ROCKLAND—The 3rd Annual Lobsterpalooza Lobster Mac ‘n Cheese Contest took place on Sunday, September 20, 2015 at the Rockland Elks Club. Participants got to taste test dozens of professional and amateur cooks’ recipes.  The professional winner was Rudy's of the Cape in Cape Elizabeth and the runner up was the Mermaid at the Homeport in Searsport. The amateur winner was Richard Thompson of Rockland and the runner up was Maynard Stanley of Owls Head. The People's Choice award went to Graffam Bros. Seafood Market.

View the professional lobster mac ‘n cheese photos for the judges and try not to drool.

All photos courtesy P.J. Walter Photography