March 11th, 2013
It is not a fad diet, it could be a choice, though. For so many having to follow a gluten free diet is necessary to live. For those that suffer from celiac disease, an autoimmune disorder, it is the only way to go. No magic pill there. For others with medical conditions like Autism, Asperger’s Syndrome, ADD, and ADHD, the change in diet is a big help. Others, with food intolerances benefit, as well.
On a personal level, my husband was diagnosed with celiac disease over 3 years ago. Since then, my kitchen has been gluten free. It is so interesting, I have learned so much. I have also been praising the restaurants that offer their patrons with food allergies, like the ones with celiac, a safe place to eat. These restaurants at the Delaware Beaches, and Ocean City, Maryland are making it so much easier….their menus, their staff, etc. etc. The chefs, those that at times can get a little testy…how could you change my flour to a rice flour? They have been great.
“Living Gluten Free in Delaware” is a sharing group that has been meeting the 2nd Tuesday of every month at The Birch Tree Cafe inside The Good Earth Market, 31826 Good Earth Lane, Clarksville, Delaware. It is just 4 miles west of Bethany Beach. The meeting takes place from 6:30 until 8:00 p.m. The discussions are about lifestyle, cooking and dining habits. They will be offering cooking and baking advice, new product info., and even some door prices!! More info? Call 302-539-2468. The Birch Tree Cafe is a 100% Gluten Free-Restaurant, Espresso Bar, and, Bake Shoppe. You can find them on Facebook. Website? http://www.birchtreecafe.com.
I stopped the other day with my son, Michael; we were hungry and besides that I wanted to get one of Cathy’s homemade gluten free pie shells. They are so good and I had already tried them in the past.
You can order at the counter, or sit down. There is also a take-out menu, as well.
We started with a cappuccino. Then, Cathy sprinkled them with a bit of Coconut sugar and cinnamon.
Michael ordered the Veggie Sandwich with Boar’s Head Swiss Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato, Avocado, Zucchini, Squash, Apple, Red Onion, and Carrot Ribbons. Served in their in-house baked gluten free bread with a small side of their homemade applesauce.
I went with the Chickpea Deli Salad Sandwich, organic chickpeas with celery, grapes, and sliced almonds, served on their in-house gluten free bread, with lettuce and tomato. I love chickpeas so I knew I was, definitely going to like this one. The chickpeas were pulsed, so as not to be completely grounded. The combination with the grapes and almonds was very good. It also came with their homemade applesauce.
The Birch Tree Cafe opened last year. They have been very well received. Save the dates for other events to be held at the Cafe:
March 23rd – Kari Ainsworth returns!! Call 302-539-2468 for topic information. Saturday at 3 p.m.
April 6th – “Gluten–What Is It Anyway” Part 3 of 3. Join Cathy Berzins, owner of The Birch Tree Cafe and Gluten Free Chef for this informative discussion, clarifying what all the hoop-la over a gluten free diet is all about. Topics to be discussed will be gluten free flour blends, recipe conversions, making your favorite gluten free (bring your recipe). Saturday at 3 p.m.
Have a great day!!
January 6th, 2013
My New Year’s resolution this year was not to make any. It is easier that way. You don’t have to feel so guilty a couple of days later when the diet goes out the window. If I had made a resolution; dieting would have been the one. I am always on some diet or another.
But no, I think this year I want a little bit more. I want to imagine myself waking up rested, thinking clearly, full of energy and interest in the day ahead. So, I was excited to find an invite on Facebook. It said something like “Are Sugar Blues getting you Down?” Hmm, sounded interesting. This time of the year is the quietest at the Delaware Beaches. I love it because is a time to recharge those batteries; to kick back and relax. There is still plenty to do. The beaches are not dead by any means. Starting the year over with this event, perfect!!
Then, I saw that Kari Ainsworth, LMT, IC, CHHC, was going to be giving the talk. I met Kari this year and she is a Licensed Massage Therapist, Cosmetologist, Intrinsic Coach, Yoga Instructor and Holistic Health Coach. Her company is Kia Massage, LLC. Her Tel. is 302-362-2033. Website? http://www.kiamassagellc.com.
This event was going to be taking place at The Birch Tree Cafe, located inside Good Earth Market at 31826 Good Earth Lane, Clarksville, DE 19970. This is 4.8 miles west of Bethany Beach, on Rt. 26.
The Birch Tree Cafe is a 100% Gluten Free restaurant. Chef and Owner is Cathy Berzins. They carry soups, coffees, lattes, salads, quiches, sandwiches, muffins and gluten free baked goods.
 
From January 7th until the 18th, there will be a limited menu due to vacation time. It will be closed on Saturday, 1/12. Regular times and menu will resume on the 19th. Tel. 302-539-2468. Website? http://www.thebirchtreecafe.com.
I was not sure how many people were going to be attending. Afterall, the holidays were just a thing of the past. But, guess what? It was crowded. Saw a few familiar faces, as well.
In this photo, please meet Cathy on the left and Kari on the right.
Kari introduced herself and talked a little about her professional journey. I think, everyone that was present sort of knew what they needed to do. But, just like me, we also needed to learn more and have someone give us that extra push.
When Kari asked what were our favorite “sugar treats” when growing up, I did not speak up. I did not want to date myself. I did love Mary Janes, pix at stix (don’t even know how to spell it) and a few others that I want to forget now.
Nicotine is to cigarettes as sugar is to food. An addiction. The more you have, the more you want. I could not believe that there are 15 teaspoons in a 20 ounce bottle of Coke. Yikes!
The ups and crashes of sugar. Feeling great and then crashing…start over.
Sugar is an inflammatory food. They are even relating it to high cholesterol.
Someone said ” I feel like I want a cookie or something at 7 p.m.” Kari gave ideas on how to prevent those cravings. A lot has to do with television commercials and other shows. But, also a lot of times we eat because we are thirsty. So please drink up your water.
Food changes everything. The way you feel, your attitude, your skin, and how well you sleep.
If you would like to meet with Kari, please give her a call. She can help you to improve your eating habits, understand your body better, make your self-care a priority, feel confident in choosing and preparing better food for you and your family and experience an increase in overall happiness in your life.
We all had a great time….I even won a prize. Almond Butter and Coconut Sugar!! Will tell you about it on another post since I have not tried them yet.
Thanks for such a nice time to Kari, The Birch Tree Cafe, and Good Earth Market (http://www.goodearthmarket.com).
Talk to you later.
January 3rd, 2013
It might be quiet now, but it is not dead by any means. Bethany Beach and Fenwick Island are called the Quiet Resorts. In the summer, they are hopping. In the winter, they take a well deserve rest.
After all the cooking and eating I was so glad to see some of the events that are for everyone….giving us a head start on healthy eating habits for 2013.
Anyway, if you are around the Delaware Beaches, check what’s going on.
Saturday, 1/5 – “Sugar Blues” got you down? Join Good Earth Market and Organic Farm at 3 p.m. for a free workshop, and you will discover why you crave sweets. Why sugar is addictive. How to break free of sugar cravings and emotional eating. You will leave the workshop with a step by step action plan to kick your sugar habit for good.
Kari Ainsworth, LMT, HHC, is a Licensed Massage Therapist, Cosmetologist, Intrinsic Coach, Yoga Instructor, and Holistic Health Coach. She works with you one on one to help you reduce stress, improve nutrition, lose weight, increase energy levels and live your most balanced life.
Good Earth Market is located at 31806 Good Earth Lane (Rt. 26), Clarksville, DE 19970. Clarksville is about 4.8 miles west of Bethany Beach. It is open Monday – Saturday from 9 a.m. until 6 p.m. and on Sunday from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. For more information, please visit http://www.goodearthmarket.com.
Tuesday, 1/8 – Free Cooking Demo at Catch 54 at 6 p.m. – Catch 54 wants you to get a head start and this cooking demo will do just that when they will focus on lower caloric cooking options and healthy food choices for the whole family.
Cocktail hour will start at 4:45 p.m. with small appetizers available. Followed by the free cooking demo from 6 – 7 p.m. To reserve your spot, please call 302-436-8600, or email Jim@sodelconcepts.com. But, hurry up because these cooking demos are very popular. Now that the days will be getting a bit longer, try to get there early to see the beautiful views from Catch 54. Catch 54 is located at 3819 Madison Avenue in Fenwick Island. Website? http://www.catch54.com
Friday, 1/18 – Classic Casino (James Bond Style), Proceeds to benefit the Delaware Breast Cancer Coalition. 7:00 p.m. at The Cove at Bayside Resort located at 31806 Lakeview Dr., Selbyville, DE 19975. Tel. 302-541-4065.
Tickets are $40 in advance or $45 at the door. Individual tickets include heavy appetizers, one drink ticket, $100 in casino chips, music, dancing and fun.
A limited number of High Roller Table tickets are available for $100 each. It includes heavy appetizers, 3 drink tickets, designated server, private area with choice of Black Jack or Poker. Limited to 7 players per table.
More info? Please visit http://www.btdladies.com.
Saturday, 1/19 – Weight Loss and Digestive Wellness. Join Mark Stoehr, MAC, LAc and learn how to naturally lose body fat and manage gastrointestinal concerns. Topics will include fat loss, gut/brain connection and celiac disease. Treatment methods, such as nutrition, acupuncture, herbal medicine and probiotic therapy will also be discussed.
Mark Stoehr is a Licensed Acupuncturist and Herbalist with a practice in Ocean City, Maryland.
Good Earth Market is located 4.8 miles west of Bethany Beach, at 31806 Good Earth Lane, Clarksville, DE 19970. More info? Check http://www.goodearthmarket.com.
So, I guess the post is about feeling healthier, more motivated and interested. Have a good one!!
January 20th, 2012
Not so quick to think we are hibernating at the Delaware Beaches. Usually the week following a holiday week-end is quiet at the Delaware Beaches; more so this time of the year. If you are visiting Lewes, Rehoboth, Milton, Clarksville (west of Bethany Beach), then check what’s going on…
Friday, 1/20 – Lewes – Star Gazing Starry Night at the Cape Henlopen State Park. Learn how to find the familiar star patterns known as constellations and learn the stories they tell as we go outside and explore the night skies. Ages 10 and older with an adult. $2/person. At 6:30 p.m. This program is led by a naturalist and will meet at the Seaside Nature Center inside the Cape Henlopen State Park in Lewes. Follow the signs. Call to pre-register 302-645-6852 and remember to dress for the weather.
Friday, 1/20 – Milton, DE – Documentary – An Evolving Legacy: Delaware’s Coastal Act. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Venue? The Milton Fire Hall located at 116 Front St., Milton, Delaware. Admission $5 for adults and $3 for children ages 11 and under. You can purchase tickets online, today, until Noon, by visiting http://www.rehobothfilm.com/film_events_delmarva_roots.html. Or, you can just purchase them at the door.
Delmarva Roots is a series of films about the rich history of the Delmarva region. If you missed it at the Film Festival then here is another chance.
Forty years ago, Governor Russell W. Peterson championed Delaware’s landmark Coastal Zone Act to preserve the Delaware shoreline. Before Peterson’s death last February at the age of 94, he was interviewed. He recounted the dramatic struggle to craft and pass this visionary legislation. In addition to reporting his story, the film explores the 40 year history of the Coastal Zone Act, and presents the ongoing challenges all Delawareans face in the struggle to balance the desire for industrial development with a love for unspoiled natural habitats. After the screening, Director Michael Oates will lead a question and answer session about the production of the film.
Friday, 1/20 – Lewes – The Lewes Historical Society Presents Jim Horn “Remembering Rehoboth Beach’s Glory Days” – at the Lewes Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall, Kings Highway in Lewes. 7:30 – 9:00 p.m.
Rehoboth native, Jim Horn, will be the featured speaker on the history of Rehoboth Beach. He will share his family’s collection of photos taken over time, recording much of the history of Rehoboth’s development and growth. His family’s enterprises in the early 1900’s included the Rehoboth dance pavilion, roller rink, stores, the Auditorium Theater in Lewes, the Del-Reho Casino and the Blue Hen Theater. His last presentation was over 8 years ago. He is currently a Delaware Magistrate and serves as a judge in the state’s judicial system. For more info., please call Michael DiPaolo at 302-645-7670.
Friday, 1/20 – Rehoboth – Jakes Seafood has Danny Shivers, Vocalist/Electrical and Acoustic Guitarist entertaining diners on Friday evening. On Saturday, 1/22 – Decades Dance Party starting at 9 p.m. Dance the night away to the 50s, 60s, 70s, and 80s. No cover. More info? Just call them up at 302-644-7711 or visit their website, www.jakesseafoodhouse.com.
Friday, 1/20 – Lewes – Music & Entertainment at Bethany Blues, Lewes – Big Hat, No Cattle; a little rock, a little “Billy”. Always great entertainment as Sydney’s Music Revival at Bethany Blu7es continues every Friday. Big Hat provides foot stomping joyful country gospel and soulful music. Bethany Blues is located right on Rt. 1 at 18385 Coastal Highway. Tel. 302-644-2500. www.bethanyblues.com. Entertainment begins at 8 p.m.
Friday, 1/20 – Rehoboth Beach – Nage Bistro in Rehoboth Beach – Live Entertainment starting at 7 p.m. at the Wine Bar. Local musicians. Nage is located at 19730 Coastal Highway.
If you love to cook and want to learn more please visit www.nagerestaurant.com and click on their Healthy and Flavorful Cooking Class which will be Saturday, 1/21. The chefs at Nage are going to give your diet a post-holiday tune up. The class will be immediately followed by a special lunch with the instructor. The lunch is included in the price of the class. It will start at 10 a.m. until Noon. For more info., please call 302-226-2037.
Another interesting event offered by Nage Bistro is their Meatless Mondays at Nage, serving extraordinary vegetarian dishes in order to promote good health and also help the environment. Meatless Mondays is a national campaign to promote healthier eating and a healthier planet. The menus will be featuring meat free cuisine designed to prove that vegetarian cuisine does not have to be boring. Call for reservations at 302-226-2037.
Saturday, 1/21 – Clarksville, 4 miles west of Bethany Beach – Good Earth Market & Organic Farm is located on Rt. 26 at 31806 Good Earth Lane, Clarksville, DE. Tel. 302-537-7100. Website? http://www.goodearthmarket.com. At Noon. Get Ready for Your Super Bowl Feast!! Join Cape Seasonings from Lewes, Delaware as they show you how to prepare 5 Simple Super Bowl Party Snacks. Try their Soul Blend Seasons, Gourmet Pretzels & Chips and Kaldi Organic EVOO.
Good Earth Market makes sandwiches and salads to order daily from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Just give them a call with your order and they will have it ready for pick up. 302-537-7100.
Saturday, 1/21 – Lewes – Battery 519 Museum Tour at 2 p.m. at Fort Miles inside the Cape Henlopen State Park. Join a historical interpreter for a guided tour of a WWII coastal defense gun battery. See the updates and renovations. Ft. Miles was a key part of the nation’s coastal defense during and after WWII. In April of 2005 it was added to the National Register of Historic Places. Meet at the Orientation Building in the Fort Miles Historic area. Follow “Fort Miles” signs to the parking lot. Walk the paved road through the Cantonment area to the orientation building; it will be the largest one on your right. Please call 302-645-6852 to pre-register. $5/person. This program is for ages 7 and older with an adult.
Sunday, 1/22 – Rehoboth Beach – 9th Annual Championship Sunday at 2 p.m. Venue? Rehoboth Beach Convention Center right on Rehoboth Avenue. Bring family and friends and watch and cheer the NFC and AFC Championship Games. Silent auction, kids room and more. $20/adult and $5 for children under 12. For tickets call 302-226-8750, 302-645-9344 or 302-226-2230. You can purchase tickets in advance at MX Physical Therapy at Safeway Plaza, Trader’s Jewelry & Gifts at 116 Second St., Lewes, or at the door. Non-perishable food items will be accepted in support of Casa San Francisco’s Food Pantry.
I guess….not so quiet, afterall….Have a good week-end. Chilly but it does feel soooo nice.
September 12th, 2011
Having attended this summer one of these unforgettable outdoor dinners, I have to remind you that tomorrow, Tuesday, September 13th, you can join fellow diners as the sun sets for a special dining experience.
It is sponsored by Plate Catering and Good Earth Market. The food will be prepared by Matt Haley, Sue Ryan and SoDel Chefs.
It will start at 6 p.m. Location? Good Earth Market, Clarksville. $95/person. For tickets please call 302-537-7100.
All local farm and pier fresh menu accompanied by wine pairings and cocktails.
This is a fundraising event. All proceeds benefit the Global Delaware Fund.
This Fund is helping local and global communities by supporting education and sustainability. Their website? www.theglobaldelawarefund.com.
The Global Delaware Fund is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing goods and services to children at risk in distressed situations. It provides essential services to children and adults locally and throughout the world.
Their Services? Financial support for essential needs, such as clothing, shelter and food, and thereby filling the gaps in the “social safety net”.
They also provide financial support towards counseling and mentoring for abused, grief-stricken, or disease-afflicted children.
And, they also provide scholarships, fellowships, and education grants for students in grades K-12 including support for special needs and learning disabled students.
Online donations are accepted through the Delaware Community Foundation, www.delcf.org. Or, you can make a check payable to: The Global Delaware Fund, P.O. Box 31, Bethany Beach, DE 19930.
When donating, please specify whether you would like your funds distributed locally or abroad.
Good Earth Market is located in Clarksville, Delaware, just a few miles west of Bethany Beach. For directions and more info., please visit www.goodearthmarket.com.
Have a great time!!…talk to you later…
June 20th, 2011
Bethany Beach is also known as the Quiet Resort. Well, this typical beach town will be packing some events this coming week. If you are in town check them out. It will not be that quiet.
Tuesday, 6/21 – Film Critics Needed!! Help review films for this year’s Rehoboth Beach Independent Film Festival. Screen a documentary, or a feature, and a short, time permitting. Reviewers will be asked to complete a rating sheet and join a post film discussion.
Time and Place? 7:00 p.m. at the South Coastal Library at 43 Kent Ave. in Bethany Beach. Tel. 302-539-5231. Free!!
Tuesday, 6/21 and Wednesday, 6/22 – Gallery One, which represents local artists will be holding a workshop called “Basic Digital Photography”. 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. $75. Location? 32 Atlantic Avenue in Ocean View, a couple of miles west of Bethany Beach on Rt. 26.
It is a basic digital photography workshop with Robert Connelly (www.livecheapmakeart.com). Tel. 302-537-5055. Website? www.galleryonede.com.
Learn to use a digital camera and set up a photo to achieve optimum light, angle, and composition. You must bring your camera, with charged batteries and the camera manual to the class.
Bob is a professional fine arts photographer with a BA in Studio Art from Arizone State University.
Want to Keep Trim While on Vacation?
Yoga at Sunrise – 6 a.m. until 7 a.m. at the Bethany Beach Bandstand. Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, including 4th of July and Labor Day. Bring mat and towel. Fee? $5 For more info. call 302-537-7838, or visit www.bethanybeachyoga.org.
Boardwalk Tai Chi – 7:30 a.m. until 8:30 a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays through Labor Day. $5 drop in fee. Gentle exercises that help promote good health and well being.
Instructor? Jim Mace. Tel. 302-363-4509.
Friday, 6/24 – The Maryland Community Band will be performing at the Bethany Beach Bandstand at 7:30 p.m. Keep an eye on the weather and if you need an update, please call 302-539-5484. That’s the hot line!!
The Maryland Community Band is part of the outreach program of the University of Maryland School of Music. It provides an opportunity for university students, faculty, alumni, and community members to come together to continue learning in the musical arts.
Saturday, 6/25 – About 5 Miles West of Bethany Beach – Clarksville – You will find Good Earth Market & Organic Farm. Website? www.goodearthmarket.com. Two events will take place:
12 Noon – Mark Stoehr MAc, LAc, Licensed Acupuncturist, discusses the art and science of acupuncture and natural medicine. Learn how acupuncture can benefit you and your loved ones. This discussion will also include information on managing body weight, improving wellness and home remedies for common ailments.
Mark Stoehr is a licensed acupuncturist in Ocean City, MD. He specializes in pain management, weight loss and wellness promotion. He earned his masters degree in acupuncture from Tai Sophia Institute, where he is currently a faculty member. He has advanced training in herbal medicine and nutrition.
2:00 – Join Chef Inton from “Port” in Dewey Beach where he will present his first cooking demo at Good Earth Market. Port features “Fresh-Local-Food-Drink”. Check the website www.portdewey.com.
Saturday, 6/25 – Firecracker 5K Run & 3K Walk – Registration begins at 7:00 a.m. Race starts at 8:00 a.m. This is an Official Parade Fundraising Event. Entry forms are at the Town Hall and t-shirt sales table is located at the Boardwalk on week-ends and when there is entertainment. This year marks the 28th 4th of July Parade in Bethany Beach. For more info. please visit www.bethanybeach5K.wordpress.com.
The Committee is looking for help. If you would like to lend a hand, please call Philip Rossi at 303-539-8011, ext. 24.
In addition to getting the t-shirts on the Boardwalk on week-ends you can also purchase them by calling Mary Rossi at 302-539-2805.
Sunday 6/26 – Opening Day for the Bethany Beach Farmers’ Market – Always on Sundays from 8 a.m. until Noon at the PNC Parking Lot in Town.
The Bethany Beach Trolley – Please remember to use the Trolley when possible. Best deal in town and best way to get around. For a schedule, visit www.townofbethanybeach.com and click on Trolley on the left hand side.
Have a great week….talk to you later…if I find anything else, I will let you know…
June 5th, 2011
Yoga – a discipline that originated in ancient India whose goal is the attainment of a state of perfect spiritual insight. You can experience Yoga at Sunrise in Bethany Beach all the way through Labor Day Week-End.
 Bethany Beach Bandstand When and Where? At the Bethany Beach Bandstand on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and Mondays at 6 a.m. until 7 a.m. There is a drop in fee of $5. Limited mats are available so if you have one please bring it with you.
Since it is held outdoors, the class will be held weather permitting. For more info., please call 302-537-7838 or visit www.bethanybeachyoga.org.
Tai-Chi – Also called Meditation in Motion. Is a non-competitive, self paced system of gentle physical exercises and stretchings, that help promote good health and well being. It reduces the stress of today’s busy lifestyles.
Where and When? Bethany Beach Bandstand on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays, all the way through Labor Day. 7:30 a.m. until 8:30 a.m. Weather permitting. $5 drop in fee. Need more info? Please call Jim Mace at 302-363-4509.
West of Bethany Beach (4.8 miles) in Clarksville, Delaware – Good Earth Market and Organic Farm will be hosting a “Farm to Table” feast to benefit Children & Families First, Sussex County. Date: Tuesday, June 7th.
It will be a dining experience as the sun sets; a table outside on the farm. Locally grown ingredients will be prepared by Plate Catering; paired with perfect wines.
The event begins at 6:00 p.m. and the cost is $95 per person. Call 302-537-7100 for a reservation. Rain date will be the following day.
Good Earth Market is located at 31806 Good Erth Lane, Rt. 26, Clarksville, DE 19970. Website is www.goodearthmarket.com.
I wrote a post with pictures on Good Earth on May 4th. If you would like to check it out, just click on the month of May, 2011 and scroll down to the date.
Saturday, 6/11 – At Good Earth Market, Clarksville, Delaware there will be a cooking demonstration. At Noon. One of Matt Haley’s Sodel chefs will be the featured chef. Come and find out for yourself.
Have a good one!! Talk to you later….
May 4th, 2011
Months ago I was going to attend a gluten free cooking class at Good Earth Market. I believe that one of those “nor’ easters” hit the beaches and that particular class was canceled. Needless to say, I had never been there but I knew where it was located.
Let me just give the info. of where you can find them and then we will get to the best part of the post. It is located at 31806 Good Earth Lane, Rt., 26 on Atlantic Ave., which is 4 1/2 miles west of Bethany Beach. The town is Clarksville, Delaware 19970. The tel. 302-537-7100. The website? www.goodearthmarket.com. On Facebook, of course. Befriend them on FB because they have more to offer besides what you will find on the website.
The owners are Susan and David Ryan. This is their store. The farm? Well, it is also their home. They open 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays. On Sundays they are open from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m.
When I arrived on Monday, Susan was there. She was very gracious and looked very rested even though she had just come from France. I introduced myself and she told me to feel free to take pictures and then she would take me out to the farm which was in back of the store.
The store is very well stocked and looks like a grocery store with shelves and freezers. There is a fresh dairy case and a non-dairy case.
Good Earth has organic products from teas, coffees to all natural beauty products; hand creams and body oils. Vitamins and healthy essentials, as well.
There is a huge selection of gluten free grocery and frozen foods. I was particularly interested on the gluten free products since we eat gluten free in my home.
Every Friday and Saturday there is a delivery of Kogler’s Old World Artisan Breads.
You will find cut flowers in season and herbs are cut to order.
The farm is 100% organic and to be so it was certified by the USDA. Many of the items are grown right on the farm.
 
Susan took me to the back of the farm. There we found Ingrid, the Master Gardener busy at work. In the greenhouse, there were 7,000 heirloom tomatoes to be planted. Good Earth Market is known for their heirloom tomatoes. They are sold at the Farmers Markets in Lewes, Georgetown, Bethany and Fenwick Island. Besides the tomato plants there were also all kinds of fragrant herbs getting ready, as well.
Besides my wanting to see the farm and store I also was very much interested in some of the upcoming events that will be starting this week-end. These look like they will be a lot of fun.
Saturday, 5/7 – at 12:00 Noon. Michael Rodriguez, consulting chef at Kool Bean returns for another fun cooking demo. He will work his magic and taste the results. Recipes for you on that day.
Saturday, 5/14 – at 12:00 Noon. Matt Haley will be there for another fun Cooking Show!! He will be entertaining, for sure and will show how to prepare something delicious. Arrive early to get a good seat.
Saturday, 5/21 from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. is Good Earth Market’s Semi Annual Arts & Crafts Show. It will feature local artists. Food and drinks will be available along with Kogler’s Bread. It will be the day to find unique treasures for yourselves or for gifts.
Saturday, 6/4 at 12:00 Noon. “Slow Food Delmarva” arrives at Good Earth Market. The Market is excited to support this idea, way of living and way of eating. It is a global grassroots movement with members around the world campaigning for a commitment to a better community, a better environment and better food. Come to learn more. You can check their website, www.slowfooddelmarva.org.
The “Farm To Table” Dinners
Authentic and sustainble; indulging in several courses, gourmet dinners prepared by Plate Catering; part of the SoDel Concepts. On Facebook. Website? http://www.plate-catering.com.
Placing the guests right in the field; eating the food grown in the farm. Our coastal area affords us the opportunity to take advantage of the farm, the bay and the sea.
There will be 3 Farm to Table dinners and each is a fundraising event.
Cocktails will be served right in back of Good Earth, while listening to music, overlooking the farm.
Then, guests will stroll to the table, in the middle of the field. This year, the table could be set right on the back or towards the left of the farm.
Tuesday, 5/10 at 6:00 p.m. The Farm to Table feast on this evening will benefit The Center For the Inland Bays. Please join them as the sun sets for a unique dining experience. Carefully selected, locally grown ingredients will be prepared by Plate Catering and paired with the perfect wines. The events begins at 6 pm. The cost? $95 per person. To obtain tickets and reservations please call 302-5378-7100 or stop by Good Earth in person. Rain date will be the following day.
The Center for the Inland Bays was established in 1994 to protect and preserve Delaware’s Inland Bays and their watersheds. For more info. please visit http://www.inlandbays.org. I will be writing a post on CIB soon.
Tuesday, 6/7 at 6:00 p.m. This Farm to Table feast will be benefiting Children & Families First, Sussex County. It will be another unique dining experience. Plate Catering will have selected locally grown ingredients again and will pair the dinner with the perfect wines. The cost is $95 per person. Please call 302-537-7100 for a reservation. Rain date will be the following day.
Children & Families First, Sussex County is a non-profit social services agency whose branches have touched every corner of Delaware improving the lives of those in need. For more info. please visit www.cffde.org.
Tuesday, 9/13 at 6:00 p.m. This will be the last Farm to Table feast for the season. It will benefit Global Delaware-HHC. Prepare to join them as the sun sets for a unique dining experience. Plate Catering will be cooking and selecting the wines for the evening. The cost is $95 and you can call for tickets and reservations at 302-537-7100. The rain date will be the following day.
Have a good one!! Talk to you later….you know I will….
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