September 3rd, 2014
A quick get-away, with an old friend, Cindi, and new soon to be new friends, took us on a kayak expedition to Chatham Winery, near Cape Charles, Virginia.
We met for sustance before our expedition at the Machipongo Trading Co., located at 13037 Lankford Hwy., Machipongo, VA 23405 Tel. 757-678-005. Lankford Highway is also Rt. 13. Many of you travel this route throughout the year, mostly in the winter as you try to go south for warmer temperatures.
It is only 20 minutes north of the Bridge-Tunnel, and across from the Barrier Islands Center.
Introductions were made and we proceeded to order lunch. Our kayak guide, Brandon, was getting our kayaks ready while we had lunch.
This place was a great stop. And, surprise, surprise….it was charming and quaint. Wi-Fi available, as well, so make yourself at home, will you?
Looking around I found gluten free beer and cider!! They also offer local wines.
And I bought Machipongo Morning Coffee by local Coffee Roaster, Eastern Shore Coastal Roasting Co. Cannot wait to try it.
Machipongo Trading Co. offers picnic provisions for any of your expeditions. You can also call ahead for carry out orders at 757-678-0005. Or, do like we did and enjoy sandwiches and paninis.
My Falafel Wrap was amazingly good with onions, spinach, cucumbers and tzatziki.
Since this was my first time with this group….I only took a few photos….did not want to scare them away. In the following posts, initiations had ended and they went with the flow.
Hours of operation for Machipongo Trading Co. are: Monday to Thursday from 7 a.m. until 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday from 7 a.m. until 8 p.m. and Sunday from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m.
Hungry while traveling Lankford Highway……this is a must stop for all kinds of goodies….healthy, not so healty (ice cream)…..and remember if you have a gluten allergy…..this is the place.
Have a great time!! Until next post.
September 1st, 2012
Here I go again. I love picking crabs. This past week, a craving for steamed crabs took me to Lazy Susan’s located at 18289 Coastal Highway (Rt. 1), Lewes. Tel. 302-645-5115. There is plenty of parking. The reason why I am also posting. A holiday week-end brings so many people to the beaches. Parking is a test for patience.
I thought Lazy Susan’s would be crowded. Surprise Surprise; it was not. The whole place to ourselves.
When I go to Lazy Susan’s is because I want to eat crabs; that’s all I pretty much order. They have been in business since 1984. It is a true crab house. But, if that’s not what you want; they do have a full menu.
We ordered large crabs. They were so heavy and sweet. Plenty of seasoning. A little corn too.
Melted butter and apple cider vinegar for dipping.
There are more than a few crab house in the area. I support them all. I have been going to Lazy Susan’s for a long time. So, it is one of my favorites. If you really want to pick crabs, now you know where to go.
The service was great, the crabs were awesome….nothing else to talk about.
Have a good one!!
Note: Lazy Susan’s is on Facebook!! And, it has Gluten Free Beer!!
August 8th, 2011
Tonight it was; I can’t see the onions on the pizza. I did not know you needed to have a magnifying glass to see the toppings. Last night’s theme was; Not enough goat on my curry. I was like; I never complain about my food. His answer: I am very particular; you know that.
I am about to start something here called “Things my Husband Says”, just like that guy that has the show on t.v. called Things My Father Says or something to that effect.
I am still laughing. Believe me, he said other things that I will not mention here. I will leave it at that.
Actually, all comments aside, this gluten free pizza was truly the best one I have ever had anywhere, by far.
Grotto Pizza at the Delaware Beaches is the first pizza restaurant that has taken the initiative to offer a gluten free pizza.
We went to Grotto Pizza Grand Slam located at 1200 Coastal Highway, Lewes, DE 19958. Tel. 302-645-4900. Website? http://www.grottopizza.com.
For the millions of people on a gluten free diet having a good piece of pizza is Heaven. My husband, the “particular” one, is the one that has to eat gluten free. Don’t get me wrong, we have gotten used to it. The whole family has, just like anything else. But, we had not been able to find a good pizza. I tried it at home; what a disaster!!
I only added anchovies to my pizza. Grotto only offers one size in gluten free; 9 inch personal pizza. I found it to have a very good crust; thin and crispy, just like I like it. Their sauce and cheese are always good. This dough was not chewy or chalky; it had a very good taste.
Twenty years ago, a gluten free diet was considered very unusual. The majority of people did not know what it was. It is a legitimate lifestyle; not a fad or temporary trend. It does not take long to feel better once you start following the diet.
I want to congratulate Grotto and all the other restaurants in the area that are trying to make the dining experience with those afflicted with this and other food allergies a little bit better.
Note: Grotto Pizza also offers gluten free beer.
Thanks!!…talk to you later…
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