July 21st, 2011
 Joshua was the Chair of the Carl M. Freeman Foundation. The Foundation honors his passion.
The Freeman Stage at Bayside is outdoing itself with amazing entertainment for the Delmarva Peninsula.
Opened in 2008, it is located 4 miles west of Fenwick Island , Delaware, at the intersection of Rt. 54 and Rt. 20 (Harris Teeter is right on that corner, as well). In your GPS you can put 31570 Lake View Drive, Selbyville, DE. You can also visit the website http://www.freemanstage.org.
Friday and Saturday – The Freeman Stage at Bayside combines Arts and Jazz.
It will open at 4 p.m. on Friday and at Noon on Saturday. If you are visiting the beaches, grab the chair that you used at the beach, pack the family and kick back and relax.
Visual arts and jass lovers will be able to enjoy it all. The Green will be showcasing artwork from Delmarva’s local artists. The Stage? Jazz ensembles will be performing for the crowd.
For bios and more info., please visit http://www.freemanstage.org/calendar/list.
Friday – Joe Baione from 4 – 6 p.m.
Friday – Project Trio from 6 – 8 p.m.
Saturday – Creating Whimsical Masterpieces by local artist John Donato. An energetic art class, from 10 to 11 a.m.
Saturday, Delmarva Big Band from 12 until 2 p.m.
Saturday, Matt Wigler from 2 to 4 p.m.
Saturday, Radio King Orchestra from 4 to 6 p.m.
Saturday, Gerald Clapton from 6 to 8 p.m.
Enjoy the week-end….keep cool and talk to you later….
July 4th, 2011
The legal separation of the 13 colonies from Britain occurred on 7/2/76; therefore the date the Resolution of Independence was approved.
John Adams wrote to his wife, Abigail:
“The second day of July, 1776 will be the most memorable epoch in the history of America. I am apt to believe that it will be celebrated by succeeding generations as the great anniversary festival. It ought to be commemorated as the day of deliverance, by solemn acts of devotion to God Almighty. It ought to be solemnized with pomp and parade, with shows, games, sports, guns, bells, bonfires, and illuminations, from one end of this continent to the other, from this time forward forever more.”
He was off by just two days because the revisions were finally approved on July 4th.
As I walked my neighborhood and drove up and down the beaches, the predominant colors, whether decorating a mailbox or displaying with pride our flag, were definitely, red, white and blue.
Then, I could not help to think about our servicemen overseas; some of us celebrate, while others are defending it, so that we can celebrate.
 Official Flag of the U.S. from 1877 - 1890 with 38 stars July 4th, 1776, a day of deliverance….have a great fourth….talk to you later….
June 1st, 2011
It was almost 10 p.m. when we left Catch 54 in Fenwick Island. I could not believe that it was still 73 degrees. It was a very hot day but as the sun slowly started setting the evening was just right. I wanted to see if the food at Catch 54 was as good as its view. So, road trip to Fenwick. Just about 25 minutes away from Rehoboth Beach.
It was also the perfect evening because everyone that was at the beaches this week-end had gone home, therefore, the restaurants were going to be more settled on a night like tonight. I was right. It was quieter and just so nice.
Catch 54 is located at 54 Madison Ave., Fenwick Island, DE 19944. It is right on Rt. 54, where Shark’s Cove Marina is also located. If you head west from Rt. 1, in Fenwick Island, then you will go over the bridge and you will see the restaurant to your right. Make the next right and you are just about there. Website? http://www.catch54.com. Tel. 302-436-8600. You will find Catch 54 on Facebook.
Catch 54 is part of the family of restaurants owned by SoDel Concepts; yes, Matt Haley is the owner.
The restaurant has plenty of parking. They open Mondays through Thursdays at 5:00 p.m. Fridays through Sundays at 11:30 a.m. for lunch and at 4:00 p.m. for dinner. Every day there is happy hour from 3 until 6 p.m. Catch 54 does not take reservations.
This restaurant is one of the few, at the Delaware Beaches, if not the only one with views anywhere you sit. On the first floor you will find a Tiki Bar. You can eat there, as well. The bar completely opens up so that you can really enjoy the outdoors.
Upstairs, which is the main dining area, there is a good size bar. The dining tables are set up so that you can also experience the views throughout. These marshes and inland bays are just spectacular. And, at sunset, they are priceless.
I got a little worried when I noticed that my camera was flashing. That meant I had a low battery. I decided not to take a picture of the steamed clams. They had herbs, a Tabasco Butter Broth and Lemon. They were delicious. My Caesar Salad was very good, as well. I ordered it because it had the white anchovies. I see those on a menu and I die for them. Many years ago I first had them in Spain and totally fell in love with them.
As you know, we always have to check if an entree contains gluten. Caitlyn was our server and immediately she told us which items on the menu were gluten free. It was good to see that the restaurant was catering to those with food allergies and that it had trained their staff so well.
Caitlyn was knowledgeable, friendly, and discreet. She let us chat but was also very attentive.
We ordered the Hot Bacon Crab Dip, with Jack Cheese and homemade Kettle Chips. The chips were so crispy and warm. The combination of the bacon, crab and cheese was perfect. Not too salty either, which was nice. This dish is enough for 4 people.
Then, my husband ordered the Seared Day Boat Scallops with mashed potatoes, creamed corn and tomato chili oil. The picture does not lie. It was that good. I took a bite.
My entree was a Fisherman Stew. Fresh caught fin fish, scallops, shrimp, clams, mussels, celery, garlic butter, herbs, tomato broth, Old Bay, Lemon and toast. The first thing I wanted to do was dip the bread in the broth. But, I had the willpower and did not do it. Instead, I ordered a spoon and ate all the seafood with plenty of “gusto”.
I have not visited all the SoDel Concept restaurants, but the ones that I have had the chance to experience have been very generous with the portions.
But wait. I am not finished. It is a bit challenging to find a gluten free dessert on a menu. Yes, you can get fruit but, you know…give me a dessert, please. I noticed that there was a flourless cake. Well, say no more. We ordered it. I had seen recipes for that type of cake but I have never made one. It was a true chocolate taste. If you like chocolate, believe me, this is your dessert. The berry swirl and the whipped cream were the perfect companions.
The Sous-Chef, Ronnie, came to the table to see how we had liked everything. We thanked him for the food and for being on top of the gluten allergy. He said that they try to accommodate everyone. We enjoyed our dinner so much. It was such a peaceful atmosphere with a hint of music on the background.
Talk to you later….the merging of the views and the food to give you such delight…
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.
April 25th, 2011
I was out and about today with no direction in mind when I decided to visit The Freeman Stage in Selbyville. This outdoor art venue is located at 31750 Lakeview Drive, Selbyville, DE. If you are at the Delaware or Maryland Beaches the best way to get there is to travel on Ocean Highway to Fenwick Island. At the intersection of Rt. 54 then go west for about 4 miles. When you see Harris Teeter turn towards it. It is also the entrance to Bayside, a golf community on the water, and where The Freeman Stage is located.
Upon entering the Bayside community then proceed straight on Americana Parkway. The outdoor theatre is on Town Lake at the intersection of Americana Parkway and Lakeview Drive.
Last year I had mentioned a few of the live entertainment that were on the schedule. After seeing how pretty it was today, I am definitely attending some of them. It must be gorgeous on a balmy summer night.
It is an outdoor setting; not a big stage. You can bring your lawn chairs, bug spray and blankets but leave behind your pets (unless service dogs are assisting patrons with disabilities) and your alcohol. If you wish to purchase alcoholic beverages, then do so at the Freeman Stage Cafe. No smoking, as well, and no recording equipment and cameras during the performances unless by authorized press and personnel.
The summer event calendar is out and you can take a look at it by visiting www.freemanstage.org. If you decide you want to attend a performance, you can buy tickets through the website. You may also purchase general admission tickets for $10 per person, per performance when the gates open at 5 p.m. The website has all that info. and more.
If you need to call them, please do so at 302-436-3015. You can find them on Facebook.
One thing to remember is that since this is an outdoor venue, it is subject to the weather. You can visit their website for cancellations or call the above mentioned telephone number.
This will be their 4th season and the opening act will be on May 28th with a Memorial Day celebration featuring Zany Umbrella Circus. It will be for the whole family. Patriotic celebrations will highlight the day; circus illusions and acrobatics. It will be on that Saturday of the Memorial week-end starting at 12 p.m. until 3 p.m. It will be FREE!!
If you are a fan of LeAnnRimes, then she will be appearing on Saturday, 6/25 at 8:00 p.m. Tickets are $40 plus. The Freeman Stage is inviting all of us to spend an intimate evening under the stars with one of the biggest country stars.
You will be impressed with their schedule; a little bit for everyone to enjoy.
Have a great day…I am still digesting my Easter meal; I feel sluggish.
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….
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….
February 7th, 2011
I came across this company at the Dover Downs Casino and Hotel in Dover, DE. I will tell you about that later. I had not heard about this company. First I asked if it was someone in the hotel making these gluten free brownies. That’s all they had; the chocolate brownies. They thought that it was the wife of an employee that had this business. I still don’t know if that was true or not.
I bought one of the brownies and took some pictures. Always thinking of a possible post for my website.
I have mentioned before that for the past couple of years, everything cooked in my house is glute- free. I guess I could say my husband was lucky to be diagnosed at this point in his life when so many people are being diagnosed and the food industry is exploding with gluten-free products; some better than others.
Sweet Christine’s is located at 132 West St., Kennett Square, PA, 19348. Website is www.sweetchristinesglutenfree.com. Hours of operation are Wednesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m., Fridays from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m.
The thing is that once I got on Sweet Christine’s website I came to realize that this is not a small operation. After being diagnosed years ago, and eating tasteless confections, she decided to make her own. Word spread and the rest is history. Sweet Christine’s sells to retailers, and wholesalers. You can find her confections, in small shops, and in big time grocery stores.
All baked goods are 100% homemade. They are natural, gluten-free, wheat-free and nothing in them is artificial. Sweet Christine’s makes cookies, muffins, breads, cakes, and the company ships all over the United States. They can take orders for any of your celebrations; birthdays, anniversaries, graduations, etc. For these special orders, please give them a call.
At the Delaware Beaches you can find these baked goods at Nourish, 373 Henlopen Junction, Rehoboth Beach, 302-227-6282 and at Good Earth Market, Rt. 26, a few miles west of Bethany Beach, 302-537-7100.
I would suggest you visit www.sweetchristinesglutenfree.com because besides seeing all the products this company has to offer, there is also so much information for people that have been diagnosed with a gluten allergy. Very informative and worth checking.
I have not visited Sweet Christine’s. This post came about because of the brownie I bought. After sampling the brownie, I wrote Sweet Christine’s an e-mail. I thought the brownie was so good; dense and sweet. I warmed it up before eating it. I mentioned that it would be so nice to have baked goods gluten free and sugar free. 20% of diabetics will be diagnosed with celiac disease.
P.S. I will visit Sweet Christine’s and you will be the first to know. It is a bit of a drive from the Delaware Beaches, but I think it would be worth it.
Have a great day!!
 
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