April 6th, 2015
I don’t even know when I decided to put recipes for Meatless Monday. Some Mondays I do not follow this global movement. But others, like tonight, made me want to construct a Bean Burger….The recipe is stolen, adding my own twist.
Meatless Monday started in 2003, launched in association with the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. It has been catching on. The movement is active in about 36 countries. Every nation brings its uniqueness…culture, customs, and cuisine to the table in meat free dishes. To learn more, please visit http://www.meatlessmonday.com.
Monday is the chosen day because we see it as the beginning of the week. I get it, I get it….I always start my diets on Monday. It is a fresh start. Yeah, and at times is downhill from Monday on.
This recipe is so easy. A little bit of this and a little bit of that. I am sure you can make it your own, as well.
A BLACK BEAN BURGER FOR MEATLESS MONDAY
2 cans black beans, divided, rinsed and drained (I bought low sodium beans)
1 small chopped yellow onion
1/4 cup chopped parsley
1 minced garlic clove
2 teaspoons cumin
1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt (optional)
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons oil for frying pan (your preferred oil)
3/4 bag of frozen peas and carrots
1 cup panko (I bought Chipotle Panko)
2 eggs
Puree 1 can beans, onion, parsley, garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper in a food processor until smooth. Mine looks a little chunky because I do not own a food processor. The blender was a pain, but I did it, somewhat.
To the burger mixture, add the other can of beans, the peas and carrots, the panko and the eggs. Mix to combine.
Heat a skillet to medium heat.
In the meantime form the burger patties.
Place them in two batches in the skillet and cook until browned. About 4 minutes on each side.
Serve on rolls….I chose this Pretzel Roll. Add lettuce, tomato, ketchup, mustard and avocado.
Or serve on a salad if you are not eating carbs.
Enjoy!!
April 5th, 2015
 
“Eating is so intimate. It’s very sensual. When you invite someone to sit at your table and you want to cook for them, you’re inviting a person into your life.” maya angelou
The Delaware Beaches are dining destinations for many. Plenty of events revolve around food and the enjoyment of what has become a pastime for many. It’s all About Food & Spirits!! So, What’s Going On?
Thursday, April 9th – BOGLE VINEYARDS WINE DINNER AT PAPA GRANDE’S REHOBOTH BEACH – 6:30 P.M. Location? 210 Second St. Downtown Rehoboth Beach. Tel. 302-212-2409. This Coastal Taqueria is offering 4 courses, including dessert. $40, gratuity is not included. All courses will be paired with appropriate Bogle Wines. Offerings like Tropical Tuna Cocktail, Roasted Beet Salad, Lamb Enchilada….and sweet ending of delicious Churros. Please call Mike Zygmonski at 302-212-2409 or email him at Mikez@sodelconcepts.com.
Thursday, April, 9th – FORDHAM & DOMINION BEER DINNER – Hosted by Summer House in Downtown Rehoboth Beach. 7:00 p.m., $30/person, gratuity not included. 4 Courses, all paired with Double D Duoble IPA honey drizzle, Candi Belgium Tripe IPA, Oak Barrel Stout, and a sweet ending of Morning Glory Espresso Stout Float…More info? Please call 302-227-3895. Summer House is located at 227 Rehoboth Avenue. Website? http://www.summerhousesaloon.com.
Friday, Saturday, Sunday, April, 10th, 11th, 12th – DEWEY BEACH & REHOBOTH BEACH BACON FEST – Spend Friday, Saturday, and Sunday sampling bacon delicacies in Rehoboth and Dewey Beach!! Best information for this upcoming event can be found at http://www.idewey.com. 22 locations of Bacon Pleasure!! For the competitors there will be prizes for 1st Best Bacon on the Beach, 1st Dewey Beach Bacon Fest, and 1st Rehoboth Beach Bacon Fest. Restaurants, Caterers or Bacon Artisans, are all welcome. Competitors must have their Best Bacon on The Beach sample ready by Noon on Saturday, April 11th and by 10:30 a.m. on Sunday, 4/12. Lol!! There will be no vegan options!! There will be vendors and breweries…some showing off some bacon inspired creations. Best….is to check the website and Facebook Page.
 
Sunday, April 12th – FASHION, FUN 7 PHILANTHROPY WITH SUSSEX COUNTY FUND FOR WOMEN – $30, $35 at the door if seating is available. Reservations are required. Register on or before April 10th by contacting Lynn Kokjohn at 302-841-4333. There will be raffles, coupons, hors d’oeuvres, wine and shopping!! Location will be Independence Hall Clubhouse located at 29762 Oliver Wolcott Dr. in Millsboro, DE 19966. The mission of this organization is to provide funding to enhance the worth and potential of women and girls in Delaware by bringing together the collective philanthrophic power of women. More info? Please visit http://www.delcf.org/ffw
 Kari & Marcie Tuesday, April 21st – CHICKS FOR CHARITY DINNER WILL BENEFIT: THE REHOBOTH ART LEAGUE. Location? Fish On! at the Villages of Five Point in Lewes. 6:30 p.m. $30 includes gratuity. Cash or Check only. Cash bar available. There will be raffle items and a 50/50. Please RSVP to Chicksdinner@gmail.com. No calls to the restaurant, please. Chicks for Charity is always in need of raffle items and volunteers. Please send them an email if you would like to help or have a raffle donation. These dinners take place once a month and support a local charity. More info? Please visit http://www.chicksforcharity.us. The Rehoboth Art League was founded in 1938. It is a membership-based teaching and exhibiting non-profit arts organization dedicated to encouraging and preserving the arts in Southern Delaware. It is located in Rehoboth Beach.
Thursday, April 23rd – NANTUCKETS, FENWICK ISLAND, PRESENTS: DUCKHORN VINEYARD WINE DINNER – 5:30 p.m. $85/person. Enjoy wonderful foods paired with Duckhorn’s Finest Blends. Details and reservations, please call 302-539-2607 or visit http://www.nantucketsrestaurant.com
Sunday, April 26th – 7th ANNUAL WINE & FOOD FESTIVAL – PERFECT PAIRINGS – BENEFITTING CHILDREN & FAMILIES FIRST, REHOBOTH ART LEAGUE, AND CHILDREN’S BEACH HOUSE. 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. Tickets are $45 per person or $78 per couple. Taste dozens of fine hand-picket wines from around the world. Artfully paired with their chef-driven unique food and pastry specialties. Great Silent Auction items, as well!! Please visit http://www.nagerb.com/wine—food-festival.html. Location? Nage Rehoboth Beach, 19730 Coastal Highway (Rt. 1). Tel. 302-226-2037
Saturday, May 2nd – HISTORIC LEWES FARMERS MARKET PRESENTS: THREE HISTORIC HOMES, THE SUPERB CHEFS, THREE DELECTABLE MENUS….ONE MEMORABLE NIGHT. 10th year anniversary celebration!! For tickets, please visit http://www.historiclewesfarmersmarket.org. More info? Please call 302-644-1436.
Wednesday, May 13th through Sunday, May 17th – 2015 MIDATLANTIC WINE & FOOD FESTIVAL – Chefs and winemakers from all over the globe descend upon the East Coast to collaborate on 35 brunches, lunches, tastings and dinners. Tickets are on sale now. Please visit http://www.mawff.org. Southern Delaware will be hosting some of these events. Please visit the schedule at http://www.mawff.org/schedule. Click on the links to read about the 60 plus International, National, and MidAtlantic chefs, and 23 winemakers and wineries from around the world. There will be chefs and winemakers from 6 continents.
“Three things are needed for a good life; good friends, good food, and good songs.” jazon zebehazy Have a good One!!
March 24th, 2015
On March 19, 1891 it was first called Cape Henlopen City. In 1893, the name was formally changed to Rehoboth. Since then, Rehoboth Beach has been welcoming thousands of visitors not just in the summer, but year round. It is a destination for many, and for a lot of us, it is also home. Living at the beach is great, and, believe me, I do not take it for granted.
The beaches are stirring, businesses are sprucing up. So, What’s Going On?
Wednesday, March 25th – BENEVOLENCE DAY-Beer & Benevolence at Dogfish Head located at 320 Rehoboth Ave. in Downtown Rehoboth Beach. Noon until 9 p.m. with Live Music at 6 p.m. This is a benefit for Habitat for Humanity. More info.? Please visit http://www.dogfish.com/benevolence.
Friday, March 27th – ART AND CRAFT – The Rehoboth Beach Film Society is presenting a fascinating glimpse, with this film, into the life of one of the most prolific art forgers in U.S. history. Location? Movies at Midway located on Coastal Highway at the Upstairs Screening Room. $4.00 for RBFS members and $6.00 for future members. More info.? Please visit http://www.rehobothfilm.com.
Theater in Downtown Rehoboth Beach!! – CLEARSPACE THEATRE CO. presents: Comedy, a musical comedy until April 5th. The Little Mermaid from April 17th until April 19th. Little Women from May 1st until May 17th. Clearspace Theatre Co. is located at 20 Baltimore Ave. in Downtown Rehoboth Beach. For tickets and info., please visit http://www.clearspacetheatre.org. You may also call 302-227-2270.
Friday, April 3rd – 47th ANNUAL GREAT DELAWARE KITE FESTIVAL – Location? Cape Henlopen State Park in Lewes. Registration opens at 10 a.m. EASTER EGG HUNT at 11 a.m. Kite flying events start at 11:30 a.m. and the Egg Toss Contest starts at 1:15 p.m.
Friday, April 3rd – LOCAL BUZZ HAPPY HOUR – 5 to 7 p.m. at Gallery Espresso located at 12001 Old Vine Blvd. in Lewes. Doggies at The Beach will be there displaying their stuff. http://www.doggiesatthebeach.com
Saturday, April 4th – REHOBOTH TOY & KITE’S 21st ANNUAL EASTER PLAY DAY to be taking place at Virginia Ave. and the Boardwalk in Downtown Rehoboth Beach. Games and kite making, Egg Hunt at Noon. Pictures with the Easter Bunny. Free continental breakfast and snacks at 10 a.m. More info? Please call 302-227-6996
Wednesday, April 8th – READ A MOVIE – The Rehoboth Beach Film Society and the Rehoboth Beach Public Library invite film and/or literary enthusiasts to Read a Movie screening of “The Duellists” at 4 p.m. in the upstairs community room of the library. Based on the short story, “The Duel” by Polish-born writer Joseph Conrad, this film depicts a historically accurate account of early 1800s France. This screening is part of the monthly Read a Movie series in which members read a little-known short story in advance of the screening, then gather to watch the film and share their thoughts about how well or not so well the story was expanded to the big screen. To sign up and receive the stories in advance, email Denise Hoban at outreach@rehobothfilm.com.
Friday, April 10th – 5TH ANNUAL “GET DOWN IN TOWN” – Shop & Eat…all for a good cause!! 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. everyone is invited to downtown Rehoboth Beach for this event. Shoppers will enjoy special discounts in participating stores while noshing on local restaurants’ desserts, treats and drinks dispersed throughout stores. Food served from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. Shopping until 8 p.m. There is a $10 admission fee to participate in this one night event, which also includes a chance to win a Grand Prize Drawing valued over $l,000. The Drawing will take place at 8 p.m. at First Street Station Courtyard and the recipient must be present to win. Tickets can be purchased the night of the event. Or, ahead of time at Azura Clothing, Heidi Lowe Gallery, Rehoboth Beach Main Street Office, Something Comfortable, South Moon Under and online at http://www.downtownrb.com. There is no better place where you can wine, dine, walk and shop than Downtown Rehoboth Beach!!
Sunday, April 12th – BROADWALK ON THE BOARDWALK! A fun event for a serious cause. Part of CAMP Rehoboth’s Women’s FEST 2015! All are welcome, including dogs. Put on your Pink or Lavender. They will be honoring survivors of ALL cancers. Lavender is the color for All Cancers. Meet at CAMP Rehoboth on 37 Baltimore Ave. at 9 a.m. Free registration. Check in, coffee, sweet treats and music. Walk begins at 10 a.m. All donations will benefit the Delaware Breast Cancer Coalition. Cash or checks accepted. Matching donations up to $2,500 generously donated by Nancy Froome.
Sunday, April 19th – DOGGIES AT THE BEACH CUSTOMER APPRECIATION DAY COOK-OUT. Noon until 2 p.m. at Doggies at The Beach, located at 18806 John J. Williams Hwy. (Rt. 26) in Rehoboth Beach. This is a cage free dog boarding facility, where I leave my pooch, Miss Addy. 24 hour human supervision!! More info? http://www.doggiesatthebeach.com. Tel. 302-644-8200.
Friday, April 24th – REHOBOTH BEACH FILM SOCIETY APRIL’S MONTHLY SCREENING – RBFS presents this year’s Academy Award nominees for Best Animated Short Film. The screening will be held at the upstairs screening room at Movies at Midway on Coastal Highway. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. A rare opportunity to enjoy one of the most entertaining categories at the Academy Awards-Best Animated Short Film. Me and My Moulton, Feast, The Bigger Picture, A Single Life and The Dam Keeper. Admission is $4 for members and $6 for future members. Tickets will be sold at the door to each screening on a first come, first serve basis.
Sunday, April 26th – 7TH ANNUAL WINE & FOOD FESTIVAL – PERFECT PAIRINGS – A benefit for Children & Families First, Rehoboth Art League, and Children’s Beach House. Tickets are $45/person or $78/couple. 4 to 7 p.m. Taste dozens of fine handpicked wines from around the world, artfully paired with their chef-driven unique food and pastry specialties.
Sunday, April 26th – BIG FISH GRILL 5K TO BENEFIT LOCAL COMMUNITY – 3rd Annual event. Race start for runners and walkers is 8:30 a.m. in front of Big Fish Grill on Rt. 1. Big Fish Grill will be donating portion of the proceeds from this event to local nonprofits CHEF (Cape Henlopen Educational Foundation) and RBMS (Rehoboth Beach Main Street). In addition, all students (K-12) who participate are eligible to win a $1,000 savings bond. You must be present to win and have student ID. Pre-registration is $25, until 4/23 at noon. Registration from then through Race Day is $30. Student (18 and under) Pre-Registration is $20, until 4/23 at noon. Registration from then through Race Day is $25. Register online at http://www.races2run.com. For more info., please contact Barb@races2run.com.
Saturday, Sunday, May 2nd, May 3rd – COASTAL DELAWARE RUNNING FESTIVAL – Marathon, Half Marathon…Delaware’s Coolest Marathon – Dewey, Rehoboth, Lewes. It is a Boston Qualifier. Scenic, flat and fast course will encompass Dewey Beach, Rehoboth Beach, Cape Henlopen State Park, and the Town of Lewes, finishing at the Lighthouse Cove Waterfront Complex in Dewey Beach. Full post race buffet provided by The Lighthouse Cove Dewey Beach. Complimentary post race beer for those 21 years of age and older. To register visit http://www.codelrun.com.
Saturday, May 9th – TREASURE YOUR CHEST BREAST CANCER 5K RUN/3K WALK IN BETHANY BEACH…Rain or shine!! Fundraising for Little Pink Houses of Hope and Vance Kane Memorial Fund/Beebe Medical Foundation. Pre-registration $25, Kids $15 (under 10 years of age). Online registration closes April 10th. Prizes for Most Spirited Outfits…Dress in Your Best Pirate Gear. Team, Individual, Strollers, Wheelchairs, Dogs….T-Shirts Guaranteed only to those pre-registering. For registration and more info., please visit http://www.bethanybeachbreastcancer.com.
Saturday, May 9th – DEWEY BEACH ARTS FESTIVAL – Rain Date? Sunday, May 10th. 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Location? Dagsworthy Ave in Dewey Beach. For an application, please visit http://www.deweybusinesspartnership.com, or call 302- 228-3701.
Hey…I stand corrected, the Delaware Beaches are not stirring…..they just woke up!! Time to play! Have a good one.
January 26th, 2015
Meatless recipe….but the day is perfect for a nice hot chili!!
This recipe is totally stolen. Cannot take any credit for it. It is a recipe from Ina Garten, The Barefoot Contessa. It comes out so good and it can be served by itself, or, as a side dish for meat, chicken or fish. I have served it with a Turducken and I just served it for Christmas Eve dinner with my small standing rib roast from Hickman’s in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware.
Spinach Gratin and sliced tomatoes on the side…yummy! It is by no means a low fat, low cal recipe but some adjustments can be made….substitute the butter for something lighter. The heavy cream can be half and half, and the milk can be low fat, as well.
SPINACH GRATIN
4 tablsps. usalted butter
4 cups yellow onions, chopped
1/4 cup all purpose flour
1/2 tsp nutmeg, grated (I used ground)
1 cup heavy cream
2 cups milk
5 10-ounce packages of frozen spinach, defrosted
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon Kosher salt (optional)
1/2 tsp ground pepper
1/2 cup grated Gruyere cheese
Pre-heat oven to 425 degrees.
Melt the butter in a frying pan over medium heat. Add onions and saute until translucent. About 10 minutes. Add the flour and nutmeg and cook stirring for a few more minutes, making a roux. Add the cream and milk and cook until thickened.
Squeeze as much liquid as you can from the defrosted spinach. Add the spinach to the sauce. Then, add 1/2 cup of the Parmesan cheese and mix it well. Season with salt and pepper if you want to.
Transfer the spinach to a baking dish, 9 x 13, and sprinkle the remaining 1/2 Parmesan and the Gruyere on top. Bake for about 20 minutes or until hot and bubbly.
Serve and enjoy!!
I made this recipe gluten free. Please grate your cheeses to make sure there are no additives containing gluten.
January 20th, 2015
My tiny bag of pearled barley is part of my decor….does not fit in any cabinet. Barley has a low glycemic index. It is also the highest in fiber of all the whole grains.
Check this recipe out!! It is a Stolen Recipe…not my own, even though I usually try to make recipes my own…in this particular recipe the lettuce used was not the one suggested. It worked out just fine.
BARLEY WALDORF SALAD
3/4 cup pearled barley
1/4 cup plain low-fat yogurt (I used non-fat yogurt, instead) Anything to help the battle of the bulge.
3 tablespoons light mayo
1/4 teaspoon of finely shredded lemon peel
1/4 teaspoon of lemon zest (This was an extra addition, it gave it a better lemony taste.)
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon sugar (I used Stevia.)
1/4 teaspoon of Sea Salt
1 1/2 cups seedless gred graves, halved (I bought the smaller seedless ones.)
2/3 cup corsely chopped red apple
1/2 cup finely sliced celery
lettuce….Any leaf lettuce will do. The recipe called for 8 leaves of butterhead, Boston or Bibb lettuce. I tore my lettuce leaves.
1/4 cup walnuts and walnut pieces….toasted
In a large saucepan toast pearled barley over medium to low heat for about 4 to 5 minutes or until golden brown, stirring. Add 4 cups of water. You can also cook it in unsalted chicken broth, like I did. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer covered for about 40 minutes until tender. Drain and rinse. Set aside to let it cool off.
The rest of the ingredients are just an easy assembly.
In a large bowl combine yogurt, mayo, lemmon zest, lemon juice, sugar, and salt. Stir in cooked barley, grapes, apple and celery.
Toast the walnuts in a medium heat over the stove, in a frying pan.
To serve, spoon barley mixture over your choice of lettuce. Sprinkle with walnuts and garnish with the shredded lemon peel.
I thought it was great….one of my sons thought it was okay!! You decide.
Have a good one!! Quiet day on Silver Lake in Rehoboth Beach.
January 14th, 2015
From the Delaware Tourism Office comes great news for those of us that have the ability to pass on information about our small state. Sought after by many as a place for retirement, for fun, and for relaxation, the Delaware Tourism Office is really campaigning so that when it comes to your vacation choices…..Delaware is It!!
It is the first time in the state history, that the Delaware Tourism Office has created a brand identity, a tagline and even television commercials designed to increase national awareness of Delaware as a desirable place to vacation. Many of us know that already, now we want you to check it out.
It is called the “Endless Discoveries” brand campaign. It aims to boost visitation and tourism revenue in Delaware by creating an image in consumers’ minds of the state as a destination that will surpass any preconceptions.
 
The Director of the Delaware Tourism Office states: “The challenge has always been to show others that Delaware is far more than just a place they pass through on I-95”. That, I have heard….receiving a call saying “We are on 95 going to such and such place…passing through Delaware….and, are you close by?”
I found this interesting…The brand campaign messages were specifically designed to resonate with female consumers, who have been shown to statistically more likely to take the lead in vacation planning decisions. The campaign is expected to reach hundreds of thousands of people in 16 East Coast states.
The new logo above shown, along with the words Endless Discoveries is hoping to spark the travelers’ curiosity and make them want to learn more……The Director of the Delaware Tourism Office, Linda Parkowski, goes on to state “The next step was to create words and images that fit that concept, and give travelers a sense that Delaware has treasures waiting to be found.” Some of us have found those already!!
To learn more, and to begin your journey, please visit http://www.visitdelaware.com.
NOTE: To see the 60-second Endless Discoveries commercial, visit the DTO YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=msCpCkUemoA.
Please also note that the information for this post was taken from the Delaware Toursim new brand campaign: “Endless Discoveries”
December 31st, 2014
It was early New Year’s Eve in Rehoboth Beach. The Boardwalk was quiet and it was 29 degrees…brrrr!! Downtown Rehoboth Beach was so clean and ready for those revelers that would be celebrating the beginning of a New Year.
“Genuine success comes only to those who are ready for it. So, never step back and always have courage to accept new challenges.”
I wish you a Very Happy New Year!!
My hope is that it brings to all of us peace and health.
Resolutions? I always start the New Year with wanting to lose weight, be a better person, and a better friend.
I stayed home with my children. I love Shrimp Creole based on Chef Paul Prudhomme’s recipe on New Year’s Eve. I make it my own, though. The step by step recipe can be found on AboutMyBeaches. Just click on the month of January, 2013 and scroll down to the 29th. It is an easy recipe that most can be made ahead of time. Add a spinach salad and you really have a beautiful meal.
Michael decided that his strawberries were blog worthy. Here they are!!
Can’t wait to see what will be going on…..AboutMyBeaches!!
December 29th, 2014
What I could have given to find a place like Shell We Bounce when my kids were young!! Shell We Bounce is fairly new to the area but parents have found it quickly. It is a family owned business. Located at 20699 Coastal Highway (Rt. 1) between Rehoboth Beach and Dewey in the stretch known to locals as the “forgotten mile”. Plenty of parking available year-round.
 
Telephone: 302-727-5416. Website? http://www.shellwebounce.com. Find them on Facebook.
I had to meet Stuart and his son, Max….Max was having some playing time today. Damp and cooler temperatures….kids are out of school!! At the counter, everyone that comes in has to sign a waiver…painless to do. Already plenty of parents were on site. Some sitting, and watching and others interacting much more. Shell We Bounce has plenty of staff available to see that everyone is safe.
Hungry? Snacks for the family and coffee, as well.
This Holiday week, they are open every day. New Year’s Eve until 5 p.m. and 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. on New Year’s Day. For more information, please visit http://www.shellwebounce.com/hours-of-operation/. The pricing is reasonable for so much fun. 1 hour of bouncing; $8.50, 2 hours of bouncing; $12.50, and 3 hours of delightful bouncing; $16.50. Toddler Tuesdays from 10 a.m. until Noon with reduced price plus a free snack!!
The area called Zoo Animals Inflatable are for toddlers……recognize the red head toddler having a great time, while his mother watches? A local!!
I remember when I first moved to Bethany Beach so many years ago. At first not knowing anyone. But, it was only when I had my children and went out to take them to enjoy what was then available at the time, that I started to meet those friends in the same position and we have been friends forever. As I looked at these parents today, it brought memories.
Climbing Walls, an Obstacle Course, and a Double Slide….all age appropriate.
The Double Slide!!
Plenty of areas to have a Birthday Party.
Please remember that this is not a drop-off for childcare. The only time that drop offs are allowed is when there is an organized event or a Parent’s Night Out. The place has great lighting, fun colors….and the kids are having fun!!
 
Happy New Year’s!! Talk to you later.
 
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