October 16th, 2013
From time to time I would stop by Good Earth Market in Clarksville, Delaware. When writing a post I would always say that it was about 4 miles west of Bethany Beach. I am happy to say now that Good Earth Market Rehoboth Beach is pretty much around the corner from my house. The new market opened this summer to great expectations from the community. It has not disappointed. It is fully stocked. Location? 38131 Terrace Rd., Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, 19971. Tel. 302-226-3276 On Facebook, find it under Good Earth Market Rehoboth Beach.
The owners are Susan and David Ryan. They can be found mostly at the Clarksville Market. In Rehoboth Beach, Annette is their Manager. Good Earth Market is bringing to the community healthy foods. Our health is something not to be compromised. Eating well is part of the solution to many health problems.
And for all of you locals, the location is on the Forgotten Mile; that stretch of Highway 1 (Coastal Highway) between Bayard Ave. Traffic Light in Dewey and the Lewes-Rehoboth Canal Bridge. Now you know…
Gem Java Coffee Bar inside the Market opens at 7 a.m. until Noon. At present, coffee and fresh muffins are served. The menu might be expanding later on. There are plenty of tables and chairs, besides the bar, to sit and gather with friends. It can sit about 25 people. Have it in mind if you need to have a meeting or just a fun gathering. Annette is the Manager and you can call her at 302-226-3276.
The sign of a good Manager is the knowledge of his or her products offered. Annette was great and it was so nice meeting her. She was enthusiastic about the Market and gave me a tour showing that this Market is a must stop shop in Rehoboth Beach when looking for fresh, healthy, gluten free, vegan goods and home and wellness products, as well.
Gluten Free!! For years I have kept a gluten free kitchen in my home. The shops at the Delaware Beaches have all been pretty good in keeping up with a demand for gluten free products. Good Earth Market in Rehoboth Beach has so many products. If you are looking for gluten free, please stop by.
A freezer is always filled to capacity.
 
That was just the frozen foods…throughout the store you will find many other products like flours, cereals, chips, sauces, etc. etc. that will make cooking gluten free so much easier.
Paleo Bread is an allergy friendly bread that, at times, is hard to get. It is gluten free, grain free, and low calorie, as well. They have it in the frozen section at Good Earth, but if you want to know more about it, please visit http://www.paleobread.com.
Frozen meats…turkey, bison, etc. free of any chemicals and dyes.
The Birch Tree Cafe is the only 100% gluten free restaurant in Southern Delaware. It is located at the Clarksville location, but on a daily basis salads, breads and other great foods come to the Rehoboth Beach. You just have to stop by and check it out, or request a favortie…they’ll bring it to you.
Raw Cheese is also hard to find….ask Annette; they have it.
Jams and Coconut Sugars!!
The Iced Coffee on this photo, has been a hit, flying out of the store as soon as it gets in.
Wellness for body, mind, and soul!!
And, plenty of products have a story behind it. Driftwood Candles. These candles are made my a woman that years ago became a young widow. The first time you light your candle, it may extinguish itself before it reaches the wax…this is normal. Just re-light until you get a steady burn!!
EVENTS:
Wednesday, 10/16 from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. Dr. Herb Joiner-Bey, a primary care Naturopathic Physician will be speaking regarding Lyme Disease.
Saturday, 11/2 from Noon until 1 p.m. “Meatless Holidays”. Speaker? Patricia Haddock will be giving tips, recipes and tastings!!
Saturday, 11/6 from 11 a.m. until Noon…”Ingredients friend or foe?” by speaker Bob Wisgirda, teaching how to read your ingredient labels.
Saturday, 12/14 from Noon until 1 p.m., Sue Ryan will be speaking about “Taste of the Holidays”. She is the owner of Good Earth Market, http://www.goodearthmarket.com, and will be presenting samples of holiday items they sell.
STAY TUNED:
Coming up!! Vegan Cookie Exchange, Weight Loss Group, Cooking Demos, and Paleo Group.
Have a great day!!
August 18th, 2013
There was a time when I would see laundromats everywhere…then, there were none to be found. I received an advertising card in the mail of a new laundromat that had opened in the Rehoboth Beach area. I kept it just because I had some comforters that needed some help. It usually takes forever to get them back from the dry cleaners. I decided to check them out.
Ocean Suds Laundromat is located at 18675 Coastal Highway, Rehoboth Beach, Delaware. This is the area where the Midway Shopping Center is located. The movie theaters are here, as well. Questions? Call 302-703-6601. You can also find them on Facebook.
The laundromat has the perfect location…next to K & H Bagels. Hint, hint…coffee, bagels, drop off the laundry.
Whether you are here for a week, a week-end, own an inn or a B & B, or are here for an entire season, maybe this service might be what you have been looking for. They offer wash and fold service, which is what I did. I dropped them off and picked them off at the end of the day.
Among the other services, commercial and residential laundry, and alterations. To do your own laundry at Ocean Suds, a laundry card can be obtained on the premises. It never expires, use it as much as you want.
It is not that you have to get excited about doing laundry, what you should get excited about is that you can have the friendly and helpful attendants do it for you, so that you can enjoy what the Delaware Beaches have to offer: sunbathing, shopping, swimming, and dining.
They feel that it is a compliment when they see customers falling asleep. That means they feel right at home.
Ocean Suds has a special corner for the young ones, as well.
The laundromat is bright and there are plenty of washers and dryers.
So, when the weather is not what it should be at the Delaware Beaches and you are drowning in laundry or your kids bring the laundry home….this might be the easiest way.
They open Monday through Sunday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. and….
Have a good one!!
August 15th, 2013
Another gorgeous day at the Delaware Beaches. I know it is August but it feels like September. The next time you are driving north or south on Coastal Highway by the new Indian River Bridge, make a point to stop by and check it out. You might end up staying, playing and dining. On a beautiful day, the Delaware Seashore State Park shows it all off!!
The Indian River Marina is on the north side of the Indian River Inlet, on 3945 Inlet Rd. With all the construction that has been going on, it can get a little confusing, but it is worth stopping by.
As you drive on Inlet Rd. you will see on the left the Delaware Center for the Inland Bays. There are 3 shallow bays: Rehoboth Bay, Indian River Bay, and Little Assawoman Bay. The Delaware Center for the Inland Bays is responsible for habitat restoration, science and research and also community outreach. For more information and to check the schedule of events, please visit http://www.inlandbays.org.
Plenty of parking at the Indian River Marina. Charters and fishing trips are arranged here, as well.
Hook’em & Cook’em is a full service Bait & Tackle Shop. Check them out at http://www.hookemcookemoutfitters.com. Tel. 302-226-8220.
 
A great service is the cleaning of your catch!!
They also sell fresh seafood…the catch of the day; sandwiches and soups. They have a freezer with frozen seafood, as well.
The newest member is Hammerheads Dockside. They are open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. You might want to stop by for a drink and watch the sunset.
I have not had the opportunity to try them but just driving by a couple of times tells me that it has been very well received.
On week-ends you may want to catch a ride on the Jolly Trolley from Hammerheads in Dewey Beach to Hammerheads Dockside and back. More info? Call 302-227-7325.
The outdoors is the playground at the Delaware Beaches and it is great to see people fishing, relaxing and enjoying the beautiful scenery at the waters edge.
The Cottages are adjacent to the Indian River Marina. They are so cute and have fantastic views of the Indian River Bay. Each cottage sleeps 6. All you have to do is bring the linens, towels, and your telephones.
You may also want to bring your beach chairs or any of those other summer essentials. They have all the conveniences like satellite t.v., heating and air conditioning, washer and dryer, fully furnished screened porches. Parking is just next to the cottages.
The porches offer a view to the Indian River and your own path to the water. If you love to cook outdoors, there is an area for barbecuing, with a picnic table.
The rates depend of the seasons: Peak Season, Shoulder Season and Off Season. For more info., please visit http://www.destateparks.com/camping/cottages/index.asp. Tel. 302-227-3071.
Check The Cottages….reasonable rates!!
Left or right at the Indian River Marina…it’s all there!! Have a great Day!!
July 2nd, 2013
Lewes, Delaware, is the perfect coastal town. It has historic charm, unique coastal flavor, unpretentious, laid-back, plenty of character….and a choice of playgrounds; the bay or the ocean. Shops and restaurants? You got it!!
When the other night, my friend, Debbie asked to go and watch a swim meet at the Lewes Yatch Club I immediately accepted. It was the end of the day. We hoped to enjoy a sunset, grab something to eat.
It was life in Lewes like any other night. This historic town is much loved and enjoyed by its residents…but just take a peek at the view…how could you not?
There were hundreds of kids, plenty of cheering and laughter, the University of Delaware research vessel was just coming home after a day out. And, Debbie and I had our chicken wraps.
Don’t forget to check the gardens that surround historic homes…..they are gorgeous!!
WHAT’S GOING ON LEWES?
CAPE WATER TAXI – ECO TOURS – OSPREY BANDING – Cape Water Taxi is what the name implies…a water taxi service. This week the eco tour takes you to watch how they place identification tags on the osprey chicks before they take off. This practice does not hurt the birds and it is done to gather information about the birds such as migration patterns. Tours are taking place, Tuesday, 7/2, Wednesday, 7/3, Friday, 7/5, and Monday, 7/8 from Fisherman’s Wharf at 10 a.m. Well, this is a weather dependent type of activity. Please call 302-644-7334, or visit http://www.capewatertaxi.com. And, if you want to take the water taxi to Dewey Beach, from Lewes, and back, it runs Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, every week-end from June through September, weather permitting. For the tax service you can either make reservations, online, or just go to the dock at Fisherman’s Wharf in Lewes and hop on.
Tuesday, 7/2 – SUMMER CONCERT SERIES AT STANGO PARK – Overtime Band. Genre? Classic Rock. This is an outdoor concert series, so please check the weather. Take your chairs, blankets, bug sprays and friends. Location? Next to the Lewes Public Library on Kings Highway. It starts at 7 p.m. on Tuesday evenings. More info? 302-645-8073.
Tuesday, 7/2 – CINEMA BY THE CANAL – Movie – Cirque du Soleil: Worlds Away. Location? Canalfront Park. It is free admission. This is also an outdoor event, so please check the weather.
Wednesday, 7/3 – ZUMBA WITH KELLY – At Canalfront Park on Front Street. 6 p.m. until 7 p.m. It takes place every Wednesday and it is free!!
HAPPY 4TH OF JULY – Lewes
Thursday, 7/4 – Children’s Activities will take place on Second Street in Downtown Historic Lewes, from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. At 9 a.m. Games and Activities. At 2 p.m. The Decorated Boat Parade will take place on the Canal with awards taking place afterwards at the Lightship Overfalls. At 5…ish, the Doo Dah Parade begins. They say it is infamous, they want you to join in the fun. It takes to the streets in Lewes. Jump in if you want to. No need to register or even plan to attend. All you need is your own fun spirit and if you have a kazoo, bicycle, wagon, yo-yo, or hula-hoop, bring them on. The parade route is from Manila Avenue, Kings Highway, Savannah Rd, 2nd Street, market Street, and Third Street.
Friday, 7/5 – HISTORY HAPPY HOUR – 4 p.m. until 5 p.m. Interesting dialog lead by local history buffs. The topics can range from the early explorers of the Delaware Bay to Lewes during the Revolutionary War. On this Friday, William H. J. Manthorpe, Jr. presents “A Century of Service – The Navy at Cape Henlopen 1898 -1996” at the Cannonball House located on Front Street. It is free, and a glass of wine will be offered at the conclusion of the presentation.
Saturday, 7/6 – LEWES HISTORIC FARMERS MARKET – 8 a.m. until Noon. Rain or shine. Location? Lewes Historical Society grounds on 110 Shipcarpenter St.
Sunday, 7/7 – YOGA AT CANALFRONT PARK – 8 a.m. Free!! Start your day with yoga in a beautiful setting. Location? Canalfront Park on Front Street.
NOTE: The Cape Henlopen State Park has daily programs and activities for everyone in the family. Please check http://www.destateparks.com
Have a Good One!!
June 24th, 2013
 
Bethany Beach, Delaware, was founded by members of the Christian Church, also known as the Disciples of Chirst, of Washington, D.C. and Pennsylvania. “Bethany still reflects the character of the early settlers who were looking for a haven of rest for quiet people.”
Bethany is quiet during the winter months and residents love it that way. It is a time to recharge and enjoy this beautiful coastal town in Southern Delaware. For many years I was one of those residents. My children’s playground was Bethany Beach. Family Vacation Critic has named Bethany Beach as one of the 10 Best Beaches for Families for 2013.
When you arrive in Bethany, “Chief Little Owl” will be welcoming you to the town. The original statue was created by Peter Wolf Toth, who in his own way wanted to give thanks to the U.S. I remember him working on his statue, carving away, for months in the early 1970s. He created more than 50 wooden sculptures of famous Indans and donated at least one to every state. “Chief Little Owl” pays honor to the Nanticoke nation. The first statue stood in that spot until 1992, but was destroyed by high winds. The newest version was created also by Peter Toth, from a red cedar log from the Pacific Northwest which should last from 50 to 150 years.
Bethany Beach has a Sister City….Periers, France. Periers is located in the northwest of France just a few miles from the Normandy beaches, on which the allied armies came to the rescue of France on June 6, 1944. The citizens of Periers, who were liberated from German oppression on July 27, 1944 have welcomed American solders and their family members who have visited the town for these many years. On the sign you can see the seal of each town shown linked together by “twinned in friendship”. The sign is located on Garfield Parkway.
You have to give credit where credit is due….Thanks to Melinda who has beautified the Town of Bethany Beach. Digging, planting, weeding, maintaining, it is a full time job. The town looks awesome!
Right by the Totem Pole, at the intersection of Garfield Parkway & Rt. 1, you will find the office for the Town Hall. The Bethany Beach History Museum is located in the foyer of the Town Hall. The exhibits contain memorabilia and photographs from the Bethany Beach area. Admission to the Museum is free of charge. It opens weekdays throughout the year from 8 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. During Sundays, in the months of July and August, it will open from Noon until 3 p.m.
 
The Town Park is adjacent to the Town Hall. It gets hot at the beach, so this park is the perfect place to take a break; where you can sit, relax, and even work on your computer. It is wireless and it is smoke free.
If you are a resident of Bethany or you are vacationing, please note that on Sundays, from 8 a.m. until Noon the Farmers’ Market will be right by the parking lot of the PNC Bank on Garfield Parkway and Atlantic Ave. You cannot miss it, because Garfield Parkway is Main Street.
Bethany Beach is a very walkable town because is not very big. You can go from the beach, to shop, eat, relax at the Town Park, or take the kids to the playground, or play basketball, all within a couple of blocks.
The perfect way to go out and about in Bethany is with your bike. You will find plenty of spaces to park it.
But, the Trolley will take you all through town and beyond. It runs from Memorial Day through mid September, continuously, between 9:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Please note that the last pick up on Atantic and Garfield is at 9:45 p.m. On the half hour starting at 9:30 a.m. Please note that during a lunch break or dinner break there may be little or no service daily from 12:30 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. You can flag the Trolley down anywhere along the route for pick up or discharge, except on Rt. 26 and Rt. 1. No pick-up or drop-ff on Jefferson Bridge or Rt. 26. With a trolley far of only $.25 each way, you know you cannot beat that. Also, the driver does not make change, so have your quarter ready. For more info, please call 302-539-8011 or check the schedule by visiting http://www.townofbethanybeach.com/index.zspx?nid=268.
It was great to see Bethany so crowded, because after a quiet winter it was as if it was screaming….Look at Me Now!! Garfield Parkway was full of visitors, and so was the Boardwalk….the beaches? Everywhere you looked the umbrellas were up.
All streets in Downtown Bethany Beach lead to the beach….make sure you read all the beach regulations.
 
The weather for this first official week of the Summer of 2013 continues to be fantastic. It almost makes you forget all the rain we have had lately. Enjoy the beach, kick back and relax….that’s what you are here for!!
Note: Some of the info. for this post was taken from http://townofbethanybeach.com.
June 2nd, 2013
Bethany Beach and Fenwick Island, Delaware, are considered the quiet resorts. During the summer, the Quiet Resorts tend to be busy; a little quieter through the winter.
Bethany has gorgeous beaches with the Boardwalk and Bandstand the life ot this coastal resort during the summer. Pretty much all the streets in downtown Bethany Beach lead to the beach.
Delaware has low property taxes, no sales tax and Tidewater Realty can sell you that lifestyle. Tidewater Realty has had a presence in Bethany Beach for many years. It is a boutique real estate company catering to customers that want that personal attention all the time. It is located at 32892 Coastal Highway (Rt.1) in the Starboard Center. Broker of Record? John Merryman Tels. 302-539-7500 and 302-245-5901. Website? http://www.tidewaterrealty.com
During the summer months in Bethany Beach there is no construction going on. The town is sensitive to those that visit the resort and would like them to enjoy the area without listening to the banging of nails and the ins and outs of construction.
The lot at 313 Parkwood St. sits on a semi-dead end street. It is walking distance to everything the town of Bethany Beach has to offer. On this photo you can see the street looking east towards the beach and the second photo is the lot, which is 40 x 125.
 
Construction on this lot will start in the fall of 2013. Following are the photos of the house that will be built by Lane Builders. It is a custom built home, 3,710 square feet of living space, 650 square feet of porches, 210 square feet of decks, 6 bedrooms, 4 baths, elevator, deluxe master shower, hardwood floors, ceramic tile floors in bathrooms, granite countertops in the kitchen. It has 2,850 heated square feet. Pre-construction price is $999,000. Best deal in town.
For more information, please call John Merryman at Tidewater Realty, 302-539-7500 or 302-245-5901.
Enjoy the day….it is beautiful at the Beach!!
April 20th, 2013
 
I could not read Zach’s face when Jody and I made another appearance at Morgan & Gower, located at 20 Baltimore Avenue in Downtown Rehoboth Beach, Delaware. He probably thought, OMG, they are back!! Not only were we back but it was on a Friday, when National Cheese Day was being celebrated.
We were armed with our cheese reference book. I keep it with me all the time. Never know when an urge to buy cheese will surface. It is the perfect record to keep. I never used to remember what cheese I bought or liked. Not anymore.
Enjoying an indulgence from time to time. Cheeses are expensive, but a little goes a long way. Cultures, milk, imports, refrigeration and most of all, the aging process…over 2 years, at times, send those prices up.
Jody and I are expanding our cheese buying techniques, and Zach, from Morgan & Gower, has been a big help. He has taken the time to introduce us to a wide range of cheeses. Some have more bite to them; others a bit milder.
The first time I was at Morgan & Gower I bought a couple of cheeses. They turned out to be amazing. I wanted some more of the same and a few other additional ones, as well.
Zach came out with one of my favorites…the Beemster XO. This gouda from Holland is aged over 26 months. So delicious.
I think Zach thought I would not like Nettlesome. This cheese is from New Jersey. It also has stinging nettles. It is strong and has a great bite to it. Stinging nettles is a curious plant. If you had ever brush against it, you’ll know why it is called “stinging”. The plant also has plenty of health benefits.
Barber’s 1833 is a Reserved Cheddar, aged for a minimum of 2 years, from England. When I brought it home, it became a favorite.
I had to buy it again…Midnight Moon. Tops…this cheese is from California. It is a popular goat’s milk gouda, firm, dense and smooth.
Trioche…from New Jersey. This cheese is made from cow, goat and sheep. So smooth. Liked it very much and will buy it again.
I will be buying Gjetost, aka Geitost again. – The color was a deep caramel; a sweet, dense, fudgey, caramel goat cheese. It really looked like a piece of caramel. I am not sure if Zach thought Jody and I would like it. I loved it and so did everyone in my family. This cheese is very popular in Europe. We tried it for dessert; perfect with a tart apple. Sorry….I don’t know what happened with my picture. Have Zach show it to you when visiting Morgan & Gower. He will give you a little taste.
New at Morgan & Gower, starting today, Saturday, 4/20, a Grilled Cheese Sandwich Bar! They will be having a limited menu of 5 simple choices. More to be added later on. Take out only, with no substitutions. You can check the menu on their facebook page.
Morgan & Gower Cheesemongers opens Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. until 6 p.m. Sunday, from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. Tel. 302-727-5566.
Have a great week-end!!
March 28th, 2013
In the 1900’s getting to Bethany Beach was a traveling adventure. First you had to take off for Rehoboth Beach by railroad, continue by boat; crossing the Rehoboth and Indian River bays, keep on going to the Assawoman Canal, then by a 2-horse drawn bus. It was exhausting. Later on, in 1910, it was made a little easier with the dredging of the Loop Canal. You could then, travel by boat from Rehoboth Beach and be dropped off right in town.
In 2010 the Loop Canal celebrated its centennial. Hopefully, when you visit Bethany, you will have a time to stop and reflect on how easy it was for you to get there; the others took the long trip to this coastal town that since those days, still maintains that family atmosphere.
I think I can talk about Bethany Beach because from 1981 until 2000, I lived in Bethany. My children’s playground? That’s right….Downtown Bethany Beach!! The town was a little different then; no alcohol, no pharmacy, and one grocery store; Gerald’s. We, the residents did not know how to act when some of those things you take for granted made their first appearance. Guess what? It was not missed. We either went to Rehoboth Beach or Ocean City, Maryland.
Bethany Beach and Fenwick are considered quiet resorts. I must admit that in the winter they are a bit quieter than Lewes and Rehoboth Beach. Come summer, these towns are popular resort towns at the Delaware Beaches.
Living at the Delaware Beaches is living stress free. It is definitely a care free lifestyle. It is enhanced by the fact that Delaware has low property taxes and no sales tax. The weather? Actually, it is pretty good too.
Tidewater Realty has had a presence in Bethany Beach since 1988. Broker of Record, John Merryman, has been selling Bethany and Delaware since the mid 70’s. Tidewater Realty is located at 32892 Coastal Highway (Rt.1) in the Starboard Center. Plenty of parking with easy access from Coastal Highway (Rt.1). Tel. 302-539-7500. Website? http://www.tidewaterrealty.com
Tidewater Realty takes pride in the personal attention they give their clients. The lifestyle they sell is priceless!
One of the few lots available for sale in Bethany Beach is located at 313 Parkwood St. This is a 40 x 125 lot. It is $599,000. The future owner of this lot could build a 4,000 square foot home on this lot. It is not in a flood zone and only 2 1/2 blocks from the beach, the shops, the restaurants, and the center of Bethany Beach.
The street is quiet and it is a semi-dead end street.
Let’s walk to the beach!
Parkwood Street looking east. Beach is at the end.
Crossing Rt. 1. To the left is the town.
You are almost there.
At the end of Parkwood..the ramp to the Boardwalk.
Parkwood Street is also the end of the Boardwalk.
Now, where should we park ourselves?
To the south of the Boardwalk?
Or, should we just place our beach chairs on the north side? Decisions, decisions!!
Tons of beach, or, just walk the Boardwalk.
The Bandstand in Bethany Beach is the life of the town. Summer concerts, gatherings or just people watching. Ice cream, French fries..the works, is all there within walking distance.
From the Bandstand, the beach continues; never ending. Looks like fun, doesn’t it? Nothing better! Even as I write this post I remember sitting at the beach all day long with the kids.
All streets in Downtown Bethany Beach lead to the beach…At this time of year…surprise, surprise!! Who do we have here going to the beach?
 
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