June 15th, 2013
Since 1963 the Summer Concert Series have been entertaining visitors and residents of Rehoboth Beach. The Boardwak and the Bandstand are the life of Downtown Rehoboth Beach in the summer and on a beautiful night like tonight, it should not be missed. Concerts begin at 8 p.m. and they are Free! To check the schedule, please visit http://www.rehobothbeachbandstand.com/schedule.
Saturday, 6/15 – It is the second concert of the season with The Stickers providing the entertainment. Their genre? Country. More info? http://thestickers.com.
Sunday, 6/16 – Jimi Smooth & Hittime will be performing their classic soul music. More info? http://www.jimismoothandhittime.com.
How about a Belly Dancing Show? The new Mediterranean Restaurant & Grill, Semra’s, is providing entertainment on Saturday, 6/16. They are located at 19 Rehoboth Avenue, across from The Bandstand. The show will begin at 9 p.m. You can stop for dinner, the show or just for a little beer and Greek wine.
More info? Please visit http://www.semras.com.
 Mini Lamb and Chicken Kebab Have a great time!!
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!!
June 15th, 2013
It goes without saying that this is an outdoor event, so please, check the weather!! But, it looks like a great week-end for the outdoor activities that define “fun” at the Delaware Beaches.
Paddle for a Purpose: Horseshoe Crabs!!… It is a fundraising event with Coastal Kayak to benefit the Horseshoe Crab Conservation Fund. Horseshoe crab populations occupy an important ecological niche in estuarine and coastal habitats along the Mid-Atlantic coast. Adult horseshoe crabs are food for sea turtles, sharks and terrestrial species such as racoons and foxes. And, their eggs are a vital food source for shorebirds. The concentrations of shorebirds that come to feed on the eggs of the horseshoe crab are also important to the ecotourism industry of the Delaware Bay.
Fishing from a stealthy kayak is the perfect way to get to where the fish are. Coastal Kayak guides will take you to some great freshwater fishing holes so you can get hooked on this fun activity. The cost is $60 per person. The minimum aage is 12 years old.
Participants must have their own fishing gear and fresh water license. More info? Please visit http://www.dnrec.delaware.gov/fw/fisheries/pages/newfishinglicense.aspx. Or, http://www.destateparks.com/activities/fishing/index.asp.
The Horseshoe Crab Conservation Fund is an endowment fund created by ERDG to support community based horseshoe crab conservation initiatives. More info? Please visit http://www.horseshoecrab.org.
Coastal Kayak is located at 36840 Coastal Highway (Rt. 1) in Fenwick Island, DE 19944, across from the Fenwick Island State Park Bathhouse. More info? Please visit http://www.coastalkayak.com.
Have a great week-end.
Note: Some info. for the post was taken from http://www.dnr.state.md.us.
June 14th, 2013
It was 8:00 p.m. and right before the skies got dark and sinister, the most beautiful rainbow unveiled itself over Rehoboth Beach, Delaware. For the ones that were coming out of the Giant grocery store and were able to see it so clear, it was beautiful.
Good night!!
June 14th, 2013
Don’t just drive past it; stop and discover it!! This life saving station is a historic site. It was built in 1876. It is the only station in Delaware that still stands in its original location.
There are so many programs on-going at the Life-Saving Station, including private events that are held in the property.
Inside the Station a U.S. Flag flew with 38 stars. It was the official flag of the U.S. from 1877 until 1890.
If you are visiting the beaches this week-end, you might want to attend either of these programs on Saturday, 6/15:
10 a.m. – Beachcombing, until 11:30 a.m. Stroll along the park’s famous undeveloped beach, looking for signs of marine life. Met at the Indian River Life Saving Station. $3 per person. A park naturalist will display beachcombing items from the park’s collection before heading out to find your own.
1 p.m. – Edible Plants, until 2:30 p.m. Learn about the many culinary uses of plants at the beach. It is an indoor program that will introduce you to some of the marine plants of Coastal Delaware, like the beach plum, the prickly pear, and the sea lettuce. Leave with some cooking tips, but not before trying some samples. $6 per person.
Please visit http://www.destateparks.com/park/delaware-seashore/programs/index.asp. The Indian River Life Saving Station is located on Coastal Highway, just before the Indian River Bridge, on the ocean.
Have a great week-end!!
June 13th, 2013
It is true when they say that if you have a passion for what you do, then, you will never work a day in your life…I found that to be true when I toured the Rehoboth Beach restaurants with Eating Rehoboth….the new walking food, wine, beer and cultural tours that just started in the month of May. Already, a must do, when visiting the Nation’s Summer Capital.
Eating Rehoboth meets either at Hotel Rehoboth on Rehoboth Avenue or at The Bellmoor Inn and Spa on Christian Street. You can book your tours, always through the website, http://www.eatingrehoboth.com. Tours start at 1 p.m. You can book the tours as late as 11 a.m. on the day of the tour. They take up to 16 people on each tour. Please do check the website for additional info. and for questions you may have. Please note that they do have gift certificates and private tours, as well.
The restaurants you will visit will be a total surprise. Just go with the flow and enjoy the experience. It’s a lot of fun!
So my post begins with my arrival at The Bellmoor Inn and Spa located at 6 Christian Street. Tel. 302-227-5800. Website? http://www.thebellmoor.com. This is a beautiful hotel in Downtown Rehoboth Beach. A great location; walking distance to the beach, shops and restaurants.
A little welcoming reception with Paul Cullen wines. We were waiting for all to arrive. This was a fun group. Eclectic, outgoing, and ready to eat!
Our tour guide was going to be Dave McCormick and in not time we were out the door. But, we all burst out laughing when Dave brought out the “placard”. When have you seen such a thing in Rehoboth Beach? There is no way we would get lost. Believe me, this is a true tour…placard and all.
 
So, off we went to MARIACHI. This Latin restaurant is located on 14 Wilmington Avenue. Yolanda is the owner and as usual she received us with a smile. Tel. 302-227-0115. Website? http://www.mariachirehobothde.com.
And with Margaritas!!
Then, chips and homemade salsa, papusas from Salvador, and the ever present plantains, a staple in Latin cooking.
Yolanda gave us a tour of Mariachi and we thanked her for her hospitality.
Off to CONFUCIUS, located at 57 Wilmington Avenue. Tel. 302-227-3848. Website? http://www.confuciusrehobothbeach.com. Shawn has taken his Chinese cuisine to a different level. It is not your usual “Chinese” restaurant. His food is delicious and his wine list is awesome.
He received us with wine, his amazing green beans, tofu, and steamed dumplings. As usual, Shawn made his customers feel at home.
Next stop was KILWINS, located at 140 Rehoboth Avenue. Tel. 302-227-3611. Website? http://www.kilwins.com/rehobothbeach. This was the perfect stop at this time of our tour. A time to “cleanse” our palate. Sarah Ratzel, Manager, received us with open arms. She took the time to explain step by step what they do and offer at Kilwins.
Their fudge is amazing and plenty of it is gluten free! Same with the ice cream. A top seller at the store is the Sea-Salt Caramel. I resisted the fudge, the turtle, but no way I could resist the ice cream. True, this Sea-Salt Caramel is outstanding. Sarah told us that the ice cream is made at Kilwins in Michigan.
 Sea-Salt Caramel  Mint Chocolate Chip We thanked everyone and took off again, but not before one last tasting…..
Dave was really having fun and steered us in the right direction towards SEMRA’S, the new Mediterranean Grill.
 
SEMRA’S is fairly new in town and is located at 19 Rehoboth Avenue. Tel. 302-226-4976. Website? http://www.semras.com. Please check the website because they do have entertainment on some week-ends…belly dancer!
As you step into the restaurant the take out counter will be on your left, but the dining room is at the back of the restaurant.
We were served a delicious tea and a mini lamb and chicken shish kabob. Moist and perfectly seasoned. We all loved it!
It was a beautiful day in Rehoboth Beach and the beach was crowded. We continued on our Eating Rehoboth tour towards the Boardwalk Plaza, where their restaurant, Victoria’s, was waiting for us.
The Boardwalk Plaza is located at Olive Avenue and The Boardwalk. Victoria’s is their restaurant. They offer oceanfront dining…and at times there is entertainment, as well. It is a great place to watch a full moon. Tel. 302-227-0615. Website? http://www.boardwalkplaza.com.
A Signature Margarita was served.
The Chef gave us a description of our tasting.
The baked oysters were outstanding!!
Our final destination was a(muse.) This restaurant is located at 44 Baltimore Ave. Tel. 302-227-7107. Website? http://www.amuse-rehoboth.com. Hari Cameron is the Chef and Owner. Rehoboth Beach has developed into a dining destination. The chefs are unique, their presentations are daring and for all of us that like to try and taste morsels of delicious food…it is priceless! Rehoboth Beach had 3 chefs nominated for the James Beard award. Hari was one of them.
We were going to be eating on the side porch, which is a fun place to eat, more so when the weather is nice.
The moment you meet him, you can see that he loves what he does. Not only is he a well respected chef, but, he is also an excellent teacher. His presentation of his dishes were very detailed and impressing.
A glass of tamarind juice with I believe, tequila.
A tasting of Quinoa.
Hari decided to make fresh mozzarella…very effortless, I may add.
 
Next course was salmon…just a tasting to keep you wanting more.
And, then, he proceeded to make a pineapple sorbet using liquid nitrogen.
a(muse.) has many dining options…tasting menus, late night menu, classes and private tastings, as well. Chek their website for more information.
And, then, it was time to go home. It has been almost 2 weeks since I went on the tour. It was perfectly planned with the restaurants all being so different. If you like to eat, then, you will love Eating Rehoboth!!
June 11th, 2013
And a “Fund” and “Fun” Raising event is going to be, once again. Imagine how much fun it will be when guests will mingle among the featured works of area artisans while sampling signature dishes prepared by chefs from top area restaurants.
The location? The beautiful, casual, yet sophisticated Clubhouse at Baywood Greens in Long Neck, Delaware, minutes from the Delaware Beaches.
Children & Families First (CFF) has been in existence for more than 125 years. It builds the foundation for strong communities with child-centered and family-focused programs. CFF provide services statewide, and in 2012 it helped more than 35,000 people.
In Sussex County since the 1970’s, the programs cover the life span of helping pregnant women in need, offering parenting education and counseling, targeting families in crisis, programs helping teens in need of cousneling and/or residential treatment, foster care and adoption services, and programs promoting the transition from welfare to work.
Proceeds from “A Taste of Art” will directly support local community programs that give families the relevant tools they need to overcome a crisis and succeed.
So, the committee is already formed and at the helm is Marcie Urgo, Development and Special Events Coordinator for CFF. Marcie is organizing her troops so that this event is as successful as the previous ones.
Sponsors and underwriters are so important and much needed when putting an event, such as this one. If you decide you would like to help…as a sponsor or underwriter, yo will have the opportunity to receive recognition on all advertising and print materials and enjoy additional benefits such as program ads, event tickets and more.
Sponsorship levels are as follows:
$2,500 – Gold Level
$1,000 – Silver Level
$500 – Bronze Level
$250 – Supporting Sponsor
Marcie Urgo will more than happy to talk to you if you have any questions. Please contact her at 302-856-2388. Children & Families First is located at 410 S. Bedord St., Georgetown, DE 19947.
Note: Please stay tuned…there is a lot of work to be done but I think it is going to be a great event!
Talk to you later…you know I will.
June 11th, 2013
Busy, Busy, historic town, located at the entrance of the Delaware Bay and the Atlantic Ocean in Southern Delaware. Something for everyone. What’s Going On, Lewes?
We are in the coast and a lot of the events and activities depend upon the weather. That’s why you come to the Delaware Beaches…to experience this casual lifestyle that by no means I take for granted. So, check the weather before you head out.
Tuesday, 6/11 – Summer Concert at Stango Park – Captain Blue’s Grass Band. The genre? Bluegrass. 7 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. Take your blanket, chair, or both, friends and bug spray. Beautiful Stango Park in Lewes is next to the Lewes Public Library along King’s Highway.
Wednesday, 6/12 – Seining the Bay – Search the shallows with a seine net, catching fish, snails, shrimp, crabs, and other critters. Dress appropriately; you will get wet. No flip-flops. Ages 5 and up with a paying adult. No pre-registration is necessary. Tickets are available only on the day of the program. $5/person. Call 302-645-6852. Location? Seaside Nature Center located inside the Cape Henlopen State Park (admission) on 15099 Cape Henlopen Drive.
Until Thursday, 6/13 – Chautauqua – America Takes Flight – 15th Annual Chautauqua Tent Show. Step back in time with musical entertainment, first person theatrical performances, and numerous educational opportunities for the whole family. Free!
Until Friday, 6/14 – 4th Annual Delmarva on View – Lewes Library Benefit Photography Contest & Show. Delaware, Maryland and Virginia in Photographs. Professional and Amateur Categories. For entry, rules and deadlines, please visit http://www.leweslibrary.org
Wednesday, 6/12 – Battery 519 Museum Tour – 2 p.m. until 3:30 p.m. – Take a guided tour of WW II coastal defense gun battery and learn about how it functioned and why it was here. Ages 10 and up, with a paying adult. $5/person. Cash only. More info? Please call 302-645-6852. Call same Tel. for pre-registration. Location? 15099 Cape Henlopen Drive, Lewes, Delaware.
Wednesday, 6/12 – Zumba with Kelly!! 6 p.m. until 7 p.m. at Lewes Canalfront Park on Front Street, Lewes. It is Free!! Every Wednesday through August 28th.
Wednesday, 6/12 – Fort Miles Lantern Tour – 8:30 p.m. until 10 p.m. Tour the gun battery by lantern light and experience how soldiers defended our coast during WW II. Ages 10 and up with a paying adult. $5/person; cash only please. Call 302-645-6852 for more info. and to pre-register. Location? 15099 Cape Henlopen Drive, Lewes, Delaware.
Thursday, 6/13 – Ghost Crab Walk. Meet at the Seaside Nature Center inside Cape Henlopen State Park, at 15099 Cape Henlopen Drive. The walk starts at 8:30 p.m until 9:30 p.m. Take a flashlight and search the bay for the elusive and fast ghost crab. Ages 7 and up with a paying adult. $5/person. Call 302-645-6852 for further info. and to pre-register.
Friday, 6/14 – Family Boat-Building Weekend on the Banks of the Canal – Lewes was a shipbuilding town, where hundreds of vessels were built. Rekindle this art in Lewes as part of their Family Boatbuilding Weekend over Father’s Day weekend. Support their participating groups and families as they build wooden boats called “Bevin Skiffs” June 14-16 in front of the Lewes Lifesaving Station to view more than 16 wooden boats made by wood boat enthusiasts. Launching of the new handmade Bevin Skiffs at Lewes Canalfront Park on Sunday around 1 p.m. will be the place to be. More info? Please call 302-645-7670.
Friday, 6/14 – Flag Day on Front Street! A Celebration of The Red, White, and Blue!!
Saturday, 6/15 – The 23rd Annual Lewes Garden Tour 2013 – Rain or Shine!! It is sponsored by The Lewes Chamber of Commerce, http://www.leweschamber.com. This is a self-guuided tour of 7 private gardens and one public garden in the Historic Seaport town of Lewes. Five of this year’s gardens are all located in or near the Historic Distric. Many of them are walking distance from the Zwaanendael Park where the Garden market and the Chamber’s Visitor Center are located. Two of the gardens are located on the Lewes Beach-side of the canal.
Lewes’ newest public garden will be on the tour. The Children’s Learning Garden, designed to teach children about all aspects of gardening, is a new initiative by Lewes in Bloom, the award-winning volunteer organization responsible for the beautification of Lewes.
It will be a fun day with more than 40 vendors specializing in garden related retail items and working artists will be in the tour gardens painting. Tour visitors can enjoy beverages and lunch in the Refreshment Tent provided by Cafe Amici in Zwaanendael Park with coffee service beginning at 8 a.m. During the hours of the tour, free shuttle service is available for ticket holders.
Cape Artists painting in the Gardens: 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Libby Zando, Sarah Pavlik, Jean Bowers, Geri Gaskin, Ellen Serafini.
The Garden Tour will begin at 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. $20/person in advance and $25 the day of the Tour. Tickets can be purchased in advance at the Lewes Chamber of Commerce located at 120 Kings Highway in the Fisher-Martin House. Payment by charge…Visa and MC by calling the chamber; 302-645-8073. Toll free 877-465-3937.
Sunday, 6/16 – Yoga at Canalfront Park on Front Street in Lewes at 8 a.m.
Have a good one!!
 
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