November 14th, 2023
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.
Follow them on Social Media.
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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. ???
October 1st, 2018
Meatless Monday is a trend. In reality you can do this any day of the week. One day or more than one. But it is catchy to say “Meatless Monday”. Leaving the meat behind and for one day enjoy the many dishes that usually revolve around meats.
I have roots in Baltimore. My husband was from Baltimore. My sister in law lives there. I worked in Baltimore for years before moving to the Delaware Beaches. Way before I started this blog too. Baltimore is a city of many firsts. Museums, churches, hospitals, neighborhoods. Many times it gets bad reviews but I really enjoyed my time there.
Private Collections: A Culinary Treasure is a cookbook that contains timeless recipes put out by the Women’s Committee of the Walters Art Gallery, a one of a kind museum located in Baltimore. Beautiful art treasures are displayed in its pages, along with amazing recipes from soups to nuts.
I have posted this recipe before, but just in case you missed it, here it is again. It is a different type of onion soup but the combination of ingredients makes it a winner.
ONION SOUP CHABLIS
1 lb. white onions, sliced very thin
1/4 lb. butter
2 cups chicken broth (your choice of unsalted or salted, or even a mixture of both)
1 cup Chablis
1 tsp. salt
pepper
2 cups medium cream (half and half will do too)
Swiss cheese, freshly grated
In a large soup pot saute the onions in butter until soft and transparent but not brown. Add chicken broth and simmer until the mixture is reduced somewhat. To tell you the truth, I skipped that step.
Add the Chablis, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
Reduce heat and simmer for about 2 minutes.
Stir in cream, heat, not boil, and serve.
Garnish with plenty of cheese. The marriage of flavors is awesome!! You’ll see. Enjoy!
Serves 6.
Remember that with any recipe you can always make it your own.
September 25th, 2018
Crushed red pepper directly from Turkey. Semra’s family sends her this sweet pepper. It does not look sweet but it is. Very good. Semra’s has it on all tables. I had a craving for Moussaka from Semra’s. In Turkey, which is where Semra is from, the Moussaka has a different appearance. I always thought Moussaka looked like and eggplant lasagna. At Semra’s it is prepared Turkish style. It is so aromatic and flavorful.
The Kofte I had for lunch today. The patties are char-grilled, again, seasoned with those delicious Turkish herbs and spices. It was served with rice, yogurt sauce and pita bread.
Semra’s is located at 19 Rehoboth Avenue on the ocean block. You can find them on Facebook. Their website is http://www.semras.com.
Semra’s also has take out and catering. During the winter they have belly dancing evenings, a complete fun show. It is very well attended. You can check their Facebook page or visit the above mentioned website.
It is interesting to find out other restauranteurs visiting their favorite restaurants in Rehoboth Beach.
Semra and her husband, John, are always at the restaurant. They are so friendly. Very nice couple. Their food is cooked inhouse and they consider themselves foodies. That is why their food taste so good. Their cooking reflect the love of delicious homemade food, beautifully spiced.
Until next time!!
November 28th, 2016
Starting a diet on Monday…resolutions usually start on Monday, not in the middle of the week, right? Monday is a fresh start for most of us. Not eating meat on Monday, apparently, is not a new concept. There is also Wheatless Wednesday.
The awareness of Meatless Monday was reintroduced as a public health awareness campaign. It has taken off more so since 2003, with many restaurants offering Meatless Monday dishes. In our homes this is a concept easily adopted as 1, 2 3.
We need it today because after all the eating on Thanksgiving….some of us started before that, LOL. This recipe for Spinach Pie was given to me by my cousins in Puerto Rico. It is one of those recipes that is good, only 5 ingredients, and you can serve it for breakfast, lunch or dinner….adding or topping it with whatever comes to mind to make it your own. I hope you like it.
SPINACH PIE
1 package spinach – 10 ounces
1 block cream cheese (I use the less fat one)
1 onion
4 eggs
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Pre heat oven to 350 degrees. Grease lightly a pie dish. Let spinach defrost and squeeze it to get all the water out. While the spinach is defrosting take the cream cheese out of the refrigerator. You want it a bit soft.
In a blender put eggs, spinach and cream cheese. Add salt and pepper to taste. I usually just add the pepper. Blend.
Pour into the pie dish.
Place in the oven for 10 minutes, then sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top to cover. The cheese will make a crust and will add taste to the pie.
It will take probably another 20 minutes to be ready. Test it. It should have a nice rich, and brown crust.
Take it out of the oven, slice, and enjoy!!
Have a great day!!
Note: If you want it to be gluten free, please grate the Parmesan cheese yourself.
September 29th, 2016
It is the perfect time of the year to try one of Rehoboth Beach’s restaurants that opened this year. The summer crowds are gone. Locals come out and not having to pay for parking is a blessing.
So nice to get together with Debbie and Jody….birthday girl was Debbie. Arriving early at Blackwall Hitch located at 52 Rehoboth Avenue in Downtown Rehoboth Beach. Tel. 302-226-0550. Website? http://www.theblackwallhitch.com/rehoboth
Blackwall Hitch looks amazing inside. Plenty of tables, comfortable enough that you are not on top of each other. It is so well appointed, very chic indeed.
The expansive bar is on the other side. From Wednesdays through Sunday live music begins at 9:30 p.m. until 12:30 p.m. For more info. on who is playing, please visit http://www.theblackwallhitch.com/rehoboth/live-music
Starting with The Blackwall Salad of mixed field greens, grape tomatoes, cukes, red onion and carrots, tossed with their signature house vinaigrette. A simple salad with flavor and big enough to share. I could have had a different starter but after eating my way through Portland, it was best to keep it low cal, if you get my drift.
The Chicken Lemongrass Soup was loved by Debbie and Jody…roasted chicken, lemongrass, celery and onions topped with a fried veggie dumpling.
People are talking about their Fish Tacos and our taco connoisseur, Jody, was the one to try them. She said they were amazing, full of flavor. Blackened Cajun Mahi-Mahi served in soft taco shells with spicy slaw, roasted corn salsa, avocado, feta cheese, pico de gallo and avocado sour cream, served with a side of herb pearled couscous.
My Striped Bass was delicious, as well. It was pan seared served with a chayote squash salad and lime butter sauce.
Debbie’s Salmon Kale Salad was colorful…Grilled Atlantic Salmon, basil oil and kale salad with roasted red beets, mango, and candied walnuts tossed in their poppyseed lemon vinaigrette.
No dessert was necessary even though there was plenty of temptation like Sminth Island Cake, Chilled Key Lime Panna Cotta, Monkey Bread, Chocolate Flourless Torte, Pineapple Upside Down Skillet Cake, Chocolate Truffles and more. But we were so good. Only coffee and tea, please.
Our server was attentive, more than attentive if I should say so. It is feast or famine, some don’t care and others care too much.
Every Sunday there is brunch beginning at 10 a.m. For more info. please visit http://www.theblackwallhitch.com/rehoboth/sunday-brunch
Wednesday, October 5th Blackwall Hitch Presents – Inside The Glass. This is their inaugural event of Dinner Series. These dinners will take place the first Wednesday of the month and will feature a specially crafted chef’s dinner. Multi-course dinners will be paired with drinks. 4 p.m. until 10 p.m. Reservations are recommended. This first dinner will feature a 4-course craft beer dinner menu. Please check their Facebook Page for more information.
Blackwall Hitch offers other menus as well: Gluten Free Menu, Kids Menu, Happy Hour Menu, Late Night Menu…just check their website above mentioned and click Menu.
So what can I say about our dining experience? We loved the atmosphere, and the food was very good. I had been told that it was pricey, but we found that it was a la par to all other restaurants in Rehoboth Beach at that level.
Dinner is even better when we eat together, catching up is always priceless with Jody and Debbie.
June 19th, 2016
I am Miss Sophia. Most of the time my favorite past time is playing on the beach. I am very new to this. I am only 15 months old. I am a fast learner. Besides doing all those things babies do, I have become quite a foodie. I like most everything. I try it once and if I put a funny face my Mom usually knows that I am not too comfortable with such a unique taste. One thing I love is ice cream, watermelon, and cherry tomatoes.
I love Italian food so we took off to Nicola Pizza. They tell me that since 1971 it has been a favorite of residents and visitors alike. It has 2 locations: the original located at 8 N 1st Street and the second on 71 Rehoboth Avenue. The second one is practically around the corner. Tel. 302-227-6211. Website http://www.nicolapizza.com.
My Mom and my 2 grandmas were with me at the original location. Nicola Pizza is very kid friendly. No rush, stay as long as you want.
We ordered French Fries! Sprinkling them with a little Apple Cider Vinegar is always good, but I just put ketchup on mine. My Grammy calls this type of food Boardwalk Grub! Not sure what she means, but I think I will be learning more and more about these favorites of all that come to the beach. I forgot to tell you that it seems they all like their fries well done!
Nicola Pizza is known for their Nic-o-Boli. The original has ground beef and you can add all kinds of other goodies like, onions, cheese, sweet peppers, mushrooms and the list goes on. They have a vegeterian ones, as well. These Nic-o-Bolis can be also bought by the dozen. Nicola Pizza also ships.
This is what the Nic-o-Boli looks like. Inside, it is hot and full of meat, cheese and sauce.
My Grammy wanted to have it but did not want to eat all the dough. She says summer is coming. I want to tell her summer is here!! Anyway, they have what they call a Nic-o-Boli in a bowl. She added sweet peppes, and mushrooms.
She loved it. Guilt free she said.
Mama Nicola (Joan Caggiano) was making the rounds. She always stops at each table to see if her customers are satisfied. When she came to my table she decided to take a seat and watch me eat my spaghetti which by the way, I loved. I slurperd those noodles right up and loved the meatballs, as well.
Mama Nicola was so nice. She just watch me eat and have a good time.
From here we were off to the rides at Funland, also in Downtown Rehoboth Beach!!
I’ll be passing the word around as I see kid friendly places, here at the Delaware Beaches. Night Night!!
May 26th, 2016
Eating is not merely a material pleasure. Eating well gives a spectacular joy to life and contributes immensely to goodwill and happy companionship. It is of great importance to the morale. elsa schiaparelli
Meeting friends on trendy Baltimore Avenue in Downtown Rehoboth Beach….we were trying to grab dinner at favorite restaurants of mine before the crowds arrive and the meters come into effect.
Rehoboth Beach is known for its culinary excellence. The chefs are really outdoing themselves. I think when visitors arrive this week-end they will see that there are other restaurants now manking an appearance in town. But I never forget the true and tried restaurants. Over the years I keep coming back to those establishments that give me good service, let me chat with friends without intrusion, and serve food cooked with the best ingredients.
I always have loved Eden. When someone asks me where to go in Rehoboth for a special dinner Eden always comes to mind. The staff is so professional. And don’t get me wrong I love plenty of other restaurants in Southern Delaware, but Eden is on the top of my list.
Eden is located at 23 Baltimore Avenue. Tel. 302-227-3330 Website? http://www.edenrestaurant.com
The website is informative. Eden offers catering. On Fridays Eden Classic Dishes are half price. And don’t forget that the bar is always open.
Meeting Madelon and Cindi for dinner we arrived early, which was the perfect opportunity for photos. The dining room is open and the booths are perfect for an intimate dinner.
A few glasses of Trefethen Chardonnay. A Grilled Caesar with sun dried tomato/olive tapenade, pecorino romano and the classing dressing.
Tuna Tartare that melted in your mouth.
One Artic Char, perfectly seasoned.
And two of us had the Venison, which looked as good as it tasted.
At Eden there are always various desserts…..but the Chef’s Daily Whim was a tribute to the Almond Joy…..decadent and totally sinful!!
I hope you have a wonderful Memorial Week-End. Don’t be shy, try Rehoboth Beach Bests Restaurants….you will not be disappointed!!
May 10th, 2016
Heaven for those who love to gather and eat with family and friends!! Rehoboth Beach Reastaurant Week will begin on Sunday, June 5th through Friday, June 10th.
Rehoboth Beach is a dining destination for the Mid-Atlantic states. Those that are fortunate to visit the Nation’s Summer Capital can really enjoy small town atmosphere, the beaches, the boardwalk and amazing restaurants serving delicious food year round.
Restaurants will feature prix-fixe menus that make your culinary adventure both affordable and tempting.
Enjoy a 3-course meal priced at $25, $35, or $45 per person, at more than 30 participating Downtown Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, restaurants.
Need more info? Want to see the list of participating restaurants…..then, by all means visit http://www.downtownrb.com.
You may also call 302-227-2772. The restaurants will be posting menus during the week and also will be commenting on social media.
Restaurant Week in Rehoboth is the perfect opportunity to try all the great restaurants that we have at the beach before the real crowds come down.
Have a good one!!
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