May 7th, 2011
We really had a gorgeous day here in the Delmarva Peninsula. When Spring shows its colors, it is truly beautiful. Definitely, my favorite times of the year are Spring and Fall. A day like today, I could take it every day.
I got an e-mail from the Delray GreenMarket and it was so cute. It was about the reasons why Moms deserve their own Holiday.
She brought you into this world — through her own body.
For at least 2 years, she changed your dirty diapers.
Her first instinct was and is always to stick up for you.
Her lullabies, and later her lectures, could put you to sleep. Isn’t that the truth!!
“When you’re a mother, you’ll understand” turned out to be true.
Her chauffeur services and there were many, were first-rate.
She cooked your favorite meal when you came hom from college. Cooked for your friends too.
She did your laundry when you came home from college.
 The golf course looked fantastic!! Two words; homemade pie.
Mom does the worrying for everyone in the family!!
She taught you to play fair and watch your mouth.
She is there 24/7!! That’s my own comment.
So, to all of you who are Mothers in many ways; an aunt, a mentor, a grandmother, a stepmother, a teacher, I wish you a great day.
May 1st, 2011
“Music speaks what cannot be expressed, soothes the mind and gives it rest, heals the heart and makes it whole, flows from heaven to the soul.”
With that in mind, there was no better place to to listen to music, on Saturday, than at the Rusty Rudder in Dewey Beach.
The Greaseband was the first to perform, early in the afternoon but the Rudder’s deck was packed. It was a chilly afternoon; some of us felt it, and some others were feeling no pain.
It really was so pretty and the Rusty Rudder sits right on the bay; scenic is the word.
The moment The Greaseband started playing people were dancing. Their music reminisce so many good years of clean, fun music. The people in attendance were a mix. Some young; babies in tow and some, well, a little more mature. I would like to think I was in the middle of the pack with Shelley, Paula, Mike and a few others we met.
I looked at everyone on the deck and every single person was smiling and dancing. Letting their hair down. Some let their hair down so much, they were dancing on tables.
The Greaseband has been together for 38 years. Amazing that they have been able to keep it together for such a long time. Big following. This was the first performance of many in Dewey Beach. Check their website www.greaseband.com.
Then, champagne was served to every one for a toast on Admiral Dewey Day. A proclamation and a celebration. In 1981 Rusty Rudder showed up at the Delaware beaches. A restaurant, a bar and a music venue. This season promises to be a fun one in Dewey as the Rusty Rudder celebrates all summer long its 30 years.
Have a great day!! Talk to you later….
April 29th, 2011
Outdoor activities and music. This lively coastal town is starting to wake up after a long winter. If you are at the Delaware Beaches, this is what you will expect to find in Dewey.
Saturday, 4/30 – It’s a Town-Wide Yard Sale. Homeowners and property owners are participating in this event and extending you an invitation to come and shop throughout Dewey Beach. It is a Treasure Fest Community Yard Sale beginning at 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.
Saturday, 4/30 – It is the 6th Annual DoodlesinDewey. It will meet at Saulsbury St. at 9:30 a.m. This event is for the whole family to enjoy and participate. Watch dogs run free, buy raffle tickets or just enjoy your time at the beach. All proceeds benefit Food and Friends organization which delivers food to home-bound men and women. More info? Check these 2 websites; www.foodandfriends.org and www.doodlesindewey.com.
Saturday, 4/30 – Rusty Rudder, 113 Dickinson St. and On the Deck at 3:00 p.m. is the very loved The Greaseband. This is one of those bands that have a big following at our beaches and have been around for a long time. They put up quite a performance.
Later, in the evening, at 9:00 p.m. the performers will be Kristen and The Noise. If you are wondering about the deck, do not worry because it is tented and heated.
Have a great time!!! Talk to you later…
April 22nd, 2011
 Peeps are Gluten Free and you can get them Sugar Free too!!
The forecast does not sound too promising for our Beaches but nevertheless, there are Easter Egg Hunts that need to be taken care of. We cannot disappoint the little ones.
Saturday, April 23rd is the 4th Annual Alley Oop Egg Scoop Easter Egg Hunt
2 Separate Egg Hunts – One for ages 8 – 12 will start at 10 a.m. The hunt for ages 2 – 7 will start at 12 Noon.
Location? New Orleans St. Beach in Dewey Beach. Rain or Shine. Prizes or candy in all eggs.
The GOLDEN egg will win 1/2 off week of skim camp. Call 302-227-7087, or e-mail alleyoopskim@hotmail.com to register. Please include child’s name age and e-mail address. You can also register on Saturday.
All participants will receive 10% off in the Alley Scoop Shop, located at 2000 Hwy. One, Unit 106, Dewey Beach. This is a skimboarding shop in business for 11 years. Website? www.alleyoopskim.com.
Sunday, 4/24 is the Easter Brunch and Egg Hunt at the Rusty Rudder located at 113 Dickinson St.
The Brunch will start at 10:00 a.m. and it is $16. Children 12 and under will pay $10 and children under 5 will pay $1 for each year of age.
The hunt will start at 2:00 p.m. and it is free. There will be prizes and give-aways.
More info? Please call 302-227-3888.
Have a great Easter Egg Hunt….talk to you later….
April 11th, 2011
Earth Day, or as it used to be called, Arbor Day is on April 22nd. In reality, the whole month of April is considered to be Earth Month. As we all try ways to live an eco-friendly lifestyle, I could not help to think about one of my advertisers, Coastal Chem-Dry.
Coastal Chem-Dry of Sussex & New Castle Counties is independently and locally owned. Their telephones are: Sussex 302-645-2800, New Castle 302-234-0200. Website? www.chem-dry.net/coastal.de
As spring gets underway; by the way today is a perfect example of a nice spring day. You can smell it in the air. My friends are all getting yards ready, gutters cleaned, power washing this or that, spring cleaning of closets and carpet cleaning.
Coastal Chem-Dry is a green carpet cleaning company and green certified. The products are non toxic; the carpets dry quickly. Their primary cleaner, The Natural, is safe and non-toxic.
If you have pets in your house, I don’t care how “good” they are, there are accidents to attend to. Chem-Dry has a specially formulated product to eliminate stains and odors. It is called P.U.R.T., which stands for Pet Urine Removal Treatment. If you need this treatment, once the carpet is treated, plastic is put over the spots for 24 hours. Then, all you do is vacuum over the treated areas. That simple.
If you call the Sussex County number above mentioned, you will talk to Angie. A few of my friends have already met him. All it took was one call and he was there immediately. Personalized service is something to be said about. And by the way, he is very friendly and thorough.
Have a great day!!!….It is warm, finally….
April 7th, 2011
As the weeks go by I can see that Dewey is getting ready. After a long, quiet winter they make up during the summer. It is casual, fun, and young. A couple of interesting events are on the schedule for the coming days.
Saturday, 4/9 – Gallagher at the Bay Center right in Ruddertowne. Comedy at the Beach is in its 8th season at the Beaches. They bring national talent to our area to help support a local non-profit school. You can check what they are all about by visiting their website www.comedyatthebeach.com.
The event starts at 8:30 p.m. but the doors will open at 7:00 p.m. A cash bar will be available. For tickets and more info. please visit the above mentioned website.
Bringing Gallagher to the beach will raise funds for The Jefferson School. This school is a non-profit independent, co-educational day school located in Georgetown, Delaware. For more information, please visit www.jeffersonschool.com.
Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, 4/15 – 4/17 - DIY Greyt Little Greyhound Event – I did not know that the greyhounds also came to the beach to celebrate spring. It is good to see them come back for a relaxed week-end; taking advantage of hopefully good weather and uncrowded beaches.
Springtime for Greyhounds in Dewey Beach VII will have a week-end full of activities for the 4-legged creatures and their owners, as well. For more information, registration, etc. etc., please visit www.deweyspring.info.
Friday – 4/15 - Chickfest? Yes, that’s what it is called. The venue? Rusty Rudder, in the heart of Dewey Beach, on the Bay at 113 Dickinson St. It will certainly be ladies night in Dewey as female led bands perform at the Rudder. For more info., please visit http://www.deweybeachfest.com/chickfest/
Saturday, 4/16 – Delaware Music Festival – Venue? Rusty Rudder. 4 different stages. No Cover. Come and enjoy Delaware’s top original acts. For more info., please visit www.deweybeachfest.com/demusicfest/
You can check Dewey’s schedule for entertainment at www.deweybeachlife.com.
Have a great day and talk to you later…..
April 1st, 2011
If you were to drive through the Town of Dewey Beach today, you would be surprised at how quiet it is. Don’t let that fool you. This is a town that has become a destination for those who are young, and for some of us that want to keep being young.
The bay on one side and the ocean on the other. In between? Restaurants, watersports, bars, and lots of entertainment.
April 1st seemed like a good day to start opening a few of those places in Dewey that have become so popular with visitors and residents alike.
Que Pasa? Well, this Cantina is opening today. Outdoor sitting is available even though at the moment it is quite chilly at the Delaware Beaches. Indoor sitting is available, as well. Some of their offerings are Chicken Tortilla soup, Homemade Ceviche, Chicken Tamales and Flash fried Empanadas, Shrimp a la Plancha, among many others. Their tel. is 302-227-4333. Website? www.deweybeachlife.com.
Rusty Rudder is also opening today. Their tel. is 302-227-3888. Website? www.ruddertowneusa.com. Tonight’s entertainment will be Mike Hines & The Look at 9:00 p.m. His website, in case you want to know what they are all about, is http://www.mikehines.com.
On Saturday, 4/2, the entertainment will be SpeakerCity and it will start at 9:00 p.m. For more info. on this band, please check their website http://www.speakercityrocks.com.
Lighthouse will be opening up on Monday 4/4 with their all you can eat wings for $10. Then on Friday, 4/8 they will have their now famous Taco Toss at the Lighthouse. Saturday, 4/9 will be Bullbuckers Live. Their genre is Ska, Reggae, and Soul. For more info. on this band go to their website, http://www.bullbuckers.com.
The Bottle & Cork will be opening May 7th and North Beach will be opening May 20th.
Have a great week-end…talk to you later….
March 2nd, 2011
Risotto is usually served as a primo, or first course. I like it as a main course; yes, it is pretty filling. Usually, I like to cook it when I have had enough chicken, beef or seafood. Served with a green salad, it does make a nice meal. Add your favorite wine; and then it is not just a nice meal, but the perfect meal.
This Italian dish of rice cook in broth in a creamy consistency is also perfect on chilly nights. That is has a lot of carbs? Well, that’s true; still good, though.
Arborio is the rice used for risottos. It is a short gran rice, named after the town of Arborio. The round grains are firm, creamy, and chewy. Also, this rice is used in rice pudding.
The other night I fixed a very simple risotto with a little Asiago cheese, green onions and peas. I know, it is sort of a pain to stir the rice until the broth evaporates, but it is worth it.
A Simple Risotto
1 cup uncooked Arborio rice
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup green onions
3 cups chicken broth (low sodium)
1 cup small peas
1 cup Asiago cheese, grated very thin
Saute onion and butter on medium heat for a few minutes; I did 5 minutes.
Add rice and also stir for a minutes, as well.
Stir in 1 cup of broth and keep on stirring until the broth is absorbed. If the medium heat is too high then lower it a bit. You want the rice to keep absorbing the broth; be patience. Cooking cannot be rushed.
Gradually, keep adding the rest of the broth, 1/2 cup to 1 cup at a time. I did it 1/2 cup at a time. You want the broth completely absorbed before adding the next 1/2 cup.
Taste it and if you feel it needs more broth, well you know what to do. Then add 1/2 cup of the Asiago cheese and stir. You can add more, if you want to.
Then the peas should be added. Stir it all together.
Serve and garnish with more Asiago cheese. Add a salad and you will, definitely, have a meal.
Note: Serves 4. By the way, this recipe is gluten free.
Enjoy and make it your own….talk to you later….
 
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