An annual event for many years The Polar Bear Plunge Weekend has been raising funds for Special Olympics Delaware. So many people come to Rehoboth Beach because what else are you going to do the first week in February?
I got a call from our local celebrity, The Rehoboth Foodie, wondering if I could take his place judging the wings and ice cream event. Is the Pope Catholic? Of course, I was honored.
I have an idea how my wings should look and taste. I was so excited.
The event was at The Atlantic Sands Hotel on Baltimore Ave. And these were your Judges?
Left to right was Kathy, the Rehoboth Foodie’s sister, yours truly, Pam George, writer, editor and food blogger, and Steve, her husband.
Wing enthusiasts will be celebrating Super Bowl Sunday eating away chicken wings prepared in many different ways. It has been stated that about 1 billion wings will be enjoyed on that day.?
Prior to the public coming in we went through the different tables tasting. We had to judge based on Appearance, Texture/Tenderness, Taste. For the ice, same except no tenderness ?
My first stop was Zogg’s. They are located on 1 Wilmington Ave.
I loved everything about them. They hit all the boxes in such an amazing way.
Next tasting was Tiki Jac’s. They are located at 71 Rehoboth Ave. These wings looked beautiful. Smoked with a rum glaze. I would have preferred them more crispy.
I was told that when you are cooking wings for the amount of guests coming in…….1,500 expected the sauces or glazes poured over tend to soften the skin.
Let’s try an ice cream to clean the palate. Woodside Creamery had a delicious ice cream. They are located in Hockessin and everything is made from scratch. The only place you can get their ice cream in Rehoboth Beach is at The Ice Cream Store. It hit all the boxes.
You start eating and yummy it is and then that green caramel explodes in your mouth.
A stop to Fish On was next.
Their wings looked great.
Usually when you order wings they bring you a blue cheese sauce for dipping. A sprinkle of blue cheese gave them a great kick.
Iron Hill Brewery had another great presentation but I still think they needed to be crispier. Iron Hill is located at 19815 Coastal Highway.
Kara’s Sugar Kitchen. Soft almost like a custard.
Ladies I love your photo?? I apologize because while enjoying my ice cream I forgot to take a photo. The crisp complemented the ice cream so well.
Kara’s Sugar Kitchen is on Social Media.
Kiwi’s Kove had a blend of spices giving them a little heat. They are located at 101 N. Boardwalk
The doors opened and I could see the people were ready. It was so much fun and for a very good cause with funds staying in Delaware.
Our job was complete but not before telling Kathy that it was a pleasure to have met her.
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“I don’t know but I am getting excited about the Shrimp Toast”, my friend B said? Let’s have it.
And here is a close up. So glad we ordered them. As you can see this appetizer was perfect for sharing. It was very good.
From the Dim Sum our next choice became our favorite. Our server said it is a favorite of customers, as well.Dim Sum are “small dishes; steamed, baked, or fried”. Each dish contains about 3 to 4 pieces. Ours had 6. Another shareable dish.
This was called Soup Dumpling.
The soup is inside. You can take the spoon, pick it up, dip in the broth an then whole into your mouth. Or you can take a bite an it will not run down your chin. It is a little thicker. It is the most delicious and not to be missed.
Bodhi Kitchen is located at 10 N 1st St., in Downtown Rehoboth Beach. Reservations would be best. There is brunch on Sunday from 11-2. Dinner 5-9. Monday through Thursday 5-9. Friday and Saturday 5-10. Happy Hour every day 5-6.
My Braised Cumin Lamb Ho Fun was delicious. soy braised shoulder, wheat noodles, chili oil, Chinese spinach, peanuts and bok choy. All the entrees are perfect for sharing. Generous portions.
A stir fried noodle dish. It is also part of the country cuisine of Thailand. The Pad Thai with our choice of shrimp at Bodhi I could certainly have again. Rice noodles, tamarind, peanuts, bird’s eye chili, bean sprouts, cilantro and lime. Those little red peppers are spicy.
Our reservation was early but it took no time to get the restaurant to get filled up.
I am glad we have more choices in Rehoboth Beach because……..
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That motto above I like. It describes my group of foodie friends. We go out to try restaurants with no occasion in mind. This time is great to do so because many restaurants offer specials.
Wednesday a couple of weeks ago that’s where we went. Off The Hook is located at 769 Garfield Parkway in Bethany Beach, DE. The restaurant opens at 11:30 a.m.
Today 1/2 priced entrees begin at 3. Happy Hour from 3 to 6. It is very popular and they don’t take reservations. It has a nice size bar where you can dine, as well.
We all have fish. Our choices were delicious and here are some photos to feast on.
SALMON
MAHI
ROCKFISH
Good Food, Will Travel. Worth the trip. Good food, healthy, local, attentive service, Wednesday 1/2 priced entrees. Specials every day. Happy Hour every day.
Give it a try??
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Longwood Gardens is located at 1001 Longwood Rd., about 3 miles northeast of Kennett Square. It is beautiful all year round, but during the holidays it is magical. I thought we were going to miss the last weekend for the holiday decorations. They keep them up until January 7th every year.
A storm was coming but we made it. Usually when I visit Longwood we eat at a local restaurant but this time the sit down restaurant we were going to try. It is called 1906. It is named “in honor of the year Pierre S. Du Pont purchased the grounds that were developed into Longwood Gardens”.
I was warm and very comfortable. The bread in the flower was warm and truth be told I could have had that with a glass of wine and cheese?
Kennett Square Mushroom Soup was a must. If you don’t know let me tell you that Chester County is known as Mushroom Capital. More than 500 million pounds per year.
The Crab Louie was a good appetizer and those were lentil crisps. Avocados and grapefruit were a great addition.
Black Truffle Potato Gnocchi with truffle cream and pecorino. We determined that they were a tiny bit dense. Hey we ate them. By the way the portions at 1906 are generous so either share or take some home.
The Jurgielewicz Duck Ragu. Not knowing what Jurgielewicz I found out that Joe Jurgielewicz & Son, Ltd. Is one of the leading Peking duck suppliers in North America. They employ over 200 people from PA and partners with local families in here to raise JJS Peking ducks. This dish was delicious.
No dessert; we were full. We continue to see the beautiful decorations.
We wanted to keep walking through the vast gardens all lit up but the weather did not cooperate. Visitors were still in the Holiday Spirit and it was great to see.
1906 restaurant will reopen in the Spring. Please visit longwoodgardens.org because the Winter Garden Exhibit is ongoing, a Garden Photography Class 101 begins February 1st until the 22nd. And, so much more.
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Food serves as a way for people to come together. That’s how I ended my post last year when attending for the first time The Feast of the Seven Fishes at The Room at Cedar Grove, 32882 Cedar Grove Rd., Lewes, DE. Paul Cullen, our local culinary celebrity owns this venue, offering concerts, jazz brunch, dinners and a market. Check him out on Social Media.
This was last year’s dinner. Following is this year’s dinner.
The love of food, good wines and making new friends is what brought us together.
The Feast of the Seven Fishes in an Italian American celebration on Christmas Eve. Seafood is served with 7 different dishes offered.
The Room at Cedar Grove is intimate. Here is the menu.
Salmon and Caviar was the first course served with Prosecco.
Second Course was Baccala on Garlic Ciabatta. Served with Arneis. This is a well known dish; salted cod, reflecting the customs of the then impoverished regions of southern Italy.
The third course was Speck Wrapped Scallops also served with Arneis wine. Speck is a type of cured lightly smoked ham, from the northeast of Italy.
The Fourth course was Lobster Bisque served with a Chardonnay. Delicious.
The Fifth Course was Shrimp Scampi served with a Rose. It was served over a polenta cake, lemon butter wine sauce.
The Sixth course was a Flounder Francaise served with a Rose/Barbera. The flounder was egg battered pan fried.
Paul proceeded to give us a concert as we had our Strawberry Panna Cotta with Moscato. Yummy ending with chopped strawberries and fresh mint.
Good food, wines, music and new people….Christmas and a new year upon us.
Happy New Year. ?
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Confucius was a Chinese thinker and social philosopher….But in Rehoboth Beach it is a very good Chinese restaurant. Not all Chinese restaurants are the same. This one stands above others.
Shawn and Danielle have owned Confucius for almost 20 years. They are the perfect host and hostess. I remember years ago watching their son doing his homework in the back. That young man is in college now.
Confucius is located on 57 Wilmington Ave. right in Downtown Rehoboth Beach. 302-227-3848.
I have my favorite dishes. My go to ones. So, I always order a whole fish. No, don’t wrinkle your nose until you try it. I am like a cat eating a fish? I dig into the fish like I dig into my crabs.
The Whole Black Sea Bass is intimidating, but trust me it is so good. You don’t have to look at the eyes. Once you take that first bite you will say Oh now I know what she was talking about.
Their green beans are to die for. You wonder why would I order green beans? Simple, they are that good.
An appetizer of Salt & Pepper Shrimp should not be missed. Crispy and you should try them or someone in your table should. But they may not want to share.
General Tso’s Chicken was ordered and I can attest it was very good. It can be a shareable dish for the table. There are many stories about the history of this dish. Check it out.
Their duck spring rolls were nice as a starter sipping wine waiting for the salt and pepper shrimp?
As you can tell I really enjoy Confucius. Their food and service is consistent and when I leave I think of how I cannot wait to come back.
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Enjoy the Season.
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Pleasantly surprised we were by Sirocco located inside the new Coast Rehoboth Beach. The restaurant has clean lines, a nice bar, good lighting and a friendly staff.
The cuisine is Mediterranean. We arrived right at 6 and while the photo above showed it quiet, well that did not last long. Within half hour all tables were taken.
And what a surprise. Last Wednesday it was buy one entree and get the other free.
I love a whole fish. The flavor is amazing when it is cooked whole. My choice was the whole Branzino. It was roasted, grilled lemon, capers, fresh rosemary and thyme. Those tomatoes on the side were roasted and had an incredible flavor.
The next dish was outstanding as well. The Grilled Lamb Chops. Cooked to perfection. Served with a warm couscous salad, grilled artichokes and roasted eggplant with a mint gremolata. You have to have mint with lamb right? ?
Everything was so good with both entrees. Cannot complain.
We did not have dessert but the were definitely tempting. They had Pistachio Baklava, Canoli Trio and Limoncello Zabaione and Ice Cream.
Sirocco opens Wednesday through Sunday. Every day Happy Hour from 5-7.
For Thanksgiving they are offering a Prix Fixe dinner. 2-5 p.m.
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I know when I leave a restaurant and my thoughts are “can’t wait to come back” it is because I really enjoyed it.
If they continue serving this delicious food and good service Sirocco will definitely be a great addition to Rehoboth Beach. ???
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Tuesday night, I guess we should all be tucked in now that the days are shorter. It was the perfect night to go out to dinner. Four friends got together for a World’s Best Champagne Dinner at Ruth’s Chris Steak House in Berlin, Maryland. My Motto is Good Food, Will Travel and so we did.
This dinner was a celebration to two iconic women of their times. In 1805 at the age of 27 Madame Clicquot became one of the first businesswomen of modern times when she took over the business that was established in 1772.
Ruth Fertel bought in 1965 the Chris Steak House in New Orleans. It was against the advice of many. You do have to follow your instincts. The rest is history.
This dinner was well attended. If you like champagne you would have been able to enjoy the best with each entree.
We started with the scallop crudo. It had an asian pear relish. Crudo means raw. The pairing was Moet & Chandon Imperial.
The next was the roasted parsnip soup with mini buttered croutons and fresh turmeric foam. I would have liked it a bit warmer.
The soup was paired with the Brut Yellow Label.
The next course brought to the table was a Prime Skirt Steak. Smashed rosemary red potatoes and a soy and ginger chimichurri. A little kick the chimichurri gave. Veuve Clicquot Rose we all really enjoyed.
Great Filet Mignon with Blue Crab was our next presentation. Shareable potatoes Anna and asparagus frites. Medium rare for me, please. Paired with the elegant Veuve Clicquot La Grande Dame, 2015. ??
A sweet ending of coconut cake, a roasted pineapple cream filling, brulee pineapple, and passion fruit coulis. Use your imagination because I forgot to take the photo.?
It goes without saying that a dinner date with friends is therapy for the soul.
Some of the information for this post was taken from their website.
These two women are admired for having a great influence and example to future businesswomen. Cheers to Ruth and Madame Clicquot.
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