February 4th, 2012
Delray Beach is a dog town. Everywhere, there is someone walking along with one; different sizes and breeds. I was not surprised when the sign said that they offered frozen yogurt for your dog. No more sharing with that lovable pooch!!
I took a walk in Delray, enough of cleaning and watching a rainy day develop into a more cloudy day. Out and about I went; stopped to say hello to Michele, she owns a very cute consignment shop in Delray. Great new pillows at Varietai. Continued looking at the town; not that crowded at that time of the day. I guess visitors were resting for the night ahead of dinner and music in the Village by the Sea.
A sign caught my attention at a window. It said yogurt made specially for your dog. An adorable pooch on the poster. I decided to go in; too curious to keep on going.
My Yogurt Cafe is located at 524 East Atlantic Ave., between 5th and 6th Avenues and right next to Scuola Vecchias Pizza E Vino. Website? http://www.myyogurtcafe.com. Tel. 561-278-1810.
I remember when this self serve yogurt establishment opened last year; almost at the same time as Orange Leaf further east on Atlantic. I went to Orange Leaf for no other reason than to try it. I loved it. I guess Orange Leaf attracted me with all the bright colors, and catchy signs.
So, I am glad that I went in. Renee was behind the counter and I asked her about the yogurt for dogs. I had never seen it in Delaware. She mentioned that a lot of people that stopped had not either.
 
Renee mentioned that MYC is a full frozen yogurt and coffee shop. It is not big and the yogurt dispensers are on the wall. You help yourself, add toppings if you so desired, have it weighed, pay, and enjoy.
The frozen yogurt for dogs, Yoghund, is already packaged in small cups and kept in a small freezer. The company that makes it is The Barking Dog, Ltd., from Exeter, NH. This yogurt is a digestive friendly premium frozen yogurt; certified organic. There are different flavors available and some of the ingredients are papaya and peanut butter. You can visit www.yoghund.com/home.php. for more info.
How can I be standing and not have any when Renee is telling me all the new flavors arriving. Island Coconut was there and the Mango is coming next week. Other flavors like Espresso, Cali Tart, Chocolate, among others are already there.
I decided on 3; the Island Coconut, the Cali Tart, and topped with the Espresso. I thought the combinations were great. I sat outside and proceeded to enjoy one delicious frozen yogurt. I could taste the difference in the MYC yogurt; creamy consistency with well defined flavors. People were stopping in, also caught by the frozen yogurt for dogs. Out they came with yogurt. I asked the 2 ladies that were also enjoying some yogurt and they thought it was fantastic.
Renee told me that all the frozen yogurts were gluten free, which was music to my ears!! Their yogurt is also probiotic, low cal, Kosher certified, they have sugar free syrup and even a non-dairy sorbet; the Pink Lemonade.
In Florida MYC can be found in Key West, Miami, St. Petersburg, and Delray Beach.
Please note that is also a full service coffee shop.
Walking back home I had to stop at the draw bridge on the Intracoastal. There was a woman with 2 Labradors. I told her that they would love the frozen yogurt for dogs at MYC. She answered “Oh, they have it all the time, they love, don’t you guys? Off we went.
Have a great week-end….talk to you later…
January 27th, 2012
I think I would like to have some Vietnamese soup, he said. He, meaning my husband. I gave him that look like he had horns coming out of his head. Really? Is that so? It’s not like we live in New York where out the door and you can get anything you want.
He continued….”we” can make it. Another no no. “We” means, “you can maket it”. So, we went to Lily Thai instead, located at 10 North 1st St. in downtown beautiful and warm Rehoboth Beach. Yes, it was at that time of the evening and 54 degrees. Tel. 302-227-3348.
 Rehoboth Avenue and 1st Street I have gone plenty of times to Lily Thai. And, have written about it, as well. I was late in discovering this small restaurant that has been around for a few years now. Originally, it was BYOB. Then, an application process cut that out until last year they finally got their liquor license. It has made such a difference; people do like to have a drink with dinner.
Lily Thai opens 6 days a week for lunch and dinner, closed on Mondays, at this time of the year. They have great specials, and it is very affordable.
The last time I was there I had a dish that even though I took a picture, then I could not remember what it was. It was one of the specials of the evening. Last night I found out that what I had eaten was Chili Crusted Eggplant. Lightly fried Thai eggplants flavored with sweet and spicy roasted chili sauce, chicken, shrimp, tomatoes, onions and topped with fresh cilantro.
Ingredients for Thai food are mixed together in such a way to create different appetizing flavors. Thai food plays with your taste buds; it’s like they are having a great party.
Last night my husband then decided to have their Pad Thai with tofu and extra peanuts. Completely forgot about the Vietamese soup. It was a large portion, almost enough for 2 people. Rice noodles with tamarind pulp, bean sprouts, red tofu, egg and crushed nuts.
I decided on the Duck Grob Roasted Chili. It was one of their specials. Roasted Chili, sweet crispy honey duck, crusted eggplants, tomatoes, onions, sweet and spicy roasted chili sauce. I love the Thai eggplants and this dish was really good with just enough kick.
Biologists consider eggplant to be a fruit and not a vegetable. An eggplant can absorb almost any flavor from any of the ingredients in a dish as well.
For dessert we had the imported mango, sweet sticky rice, topped with coconut cream. The last time I had it it was so good. This time, well not that great. The mango was a little hard and not good at all. This is not the mango season in many parts of the world so maybe that was the reason.
All in all, our meal was very good. Lily Thai is like a neighborhood restaurant; don’t feel like cooking and want flavorful and colorful food?….then you know where to find it now.
Talk to you later….
January 26th, 2012
This was not my first time at Dos Locos and it won’t be by last. The evening started by taking 2 friends to enjoy a dinner out in downtown Rehoboth Beach.
I chose Dos Locos because it is a casual restaurant and my husband was dying for stonegrilled scallops.
As we arrived my friend said to her husband “let me sit across from Gloria…we are going to talk about fashion and jewelry….haha. That set the tone for laughter and a really fun meal to be enjoyed with close friends.
Dos Locos is located at 208 Rehoboth Avenue. Tel. 302-227-3353. Website? www.doslocos.com. The restaurant has a full size bar on one side and booths and tables on another. Even a private room is available for parties.
Alex was our server and he was really so attentive, as usual. Gosh we talked and talked….chips and salsa always at the table.
A few shots of tequila, a martini, and a margarita came to the table. The Margarita was freshly made; no mix there. It went so smoothly that another had to be ordered.
Some ordered from the stonegrill menu. Stonegrilling is very social. A stone is brought to your table and it is heated at about 700 degrees. You will be doing the cooking. All meat or seafood arrives raw. You can personalize it by cooking it rare, medium or well. When you cook on these stones the food is seared with all the natural juices inside. Very healthy; no oils and fats are included; just rubs and dipping sauces. All dishes came with a salad or chef’s side.
The Scallops.
The Scallops and Steak.
Another entree was the Steak Quesadilla which was grilled steak with melted cheese and a choice of Vallarta sauce which is a tomato sauce or the Santa Fe with jalapenos. She ordered the Santa Fe….Que bueno!!
I decided on Steak Fajitas. I love making my own. Temperature? Medium rare. It was a good size entre and it really hit the spot. Delicioso!!
As I looked at the table I thought it looked fun. Rice, beans, salsa, and dips!! Nothing else was needed.
It was such a nice evening…..Dos Locos has Happy Hour, specials pretty much every night of the week….they are also on Facebook.
Note: Dos Locos also offers a Gluten Free Menu
Gracias Amigos…Hasta Luego…
January 22nd, 2012
In Delray Beach, Florida some restaurants come and go, just like anywhere else. But then, there are those who are now part of the established eateries that make this Village by the Sea such a South Florida destination. They are serving tried and true dishes; some are a house specialty and some are a customer’s favorite.
So, if you find yourselves in this Village by The Sea, enjoy the town, the beach, the shops and all the restaurants; some are more casual than others, but almost all of them offer al fresco dining.
I visit Delray often and the following restaurants are favorites in Delray. They all offer so much on their menu. But, there are some dishes that I am totally hooked on. Check my list.
Ziree Thai and Sushi is located at 401 West Atlantic Ave. (a few blocks west of the Delray Beach Tennis Center). Tel. 561-276-6549. Website? http://www.zireethai.com.
Sushi, sashimi, other Asian delights are among the many dishes. I have been visiting Ziree since they opened and have seen it grow and be such a part of the local community.
I love a dish called the Atlantic Ocean. It is a combination of salmon, shrimp, scallops, squid and mussels, steamed in thick curry sauce and basil leaves. It is a delicious dish and can you believe that it is only $19.95. It is served with your choice of white or brown rice.
Jimmy’s Bistro has been in Delray for a few years, at 9 S. Swinton. Tel. 561-865-5774. You can find Jimmy’s Bistro on Facebook. I was there when Jimmy first opened the bistro. I knew success was around the corner. It was a matter of time; a few passed the word around and Jimmy has become very much loved in the community. It is small, quaint and has great background music.
One of my true favorites and I imagine, a signature dish along with his Po’ Boy is Jimmy’s Tomato Soup with Parmesan Crust. It is served steaming hot; love poking through the crust to find a comforting soup. It is filling so get a lighter entree. Or, have a salad with it.
Cabana El Rey – It is referred to as Cabana, located at 105 East Atlantic Ave. Tel. 561-274-9090. Website? www.cabanarestaurant.com. This restaurant serves a variety of Latin dishes; tostones, mariquitas, coconut rice, morcillas, paella, rice in squid ink, but a favorite of mine and one that you will always find on its menu, is the Pollo Asado which is a half roasted chicken rubbed with adobo (garlic, oregano, lime and extra virgin olive oil). It is served with a choice of yellow or white rice and beans, of course. It is $17.95 and is the best; kid you not.
Tramonti is located at 119 E. Atlantic Avenue. Tel. 561-272-1944. Website? www.tramontidelray.com. This restaurant is one of those that is crowded all the time. Do anything you can to get ahead of the line; speak Italian? That’s even better. They serve a very good lunch too if dinner is not your thing or reservations are hard to get.
A signature dish of Tramonti is called Spaghetti in Cartoccio Areo. It is a baked spaghetti with shrimp, parma prosciutto in a cognac cream sauce. The baking is done in foil. Well seasoned, thick sauce, just enough cognac.
Another favorite? Carpaccio Di Manzo is a beef carpaccio on a bed of arugola, capers, balsamic vinegar and shaves of parmigiano cheese. It is more of an appetizer.
Brule Bistro is in what is known as Pineapple Grove. This Art District of Delray is becoming a second Atlantic Avenue. Brule is located at 200 NE 2nd Ave., Tel. 561-274-2046. Website? www.brulebistro.com. I have yet to make it for dinner; that will be soon, though. The restaurant has a good menu and an extensive wine list.
The chilled gazpacho with yogurt creme is excellent on a hot South Florida day. Homemade; not canned.
The Market Salad is a favorite and it has assorted veggies and white balsamic vinaigrette dressing. Topped with grilled chicken, it is certainly a beautiful meal.
City Oyster was one of the first restaurants I went to when I first came to Delray Beach about 9 years ago. It is located at 213 East Atlantic Avenue. Tel. 561-272-0220. Website? www.cityoysterdelray.com. Definitely it is defined as American Cuisine. It has a great bar and very impressive inside. I usually just sit outside having what I love there best; raw oysters. They are from different parts of the country. Served on ice, plump and salty. That’s all I need to say.
Vic & Angelo’s is located at 290 East Atlantic Ave. Tel. 561-278-9570. Website? www.vicandangelos.com. Great atmosphere, good bread, fine wings, and delicious pastas, but one dish that I order every single time is the V & A Caesar Salad. Romaine Hearts, hand shaved Reggiano, white anchovies with the homemade Caesar dressing makes this one of my favorite salads. It is large enough to share; I never do and I never offer either.
After that salad a veal picatta with artichokes, capers and lemon jus…is a favorite, as well.
Bru’s Room is a Sport’s Bar right in the heart of Delray. Along with many types of beers, and plenty of televisions for all the sport aficionados, they serve the best, bar none, Wings. I usually order the Triple Threat. It is a combination of all their wings; BBQ, Sweet ‘N’ Tangy and hot, grilled and topped with minced garlic. You can leave the garlic out or just get like I sometimes do, the Sweet ‘N’ Tangy, but the magic word is Grilled. You can order them for take-out, as well. Call 561-276-3663. Bru’s Room is located at 35 NE 2nd Ave. Website? www.brusroom.com. The wings are gluten free and it is one of the few restaurants that I have encountered in South Florida offering a gluten free menu.
The Office is located at 201 East Atlantic Avenue. Tel. 561-276-3600. Website? www.theofficedelray.com. No ordinary office this is. They serve outdoors, at the bar or indoors. I have had different salads at the office; some are specials but one that is always on their menu and a favorite is the Vinegar Maker’s Salad. Romaine, tomato, avocado, cucumber, carrot, onion, olives, chick peas, and roasted cauliflower. It is even better topped with a fish, beef or chicken. My choice is usually beef.
A resurgence of deviled eggs I have found to be in a lot of restaurants. Their Truffled Deviled Eggs with paprika and chives are so good.
The Dark english Ale Battered Fish with salt and vinegar “chips”, pan fried onion dip, and cole slaw does not have any rivals.
Lemongrass is located at 420 E. Atlantic Avenue. Tel. 561-278-0222. It is a happening spot with plenty of customers enjoying unique fare. I have had, just like in the above mentioned restaurants, plenty of what they have to offer, but, one dish that is outstanding, besides being a conversation piece is their Holly Snapper. Boneless and fried snapper, topped with a garlic sweet chili sauce. I take my time in eating it and savour every last bite. Love it!!
Another favorite and signature dish is the Lobster Monster Roll…crispy lobster, cucumber, scallions, asparagus, masago, I/O with sesame seeds. This is all you need to order.
Delray Beach, let me tell you that you have come a long way….good for you…talk to you later.
January 18th, 2012
New Year & New Expectations; that’s what this post should be called. The Delaware Beaches are becoming more popular every year. The attraction of low property taxes, along with the amenities make the beaches a year-round playground. Tax free shopping, mild winters, beautiful scenery…the towns have been crowded during the week-ends. This is our Second Season and a few quieter months is the perfect time, for us that live here year-round, to truly embrace the beaches.
With that in mind, I want to mention some of my Delaware advertisers, who have been in the area for so many years. I can recommend them all fully because I use them.
Tidewater Realty is located at 32892 Coastal Highway (Rt. 1) at the Starboard Center in Bethany Beach. Tel. 302-539-7500 or toll free 800-888-7501. This is a boutique size real estate company catering to North Bethany and Bethany Beach customers. Website? http://www.tidewaterrealty.com. Tidewater has been a sales leader in the community for 30 years. Personal attention, a friendly staff, rentals and sales. A tip for you is to visit the website and wether your interest is sales or rentals, the website will give you an idea of who they are and what is available. Make your summer rentals choices early; you know how it is….if we have a forecast for a hot summer the prime weeks will go quickly.
Coastal Chem-Dry, is at the forefront of the carpet and upholstery cleaning industry. A green certified company using innovative equipment and powerful cleaning solutions. You can call for a free estimate at 302-645-2800 in Sussex County or 302-234-0200 in New Castle County. Website? www.chem-dry.net/coastal.de. Take advantage of the specials that are now on-going. Visit their website www.chem-dry.net/coastal.de/specials to find out what they are offering.
Please note that once your carpet or upholstery is cleaned by Coastal Chem-Dry, it only takes a couple of hours to dry; not days. And, if you have pets, this is the company to use.
VacationRentals.com is a national rental company. Part of the family of Home Away. I was surprised when last year they contacted me. The properties that are being advertised on my website are in Rehoboth Beach. Check http://www.vacationrentals.com/vacation-rentals/rehoboth-beach-delaware.html. You can also click directly on their website, on the link available on the bottom left hand side of this blog. Events and activities are always happening in Rehoboth. The company has townhouses, single family, and condos all great for taking time off at the beach with a group of friends.
Miken Builders is located at 32782 Cedar Drive, Millville, DE 19967. Tels. Office 302-537-4444, cell 302-381-0773. Website? www.mikenbuilders.com. Mike Cummings is the company’s Founder and CEO. This is a commercial and residential construction company well respected in the community. I have known Mike for many years and no job is too small or too big for him. Find out for yourself and give his company a call. His staff is amazing.
BetterLiving Patio & Sunrooms of Delmarva is under the umbrella of Miken Builders, but a complete different company even though they share the same address. Tel. 302-251-0000. Website? www.betterlivingdelmarva.com. The company is the exclusive provider of BetterLiving 3-season year-round sunrooms and awnings.
Doggies at the Beach – I have said it so many times and here it goes again. You can leave your dog at this cage free, temperature controlled facility, 24 hour supervision with total confidence. Jim and his staff are wonderful and animal lovers. Doggies at the Beach is located on Rt. 24 at 18806 John J. Williams Highway. Tel. 302-644-8200. Website? www.doggiesatthebeach.com. They offer grooming for dogs and cats, training for different levels of your dog’s life, web cams so that you can check you pooch while away and in case you would like a drawing of your pet; DJ who is in charge of the pooches at night can draw your pet. For more info. call the office and talk to Jim. Here are a few of his drawings.
  
Note: The above mentioned companies can be accessed directly from my website. Just click on their site and you will be directed immediately to all the information they have available.
And…..if you decided you would like to advertise on AboutMyBeaches, then $500/year will get you a banner on my website with personal attention, of course.
Have a good one!!
January 12th, 2012
Once I started thinking about them, coffee in hand, out the door I went to find the perfect doughnut.
I found it, but I knew they were there all along; hot cake doughnuts, made to order while you wait.
The Fractured Prune originally started in Ocean City, Maryland, back in the 70’s. The Fractured Prune in Rehoboth Beach is a franchise. Jody and Diane Smith are the owners and operators of this popular doughnut shoppe. And, that is one of the secrets of a successful doughnut shop; the owners work the shoppe and make sure that perfect, hot, crispy doughnut comes out of the fryer just the right way.
You cannot miss The Fractured Prune. The building has bold colors and a catchy sign. It is located at 20214 Coastal Highway, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971. Tel. 302-227-0747. Website? www.fracturedprune.com. Even though it is a franchise, The Fractured Prune is independently owned and operated.
The dough is homemade, as well as all the glazes and toppings. You create the doughnut and they will make it for you.
I found the doughnut to be the perfect size. When you bite into it, it is crispy; the cake inside melts in your mouth. I was telling Diane doughnut shoppes are happy places; people don’t even mind the wait.
Diane and Jody invited me to make some of the doughnuts. So there I was waiting for them to go into the fryer, then flip, and finally coming out. Then, glazes and toppings.
From right to left these were the doughnuts “we” made: Carnival, French Toast, Smores, Strawberry Cake, Banana Nut Bread and Apple Pie.
Believe me, the doughnuts are good on their own, without any glazes. The flavor and texture are superb. Diane says she puts cheese, at times, on hers.
The secret is that the doughnuts are hot and out of the fryer. The glazes and toppings are light. The Fractured Prune also has one good cup of coffee, as well.
Jody gave me the Sand Doughnut and I would go back for this one every day. It had a light honey glaze with a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar. I didn’t even feel guilty.
A popular dessert item is the “Hole in One”. This is a hot doughnut of your choice topped with one scoop of vanilla or chocolate ice cream.
The Fractured Prune also has bagels and breakfast sandwiches. Besides coffee, they also serve orange juice, milk, frozen smoothies, and other cold beverages.
The shoppe is fun, bright; perfect for birthday parties, and groups. Call them if you would like to set something up.
Their winter hours are week-ends. Another holiday week-end starts tomorrow, Friday. They will be open.
Jody and Diane are a husband and wife team, making beautiful doughnuts in Rehoboth Beach. Really, they are….talk to you later.
January 11th, 2012
“Lewes has always been essentially a seafaring town. Blessed with an excellent harbor, Lewes is home to a large fleet of charter fishing boats stationed on the canal along Anglers Rd. It is also the base of the Delaware Bay and River Pilots Association, whose members guide cargo vessels to and from the ports of Wilmington and Philadelphia. The University of Delaware College of Earth, Ocean & Environment makes Lewes its home.” lewes chamber of commerce
At times I ask friends what they have been up to and usually the answer is Out & About. So, that’s what I just did Tuesday when I went to Lewes to visit 3 friends. What would I do without them? Don’t know. I find myself so lucky to have so many really good friends. The other day I reposted on Facebook something to the effect that “it did not matter how serious life gets, you want to count on those friends you can be stupid with”. These ladies are definitely on that level of friendship.
Lewes had taken the Christmas decorations down. New year and new expectations for all the coastal towns. The merchants were happy with the holidays; plenty of shoppers, fantastic weather, beautiful scenery. Second Street is the Main Street in Lewes; a quiet day in Lewes it was.
Our choice for lunch was Striper Bites. Lewes offers its visitors and residents many good restaurants within walking distance. Striper Bites is located at 107 Savannah Rd., almost where Savannah Rd. meets Second St. Tel. 302-645-4657. Website? www.striperbites.com. It is a most loved neighborhood restaurant with 2 other sister restaurants in Lewes; Kindle and Half Full.
Striper Bites opens year-round, full bar, plenty of seating; in the summer outdoor dining is available all the way into fall. Please note that they will be taking a well deserved rest; closing on Sunday, 1/15 until Thursday, 2/9.
Our server had to come a few times to our table. You know how it is, we were trying to out talk each other; catching up.
We had a laid back lunch. Since we are trying to watch our figure after the holidays then soup and salad is what we ordered. To tell you the truth I should probably be eating a piece of lettuce and call it a day. Anyway, this is what we had.
Jody and I decided on the Striper Bites House Salad. This salad was a mixture of fresh greens with archichoke hearts, roma tomatoes, kalamata olives, cukes, red onion rings tossed in Italian vinaigrette and topped with toasted pinenuts and crumbled bleu cheese. Jody and I decided to substitute the bleu cheese for feta cheese.
I thought the salad was very good. After some of the food I had been eating lately, it was refreshing and light. Toasted pinenuts added that extra crunch.
Our friend, Debbie D, had the same salad with the bleu cheese but she went the extra mile of topping it with grilled Rockfish. She thought it was delicious. We live on the coast and seafood is the specialty of many of our restaurants.
One friend that does not need to watch her weight is the other Debbie that was with us. Nevertheless, a hearty beef vegetable barley soup hit the spot. Nothing better than soup on a chilly day. She thought it was well seasoned and the barley and vegetables were enough for a light lunch.
I looked around and the restaurant was crowded. Good to see the people Out & About.
A few cups of coffee and tea completed what I always find a priceless time with friends.
Please note that Striper Bites opens Mondays through Saturdays from 11:30 until closing. Check the website for specials and events; they have plenty. It is closed on Sundays and….No reservations.
January 7th, 2012
Is early in the morning and I wonder if I am writing this post out of guilt. Well, I have to admit it; I fell off the New Year’s resolution wagon yesterday. What could I do? My son asked me to go to Nicola Pizza, right here in Rehoboth Beach. I couldn’t say no. I also could not let him eat that well done pizza with sweet peppers and onions all by himself. I went willingly; no twisting of the arm there.
But today is a new day and I am back on the saddle again. I have to be kind to myself. I started analyzing my pizza. Vegetable, cheese, bread. That’s not so bad. Well, 3 pieces is a little too much. My confession is that even though in our household we eat gluten free, pizza is one thing that has not been perfected if you are on a gluten free diet. Sorry, but there is nothing better than a regular pizza. When you have not had it for some time, believe me, it’s heaven. So, enough of that and on with the post. It’s good to get it off my chest.
What brought me to Nutrition Cottage in Delray Beach was the fact that I was having trouble finding gluten free products in the area. It has been about 3 years since my husband started eating gluten free and believe me, you learn a lot while going through the process of adjusting yourself to another way of eating. The restaurants and grocery stores in South Florida have come a long way, but there is still work to be done.
That’s why it was a breath of fresh air when I found Nutrition Cottage, right on Atlantic Avenue. The address is 407 E. Atlantic Ave., tel. 561-272-8571. The store in Delray has been there for over 12 years. There is also another location in Boyton Beach at 1815 S. Federal Highway, tel. 561-734-4626. That store has been in that location for over 20 years. The website? http://www.nutritioncottage.com.
When you first see the store from the outside you might think that it is not that big; believe me, it is deceiving. It goes all the way to the back, ending with a Cafe/Bar area where you can order, smoothies, fresh juices, protein shakes, sandwiches, salads and one good cup of coffee.
I heard someone said, Do you need any help? I really was browsing for a lotion. I was already taken care of by Brenda. Anyway, he introduced himself. He was Mark Stowe who is the owner of Nutrition Cottage. He has been a licensed nutritionist for 32 years. He was also past President of the Natural Products Assoc. He is available for private nutritional counseling by appointment. If you are interested give the store a call.
He told me that his wife Karen does all the special orders for the Delray store and that if I ever needed anything to give her a call, as well.
I asked if I could take some pictures for my blog and he graciously agreed. I then went my own way checking things out.
The moisturizing cream I bought was from a company called Mountain Ocean from Boulder, Colorado. The line is called Skin Trip (Coconut). I love how quickly your skin absorbs it; no greasy feeling. The coconut smell is so nice too. If you want to know more about it, check www.mountainocean.com.
A corner with cosmetics from a line called Gabriel. They are 100% natural ingredients, no synthetic chemicals or animal by-products and no testing is ever done on animals. The colors looked nice. I do have friends who are allergic to a lot of the products used on make-up, so this might be something worth trying. The website is www.gabrielcosmeticsinc.com.
Even though my concern was looking for gluten free items, the store has an abundance of nutritional products and groceries.
For the person interested in gluten free items you will find pastas, sauces, cookies, pancake mixes, cookie mixes, cookies, brownies, crackers, dressings and so much more. There is a freezer with plenty of gluten free breads to choose including French baguettes.
The staff is very knowledgeable so you will not have any problems, whether is a gluten allergy or any other related food allergy or concern.
Nutrition Cottage has award winning organic wines.
For the ones that one to pick out something for take out, there is plenty to choose from.
Check their website. It is a wellness reference library in itself, with recipes, information, events, coupons and links. I signed up and get coupons right to my e-mail.
That one cup of coffee…..it was so good; no kidding….I grabbed my cup and parked myself in one of their outdoor tables….people watching, warm weather, sunny day, palm trees….couldn’t complain.
Note: Nutrition Cottage has Blood Analysis. For more information on what this entails, please call the shop at 561-272-8571.
Have a beautiful day…talk to you later.
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