It’s something to steep in … the thought of any sort of Fair Haven Firemen’s Fair food. Many do all fair week long.

In fact, some would likely jump in a vat of it if they could. Fair food. Lines for the dining room extend down River Road. What used to be referred to as the Hot Dog Booth, now The Out Back, has its grab-n-go delights.

But, lest you forget that to hit the take-out window on your way home from the fair to bag up that goodness and bring a bite and a waft home.

So, the Retro Pic of the Day reprise honors the fair kitchen and take-out booth. It’s a shot from the summer of 1995.

They sold the usual bevy of fried seafood, that shrimp salad, musssels marinara for $3 and quarts of that famous fair clam chowder for $6.

Recognize the ladies taking orders? One is no longer with us. But both were pioneer women of the Fair Haven First Aid Squad. One is still a member and you’ll see her in the dining room at the fair. Who’s at that window now?

Just looking at this photo can’t you smell that fried seafood in the air already? Your favorite?

— Elaine Van Develde