October 19th, 2013
Along with the heading….Seaside Charm, Lovely Beach Culture, Low Property Taxes, Tax Free Shopping, Mild Winters, and miles of beach…what’s not to like?
If you are visiting Rehoboth Beach this week-end, the sound of jazz will be at many of the restaurants. It is the Rehoboth Beach Jazz Festival. More info? Please visit http://www.rehobothjazz.com.
Saturday, 10/19 – A Documentary on Oysters at Dogfish Head in conjuction with the Rehoboth Beach Museum exhibit Beach Eats! At 6 p.m. at 320 Rehoboth Avenue. More info? Please call 302-227-7310.
Sunday, 10/20 – Jake’s Seafood and ocean 98.1 1st Annual Wing Contest starting at Noon until 2 p.m. at the Coastal Highway location. Call Dan Klemkoski at 302-644-7711 for more info.
Sunday, 10/20 – Wine Tasting at Bin 66 to benefit Cancer Support Community Delaware from 4 p.m. until 6 p.m. at 20729 Coastal Highway. Tastings and hors d’oeuvres prepared by some of the local restaurants. $25 at the door.
Sunday, 10/20 – White Gold, a documentary about Delaware’s oystering industry at 6 p.m. at Dogfish Head Brewery & Eats located at 320 Rehoboth Avenue. This documentary is presented to visitors and locals in conjunction with the Rehoboth Beach Historical Society. No charge for the screening. Order from the menu, which will include oyster appetizers. Reservations are required. Call 302-227-7310. Special guest and Filmmaker will be Michael Oats.
Rehoboth Beach is a great town to walk, jog and just sit on one of the many benches outlining the award-winning Boardwalk. During the summer months this Boardwalk is packed, but on The Second Season, it is a great place to relax and take in that salty ocean air.
Funland is close for the season, but Playland is open!!
Part of the fun whille on the Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk is the “boardwalk grub”. Those foods that scream “ice cream”. These ladies were having so much fun and happy to pose, as welll.
At the water’s edge the fun continued.
And on the beach, some were walking their dogs (you can do that now) or beachcombing.
From the north side of the Boardwalk the WWII Towers were clearly seen.
Plenty of weddings take place on the beach….and yesterday, as the day started to wind down….the guests were patiently waiting.
I had to get back to my car….have a good one!!
September 12th, 2013
A drinking fountain is a drinking fountain. What’s the big deal? I bet you are thinking, this post is going nowhere. Give me a chance, will you?
You have probably passed this drinking fountain on the Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk hundreds of times. You might have even taken a sip out of it on one of those Southern Delaware hot days.
The Woman’s Christian Temperance Union Fountain is a historic “temperance” drinking fountain. This is its story:
Muddied and ill-tasting drinking water encouraged many Americans to drink alcohol for health purposes, so temperance groups, which were private benefactors, constructed public drinking fountains throughout the United States following the Civil War.
The National Woman’s Christian Temperace Union’s organizing convention of 1874 strongly encouraged its attendees to erect these public temperance fountains as a mean to discourage males from entering drinking establishments for refreshments.
Beer was the main alternative to water. It was safer.
In 1929 to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Delaware branch organization, the Rehoboth Beach “temperance” drinking fountain was constructed out of granite, measuring 6 feet tall and 3 feet wide. In 1977 it was added to the National Register of Historic Places.
So, the next time you are walking on Rehoboth Beach’s award winning Boardwalk, enjoying your Boardwalk grub….check it out and if you are thirsty you know what to do.
Have a good one!
Note: Some information was taken from Wikipedia.
July 24th, 2013
 
Serendipity is the faculty of making fortunate discoveries by accident; it is the phenomenon of finding valuable or agreeable things not sought for…that’s what the definitions are.
On the 27th of July, it is going to be 4 years since I have been writing on this blog. I remember when I started it my thoughts were, and still are, to promote the Delaware Beaches and other places that have become dear to my heart. I wanted to be the “word of mouth” and tell you…hey…the best corn is here, the best crabcake is there. Of course, is my opinion, so you might differ. With that said, my friend, Jody, and I went to Oak Orchard to check out Serendipity, which has been in the area for some time.
And, do you know where Oak Orchard is? Oak Orchard is part of Millsboro, Delaware; not far at all from the beaches. This area has been home to the Nanticoke Indian Tribe for over 2,000 years. It is on the river.
Serendipity is located on 32580 River Rd. To get there from Rt. 1 or Coastal Highway take Rt. 24 West (by McDonalds) and continue to Oak Orchard Rd. where you will make a left. Go all the way to the end of the road, turn right and the restaurant is on the left. Some parking in front, otherwise, plenty of parking across the street.
Serendipity is probably the most colorful building in Oak Orchard. The restaurant is in a house on the waterfront.
I am almost tempted to say “you have to see it to believe it”. The entrance was so whimsical.
 
A full bar with booths is located at the front of the restaurant.
Then, an open dining room, with views to the river.
You can dine outdoors on their open air side dining room.
Serendipity is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. You can also arrive by boat.
The menu is huge and everything is cooked to order. There is a little bit for everyone. Pizza dough is made fresh every day. The desserts are all family recipes. You can check the menu by visiting their website http://www.serendipityde.com. Tel. 302-945-3600.
On Fridays and Saturdays, their Italian Feast, all you can eat, starts at 5 p.m.
They have galumpki, which is stuffed cabbage…Polish food!!
And, please note that you should leave your “diet” at home. Jody and I decided that all we wanted was a house salad. It was one of those scorcher days.
I chose to have a crabcake on mine, which by the way was all meat; no filler.
And, Jody, decided on the shrimp which she equally liked, as well.
We played tourists and had our picture taken outside.
The staff was so friendly and taking so much pride on their restaurant….Serendipity was the cleanest restaurant we had ever been!!
Discovering Southern Delaware with a friend…priceless!
June 15th, 2013
It does not fail, every time I am passing through, I stop. And on Friday I found myself on their parking lot. Em-Ings is located near the Delaware Beaches, but it is closest to the towns of Selbyville, Bethany Beach, Fenwick Island and even Ocean City, Maryland.
Already there was a line and it was not even noon yet. So, it is almost that time of the day, when you are wondering what to have for lunch and dinner.
Em-Ings is located at the Corner of Rt. 113 and 610 in Bishopville, Maryland. Tel. 410-352-5711. You can find them on Facebook. Website? http://www.em-ings.com. Please note that Em-Ings also does catering.
Their hours of operation are: Sunday 10 a.m. until 6 p.m., Monday through Wednesday 9 a.m. until 6 p.m. and Thursday through Saturday 9 a.m. until 7 p.m. They offer 10% off for 55 and over on Wednesdays. And, on the last Friday of the month….a Pig Roast! All day long, until it is all gone.
 
Baked goods.
Corn Bread…and Sweet Potato Biscuits!
I really came for their Baby Back Ribs, their St. Louis Style Ribs and barbecue chicken!! Love it and never get tired of it! Full rack or half? Your choice!!
Have a great day!!
May 12th, 2013
Happy Mother’s Day to all that in many ways “mother” and offer love, play, respect, encouragement, understanding, acceptance, comfort, reliability, guidance, and the importance of empathy!! Cheers to you!
Sorry the weather is not cooperating if you are visiting the Delaware Beaches. It has been having a mind of its own. What a summer teaser we have had! Still the beaches are open and brunch is on the menu on this most important day of the year, when we celebrate those who mother and are the strongest.
Plenty of places to have coffee, baked goods, and something simple. Others offer brunch. Great way to eat, not having to get up too early.
Here are some that come to mind…..if I have missed any, I apologize.
THE BACK PORCH, on 59 Rehoboth Rehoboth in Downtown Rehoboth Beach…Tel. 302-227-3674. Website? http://www.backporchcafe.com
BLUE MOON, on 35 Baltimore Avenue in Downtown Rehoboth Beach…Tel. 302-227-6515. Website? http://www.bluemoonrehoboth.com. 10:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
JUST IN THYME, on Highway 1 (Coastal Highway) and Robinson Drive in Rehoboth Beach…Tel. 302-227-3100. Website? http://www.justinthymerestaurant.com.
TABLE & TAPROOM, formerly the Captain’s Table on 20859 Coastal Highway in Rehoboth Beach…Tel. 302-227-6203. Website? http://www.captainstablerehoboth.com
BIG FISH GRILL, on 20298 Coastal Highway (Rt. 1)…Tel. Website? http://www.bigfishgrill.com. Brunch & Lunch 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. No reservations necessary.
SUMMER HOUSE, on Rehoboth Avenue…Tel. 302-227-3895. Website? http://www.summerhousesaloon.com. 10:30 a.m. until 3 p.m. Family Style Brunch.
SALT AIR, on 50 Wilmington Avenue in Rehoboth Beach…Tel. 302-227-3744. Website? http://www.saltairrestaurant.com
CONFUCIUS, on 57 Wilmington Avenue in Rehoboth Beach…Tel.302-227-3848. Website? http://www.confuciusrehobothbeach.com. 11 a.m. until 2:30 p.m.
CATCH 54, at 38931 Madison Ave., at Shark’s Cove Marina, in Fenwick Island…Tel. 302-436-8600. Website? http://www.sodelconcepts.com. Reservations accepted.
IRISH EYES PUB & RESTAURANT, located at 213 Angler’s Rd. in Lewes…Tel. 302-645-6888. Website? http://www.irisheyespub.com. All you can Eat Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet
IRISH EYES PUB & RESTAURANT, located at in downtown Milton, Delaware…Tel. 302-684-8889. Website? http://www.irisheyespub.com. Mom’s eat for FREE with the purchase of one adult entree or Irish Favorite.
RUSTY RUDDER, located at 113 Dickinson St. in Dewey Beach…Tel.302-227-3888. Website? http://www.deweybeachlife.com.
Have a great Day!!
May 6th, 2013
It is that time of the year when our local farmers’ markets start opening….something we are all looking forward to. Local flowers, fresh baked breads; it is a gathering of the community and visitors, as well.
In any given day, when these markets are in full swing…all you can see are smiling faces. Farmers’ markets connect local shoppers to local farmers. With that in mind, following are our local markets. Some already have opened with limited produce, but that will change soon. Others are open this coming week-end…and then, the remainder will open in June.
Milford’s Farmers’ Market has opened already. Every Saturday from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. at South Walnut St. and Mispillion Riverwalk. More info? Please visit http://www.downtownmilford.org.
Milton Delaware Farmers’ Market is located across from the library in downtown Milton. Every Friday from 3:30 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. This market is already swinging.
Historic Lewes Farmers’ Market will be opening on Saturday, May 11th. From then on, every Saturday, 8 a.m. until Noon. Location? The Lewes Historical Society at 110 Shipcarpenter St. Check the website…every week-end there is something new going on and recipes and contests are posted, as well. http://www.historiclewesfarmersmarket.org
Rehoboth Beach Farmers’ Market is opening on Tuesday, May 7th. Every Tuesday from Noon until 4 p.m. at Grove Park, behind the Visitor’s Center and the Rehoboth Beach Chamber of Commerce. Right there by the roundabout. http://www.rbffarmersmarket.com. They will be having guests vendors every week. Opening day will have live music and new Inspired Chefs Initiative with top chefs in Rehoboth Beach. Inspired Chefs Initiative is “A not-for-profit group, designed to serve as a forum for local chefs to engage the community on food related issues and to coordinate their charitable efforts”.
Bethany Beach Farmers’ Market will be opening Sunday, June 16th. From then on you will find this market at Garfield Parkway & Pennsylvania Avenue in Bethany. More info? http://www.bethanybeachfarmersmarkekt.com.
Fenwick Island Farmers Market will be opening on Monday, June 24th at 1107 Coastal Highway (Rt. 1), at the PNC Parking Lot. In Addition to Mondays, it also opens on Fridays with both days from 8 a.m. until Noon. More info? Please visit http://www.fenwickislandfarmersmarket.com.
Have a good One!! Talk to you later.
March 16th, 2013
It does not matter where you celebrate; but do wear green!! Check http://www.delmarvairish.org if you are in Ocean City, Maryland.
This info. is for you, Pub Crawlers!! Visiting the Delaware Beaches? Or, Ocean City, Maryland?
IRISH EYES PUB & RESTAURANT: Locations? Milton, Lewes, Rehoboth Beach…Website? http://www.irisheyespub.com
MILTON – Located at 105 Union St. Entertainment?
Saturday, 3/16 – Mythica from 7 p.m. until 12 a.m.
Sunday, 3/17 – The Folk Heroes from 2 p.m. until 7 p.m.
LEWES – Located at 213 Anglers Rd. Entertainment?
Saturday, 3/16 – The Wise Guys from 9 p.m. until 12:30 a.m.
Sunday, 3/17 – The Hit The Bottle Boys from 2 p.m. until 8 p.m.
REHOBOTH BEACH – Located at 52-B Rehoboth Avenue. Entertainment?
Sunday, 3/17 – Mythica from 2 p.m. until 8 p.m.
THE GREENE TURTLE: Locations? Lewes, Rehoboth Beach, Ocean City, Maryland Website? http://www.thegreeneturtle.com
LEWES – Located at 17388 N. Village Main Blvd. #21 at the Villages of Five Points
REHOBOTH BEACH – Located at 101 S. Boardwalk
OCEAN CITY, Maryland – Located at 11601 Coastal Highway
FINBAR’S IRISH PUB – Located at 316 Rehoboth Avenue, Rehoboth Beach Website? http://www.finbarspub.com
STONEY LONEN IRISH PUB & EATERY – Located at 208 Second St., Rehoboth Beach Website? http://www.stoneylonen.com
SMITTY MCGEE’S RAW BAR & RESTAURANT – Located on Rt. 54, West Fenwick Island Entertainment? Website? http://www.smittymcgees.com
Saturday, 3/16 – DJ Wax from Noon until 4 p.m. Followed by Randy Lee Ashcrafts & The Saltwater Cowboys from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. Entertainment continues with Bo Dickerson from 8 p.m. until closing time.
Sunday, 3/17 – Noon until 8 p.m. DJ Wax Tons of Foods & Drinks Specials!!
PEAKY’S – Located at 13801 Coastal Highway – Rooftop at the Fenwick Inn in Fenwick Island, Delaware
DUFFY’S TAVERN – Located at 130th St., Montego Bay Shopping Center in Ocean City, Maryland Website? http://www.duffysoc.com
FINNIGAN’S IRISH PUB & EATERY – Located at 4810 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, Maryland – Tel. 410-723-3150
SHENANIGAN’S IRISH PUB & GRILLE – Located at 4th Street & the Boardwalk at the Shoreham Hotel. Website? http://www.ocshenanigans.com/stpatricks.html
Entertainment at Shenanigan’s will be: Patrick McAllorum, James Gallagher & Off the Boat. Special appearances by The Chesapeake Caledonia Pipe Band, The Ocean City Pipe Band, and The Camden Pipe & Drum.
HOUSE OF WELSH – located at 1106 Coastal Highway, Fenwick Island, Delaware, will be offering $3.77 Corned Beef, Cabbage, Potatoes – Entertainment with DJ Tom at 2 p.m. and Tony Vega at 5 p.m. Green Attire a Must!!
Have a great time …Remember, if you need a ride, call The Black Pearl, limo and designated driver services at 302-569-2273; covering up and down the Delaware and Maryland Beaches!!
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