The menu should be part of the entertainment, part of the dining experience. The 3 Cs “I like my food like my fashion: Casual, Classy, and with a Touch of Couture”.
And so our dining experience took us to The Grove Market, located at 12402 Saint Martins Neck Rd., Bishopville, MD 21813. Tel. 410-352-5055. This location is right outside Ocean City.
Crushed seashells pave the parking lot. Flags, a pizza sign, whimsical too. I believe the restaurant only has about 10 tables. And, yes, it is hard to get a reservation so give yourself about 2 weeks. Call, leave a message, give a few dates. If you like to eat late, I suggest you do so. Last reservation is at 9 p.m. Cash only. Checks accepted. It gets crowded in the summer. They only serve wine and beer.
Our reservation was at 8:30 a few weekends ago. This past Sunday, November 17th they closed until the beginning of May. For some of you it might be too late to eat but for us it was the perfect time to enjoy a relaxing dinner. John McDonal was the Chef Extraordinare, from Delaware, he works his magic in a very small kitchen. He has an amazing reputation and a wine connoisseur.
There is no menu. Out loud at your dinner table or if you are seated in the back it will be for the few tables to hear. You need to pay attention because they do offer a lot, both for the appetizers and the entrees.
You will find at the Grove Market quality in their ingredients, culinary competence because John MacDonald outdoes himself every time, service is personal and attentive. The ambiance? Well, you can see by the photos that it is a little quirky. Come hungry because they serve healthy portions. About $100 per person give or take.
The menu changes but they do have a lot of the customers’ favorites throughout the season.
Crab RemickNo Noodles Beef Stroganoff
I usually order the duck. It is a Delaware duck, roasted with a semi-sweet sauce and chutney. It is so good….only bones left on the plate kind of a dish.
On this particular night I let TC order it and I ordered a shrimp and crab dish. Crabs from Smith Island, no less, with a bit of Sherry and a slight kick to the dish. Yummy.
The breadsticks are a reminder that once upon a time this little restaurant was also a Pizza place.
I can honestly tell you that everything at the Grove Market is consistently good. Other dishes that are delicious are:
The Rack of Lamb
The Scallops
The Crab Cakes
There are several desserts to try but it seems that one of the most popular ones is the Bumbleberry Pie. There is no such thing as a Bumbleberry…it is just a mixture of berries.
Leslie, the owner, had time to chat on our visit which was great since in the summer there is, practically, no time.
It is a special place. Keep it in mind when you visit next season. You will not be disappointed.
Until next time…..Have a Happy Thanksgiving. Please check AboutMyBeaches Facebook Page.
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At times when you do not plan anything and just go with the flow or wing it, you have the most fun. Long summer days, not rushing, is part of living here at the Delaware Beaches. Believe me, I know I am lucky to live here and never take it for granted.
Debbie and I took off towards the Big Chill Beach Club. This is located south of Dewey Beach, Delaware, and probably closer to Bethany Beach. The actual address is 27099 Coastal Hwy., Bethany Beach, DE 19930. It opens at 11 a.m. until 10 p.m. every day. Website? http://www.bigchillbeachclub.com
You can have the server sit you at a table or you can take a seatt at the bar looking out, which is what Debbie and I did. That was our view, sipping a little wine. We checked the menu and it actually looked good. Have not tasted the food so let me know if you do.
As we arrived it seemed there was a yoga class. This yoga studio in Rehoboth Beach, SoulFire, was celebrating with a class their 1st year anniversary. Very popular as you can see. SoulFire Collective Yoga is located at 176 Rehoboth Ave., #2a, in Downtown Rehoboth Beach. Website? http://www.soulfirecollective.com
The sun was setting and being high up you could capture how pretty it was.
Summer 2019 is expected to be a very busy one. The Delaware Beaches are year round resorts. People want to get out of the city. They want to experience that total physical and mental inertia. Refresh, really. Rehoboth Beach has a sign as you enter the city that says “Relax, You Are at The Beach”.
Finding parking might take all that physical and mental inertia by the wayside so Debbie and I continued to Misaki Sushi in South Bethany. Parking, good food, great service and very affordable.
Misaki has been around for many years. The location is at 34444 Coastal Highway, York Beach Mall, Bethany Beach, DE 19930. It opens at 5 p.m. Tel. 302-539-0500. You can find them on Facebook as Misaki Sushi Bethany Beach. You can also find them on Instagram.
A shout to our server who was attentive but not intrusive.
Debbie and I started with two salads. The Seaweed Salad for Debbie, which was marinated seaweed and sesame seeds. And mine was the Lighthouse Salad which I found delicious. Seared tuna, avocado and sweet miso.
I love scallop sashimi so when on the menu, I do order it. My roll was the special of the evening.
For Debbie the Bam Bam, salmon, scallop and avocado.
We chatted, caught up with each other, and laughed…..what are friends for, right?
The Art of Sipping & Dining, a way to relax, enjoy and reconnect. Talk to you later.
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My Thanksgiving Turducken arrived today. Some years it comes for Christmas…I am glad it came early. I have been getting turduckens for years. I have also tried different companies. My favorite is from a company in Louisiana called Cajun Grocer. They have them available online at http://www.cajungrocer.com.
A turducken is a partially deboned turkey, stuffed with chicken and duck. In between the layers, you will be surprised to find stuffing; different choices for you to pick from. All are on the website. Having someone in my family that needs to eat gluten free, I decided to call them. This year their gluten free turducken is the one with a stuffing of Cajun style veggies; onions, bell peppers and Cajun seasonings.
Turducken, 2011
The idea is that as once you cut the turducken, you will be able to have a taste of the 3 meats, plus the stuffing. The turducken is so good, easy to prepare and, definitely, a conversation piece.
Turducken, 2011
If you are visiting Rehoboth Beach, or decided that this year you are going on strike and not cooking, then, check out the restaurants that will be open on Thanksgiving Day. Please call them for verification. You never know what could change unexpectedly.
Big Fish Grill – Thanksgiving Dinner Buffet from 11:30 a.m. until 6:30 p.m. Also a la carte menu will be available. Big Fish Grill is located at 20298 Coastal Highway. Website? http://www.bigfishgrill.com
Just in Thyme – They will be opening from 1 p.m. until 8 p.m. Location? Highway 1 & Robinsons Drive. Reservations? 302-227-3100. Website? http://www.justinthymerestaurant.com
Captain’s Table – Located at 20859 Coastal Highway. Opening from 12 until 6 p.m. Reservations are required. Tel. 302-227-6203
Dos Locos – Serving Thanksgiving Dinner from Noon until 8 p.m. Location? 208 Rehoboth Avenue. Tel. 302-227-3353 Website? http://www.doslocos.com
Cafe a Go-Go – located at 102 Rehoboth Avenue. Tel. 302-227-1099. Opening until 3 p.m.
Summer House – Opening from 1 p.m. until 8 p.m. for Thanksgiving Dinner. Located at 228 Rehoboth Avenue. Late night menu available from 8 p.m. until closing. Website? http://www.summerhousesaloon.com
Purple Parrot – Opening from 1 p.m. until 8 p.m. for Thanksgiving Dinner. Located at 134 Rehoboth Avenue. Tel. 302-226-1139.
Rigby’s – Located at 404 Rehoboth Avenue. Opening from 2 p.m. until 8 p.m. Reservations required. Tel. 302-227-6068. Website? http://www.rigbysrehoboth.com
Zebra – Located at 32 Lake Avenue. Opening for dinner. Tel. 302-226-1160.
Blue Moon – Located at 35 Baltimore Avenue. Opening for dinner from 3 p.m. until 8 p.m. Reservations are required. Tel. 302-227-6515. Website? http://www.bluemoonrehoboth.com
Root Gourmet – Located at 19724 Coastal Highway. Pick up orders. Tel. 302-727-5664. Website? http://www.rootgourment.com
After Thanksgiving Dinner…..you are probably not moving to fast. Well, it is time to get into the Holiday Spirit and join the many visitors and residents that make it a tradition to do some serious shopping at the Rehoboth Beach outlets. It is called Moonlight Shopping starting at 10:00 p.m. at the Tanger Outlets.
Okay…what time do you think you might want to start shopping? There are savings passes depending at what time you decide to shop. On Thursday, 11/22 – 11?23, from 10 p.m. until 3 a.m. you can save 20%. But, if you arrive on Friday, 11/23 from 3 a.m. until 6 a.m., you can save 30%. All you do is go on http://www.tangeroutlet.com/rehoboth and download the passes.
Friday, 11/23 – Downtown Rehoboth Beach Holiday Tree Lighting & Sing along. Starting at 6 p.m. It is a tradition to be at the Rehoboth Beach Bandstand to see the tree, sing, and enjoy a beautiful evening. Downtown Rehoboth Beach is ready for the 2012 Holiday Season!!
The Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk is decorated with the perfect holiday decorations for the beach.
Visit Santa’s House on the Boardwalk at the end of Rehoboth Avenue. Stop by and tell Santa what you are wishing for Christmas. The hours are:
Friday, 11/23 – 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Saturday, 11/24 – 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Sunday, 11/25 – 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Saturday, 12/1 – 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Sunday, 12/2 – 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Saturday, 12/8 – 3:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Sunday, 12/9 – 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Saturday, 12/15 – 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Sunday, 12/16 – 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.
Saturday, 12/22 – 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Sunday, 12/23 – 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Note: From 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m….Pet Time with Santa!!
Friday, 11/23 – Clear Space Theatre Company’s Holiday Show…”A Christmas Carol”. The popularity of Charles Dickens beloved book of 1843!! Reservations have begun at the box office, located at 20 Baltimore Avenue. Tel. 302-227-2270. One additional matinee has been added for December 6th at 11 a.m.
Online ticket purchasing at http://www.clearspacetheatre.org, under the heading Purchase Tickets. Group rates are also available.
Saturday, 11/24 – 3rd Huffin’ for Pumpkin Pie 5K & 1M Fun Walk-Grove Park – Right before the Circle behind the Visitors Center. 7:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. This is the 3rd Annual; 3.1 mile scenic course on the north side of Rehoboth Beach. Visit http://www.seashorestriders.com. More info? Call 302-644-8952.
Saturday, 11/24 – Rehoboth Beach Farmers’ Holiday Market from Noon until 3 p.m. Your favorite vendors will be there. Pick up holiday decorations and goodies. More info? Please visit http://www.rbfarmersmarket.com.
Have a Great Holiday Week-End!!
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