Expect dishes such as:

  • Wild blueberry pancakes with Maine maple syrup

  • Farm-fresh eggs folded with coastal herbs

  • Stone-ground grains, warm pastries, and seasonal fruits from local orchards

Our chefs work with ingredients delivered straight from nearby farms and waters, ensuring every bite is truly “of this place.”

Lunch Under Sail: Dining at Sea

As sails fill and the schooner glides across Penobscot Bay, lunch is served on deck, surrounded by sea breezes and panoramic island views.
Think:

  • Fresh-caught seafood chowders

  • Crisp salads with heirloom vegetables

  • Artisan breads still warm from the oven

  • Hand-crafted sandwiches with local cheeses and greens

The Late Afternoon Spread

By 4:00 PM, just as the day’s light softens, the crew serves appetizers to complement the relaxed afternoon pace.
You might enjoy:

  • Smoked Maine mussels

  • Local cheeses and crackers

  • Garden-fresh bruschetta

  • Seasonal fruit platters

Guests gather, share stories, read, or simply watch the changing sky.

Gourmet Dinner on the Water

Dinner is served at 6:00 PM, a beautifully prepared multi-course meal featuring local seafood, fresh vegetables, Maine-raised meats, and imaginative desserts from our galley.
Menus may include:

  • Butter-poached dayboat scallops

  • Herb-roasted garden vegetables

  • Grass-fed beef with wild mushroom jus

  • Citrus-glazed haddock

  • Handmade pies, tarts, or crème brûlée crafted aboard

Each evening’s meal is a celebration of Maine’s seasonal abundance.

A Signature Tradition: The Maine Lobster Bake

Every trip features our traditional Maine lobster bake, a Windjammer hallmark.
Held on a secluded island beach, guests dine at white-tablecloth tables as Maine lobster, clams, corn, potatoes, and fresh bread come steaming from an authentic driftwood-fired pit.
The experience is both rustic and refined—a perfect reflection of Windjammer life.

Nights Under the Stars

After dinner, settle into the quiet magic of the Maine coast. Watch the sunset fade, listen to the soft slap of waves against the hull, and drift to sleep knowing the next morning will begin again with fresh pastries and coffee, just steps away from the sea.