The Delaware Beaches have been crowded this Holiday Season. Why not? The weather has been somewhat “warm”, the beach is an inspiration for many, shopping could be a therapy for most. A change of scenery which feels soooo good.
This area is a foodie’s paradise. You really find a wide variety of foods and establishments. I have felt very safe in the restaurants. They are really doing a good job.
Having lived here for a long time I have my favorite restaurants. My blog was started in 2009 to promote the area. And, I think I have.
One of such restaurants that I use like a neighborhood restaurant is Shorebreak Lodge, located at 10 Wilmington Ave. in Downtown Rehoboth Beach. They will be open for lunch and dinner Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday from Noon until 10 p.m. http://www.shorebreaklodge.com
You can reserve online or you can call them at 302-227-1007.
Shorebreak also has Bar Seating. Great when there are only two of you. Good music and great wines.
If you would like a French 75 Cocktail this will be a good restaurant to try one. Ask to be made with Courvoisier instead of Gin.
I can tell you that I have loved everything I have tried at Shorebreak. But I always, for the most part, order the Grilled Octopus. It is the most tender octopus you will ever try. You can ask my brother, Miguel.
The Char Grilled Octopus is placed over Kohlrabi garbanzo slaw, harissa aioli.
The Seared Duck Breast melts in your mouth. Served with fingerling potatoes, beet greens and a butternut squash puree.
The Day Boat Scallops are huge. Most of all offerings can be served as appetizers or entrees.
The Shrimp N Grits are so well seasoned including a chorizo sauce.
The Deviled Eggs are very popular. A House Chimmi sauce and house cured bacon. What’s not to like?
You see that Hummus photo? Someone in the group said I don’t want any. I will tell you that it is outstanding. Pepita pesto, pickled red onion, garbanzo beans and toasted naan.
Brie N Naan was another choice for the table. Great for a crowd.
Coming to the desserts which are usually ordered when there is a group. Carrot Cake, a Key Lime Cake and a Chocolate Cake were sweet endings with everyone taking a bite here or there.
Enjoying a dinner with friends, good conversation, tasty food….all priceless!!
Shorebreak Lodge has a Facebook Page. AboutMyBeaches has a Facebook Page, as well where you can read little teasers of what’s to come to the blog or just leave a comment there. Until then, Have a Great Week.
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Bonjour! I have a friend that says that I have quite an imagination, calling it “A Slice of France In Southern Delaware”. Well, crepes are the street foods of France. These thin pancakes come from the Latin word “crispa”, which means curled. They are quite diverse; eat them at street stalls or in fine dining; enjoy as an entree or as a dessert. In Rehoboth Beach, you can sit outside and enjoy this authentic French Cafe.
Here, in Rehoboth Beach you will find Cafe Papillon, located on the ocean block, in the Penny Lane Mall, which can be accessed by parking either on Rehoboth Avenue or Wilmington Avenue. The address is: Penny Lane Mall, 42 Rehoboth Avenue. Tel. 302-227-7568. Website? http://www.cafepapillon.com. It is open from 8 a.m. until 10 p.m. Cash only, please.
Cafe Papillon is owned by a mother and daughter team, Penny and Maya, since 1994, but Cafe Papillon has been in Rehoboth Beach for 30 years. You can also practice your French since they all speak it. French students come every year for the summer season and help them run it.
You can buy French baked goods, sandwiches made with your choice of croissant or French baguette, and very good coffee, as well.
Jerome was cooking the crepes…he is always there. They are made from scratch. Jody and I showed up and there was a line already. Jerome is your typical French, but Jody engaged him in some conversation and little smile here or there, while I was taking pictures.
We both ordered our crepes. I believe Jody’s had ham and cheese. Mine had egg, smoked salmon, cheese, tomato and chives. The common ingredients found in crepes are flour, eggs, milk, butter and a pinch of salt.
So, first the batter is spread on the hot plate.
Then, the egg came along.
Followed by cheese.
Smoked salmon was next.
Tomato was the last addition.
Jerome gently fold it…a garnish of lemon.
And to my outdoor table to enjoy it with a really good cup of cafe mocha. Voila!
Having breakfast with a friend at the start of Memorial Week-End and Summer of 2013!! Priceless!
I was looking for the perfect place to have breakfast on my birthday on Friday. It was not such a hot morning at the Delaware Beaches; right after the storms, still a little rainy. It was quiet in Downtown Rehoboth Beach. I found the perfect place.
Robin Hood Restaurant is located at 54 Rehoboth Avenue; the ocean block. Tel. 302-227-0770. At the present time, it serves breakfast until 3 p.m., with lunch starting at 11:30 a.m. Once the gates open in Rehoboth Beach and the season is at its best, Robin Hood will also offer dinner.
The restaurant is owned by Niki and Kosta Tsoukalas…..I asked if I could take pictures. Niki said that Kosta could take my picture next to Robin Hood. Oh no….I really just wanted Robin’s picture. Talking to Niki and Kosta for those few minutes gave me the sense of what this restaurant is all about. Comfortable, good food, reasonable, served by a very friendly staff.
Robin Hood is immaculate. Plenty of seating choices; tables or booths.
The first thing I saw on the menu was scrapple….gotta have it!! I ordered it crispy….Michael and I decided that it was the best scrapple served at a restaurant at the Delaware Beaches.
Then I ordered the Greek omelette, which was moist with just the right amount of feta and tomatoes…hold the bread, but give me the potatoes. Very good.
Michael loves eggs benedict and I knew he would give me an honest review. He loved them.
So, the next time you are visiting Rehoboth Beach, and are hungry, don’t just walk by…stop!! It will be good.
For the health conscious…this time of the year is particularly important…right? Jody decided to pick GreenMan as our place for breakfast on Friday. Getting together before the holidays with some of my friends is a way to kick back and relax.
GreenMan is perfect for a late breakfast or early lunch. It opens Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. It is located at 12 Wilmington Avenue in Downtown Rehoboth Beach. It is in one of those very quaint Rehoboth cottages that define this charming coastal resort. Tel. 302-227-4909. On Facebook too!!
Too cold in December to sit outside, the inside is small and comfy. GreenMan has an extensive menu…drinks, coffees, plus delicious homemade food…it is an organic, gourmet type of place.
They had two quiches on the menu, freshly made. Jody chose the one with Fontina. They are known for their quiches. You can even place an order to go. Perfect for company.
I was in the mood for a capuccino, which was served on a large round coffee cup full of foam.
Then, the salmon is was I wanted. It hit the spot…the bread was toasted and it was perfect.
One of these days I will have their French toast….it is decadent and sinful. Maybe in 2013!!
Have a great day!!
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There is no reason for me to start this post explaining to you what Dogfish Head is or does. Doesn’t everyone know by now? Yes, I think so, especially those who love beer. A success story in Delaware, Dogfish Head has a very complete and informative website. You can visit www.dogfish.com for an in depth look at this company. So, I am not going to repeat what already has been said.
In downtown Rehoboth Beach you will find their Dogfish Head Brewing & Eats, a restaurant and distillery, located at 320 Rehoboth Avenue. Is their food good? Or, is it just bar grub? I wanted to find out and took one of my partners in crime, Jody, for lunch some weeks ago. Actually, she took me.
It has taken me so long to sit down and write this post. I can’t imagine why. It can write itself. I even went a second time with my son for another lunch. Plenty of food to show you.
When Jody and I arrived we did so right when they had just opened for lunch. Perfect timing for pictures. Tourists usually come to Dogfish Head, mostly because of the beer reputation. If they liked their food, I really don’t know.
A large bar, tables, booths, and blackboards telling customers what’s on tap and announcing their spirits. You can see the stairs leading to the distillery. Delaware’s only distillery. Tours are offered on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday at 4:30 p.m.
The word IPA means Indian Pale Ale. It is a beer that is usually included in the broader category of pale ale. It was first brewed in the 18th century in England…my trivia.
Dogfish is perfect for lunch, but it really gets going during the evening. There is live entertainment and by the way Friday, 3/23 at 10 p.m. you will find Lower Case Blues taking center stage. Then on Saturday, 3/24 JP and the Gilberts will be entertaining the crowds.
This what Jody and I had.
DFH Cobb Salad was a great starter for us with bib lettuce, cherry tomatoes, hard boiled egg, house made bacon, spring onion and basil vinaigrette. I loved the basil vinaigrette dressing.
The Dogfish BLT with house made bacon, avocado, tomato, arugula, basil vinaigrette on a woodgrilled baguette. It was a large portion so we decided to just split it. Delicious.
Jody and I enjoyed the lunch and as it usually happens at Dogfish, customers started filling up the restaurant. The casual atmosphere is part of we love at the beach and Dogfish fits in perfectly.
My next visit was with my son who proceeded to order a pint of Aprihop, that Monday’s concoction. Teresa suggested it. Who? Yes, Teresa was our server; she knew the menu well, and very attentive to our needs.
The first order was Fried Pickles. They were beer battered pickle spears and 60 Minute IPA truffle mustard. That mustard sauce was to die for. I wished the pickles would have been a little smaller, though.
Then fish tacos for him; buttermilk fried dogfish, apple slaw, chipotle aioli, and cilantro stuffed inside 2 woodgrilled flour tortillas. Served with tasso spiced black beans over rice. Tasso is a white sauce, usually used in the Baja style fish tacos. It seems that lately either I or a dining companion orders the fish tacos; these were good, but lately I have found a few others that I liked better.
Just like I had before, that DFH Cobb Salad was again my choice….but wait a minute I topped it with the salmon. This salad was very good on its own but making it more a meal with the salmon was perfect. That basil vinaigrette dressing is a winner for this salad.
I think that’s all we had. It was plenty. All menus are on the website, www.dogfish.com, but specials are offered daily.
On the way out I decided to stop at their store. You can buy t-shirts, sweatshirts and lots of other merchandise of all things “Dogfish”. A t-shirt made out of bamboo for my younger brother, Miguel, whose birthday is on Friday.
Have a great day!! Talk to you later…you know I will.
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