Out and About Friday night. Not the best weather. Checking out what’s going on in Lewes. Great to see people walking regardless of the weather.
First stop? Agave located at 137 2nd St. This is, actually, Main Street in Lewes.
Agave has been in Lewes for many years and this is the first location and my personal favorite. There is background music, people are talking. It is cozy and fun. Favorite spot to take a seat is the bar. Lots of action there. It is a busy place. They open at lunch.
Two favorite drinks I truly love here. The Avocado Martini, and their traditional Margarita. Salt too please.
Tonight I chose their original margarita. It is so good.
It goes great with my Avocado and Mango Salad with some skirt steak to make it a full dinner.
Tommy decided to get a Pomegranate Margarita to accompany his Guacamole. They do make the best guacamole in town.
Have you had their Puffy Tacos? The tacos become puffy when the corn tortilla is deep fried. The water in the masa expands. I like them.
Tommy’s Puffy Fish Tacos were very good and doggie bag was requested. And there is his Pomegranate Margarita ?
Completely satisfied we continued on our Friday stroll.
People scream for Ice cream. There was a line for Kings Ice Cream. There is always one.
Next Stop? Bethany Blues on Coastal Highway. Great music this weekend. The venue for live music is perfect. Last night two bands but tonight starting at 8:30 is Roger Girke and The Wondering Souls. You can eat, drink and dance all in one place.
Have fun whatever you are doing. Relax, you are at the beach. Slow down and enjoy the moment.
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Seems we go to Downtown Rehoboth Beach on Wednesdays. Middle of the week, not too many people, praying for that. Weekends are impossible. So many restaurants to try and to go back. Have not been to all. The meters drive me insane.
Our choice? Blue Moon. This restaurant has been in Rehoboth Beach for so many years. It is located at 35 Baltimore Ave. Tel. 302-227-6515. Website? http://www.bluemoonrehoboth.com
You can make a reservation for the dining room or you can do like we do and make a high top reservation for the bar. You can enjoy a full menu there, as well. From Sunday through Thursday Nate on the Keys is playing. He brings his guests too. Check their website as the second season has started.
The bar area is fun with a diverse group of customers. One thing we all have in common is eating good food, having good service and the enjoyment of live music.
Magnolia was in the house. She sang with Nate and they were so funny together. Her last show, Games with Magnolia was Thursday. Things change a little during the second season.
One appetizer I always ordered and at times that is my dinner is the Tuna Carpaccio. #1 tuna, garlic aioli, shallot, lemon, olive oil and chives. So good on a hot summer night at the beach.
I love octopus so an order for the table of the Crispy Octopus was a must. Shareable too. The octopus was crispy on the outside and very soft in the middle. The chorizo gave the fingerlings and white beans a tasty flavor. And, the chimichurri added even more flavor and color.
Usually we have drinks and appetizers and continue on to try other places to eat in Rehoboth, but Wednesday we decided to stay. The food coming out looked amazing.
The Duck Breast was an entree, ordered medium rare. It has those delicious fingerlings, french beans, and a blueberry compote. Definitely well received.
I have not had anything blackened in a long time. My choice was the Blackened Sea Bass, over Carolina grits, baby carrots and peas. I was between that and the swordfish but once I saw the grits on the menu, it was a done deal. I would suggest to them to have these grits as a side dish so they are always available. I could have had a bowl. If you are there, this is one dish I would suggest you order if you like seafood.
Life continues at the beach in spite of the fact that the world is going to pieces. Fires, storms, floods, world unrest. This is a special weekend remembering the time when our innocent as a country was lost.
We have a lot of venues that offer live music. Bob Marley quoted “One good thing about music, when it hits you, you feel no pain”.
Have a nice weekend and remember AboutMyBeaches has its own page on Facebook. There and here the purpose is to promote our beaches, to find out about events, restaurants, reviews, where to shop and what to cook for dinner.
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It is the perfect time of the year to try one of Rehoboth Beach’s restaurants that opened this year. The summer crowds are gone. Locals come out and not having to pay for parking is a blessing.
So nice to get together with Debbie and Jody….birthday girl was Debbie. Arriving early at Blackwall Hitch located at 52 Rehoboth Avenue in Downtown Rehoboth Beach. Tel. 302-226-0550. Website? http://www.theblackwallhitch.com/rehoboth
Blackwall Hitch looks amazing inside. Plenty of tables, comfortable enough that you are not on top of each other. It is so well appointed, very chic indeed.
The expansive bar is on the other side. From Wednesdays through Sunday live music begins at 9:30 p.m. until 12:30 p.m. For more info. on who is playing, please visit http://www.theblackwallhitch.com/rehoboth/live-music
Starting with The Blackwall Salad of mixed field greens, grape tomatoes, cukes, red onion and carrots, tossed with their signature house vinaigrette. A simple salad with flavor and big enough to share. I could have had a different starter but after eating my way through Portland, it was best to keep it low cal, if you get my drift.
The Chicken Lemongrass Soup was loved by Debbie and Jody…roasted chicken, lemongrass, celery and onions topped with a fried veggie dumpling.
People are talking about their Fish Tacos and our taco connoisseur, Jody, was the one to try them. She said they were amazing, full of flavor. Blackened Cajun Mahi-Mahi served in soft taco shells with spicy slaw, roasted corn salsa, avocado, feta cheese, pico de gallo and avocado sour cream, served with a side of herb pearled couscous.
My Striped Bass was delicious, as well. It was pan seared served with a chayote squash salad and lime butter sauce.
Debbie’s Salmon Kale Salad was colorful…Grilled Atlantic Salmon, basil oil and kale salad with roasted red beets, mango, and candied walnuts tossed in their poppyseed lemon vinaigrette.
No dessert was necessary even though there was plenty of temptation like Sminth Island Cake, Chilled Key Lime Panna Cotta, Monkey Bread, Chocolate Flourless Torte, Pineapple Upside Down Skillet Cake, Chocolate Truffles and more. But we were so good. Only coffee and tea, please.
Our server was attentive, more than attentive if I should say so. It is feast or famine, some don’t care and others care too much.
Wednesday, October 5th Blackwall Hitch Presents – Inside The Glass. This is their inaugural event of Dinner Series. These dinners will take place the first Wednesday of the month and will feature a specially crafted chef’s dinner. Multi-course dinners will be paired with drinks. 4 p.m. until 10 p.m. Reservations are recommended. This first dinner will feature a 4-course craft beer dinner menu. Please check their Facebook Page for more information.
Blackwall Hitch offers other menus as well: Gluten Free Menu, Kids Menu, Happy Hour Menu, Late Night Menu…just check their website above mentioned and click Menu.
So what can I say about our dining experience? We loved the atmosphere, and the food was very good. I had been told that it was pricey, but we found that it was a la par to all other restaurants in Rehoboth Beach at that level.
Dinner is even better when we eat together, catching up is always priceless with Jody and Debbie.
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Jimmy Durante started as a piano bar player. Billy Joel’s “Piano Man” is based on his experiences as a piano bar player, as well. And, Andrea Bocelli, the famous Italian tenor played in a piano bar to pay for his singing lessons. Just a little trivia in order to start my post.
The Thoroughbred Club is a piano bar located inside Charleston Place at 205 Meeting Street in Historic Charleston, South Carolina. Tel. 843-722-4900 You can find it on Facebook.
They do offer afternoon tea and light music. During the evenings you will find Calvin (Deke) Taylor a.k.a. “The Entertainer” playing some pretty good jazz. It gets crowded. You can contact him at 843-554-4039 or his cell 843-822-0389. His website is http://www.calvindeketaylor.com. Click on it and check his videos.
The menu is light and just enough. Tapas style, grazing here or there.
While at Charleston Place you could have found us listening to his music in the evenings. It had a great beat. It was fun and entertaining. We ordered sliders, an artichoke dip and drinks.
Another night lollipop lamb chops, meatballs, cheeses and drinks.
Have a great week-end. Talk to you later.
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There is still time to catch outdoor entertainment at The Freeman Stage. Located at 31556 Winterberry Parkway, Selbyville, DE 19975. Just a few miles west of Fenwick Island, Delaware. The programs are diverse and there is something for everyone. You sit outdoors, under the stars, and when there is a full moon, it is a priceless place to be. The website is http://www.freemanstage.org.
It was such a nice evening. Something to eat; outdoors at The Cove….hamburgers and salads, waiting for the show to start. Assigned seats for this evening’s performance, otherwise you can bring your chairs.
Friday evening Shelley, Susan, and I went to see Invincible: A Tribute to Michael Jackson. At least I was going to recognize all the songs. You know, songs like Billie Jean, Beat It, Thriller, etc. etc. The show celebrated the King of Pop’s Birthday. You can find Invincible: A Tribute to Michael Jackson on Facebook.
It was a high energy performance so there was no way we were going to stay put on our seats. Some of us went to the back and danced the show away.
It was surreal to see these performers (there were a couple of Michael Jacksons), look, sing, talk, and dance like him.
It was a full house at The Freeman Stage and the show was incredible. Tic Toc, Tic Toc….there is still time. Check the website http://www.freemanstage.org.
Have a great Labor Day Week-End!!
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In some way music enhances the soul. “It can be a way of relaxing and allowing your body and mind to take a break from the monotony of life.”
In 2012, Delray Beach, Florida was voted “Most Fun Small Town in America”. That title carries a lot of weight….so many towns offer its visitors unique ways to vacation. Delray Beach has the whole package. It is a very walkable town. Gorgeous beaches, shopping, dining…a true vacation destination.
So let’s see What’s Going On? It is TGIF!! Time to let our hair down and kick some heels!!
There are plenty of venues to pick and choose. I’ll be honest, some of the venues offer food. Okay, but not the greatest. We all have different expectations so I will focus only on the music venues, you can decide how the food is.
Arts Garage, located at 180 NE 1st St. Tel. 561-450-6357 Website? http://www.artsgarage.com. This is one of the newest music, arts and entertainment venues. You can bring food in, buy a whole table, or just a seat. I wrote a post on Arts Garage on December 21st. You can just click on the month of December and scroll down to the date. Pretty interesting concept.
Atlantic Grill at Seagate, located at 1000 E. Atlantic Avenue. Live entertainment Tuesday through Saturday. Tel. 561-665-4900. Website? http://www.theseagatehotel.com/dining. Located in the Seagate Hotel. I have friends that go all the time and love the nightly music.
Blue Anchor is located at 804 E. Atlantic Avenue. Tonight, Friday, is Mad Cow at 10 p.m., Saturday, is British Invasion, also at 10 p.m. and on Sunday is Merv Johnston’s Remedy, at 9 p.m. Website? http://www.theblueanchor.com
Boston’s on The Beach is located at 40 S. Ocean Blvd. (A1A). There is music Monday through Sunday. Best to check the website http://www.bostonsonthebeach.com. Tel. 561-278-3364
Marriott Hotel, located on the Corner of A1A and Atlantic Avenue, (10 North Ocean Blvd.). The Marriott is so pretty…they have a lounge with entertainment. Best check http://www.marriottdelraybeach.com, or you can call 561-274-3200.
The Colony Hotel is located at 525 East Atlantic Avenue. It is a historic hotel. I did write a post on the Colony on 4/2/11. Just click on April, 2011 and scroll down to the 2nd. Besides daily yoga, you can also enjoy live entertainment during the week-end on the Porch, overlooking Atlantic Ave. Tel. 561-276-4123. Website? http://www.colonyflorida.com.
Old Calypso is located at 900 E. Atlantic Avenue. Tel. 561-279-2300. Website? http://www.oldcalypso.com. Friday, at 7 p.m. Tom Willis will be entertaining. On Saturday at 7 p.m., Neil Franklin and on Sunday from Noon until 4 p.m. “Rhythm N’ Brunch” with Neil Franklin.
Paddy McGee’s is located at 307 E. Atlantic Ave. Tel. 561-865-7341. Website? http://www.paddymcgeesdb.com. Live music throughout the week. Friday Charlie Sullivan & The RAK. Saturday, music by SLEJJ!!
Tryst is located at 4 E. Atlantic Avenue. Tel. 561-921-0201. Website? http://www.trystdelray.com. Live music on Saturdays from 5 p.m. until 9:30 p.m.
Cranes Beach House is located at 82 Gleason St. Tel. 561-278-1700 Please check the events’ schedule at http://www.cranesbeachhouse.com.
Gol! The Taste of Brazil is located at 411 E. Atlantic Ave. Live music Thursday through Sunday. Please visit http://www.golthetasteofbrazil.com.
Deck 84 at 840 E. Atlantic Ave. has music Saturday through Sunday from 2 p.m. until 6 p.m. Please visit http://www.deck84.com.
Buddha Sky Bar located at 217 E. Atlantic Avenue has a DJ on Friday and Saturday. Please visit http://www.buddhaskybar.com.
Hurricane Bar & Lounge located at 640 E. Atlantic Avenue has local and regional live music throughout the week. Friday (tonight) Zero to Sixty, and Saturday (tomorrow) Adam Jason Band, both at 9:30 p.m. Tel. 561-278-0282. Website? http://www.hurricanelounge.com. Guess what? They also have a Sunday NFL Playoffs Free Cookout for ages 21 and up.
Johnnie Brown’s located at 301 Atlantic Avenue will have Friday and Saturday Rock ‘n Roll ‘n Ribs. Tonight, Friday 5th Gear will be entertaining and on Saturday, 1/5 The Rob Arenth Experience. Entertainment starts at 9 p.m. until 1 a.m.
Solita is located at 25 NE 2nd Avenue. Every Friday at 5:30 p.m. is Friday Blues & Jazz. Please visit http://www.solitaitalian.com. Tel. 561-899-0888.
If I have missed a venue….you know what you can do. Let me know!!
You get it all in one place; food, spirits, live entertainment, great atmosphere, kick a heel or two….Bethany Blues Lewes is located at 18385 Coastal Highway (Rt. 1), Lewes, Delaware 19958. Tel. 302-644-2500. Website? http://www.bethanyblues.com. It is open year-round.
The other night we decided we were in the mood for ribs. Bethany Blues is known for their succulent ribs, perfectly smoked. The restaurant is, actually, a good size. But, I like to sit in the bar area. There are some booths and tall table available. It is pretty lively on this side of the restaurant. If you do prefer a quieter atmosphere, then ask to be seated on the other side.
Bethany Blues is one of the restaurants in our Delaware Beaches where people with food allergies can eat without worries. The restaurant takes guests’ food allergies very seriously and tries to accommodate dietary restrictions as best as they can.
If you have a food allergy, please mention it to your server. In our case, it is a gluten allergy. The manager will come to the table to explain the menu and tell you what you can and cannot eat. Believe me, they have plenty of entrees and sides, including barbecue sauces.
Our entrees and sides were all gluten free. This is what we had.
To start we had their Crispy Pork Belly. A few slices of in house, cured and smoked pork belly, served with their apple cider dipping sauce. I usually order this appetizer. I love the combination of flavors.
To tell you the truth, I had never had the St. Louis Ribs. Our server recommended them and I think they will be my new rib addiction. They had a house brown sugar rub, then smoked for hours. Fantastic flavor. My dish was called the Delmarva Duo because it had chicken, smoked and seasoned, then a bit of their house sauce was added. The chicken was crispy and very moist. My sides were the cucumber and onion salad and a very “hot” jalapeno slaw. Very hot indeed.
An entree of half rack of Baby Backs, with sides of garlic mashed potatoes and the cucumber and onion salad. Also, very good.
No dessert was necessary….we did ask for a doggy bag. Guess what? Bethany Blues Lewes is open for lunch.
Live Entertainment at Bethany Blues Lewes:
Year round, Sydney’s Music Revival presents local and nationally recognized musicians. Do you remember when she had Sydney’s in Downtown Rehoboth Beach? If you do, then, you have been coming to the Delaware Beaches for a long time. It was the place to go for live entertainment, and good food.
Entertainment at Bethany Blues at this time of the year starts at 8:30 p.m.
Friday, 11/9 – Top Notch Honky Tonk Comes to Bethany Blues – Something special has happened to Davina and The Vagabonds since their last appearance at Bethany Blues in Lewes. As a last minute substitute for John Mayer at the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival last Spring, the band has been in huge demand both, nationally and internationally.
Two things distinguish this fine band; the first being leader, Davina Sower’s big nostalgic soul voice. Think of a meld of Bessie Smith, Etta James, Alberta Adams and Amy Winehouse, and you come close to understanding what Davina is all about. The other is the band’s crisp, clean sound…just piano, upright bass, trombone, trumpet, and drums.
Listening to Davina and The Vagabonds is like stepping into a wondrous musical time machine. They have the panache and superlative musicianship to recreate the retro sound and ageless appeal of golden age Americana in high-definition reality. Davina beckons an age when bad girls wore red lipstick and pin curls. More info? You can visit Bethany Blues’ website above mentioned or http://www.davinaandthevagabonds.com.
Note: Musicians interested in bookings should contact Sydney Arzt at artsinfo.sydney@gmail.com.
It looks like there is a beautiful week-end ahead at the Delaware Beaches…have a great time. Talk to you later.
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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.
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