October 6th, 2011
Cultured Pearl, a.k.a. The Pearl, Restaurant, Sushi Restaurant, Bar, Review, Rehoboth Beach, Delaware Beaches
Dear Cultured Pearl:
Hi, it has been some time. No, I have not moved. You know how it is, being that you are so popular, I had to wait until the visitors had gone home, the meters have been put to sleep and Rehoboth was into its Second Season.
I almost went on Monday. I had friends from Colorado visiting. Then, I forgot that it was locals night. I knew you would be packed and thought that specials rolls needed to be ordered; I did not want to wait. I know, I know it is a great deal; 3 rolls, edamame, miso soup for $13. Actually, a great deal.
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Anyway, we chose to visit on Tuesday and have a more relaxed dinner in order to catch up on our lives.
Angie was our server. She was very friendly and throughout our meal she was attentive.
We had Miso, sashimi, sushi and rolls…all very good. I always have my favorites. Three of us ate more “family style” while the other, being my husband, had his own all to himself. It is great that you are very aware that some of your customers have food related allergies. Having gluten free soy sauce is nice. We don’t have to carry our own.
At times I am able to take a lot of pictures of our food. On that night I had to rush since they were diving into everything they ordered.
Crunchy – Eel, avocado, tempura bits, spicy sesame, and eel sauce.
Spider – Tempura, sofshell crab, cucumber, avocado, lettuce, and natural tobiko.
One of my favorites and I know different restaurants prepare this roll in different ways; yours really is a standout; the Firecracker. Tuna, salmon tempura maki topped with spicy mayo, fresh jalapeno slice, jumbo lump crab and sriracha dot. It has a distinct flavor in every bite and the combination of that heat and crab and fish is delicious.
My husband had eel sushi, baby octupus and smoked salmon sushi.
Last year I learned that not all wasabi is the same. Real wasabi is sold in root form. It is usually freshly grated before served. It is delicate, delicious and different from what the majority think of wasabi. The other wasabi served is pretty much horseradish, mustard and food coloring. I am glad you have it fresh all the time. On this picture, the fresh wasabi is on the left.
My friends ordered Miso Soup. That is also one of your best. I have tried in many other restaurants but yours is so well seasoned and hits the spot every time.
A favorite of mine are scallops sashimi. So fresh and eating them along with a thin slice of lemon is all the better. We had them sashimi, as well, but like I said I was not fast enough with the lense.
For dessert we ordered mochi. Glutinous rice is pounded to make mochi. Then, it is filled with ice cream. Flavors vary like, strawberry, chocolate, mango, green tea. Our ordered arrived and I thought they were somewhat different. They looked like little golf balls.
The ones served in the past were flatter. I do agree that the ice cream melted quickly. Angie told us that these ones are better quality and the ice cream stays firm. I liked the other ones better but that did not keep me from eating them, either.
Thanks for a nice evening…the purpose of this post. Having dinner with my old friend (and our husbands), is always a treat.
Note: Cultured Pearl is located at 301 Rehoboth Avenue, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971. Tel. 302-227-8493. Website? http://www.culturedpearl.us.
Reservations are strongly recommended, especially on “locals night” at this time of the year. And, check the website because there are upcoming events and entertainment on the calendar.
I almost forgot; Thursday is Noodle Night – $10 for selected noodle dishes.
Another beautiful day in the Delmarva Peninsula!! Enjoy!!
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Nice article. The best sticky rice or glutinous rice comes from Thailand. It is opaque in color unlike other rice which tends to be translucent. It can also used as a glue and is easily fermented to make a sweet liquer. Sticky rice is great stuff!
Thanks for the comments to the blog. And, for the information.