June 7th, 2014
“Gather the crumbs of happiness, and they will make you a loaf of contentment.” author unkown
Down the country road I went to pick up 6 dozen cupcakes that I knew were going to make some families happy in Bethany Beach, Delaware. They were going to be served after a half day of deepsea fishing off Indian River Inlet.
I had them baked gluten free. There were a few in the group that had to adhere to a gluten free diet. The others would be joining them, as well. Cupcakes are so easy to take to picnics…It was the perfect choice.
Creative Crumbs Bakes Shoppe is owned by Karen and Patty. They are sisters and they are the bakers!! For many years these sisters had a very successful bakery in Lewes. Then, children and other responsibilites made them close it. A year ago they decided that it was time to start baking again.
I was talking to a friend of mine from Lewes, and I mentioned I was trying Creative Crumbs….when I told her who owned it, she said “OMG, Karen used to bring amazing desserts for Monday night football”. Word of mouth…love it.
Creative Crumbs Bake Shoppe does not have a retail store. Everything is baked to order. You may contact them at 302-645-8588. You can also visit http://www.creativecrumbs.net. They are active on Facebook, as well.
These sister bakers offer traditional baking; so unique is the fact that they also offer baking for customers with dietary allergies and sensitivities. Gluten Free (Karen is celiac), Allergen Free, Dairy Free…and also Vegan.
 My Gluten Free Cupcakes from Creative Crumbs Please note that if you have food allergies, and have questions about their ingredients, make sure you contact them. All of their products do not contain the same ingredients, but they are manufactured in the same facility. In their bakery, they process tree nuts, peanuts, soy, wheat, milk and eggs. They do their best to clean and sterilize the bakery before and after each use….have in mind that Creative Crumbs Bake Shoppe is not an allergy-free facility.
The safety and cleanliness of the bakery is regulated by the Delaware Division of Public Health and in compliance with FDA.
Here are the cupcakes!!
 Gluten Free-Vanilla  Gluten Free - Chocolate  Gluten Free - Lemon On the picnic table, they quickly were sought after. And there were even enough for dessert after the pig roast.
Having cooked gluten free in my household for many years, I think I am a good judge…..the cupcakes had perfect density. The flavors of chocolate, vanilla and lemon were completedly distinct. The frosting was creamy and not overly sweet. And the shells made the Little Pink Houses of Hope…..smile!
Thank you Karen and Patty!!
NOTE: Creative Crumbs Bake Shoppe is participating at VegFest next week-end in Rehoboth Beach.
June 5th, 2014
“Art is when you hear a knocking from your soul….and you answer.” terri guillemets
The Delaware Arts Alliance (DAA) is the unifying voice for the arts and arts education throughout the state, advocating for the central role of the arts in advancing dynamic communities and a creative citizenry.
In its first 3 years, the Alliance has made presentations to the Joint Finance Committee of the Delaware legislature, hosted speaking events, and organized advocacy programs throughout Delaware.
In January 2014, DAA launched its Free Individual Membership plan with the goal of increasing membership to 500 by December 2014. For more information, and to find out what DAA is all about, please visit http://www.delawareartsalliance.org.
ARTS ADVOCACY EVENTS
Monday, June 9th – Arts Rendezvous in Sussex County at Possum Point Players, http://www.possumpointplayers.org located at 441 Old Laurel Rd., Georgetown, is the first in a series of DAA learning and networking events for Kent, New Castle, and Sussex Counties. The programs will educated and engage the arts community in all three counties about impactful arts advocy, and will facilitate the creation of a strong base of advocates through DAA’s Free Individual Membership Campaign.
Arts Rendezvous in Sussex County will start at 4:30 p.m. $5.00 for DAA members and $10 for future members, payable at the door. Light fare will be served and advance reservations are recommended. Please rsvp to nmercado@delawareartsalliance.org.
Liane Hansen, former Senior Host of NPR’s Weekend Edition Sunday and DAA member, will be the Arts Rendezvous in Sussex County spokesperson and convener. A resident of Sussex County, she is active in the theatre community, performing at Clear Space Theatre Company.
Ann Marie Miller, Executive Director of ArtPrideNJ, will be the event speaker. Prior to joining ArtPride in 1995, Ms. Miller served as Director of Development at McCarter Theatre, a Tony-award winning regional theatre and performing arts center. She has over 30 years of experience as an arts manager…she will consider, “How to be an effective arts advocate; the New Jersey experience”.
Monday, June 23rd – Arts Rendezvous in New Castle County at Opera Delaware, http://www.operade.org located at 4 South Poplar Street in Wilmington, is the second in the series of DAA learning and networking events for our 3 counties. It will start at 4:30 p.m. and light fare will be served. Advance reservations are recommended and you may do so my emailing nmercado@delawareartsalliance.org. $5 for DAA members and $10 for future members, payable at the door.
John Schratwieser, Executive Director of Maryland Citizens for the Arts, will be the Guest Speaker. He will be discussing arts advocacy best practices. He has led Maryland Citizens for the Arts since June 2010 and has more than 20 years of experience in the field of arts and non-profit management. For the last 5 years he was Executive Director at the Prince Theatre Foundation in Chestertown on Maryland’s Eastern Shore. He previously worked at Lincoln Center Theatre in New York and Signature Theatre in Arlington, Virginia. John received a B.A. from Fairfield University in 1991, and an M.P.A. from The George Washington University in 2005. He has performed, as an actor and singer, for most of his life, rounding out his understanding of, and affinity for, arts organizations of all shapes and sizes.
For further information, please contact Lynn Calder at lcalder@delawareartsalliance.org or call 302-425-5500, Ext. 103.
Have a great day!!
June 4th, 2014
There are 27 participating restaurants in one square mile in Downtown Rehoboth Beach. That’s pretty impressive!! This is the perfect week to try restaurants in Downtown Rehoboth that you had not even thought about trying before for whatever reasons. There are great deals going on….and, you still have time because this event is ongoing through Friday, June 6th.
I have to give a shout to Rehoboth Beach Main Street, the sponsor of this very popular event. I was so thrilled to find out that I had won a $25 gift certificate to be used during the week. It came just in time because I used it on Tuesday, June 5th. Rehoboth Beach Main Street draws attention to the downtown district. It is the heart of Downtown Rehoboth Beach, bringing to this charming seaside community so many events for the entire family. For more info., please visit http://www.downtownrehoboth.com.
It is going to be 5 years in July since I started this blog. I have lived at the Delaware Beaches for so many years, that I do consider myself a “local”. A blog is a “diary” of sorts. The writer puts out his or hers experiences. I do love promoting the Delaware Beaches. So, I have been doing just that; reviewing restaurants, finding the best corn, the farmers’ markets, activities, and events, and the usual bla, bla, bla….
One evening, a month or so ago, I was on Wilmington Avenue when the lights and front of a restaurant caught my attention. I am sorry to say that I had not heard about it, but, I kept it on the back of my mind, after reading the menu. It would be an interesting one to try. Guess what? They have been in Downtown Rehoboth Beach for 3 years!! What kind of a local am I?
Shorebreak Lodge was the destination of one of my usual suspects, Debbie, and I, on Tuesday. We had not read any reviews…we were going with no preconceived ideas. How perfect was that?
Shorebreak Lodge is located just 133 steps to the Atlantic Ocean, on 10 Wilmington Avenue. Tel. 302-227-1007. Website? http://www.shorebreaklodge.com. Of course, I forgot my camera which was unusual, the iphone would do, I hoped.
Even before I tasted any of the food, I liked Shorebreak. We live at the beach, it is a laid back casual atmosphere; the one visitors come to experience. I was drawn to Shorebreak, then, when I tasted the food…I decided I could not wait to go back again.
It is called Shorebreak Lodge because the owners are surfers…Montauk, NY, a favorite spot. The location is practically on the beach….shorebreakers are found at the water’s edge.
Debbie and I decided to sit at sidewalk….with the big windows next to us.
 
Infused water, iced tea and a little atmosphere to start our evening. The service was attentive and not obtrusive.
Shorebreak Lodge can sit up to 70 customers. The menu changes constantly, bringing customers the fresh ingredients of the day. The food is not complicated….food allergy concerns? Please let them know.
The Roast Beets, Bucheron and Lentils….I love beets and so does Debbie. The combination of colors and flavors enhanced our tastebuds.
At times, and depending how they are cooked, octopus can be a little tough, but not on Tuesday. My Grilled Octopus “Romesco” was very flavorful and tender.
The Hake (Cape Cod), en papillote, with bacon chutney, carrot n’ fennel was presented beautifully and tasted just as good as it looked.
And the Surf n’ Turf of braised short ribs and sea scallops….I loved. Risotto accompanied the short ribs, which by the way melted in your mouth. Always a fan of scallops, these were cooked and seasoned to perfection.
Our selections for sweet endings were:
The strawberry puff pastry shortcake. Strawberries are in season, so we had to.
The Avocado and Coconut Milk “Creme Brulee”….first time seen it on a menu, so, we had to….and by the way, it was awesome. It was so good to be able to distinct the avocado and coconut flavors.
Very pleasantly surprised….so now you know…let me know how your experience is. Check it out when visiting the Nation’s Summer Capital.
June 3rd, 2014
Stango Park is located right along Kings Highway in Lewes, Delaware. It is also the home of the Lewes Public Library. The park has spreading trees forming an arbor over the carpets of grass. It is the perfect place to bring your chairs, blankets, bug spray, friends, visitors, and family members to sit and enjoy the Summer Concert Series that are held on Tuesday evenings from 7 p.m. until 8:30 p.m.
These concerts are free!!
Tonight, Annapolis Bluegrass Coalition whose genre is Bluegrass will be entertaining the crowds. If you would like to know about them, please visit http://www.annapolisbluegrass.com.
Stango Park is named in honor of former Mayor Al Stango. He was a 12 term Mayor and retired in 1992. He is remembered for his personality and role during Lewes’ transition from a blue-collar working town to a city driven by upward-spiraling real estate.
Have a great day!! It is gorgeous out there!
Note: Info. for this post was taken from the City of Lewes.
June 2nd, 2014
It was my first time at the 3rd Annual Picnic in The Park at Canalfront Park, in Lewes, Delaware. One of my usual suspects, Cindi, came with me. My first thought was Small Town U.S.A. To see everyone sitting around, chatting, smiling and enjoying one beautiful day by the water in the First Town of the First State. This photo says it all.
Picnic in The Park was held on Sunday, June 1st, from Noon until 3 p.m. at Canalfront Park on Front Street in Lewes. The admission, if purchased online, was $10, otherwise, $15 at the door. Kids 12 and under were $5. Food and beverage tickets were $2 each at the event. I bought $20 for Cindi and I.
Lewes restaurants were under their tents offering visitors their best and most well known delicacies: Agave, Buttery, Gilligan’s, Half Full, Irish Eyes, Jerry’s, Kindle, Nectar, Rose and Crown, Savannah Deli and Grille, Striper Bites, Touch of Italy, and 2 Dips. These restaurants gathered around the park and from beef tenderloin chili and fresh cornbread to lobster salad sandwiches….all you had to do is give them 1 or 2 tickets, depending on the food and let the tastings begin.
Plenty of tables to sit, eat, and listen to the music.
 Agave  Nectar  Dogfish Head The kids were having a blast with games you never see anymore.
The Cow Milking Contest….that, I had not seen before, but was so funny. It had a lot of interest.
Cindi and I loved the Cotton Candy. It was just made…so light and airy and complimentary. As a young child I had a cotton candy machine; a small version of the one at the park. Colorful sugar made beautiful cotton candy.
I love the photo of the 2 Cotton Candy Girls….right by Lightship Overfalls, they were experts at the Cotton Candy machine….and so typical.
All events at Lewes Canalfront Park are free to the public unless otherwise noted. Donations are always welcome! Please visit http://www.lewescanalfrontpark.org. You may also call 302-645-2795.
Coming Up:
Yoga In The Park until August 31st at 8 a.m. until 9 a.m. on Sundays!
Zumba In The Park until August 27th 6 p.m. until 7 p.m. on Wednesdays!
Fish N’ Kids on Sunday, June 15th from 10 a.m. until Noon
Yoga Summer Solstice on Saturday, June 21st from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m.
CINEMA BY THE CANAL – Starting at Dusk Thursday, July 3rd – Frozen, Thursday, July 17th – Saving Mr. Banks, Thursday, July 31st – ET, Thursday, August 14th – Zookeeper, and Thursday, August 28th – Jumanji.
CONCERTS BY THE CANAL – Starting at 7 p.m., Thursday, July 10th – Chester River Runoff, Thursday, July 24th – Oh Boy!, Thursday, August 7th – Bullbuckers, and Thursday, August 21st – Nate Myers & The Aces.
Canalfront Park is a beautiful place to sit or stroll, and enjoy summer 2014!!
Have a good one!!
June 1st, 2014
It would be a toss up….beach, or, hiking, biking, walking…I think all can be done in one day if you are visiting Rehoboth Beach, Delaware. Look outside…it is another gorgeous day in the Nation’s Summer Capital.
The Junction & Breakwater Trail is a trail that follows the path of an early railroad. At the time it carried passengers and freight. The name comes from the rail line that ran between Lewes and Rehoboth in the mid 1800s.
In 2003 the Division of Parks and Recreation of the State of Delaware used the old railbed to create a beautiful hiking, biking, walking and strolling trail for the public.
I call it the other side of Rehoboth Beach because it is an unexpected scenery….glades, salt marshes, pine forests and coastal wetlands lead all the way to and from the ocean to Lewes.
In 2003, when it opened it was a 3.6 mile crushed stone trail. In 2007 an additional 2.4 mile corridor was officially opened. The trail is a total of 6 miles.
There are different ways of accessing the trail. If you are at the Tanger Outlets, you can park at the Seaside Parking Lot and start there. If you are in Downtown Rehoboth Beach, you can head out of town over the Lewes-Rehoboth Canal drawbridge and take a right onto Church Street. Turn left past the church and follow the road that passes the entrance of Canal Corkran.
At the Lewes end, the trail begins at Gills Neck Rd. and Kings Highway intersection opposite the entrance of Cape Henlopen High School. For more detailed info., please visit http://www.leweschamber.com/trails/junction-breakwater-biking-and-hiking-trail.
Scenic vistas and marshes are those where you should stop and enjoy….this whole area has grown so much. Traffic is crazy, more so, at this time of the year. This trail offers respite from all the hustle and bustle even at the beach. The railroad bridge is 80 foot long and was originally built in 1913.
Guess what we saw while walking….harmless!
The trail is quiet and quite tranquil. I think you will love it!! Talk to you later.
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