May 25th, 2013
Bonjour! I have a friend that says that I have quite an imagination, calling it “A Slice of France In Southern Delaware”. Well, crepes are the street foods of France. These thin pancakes come from the Latin word “crispa”, which means curled. They are quite diverse; eat them at street stalls or in fine dining; enjoy as an entree or as a dessert. In Rehoboth Beach, you can sit outside and enjoy this authentic French Cafe.
Here, in Rehoboth Beach you will find Cafe Papillon, located on the ocean block, in the Penny Lane Mall, which can be accessed by parking either on Rehoboth Avenue or Wilmington Avenue. The address is: Penny Lane Mall, 42 Rehoboth Avenue. Tel. 302-227-7568. Website? http://www.cafepapillon.com. It is open from 8 a.m. until 10 p.m. Cash only, please.
 
Cafe Papillon is owned by a mother and daughter team, Penny and Maya, since 1994, but Cafe Papillon has been in Rehoboth Beach for 30 years. You can also practice your French since they all speak it. French students come every year for the summer season and help them run it.
You can buy French baked goods, sandwiches made with your choice of croissant or French baguette, and very good coffee, as well.
Jerome was cooking the crepes…he is always there. They are made from scratch. Jody and I showed up and there was a line already. Jerome is your typical French, but Jody engaged him in some conversation and little smile here or there, while I was taking pictures.
We both ordered our crepes. I believe Jody’s had ham and cheese. Mine had egg, smoked salmon, cheese, tomato and chives. The common ingredients found in crepes are flour, eggs, milk, butter and a pinch of salt.
So, first the batter is spread on the hot plate.
Then, the egg came along.
Followed by cheese.
Smoked salmon was next.
Tomato was the last addition.
Jerome gently fold it…a garnish of lemon.
And to my outdoor table to enjoy it with a really good cup of cafe mocha. Voila!
Having breakfast with a friend at the start of Memorial Week-End and Summer of 2013!! Priceless!
Au revoir! Talk to you later.!
May 16th, 2013
I remember when….just a year ago when Leo opened Modern Mixture. My oh my….word of mouth, consistently good food, always a big smile….Leo’s nuevo latino cooking is full of taste and very healthy, as well. His cooking is always fresh; always from scratch.
Modern Mixture is located at 62A Rehoboth Avenue in Downtown Rehoboth Beach, on the ocean block. Tel. 302-227-0600. You can find Modern Mixture on Facebook and Twitter. Website? http://www.modern-mixture.com.
I was so hungry; having starved myself since I had to attend my “low fat” eating group. So, I said to Leo: Necesito algo para almorzar, bajo en grasa. (I need something for lunch, low in fat.) No problem, he said. Not on the menu but I have this meatloaf….what? I meant low fat, Leo. No no, he continued. The meatloaf was made out of chickpeas and beans, with some oatmeal. Just a slight topping of ketchup, mustard, honey, and barbecue sauce. Totally oil free and vegan.
Leo was going to place a small piece of meatloaf on my salad, then add about 1/4 cup of mashed potatoes….again, no oil added to the potatoes, just almond milk. And then, on the other side of the plate he added steamed veggies!! Voila!
It was so tasty and smooth, I could not get over it. I know I was hungry, but it was really soooo good!!
To complete my healthy lunch I had the Green Powerhouse Smoothie with green apple, pineapple, ginger, kale and coconut water. The best way to hydrate and cleanse your body.
Modern Mixture has a liquor license and Leo is going to town with great drinks like ModMix Margarita made with organic Agave juice and fresh lime and lemon juice. The Classic Mojito Cubano with mint, sugar cane, fresh lime juice and lemon-lime soda. Cuba Libre…Bacardi Solera rum, coke and fresh lime juice….Leo, how about Don Q…best rum from Puerto Rico? Anyway, Modern Mixture is offering fun drinks that are going to be very popular this 2013 Summer Season!.
Have a great day….what are you waiting for?
February 8th, 2013
Once again the Delaware Beaches get a break from all the crazy weather going around us. Just rain and wind here…a classic n’or easter!!
Love going to Dos Locos, located at 208 Rehoboth Avenue in Downtown Rehoboth Beach. Tel. 302-227-3353. Website? http://www.doslocos.com. Lots of times we happen to go on a Thursday. They have their stonegrilling specials on that night. It is a full serving. Dos Locos also has a full bar. It is comfortable, casual, and very reasonable. And, they open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner.
They do have an extensive menu. Besides the stonegrills, they also have fajitas, tacos, enchiladas, burritos, etc. etc. Great desserts, as well.
We went with friends and nothing is better than sharing a meal with those who make you laugh. These 2 are those types of friends. Our meals are always a happy time.
One of them started with a frozen Margarita. I think she always requests it. Not from a mix; the real deal.
Alex, our server, he knows us well. And, he takes good care of us. Always offering suggestions that are on target.
Grilling on a hot stone, is dry cooking. It sears and locks the flavors and juices of whatever you are cooking. When the stone arrives at your table, it is over 700 degrees. So, watch out if you have children around you. It will stay hot for the longest time. The food is never burned and only rubs and condiments are used; served on the side.
On this particular night one of our friends decided to try the lobster. It was a very good size and it did look beautiful. Besides the rubs, she ordered melted butter. Of course!!
Another friend decided on lobster and filet…he loved it!
My husband decided on the scallops. Cooking them on the stone is great.
I only wanted their hot, shredded duck tacos; hard shell. I do love those!!
And, I have to thank Alex for bringing that decadent dessert to our table. It was a molten chocolate cake; dense, warm, and full of flavor….ice cream and whipped cream!! Nice.
Please note that Dos Locos offers Gluten Free Menus! Also, please check their website, above mentioned….they are ready for Mardi Gras and Ash Wednesday. They also have a Friday Lenten Menu.
Have a good week-end!! Talk to you later.
November 18th, 2012
“We like to keep a constant rotation of beverages and fresh food on hand, that’s why we update our menu daily.” henlopen city oyster house
With that in mind, my friend, Debbie, and I decided on this restaurant for lunch. She had asked me to choose…believe it or not, I had never been. I must be the only one in Rehoboth Beach who has not. Henlopen City Oyster House is located at 50 Wilmington Avenue in Downtown Rehoboth Beach. Tel. 302-260-9193. Website? http://www.hcoysterhouse.com. It opens at Noon for lunch and for dinner, as well. No reservations.
As you entered the restaurant, to the left was the bar. Already the Sunday football fans were taking their places. The bar was crowded and the oyster bar was busy.
It is an oyster house, therefore, a wide variety of oysters are available. Please check their selections. Have in mind that they get updated all the time. http://www.hcoysterhouse.com/specialy.html.
We were surprised to see friends from Ocean City. They had plates full of oysters.
We chose to sit in their dining room. It was comfortable with large windows, and the perfect spot to catch up.
The lunch and dinner menu looked great. Fresh seafood and local foods, supporting the local farmers is something this restaurant takes seriously.
The question to my server was…If you have never eaten here, what would be the dish that would really hook you? There was no hesitation on her part when she answered…New England Lobster Roll or the Lobster Reuben. She said they were delicious.
For me that did it. An order of their Lobster Reuben. Lobster salad, cole slaw, thousand island dressing, gruyere, grilled rye, served with a choice of side. I decided on the side salad since this sandwich was going to be big. When it was placed in front of me, it looked great. The bread nice and thick….the first bite had my taste buds dancing. I was hoping I did not have to share.
Debbie went all out, by ordering their Classic Oyster Stew. It was made in a traditional Eastern Shore classic way with cream, oyster liquor, Worcestershire Sauce, Tabasco, and Old Bay. It was a little thicker than the one I just had last week in Philadelphia. Great flavor and consistency.
She decided on the Henlopen City Po’Boy Sandwich. Debbie chose the Po’Boy made with a combination of scallops and shrimp. This sandwich was huge, with Creole mustard marinated cabbage, pickled red onions, soft roll. Her side was the Mac & Cheese, which was creamy, well seasoned with a hint of nutmeg.
No dessert was necessary….a walk around Downtown Rehoboth Beach is what we needed.
We really enjoyed it….great to get together with good friends…Priceless!! Talk to you later.
November 13th, 2012
The perfect pairing; Women & Wine. This is a series of dinner events taking place at Lupo di Mare, located at 247 C Rehoboth Avenue, in the Hotel Rehoboth, right in Downtown Rehoboth Beach. If you are not doing anything tonight, and would like to be included in the opening night for Women & Wine Club, please call Lisa Wheeler at 302-644-1200.
Just think of it. It is a bit cooler, rain in the forecast….4 courses: roasted butternut squash and coconut bisque, toasted pine nuts, evoo, hand rolled rock shrimp manicotti, sweet ricotta, tomato basil cream, spicy Dijon and goat cheese crusted rack of lamb, sweet potato tart, grilled scallions, and a sweet ending of chocolate s’mores tart, graham cracker crust, chocolate pudding, and charred marshmallows. The doors open at 6:30 p.m. Dinner will be served at 7:00 p.m. $39.00/person; gratuity not included.
Every course is paired with a different wine. The wines selected, each has a different charitable cause; from breast cancer to autism. Tonight’s charitable donation will be to the Global Delaware Fund. This organization was founded by Matt Haley and is dedicated to providing goods and services to children at risk in distressed situations in Delaware and abroad. If you would like to know more about it, please visit http://www.theglobaldelawarefund.org.
Lupo di Mare has specials every day of the week. Please check them at http://www.lupodimarerehoboth.com. Tel. 302-226-2240
On election night we decided to get something to eat. Our choice for that evening was Lupo. I like the looks of the restaurant. Modern with clean lines.
Arriving early, I was able to take some pictures. As you can see, it is very open with large windows overlooking Rehoboth Avenue.
Their bread is so good; a bit sweet with a sprinkle of salt. Good combination.
Our appetizers:
An order of Marinated Olives with julienned sun dried tomatoes, toasted spices and virgin oil. The colors as intense as the flavors.
One of my favorite dishes at Lupo is the Shaved Brussels Sprouts. Just 3 ingredients; sprouts, truffle oil, pecorino.
Our entrees:
Not on the menu all the time…ask if they have the Lamb Shank. This dishes is so perfect for this time of the year. Full of flavor, the meat falling off the bone.
An entree of Gnocchi & Gorgonzola Cream, had shaved green apples, baby arugula, roasted garlic, pepper, rosemary and toasted walnuts. Also, a very well received meal.
I really enjoyed my Eggplant Parmesan. It has broccoli rabe, fried eggplant, fresh tomato sauce, shredded mozzarella and herbs. The eggplant was light and crispy and had the right amount of sauce and cheese.
No need for dessert; just a cappuccino!!
Talk to you later. Have a good one!!
Noe: Lupo di Mare…accommodating those with gluten allergies.
September 19th, 2012
Gastronomy is the art of food eating. In Rehoboth Beach we have one of those restaurants that is a blend of gastronomy and pub. Connoisseurs of beers will tell you that this pub is known for having a wide variety of beers; among those, are the local brews; Delaware and Maryland.
The Pickled Pig Pub is located at 18756 Coastal Highway, on Rt. 1 Harbor Square, Rehoboth Beach. Tel. 302-645-5444. Website? http://www.pickledpigpub.com. It opens at 11:30 a.m. Dinner starts at 5:00 p.m. Happy Hours from 4 p.m. until 6 p.m. Plenty of parking available.
As I write this post I am starting to get hungry. Even though the Pickled Pig Pub offers dinner, I have only gone for lunch. My post is based on my lunch experiences with my friend, Jody, and my son Michael at different times.
As you go into the restaurant you will have a couple of seating choices. Tables and booths. You can also sit at the bar, which is located towards the end of the restaurant.
A cheese board that changes regularly will get your attention.
The very first I came to the Pickled Pig it was because I wanted to try their fried pickles. I had heard so much about them. They are home battered, Kosher-dills with a spicy dipping sauce. They are truly delicious. So far, they are my favorites in the area.
This past year I have gotten into fish tacos more than ever. Every time I see them on the menu, I will try them. The Pickled Pig’s Twin Battered Fish Tacos with pickled red onions, jalapenos, shredded cabbage, pico de gallo, cilantro and a chipotle sauce will become favorites, without a doubt. I believe the day I had these ones, the fish used was grouper.
On one of my visits, my server, suggested I tried the Pork Flatliner. It turned out to be a really good sandwich. It is also pretty big. You might not be able to have the fried pickles if you are ordering this one. It had smoked pit ham, sredded pork, pork belly bacon, smoked cheddar, southern B.B.Q. style sauce and pickles on a toasted panini.
The Warm Pretzel Turkey Sandwich was tried by one of my fellow diners and he loved it. It is a big portion. The combination of shaved turkey, red onions, and cranberry cream cheese on a toasted pretzel bread, definitely hit the spot.
I love a good Cubano. The version served at the Pickled Pig did not disappoint. It was smoked pit ham, shredded pork, pickles, Swiss cheese and a Dijon spread on a pressed panini roll.
I do enjoy salads and I order them all the time; mostly for lunch. The Southwestern Salad at the Pickled Pig has grilled chicken, chopped lettuces, pico de gallo, queso fresco, plenty of jalapenos!!, tortilla strips and a chipotle ranch dressing. If you like jalapenos, this salad is for you.
Jody decided on the Asian Bistro Salad. I have had this salad before and it is perfect on a hot summer day. Or, when you want something a little lighter. It had crispy wontons, napa-bok choy cabbages, cilantro, carrots, spicy ginger vinaigrette, and peanuts.
A little local beer from Evolution was the perfect addition to their meal.
The Pickled Pig Pug has plenty of events going on at the present time. Their Beer Dinners are worth checking into. To find out about their events, please visit http://www.pickledpigpub.com/specials.php.
Note: The Pickled Pig has a frequent diners card. Ask for it when you go.
The Pickled Pig Pub has a sister restaurant in Downtown Rehoboth Beach. It is called The Pig + Fish. Check out their website at http://www.thepigandfish.com.
Have fun discovering all the eateries in Rehoboth Beach!! Talk to you later.
September 17th, 2012
I must have looked like I did not know where I was going, as I checked Eden’s menu. Two couples said “there are no bad restaurants in Rehoboth Beach”. I turned around and answered “I know, I live here”. With that the conversation continued as to what restaurant they should go to on Sunday evening. I told them that my choice was Eden. I quickly told them a bit about the restaurant and I also told them about other restaurants in the area. Then I said “read my post on AboutMyBeaches”.
In the meantime, my friends arrived. We were looking forward to this dinner. I mean it when I say that Eden has never failed me. The combination of presentation, creativity and taste really does set them apart. It is quiet inside, with just the right music on the background. Tables and booths are the choices of seating.
Eden is located at 23 Baltimore Avenue, in Downtown Rehoboth Beach. Tel. 302-227-3330. Website? http://www.edenrestaurant.com. The restaurant also has outdoor dining. On summer nights or balmy fall evenings, it is a nice place to have dinner.
Danielle was going to be taking care of us. She was so attentive and so professional. Her suggestions were perfect. I wanted to try something different and she guided me to dishes that contained amazing flavors.
When reviewing a restaurant, it can be said that we eat with our eyes at first; a beautiful presentation starts the process. Eden offers that and so much more. You don’t want it to end.
So, on Sunday night this was our experience.
Only 2 of us wanted appetizers, and we both ordered the same thing. Truffled parsnip and Mushroom Salad – Spinach, Toasted Hazelnuts, Ricotta Salata. Danielle told us how the salad was wrapped and how the flavors with the toasted hazelnuts were going to be so different and good. She was right!
An entree of Wasabi/Sesame Crusted #1 Ahi Tuna, with sticky rice, seaweed salad, wasabi, and soy sauce. This tuna will melt in your mouth.
Another entree that was very well received was the Grilled Broken Arrow Ranch Antelope, toasted Farro, heirloom carrots, Fifer white peaches, brussel sprouts, blueberry/black cardamon savory demi.
An order of grilled artichokes hearts for the table…tasty.
The Pan Roasted Salmon was beautiful and got good reviews, as well. It had a lima and white bean saute, crispy rutabaga, maitake mushrooms, creamy butternut squash puree, and mizuna pesto.
I loved my entree. I really did. It was Braised Pork Ragu, with caramelized pearl onions, roasted apples, wild mushroom confit, rosemary fazzoletti and nutmeg/ricotta foam. Lots of different flavors in this dish. A fazzoletti is a pasta handkerchief; they are delicate.
Our dinner ended with a Tribute to the Candy Bar!! Layers of peanut butter and dark chocolate mousse, ganache and sea salt. Everything edible!!
Always love having dinner with friends….it seemed that the evening went so fast!! Until next time. Talk to you later.
Note: Eden has a full bar. It also offers catering and has room for private parties. And, they are sensitive to those customers with gluten allergies. On Wednesday evenings is Steakhouse Night. Prix Fixe Menu. $35 for 3 courses. Save the date of Friday, 10/12 when there will be a Jazz Wine Dinner.
March 4th, 2012
Not having gone out of the house all day, on Saturday, we decided to take a drive through Rehoboth Ave. I could not believe how crowded it was. It had been a rainy day, but at this time of the evening, the weather had cleared, and visitors were ready to start their evening.
Downtown Rehoboth Beach is a very walkable town; restaurants, shops, and entertainment venues are at close proximity.
We decided to stop at Fins located at 243 Rehoboth Avenue. Tel. 302-226-FIN. Website? www.finsrawbar.com.
We just wanted a few drinks and some of their delicious oysters and clams. It is a full fledge restaurant, but we chose their Bar. It had a cozy atmosphere; crowded. The saying “where everyone is your friend”, fits them perfectly.
Fins has two floors for dining, but, you can also eat at the bar.
It is well known for the seafood, but the restaurant offers beef and chicken dishes from local purveyors, as well. Sandwiches like lobster rolls, po’ boys, crabcakes; and hamburgers, soups you name it. A description of their dishes are found on the website. But, better yet, pay them a visit. They are open 7 days a week for dinner starting at 4:00 p.m. On Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, Fins opens for lunch, as well, from 11:30 until 4:00 p.m.
We came in and immediately decided to check their oyster menu. It changes all the time, with Fins, offering the freshest oysters available. Oysters are inspected right after they have been shucked. No way are you going to get a bad oyster here.
The beer board was up offering also custom crafted beers. To the right you can see percentages of the alcohol level found in each.
A little conversation here or there with some of the patrons…it was time to order some oysters. The first oysters ordered were Blue Points; plump, meaty and sweet.
The next oysters ordered were the White Caps. These oysters were smaller but so delicious. Salty, which is the way we like them.
I decided to go with steamed clams. I love raw oysters but really do enjoy the clams, as well. These clams were so good; small and tasty. More than a dozen were ordered.
Having satisfied our cravings, we decided to go home. It was getting to the point when plenty of diners were arriving. This restaurant is one of those neighborhood restaurants that can mingle their more matured customers with the younger crowd. It really was fun to watch.
Have a great day!!
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