August 27th, 2013
Impacted by cancer…too many friends and family members afflicted. The Cancer Support Community Delaware’s mission is to ensure that all people impacted by cancer are empowered by knowledge, strengthened by action, and sustained by community.
They are the only organization in Delaware dedicated exclusively to helping people cope with and manage the emotional aspect of cancer.
All of their programs are free of charge. And, all funds raised in Sussex County stay in Sussex County.
The 3rd Annual Wings of Hope…A Butterfly Release to benefit Cancer Support Community Delaware will be Saturday, 9/14/13. Rain date will be Sunday, 9/15. Location? The Medical Arts Building, 18947 John J. Williams Highway in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware. Time? 10 a.m. until 1 p.m.
It will be a fun event and FREE!! Everyone is welcome. There will be activities, entertainment, vendors, and refreshments.
Seeded butterfly cutouts ($10) will be available for purchase, as well as the opportunity to release your own live butterfly ($30 in advance, $40 at the event).
The highlight of this fundraising event will be the butterfly garden created by Sposato Landscape and the release of 250 live Monarch butterflies.
More info? Please visit http://www.cancersupportdelaware.org/wingsofhope.
You are encourage to purchase $10 seeded butterfly cutouts to honor those who have been touched by cancer. These will be displayed at the Wings of Hope Butterfly Release.
Locations:
Reflections Day Spa
Tomato Sunshine
Soul Yoga
Surf Bagel
Camp Rehoboth
All Saints Church
All About U Salon
The Office of Christine Hannaway, MD
Rehoboth Beach Farmers’ Market
Rehoboth Beach Public Library
http://www.cancersupportdelaware.org
In addition, and with the spirit of the butterflies, you can purchase $1 paper butterflies at Brafman Family Dentistry, All Grotto Pizza, Hocker’s and Super G foods stores in Sussex County.
Have a good one!!
August 21st, 2013
If you are visiting the Delaware Beaches, I am sure you can dig out some casual beach attire in order to attend a worthy cause. It is at the beach, for the Children’s Beach House, located at 1800 Bay Ave., Lewes, Delaware.
A Night in Oz! is the theme for the 11th Annual Beach Barbecue. It will take place on Saturday, August 24th from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Tickets are $100/person. You can purchase tickets or donate on line, by visiting http://www.cbhinc.org. Or, you may also call 302-645-9184.
Catering will be by Nage. Emerald City Auction, A Silent Auction will all be part of the “fun” raising event.
The Children’s Beach House was founded in 1936 by Lydia Chichester du Pont, to help children with special needs reach their highest potential as functioning members of their families and communities.
The unique approach at the Children’s Beach House focuses upon the strengths of the 7 to 18 year old youth and their families. Each child is assigned a caseworker, who partners with families, schools, health professionals, and community organizations to maximize resources.
If you would like to learn more about the Children’s Beach House, its history and mission, please visit the above mentioned website….volunteers are always needed.
Have a great day!!
March 19th, 2013
Yikes! I am not sure what she will say when she sees the heading of this post….well, I am sure I’ll hear about it. I was going to take advantage of this milestone in her life to celebrate; at the same review Nantucket’s. I had not been there in some time. And, we did close the restaurant…perfect for photo moments.
Nantucket’s is a restaurant that has a big following and has been located on Rt. 1 (Coastal Highway), Fenwick Island, Delaware for a long time. So close to Ocean City, Maryland too. It is classic American cuisine, offering something for everyone; seafood, steaks, salads, sandwiches, and a full bar. It’s a good place for a celebration! Tel. 302-539-2607. Website? http://www.nantucketsrestaurant.com You can find them on Facebook, as well. At present, they open Wednesday through Sunday. That will change once the season gets under way.
There are several choices for dining:
At the Tap Room (bar) you will find comfortable high tables. There are also a few regular tables, as well. You may also eat at the bar.
This party of 2 dining room was very nice.
A main dining room, which is where we ate.
And, another cozy, smaller, and more intimate dining room.
Our celebrating party arrived on The Black Pearl. This is a designated driver service; limo. You can hire it by the hour in Ocean City, Delaware Beaches, Sussex and Kent counties. Tel. 302-569-2273.
We met at the Tap Room and then proceeded to our table. At first, our group was a little subdued. Give them time…
There were some specials….I had to be fast with the camera. My dining companions were going to dive into their dishes fast.
For an appetizer, I had the Crab & Artichoke Melt. Five cheeses, sour cream, and tasty spices, golden and bubbly. It was delicious and once it was on the table, others asked for a second order.
The bay scallops on puff pastry also were very well received.
The Soup? Well, this is Nantucket’s Signature Soup; the Quahog & Scallop Chowdah. It is so good that they can ship it anywhere in the U.S.
I was torn between the N.Y. Strip Steak and the lamb. I went with the lamb and so did others. It was delicious; juicy, medium rare…great!
Someone did order the Black Angus N.Y. Strip. 16 ounce cut from the center of the loin. No well done allowed!! It did look beautiful.
The veal scallopini was also ordered. Tasty and delicious.
Encrusted Fillet Mignon was grilled to the customer’s liking and encrusted with Nantucket’s bleu cheese herb mix. Served over a black raspberry cabernet demi-glace.
Mike ordered the Jumbo Crab Cakes – Maryland lump crabmeat with their blend of seasonings and their garlic caper remoulade. The perfect coastal dish.
When Michael ordered the Lobster Shepherds Pie, I was not sure what to expect. Well, he got two 5 ounce Canadian tails, sauteed with wild mushrooms, fresh spinach and a splash of Chardonnay.
I loved the way Susan’s dish looked. It was Pan Roasted Breast of Duckling. Pan seared and finished with wild dried cherries in a port wine sauce.
More drinks, coffee, and then time to eat the cheesecake!!
By this time, we were getting a little louder and there was nobody else around us. Hanky Panky lingerie….
And even more laughs…the cousin obliged.
Susan….did too!!!
And, her Mother decided to act her age!!
And, just as we came in…..we left again in The Black Pearl!!
Note: Thanks to Nantucket’s for taking good care of us as Shelley crossed over to the next decade!!
January 13th, 2013
I am trying to stay ahead of the flu. Believe me, I have been overexposed. Some have it in my household…I got the flu shot, vitamins, and tons of liquids since I decided to start juicing. Getting those nutrients directly from fruits and vegetables. I hope it works.
I shopped for the juicer at some of our stores in Rehoboth Beach. I decided on Jack LaLanne’s Power Juicer. First of all it is a proven juicer. Secondly, the price was $99. There were some that were $49 but I did not know how they would hold. And, then, there were the ones that were $200 and up. I am a novice at this. The third attraction to this juicer was easy clean-up.
Juicing is expensive, no two ways about it. I usually buy fresh but when you are juicing you need to buy in larger quantities. I have beets, turnips, celery, oranges, melons, greens…I got avocados and bananas. Please note that the juicer is strictly a juicer. No smoothies; avocados and bananas do not have liquid, therefore blend those in a blender or food processor and then add to the already made juice.
I love Gala apples so this was one of my first juices.
Freshly squeeze orange juice is always a treat. Juiced with the rind so as to absorb all vitamins.
Look at the color of the celery juice. Celery is full of vitamins and low in fat. It is also a natural diuretic. Something new I learned is that some people are allergic to celery. In Europe they disclose if products contain celery.
I decided to make popovers. I have not been too successful at them. It could be the gluten free flour used. I am getting better. I want them to be light but they still come out more muffin-like. They were delicious, don’t get me wrong. I used the pulp collected in the pulp collector to give my popovers added flavor.
Before I post the recipe, let me tell you that I used an interesting gluten free flour. Mama’s Almond Blend. It has white rice flour, tapioca flour, potato starch, sweet rice flour and almond meal flour. It is a light flour; non gritty. To learn more visit http://www.glutenfreemama.com.
I also used a 100% Coconut sugar. It is, apparently, the “in” sugar to use. I, actually, won it at Good Earth Market & Organic Farm, located in Clarksville, Delaware. http://www.goodearthmarket.com. It is organically grown and more nutritious. It smells like coconut, but it does not taste like it. The taste is more like raw sugar with a hint of caramel. Diabetics, please listen, because coconut sugar ha a low glycemic index, it is better for you.
Orange Popovers
3 eggs (room temperature)
1 tablespoon sugar
1 1/4 milk
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 1/4 cups gluten free flour (if not Celiac or without gluten sensitivity, use regular flour)
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons of orange zest or pulp
Pre-heat oven to 425 degrees.
In a large bowl whisk the eggs with sugar and zest.
Whisk in milk and 3 tablespoons of melted butter.
In another bowl whisk the flour with the baking powder and salt.
Whisk the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until small lumps only remain.
Melt the remaining tablespoon of butter and brush the inside of the popover or deep muffin pan.
Place the empty pan in the oven for about 10 minutes. Don’t worry if the butter starts browning.
Take it out and then, carefully, fill them half way. You can sprinkle some of the rind or pulp on top just before putting them in the oven.
Bake for about 40 minutes.
Nice and hot, ready to eat.
Great with honey. I added to my raw honey some freshly squeeze orange juice and rind. The Country Harvest raw honey came from Manchester, Maryland. Dip or spread.
 
Enjoy!!
December 25th, 2012
‘Twas the night before Christmas and Santa’s a wreck…How to live in a world that’s politically correct?
His sack was quite empty, limp to the ground;
Nothing fully acceptable was to be found
Something special was needed, a gift that he might give to all without angering the left or right
A gift that would satisfy, with no indecision,
Each group of people, every religion;
Every ethnicity, every hue,
Everyone, everywhere…even you.
So here is that gift, it’s price beyond worth…
“May you and your loved ones enjoy Peach on Earth”
Note: This poem is just part of a poem written by Harvey Ehrlich in 1992. It still fits so well.
Merry Christmas y Feliz Navidad
November 6th, 2012
This Flag of Honor was created from the name of those who perished in the terrorist attacks of 9/11. Now and forever it represents their immortality.
Today we get to vote. Citizens over 18 years of age are able to cast a vote. We take this vote for granted. But, don’t do that so quickly. It took years to get to this point.
Our right to vote in this country defines our Nation as a Democracy.
I have been told…well, our vote does not make a difference. So many people in other countries are fighting and dying for the right to vote and to an election. Don’t underestimate the power of your vote.
Four years ago, I was not able to vote on that election. After telling everyone to vote, I was out of the state of Delaware, where I vote, when my family had an emergency. I called and tried every which way to see how we could cast our vote. It was not to be.
Today, I am so ready….I cannot wait to vote. No hell or high water would keep me away from this one!!
Have a good day!!
July 23rd, 2012
The Delaware Beaches offer a wide variety of music for everyone. Just click on the links to see their full schedule.
The following venues are, for the most part, restaurants, but there are others that music is their main event.
Irish Eyes – http://irisheyespub.com
Greene Turtle – http://www.thegreeneturtle.com
Bethany Blues – http://www.bethanyblues.com
On the Rocks Bar & Grill – http://www.ontherocksde.com
Big Chill Cantina – http://wwwbigchillcantina.com
Conch Island – http://www.conchislandbar.com
Cultured Pearl – http://www.culturedpearl.us
Dogfish Head – http://www.dogfish.com
Frogg Pond – http://www.thefroggpond.com
Jake’s Seafood – http://www.jakesseafoodhouse.com
Timothy’s at the Beach – http://timothysrehobothrestaurant.com
Purple Parrot Grill – On Facebook. Tel. 302-226-1139. 134 Rehoboth Ave.
Hobos – http://www.myhobos.com
Rigby’s Bar & Grill – http://www.rigbysrehoboth.com
Blue Moon – http://www.bluemoonrehoboth.com
Ivy – http://www.idewey.com
Bottle & Cork – http://www.bottlencork.info
Lighthouse Raw Bar – http://www.ruddertowneusa.com
Northbeach – http://www.deweybeachlife.com
Rusty Rudder – http://www.deweybeachlife.com
Seafood Shack – http://www.seafoodshackrehoboth.com
The Starboard – http://www.thestarboard.com
Summer House – http://www.summerhousesaloon.com
Victoria’s Restaurant – http://www.boardwalkplaza.com
Zogg’s – http://www.zoggs-bar.com
1776 – http://www.1776steakhouse.net
The Rehoboth Beach Bandstand – http://www.rehobothbandstand.com
The Bethany Beach Bandstand – http://www.townofbethanybeach.com
Patsy’s Restaurant – http://www.patsysgourmet.com
The Cottage Cafe – http://www.cottagecafe.com. Click on calendar.
The Freeman Stage at Bayside – http://www.freemanstage.org
Note: If I have missed some, please let me know. I’ll be glad to add them to the list. Thanks.
July 5th, 2012
I can, actually, say that I have known Alice Klein for so many years now. Ever since I saw here designs for the first time, I became a fan. Yes, and you can tell that, as well, since you have seen frequent posts about this talented jeweler and designer in Bethany Beach, Delaware.
I am happy to say that TKO is one of my new advertisers on AboutMyBeaches. You can find the banner on the right hand side of this website. All you have to do is click on it and you will find yourselves on her website. Her website has samples of her work and plenty of information. But, the best way to appreciate the beauty of her desings is by visiting her shop, right in Downtown Bethany Beach.
Alice H. Klen is the President of TKO Designs. It is located at 100 Garfield Parkway, #6, Bethany Beach, DE 19930. Tel. 302-539-6992. Website? http://www.alicehklein-tko.com.
Alice is originally from Milwaukee, but has made the Bethany Beach her home since 1990. Her husband, Bryant Clark is also a jeweler. You might see him at TKO from time to time.
TKO Designs are recognizable. Alice has a unique way of presenting a beautiful stone in its best light. Her designs are modern and they stand out. They catch a person’s eye.
Her craft is an art. Alice is a professional and works with plastics and resins, precious and semi-precious stones, pearls, gold, gold filled, silver and Swaroski crystals.
Her designs are affordable; it depends what you want.
Her custom pieces are of the highest quality stones and materials…you will pay more for those.
Alice can also give a new lift to old and tired settings. Just bring them by for her to give you an estimate.
Stop in…you can also meet JoAnne, her niece, who also works at TKO.
Welcome TKO Designs!! Thanks. Have a good one!!
 
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