CHOWDER HOUSE Pleasure Island Wakefield Massachusetts 1959-1969

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	From the 1960 Goldpan Gulch Gazette

	OLD CHOWDER HOUSE AT PLEASURE ISLAND postcard from Ray DiPirro Perhaps the most realistic chowder house in New England is Captain Snow's. This rustic structure adorns the man-made waterfront at famous Pleasure Island in Wakefield, Mass. (Route 128, Exit 21A). Nearby are an old popcorn wagon, colorful umbrellas, and guests awaiting trips on pirate boats. Soft breezes blow gently across the popular outdoor restaurant area during the warm summer months.
	SA1199 —Color Photo by George F. Jeans Published for Breck's of Boston



	Recipe for Pleasure Island Seafood Chowder given by the chef in 1960 to Greta Hellmer 1 #1 can Snows minced clams 1 frozen lobster 1/2 pound uncooked shrimp (if fresh, shelled and deveined) 1/2 pound scallops or haddock 1 enormous onion (one pound) 3 pounds potatoes celery salt, onion salt, butter Cook minced clams in additional water for anhour. Saute onions. Add onions, lobster and shrimp and continue to simmer. Dice potatoes fine; cook with haddock only until done. Combine all ingredients. Add milk and tablespoon roux (recipe below) Roux must be heated over hot water before adding. Chef's "secret" roux recipe! 1 pound arrowroot, precooked 3 pounds wheat flour 6 pounds shortening or oil This makes a thickener that can be stored indefinitely and used for gravies, soups, and stews. ALWAYS heat before adding.




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