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March 1st, 2014

Destination? Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, Events, Chocolate Festival, Gumbo Crawl, The Cultured Pearl Annual Buffet Extravaganza…Saturday, Sunday, What Are You Waiting For?, Delaware Beaches, Southern Delaware

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CHOCOLATE FESTIVAL – Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, aka, The Nation’s Summer Capital, is opening its season, like they have been doing for the past 24 years, with the Chocolate Festival.  A one day event that brings to town many visitors to taste everything chocolate!!  The sponsors for this event are Rehoboth Beach Main Street, http://www.downtownrehoboth.com, and The Friends of the Rehoboth Library, http://www.rehobothlibrary.org/about-us/friends-of-library.html.

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Last year over 2,300 visitors attended.  It takes place at the Rehoboth Beach Convention Center, located in Downtown Rehoboth Beach.  11:30 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 1st.

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Your $5 entry will include 5 tastings….extra tastings are .50 each.  Children under 5 are free.  There will be raffle prizes, vendors, and so much chocolate to try.

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This young baker will probably be there, just like he has been before.  Young but with a great future ahead of him if he keeps baking this way.

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Categories for the event are cookies, brownies, pies, cheesecakes, candy, cake and most unusual.

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While at the Chocolate Festival, please make sure to stop by the Village Improvement Association’s table.  They are a big supporter of this event.  Their bakers have a reputation for amazing baked goods.  To know more about them, please visit http://www.rehobothbeachvia.org

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GUMBO CRAWL-MARDI GRAS IN REHOBOTH BEACH – The fun does not stop at the Chocolate Festival…having dessert first is the best!  You can then crawl over to the restaurants participating in the Gumbo Crawl, which will be taking place from 2 p.m. until 5 p.m.  $5 ballots for all your tastings.  The restaurants are:  Rigby’s, Dogfish Head, Arenas, MIXX, Cafe Azafran, The Frogg Pond, Purple Parrot Grill, Stoney Lonen, Mariachi, Seafood Shack and Nicola on the Avenue.

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Sunday, March 2nd – THE CULTURE PEARL’S 22nd ANNUAL BUFFET EXTRAVAGANZA – An all day event, starting at Noon. Just one day of tastings.  2 hour seatings.  Booked on the hour with last seating at 8 p.m.  $34.  Please call 302-227-8493.  The Cultured Pear is located at..It is an iconic restaurant in Rehoboth Beach with delicious sushi, sashimi, Asian Cuisine, edamame bar, and much more.  Great atmosphere.  Love seating at the sushi bar!! The Cultured Pearl is located at 301 Rehoboth Avenue.

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Please remember that on Monday, March 3rd, is business as usual at The Cultured Pearl with Sushi Nite!!

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So, as you can see….Downtown Rehoboth Beach is definitely a destination this week-end……Spring is coming!  Have a great day.

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March 1st, 2013

What’s Going On? Rehoboth Beach, Activities, Events, Entertainment…It’s March!! Delaware Beaches, Southern Delaware, Sussex County

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This historical marker is found at the end of Rehoboth Avenue, right by the Bandstand and the award-winning Boardwalk.  Then, it’s the Atlantic Ocean.  I read it all the time..since 1873, then, the railroad came in 1878. In 1891 Rehoboth Beach was named Cape Henlopen City, then to be formally changed in 1893.  And, the rest it’s history.  Rehoboth Beach is known as the Nation’s Summer Capital.

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Are you visiting us this week-end.  Do you like music?  Check what’s going on?  The following venues are open and here are the links:

The Greene Turtle – http://www.thegreeneturtle.com

Conch Island – http://www.conchislandbar.com

Cultured Pearl – http://www.culturedpearl.us

Dogfish Head – http://www.dogfish.com

The Frogg Pond – http://www.thefroggpond.com

Rigby’s Bar & Grill – http://www.rigbysrehoboth.com

Blue Moon – http://www.bluemoonrehoboth.com

Seafood Shack – http://wwwseafoodshackrehoboth.com

Bethany Blues (Lewes) – http://www.bethanyblues.com

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Until Sunday, 3/3 – Rediscovering Bertha Riley – At the Rehoboth Art League, located at 12 Dodds Lane in Henlopen Acres.  This is Rehoboth Art League’s first art exhibition for 2013 and it features selected works by Bertha Riley, who was an active member of Rehoboth’s art colony and a founding artists of the Art League.  The Rehoboth Art League turns 75 this year and this exhibition marks the first of many events to celebrate its birthday.  Please visit the website for more info on all their Diamond Celebration events at http://www.rehobothartleague.org.

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Saturday, 3/2 – The much awaited Chocolate Festival is finally here!!  Besides being the Chocolate Festival, this week-end opens a lot of establishments.  They are looking forward to a good and prosperous 2013 season.  The Chocolate Festival will be held only for one day; Saturday.  Location?  The Rehoboth Beach Convention Center right on Rehoboth Avenue in Downtown Rehoboth Beach.  11:30 until 3:30 p.m., or until the chocolate runs out.  You can purchase tickets ahead of time.  I did; only $2 admission.  You can also purchase them at the door…..the line might be a little long.  That admission gives you one tasting.  You can buy more for 50 cents each.  No carry out is permitted.  Children under 5 get in free!!

This is the 23rd year and apparently the baking contest will feature more restaurant entries than ever before!!  There will be chocolate, of course, tastes galore, definitely, vendors, a raffle, kids games and much more.  For more information, please visit http://www.downtownrehoboth.com.  Even though the festival is only one day, the Rehoboth Beach establishments will be honoring the chocolate festival with themed specials throughout the week-end.

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Sunday, 3/3 – It is the 21st Annual Buffet Extravaganza at the Cultured Pearl, located at 301 Rehoboth Ave.  One day only!!  2 hour seatings starting at 12 Noon.  Call for your reservations at 302-227-8493.  Special Guest, Bryan Clark will be entertaining from 4 p.m. until closing.  Website?  http://www.culturedpearl.us.

Have a good week-end!!

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October 6th, 2011

Cultured Pearl, a.k.a. The Pearl, Restaurant, Sushi Restaurant, Bar, Review, Rehoboth Beach, Delaware Beaches

 

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Dear Cultured Pearl:

Hi, it has been some time.  No, I have not moved.  You know how it is, being that you are so popular, I had to wait until the visitors had gone home, the meters have been put to sleep and Rehoboth was into its Second Season.

I almost went on Monday.  I had friends from Colorado visiting.  Then, I forgot that it was locals night.  I knew you would be packed and thought that specials rolls needed to be ordered; I did not want to wait.  I know, I know it is a great deal; 3 rolls, edamame, miso soup for $13.  Actually, a great deal. 

Sushi Bar - My Favorite Place to Sit

Sushi Bar - My Favorite Place to Sit

Anyway, we chose to visit on Tuesday and have a more relaxed dinner in order to catch up on our lives.

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Angie was our server.  She was very friendly and throughout our meal she was attentive.

We had Miso, sashimi, sushi and rolls…all very good.  I always have my favorites.  Three of us ate more “family style” while the other, being my husband, had his own all to himself.  It is great that you are very aware that some of your customers have food related allergies.  Having gluten free soy sauce is nice.  We don’t have to carry our own.

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At times I am able to take a lot of pictures of our food.  On that night I had to rush since they were diving into everything they ordered.

Crunchy – Eel, avocado, tempura bits, spicy sesame, and eel sauce.

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Spider – Tempura, sofshell crab, cucumber, avocado, lettuce, and natural tobiko.

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One of my favorites and I know different restaurants prepare this roll in different ways; yours really is a standout; the Firecracker.  Tuna, salmon tempura maki topped with spicy mayo, fresh jalapeno slice, jumbo lump crab and sriracha dot.  It has a distinct flavor in every bite and the combination of that heat and crab and fish is delicious.

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My husband had eel sushi, baby octupus and smoked salmon sushi.

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Last year I learned that not all wasabi is the same.  Real wasabi is sold in root form.  It is usually freshly grated before served.  It is delicate, delicious and different from what the majority think of wasabi.  The other wasabi served is pretty much horseradish, mustard and food coloring.  I am glad you have it fresh all the time.  On this picture, the fresh wasabi is on the left.

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My friends ordered Miso Soup.  That is also one of your best.  I have tried in many other restaurants but yours is so well seasoned and hits the spot every time.

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A favorite of mine are scallops sashimi.  So fresh and eating them along with a thin slice of lemon is all the better.  We had them sashimi, as well, but like I said I was not fast enough with the lense.

For dessert we ordered mochi.  Glutinous rice is pounded to make mochi.  Then, it is filled with ice cream.  Flavors vary like, strawberry, chocolate, mango, green tea.  Our ordered arrived and I thought they were somewhat different.  They looked like little golf balls.

The ones served in the past were flatter.  I do agree that the ice cream melted quickly.  Angie told us that these ones are better quality and the ice cream stays firm.  I liked the other ones better but that did not keep me from eating them, either.

Thanks for a nice evening…the purpose of this post.  Having dinner with my old friend (and our husbands), is always a treat.

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Note:  Cultured Pearl is located at 301 Rehoboth Avenue, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971.  Tel. 302-227-8493.  Website?  http://www.culturedpearl.us.

Reservations are strongly recommended, especially on “locals night” at this time of the year.  And, check the website because there are upcoming events and entertainment on the calendar.

I almost forgot; Thursday is Noodle Night – $10 for selected noodle dishes.

 

Another beautiful day in the Delmarva Peninsula!!  Enjoy!!

October 11th, 2010

Rehoboth Beach, Restaurants, Downtown, Specials, Off Season Specials, Delaware Beaches, What’s Going On?

 

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Rehoboth Beach is one of those coastal towns located in Delaware that is known for its good restaurants.  Even though I have lived here for many years, there are still some that I have not visited. 

A year ago I started my blog and during this past year I have reviewed some of the downtown restaurants.  Once I have reviewed a restaurant or business I send them an e-mail.  My reviews are, of course, my personal opinion.  I think the restaurants appreciate comments; how the customer has been treated from the moment he or she steps into their establishment. 

With that said, I am now getting e-mails with the fall offerings and specials.  The following list, is by no means complete.  I am getting there and I will keep passing on the information as I get it or find it.

 

The Back Porch Cafe – 59 Rehoboth Ave., Rehoboth Beach, 302-227-3674, www.backporchcafe.com.  The restaurant will be open in October for long week-ends.  They will be serving their fixed price menu on Thursdays.  Regular dinner menu will be available Friday through Sunday.  The Back Porch is open for lunch on Fridays and Saturdays and for Sunday Brunch. 

They will close for the season on Sunday, October 31st.

Note:  I wrote a post on the Back Porch on 10/1/09.  If you would like to read it, please click under Archives on the month of October and scroll down to the date.

 

 

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Big Fish Grill – Even though this restaurant is not in downtown Rehoboth I decided to include it since its sister restaurant, the Summer House, is.

Big Fish Grill is located on 4117 Hwy. One, Rehoboth Beach, tel. 302-227-3474, or 227-3665, www.bigfishgrill.com.

Happy Hour – Only at the Bar.  Mondays through Thursdays 5 – 7 p.m., Fridays 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. and Sundays 4 – 6 p.m.  1/2 priced appetizers.

On October 31st – Kids under 12 eat free if they are wearing a costume from 4 – 8 p.m.  A picture will be taken and the best costume will be picked, as well.

Big Fish Grill has started cooking classes.  I attended one this year and it was excellent.  Next one will be 10/23 and then 11/6, 11/10, 11/20, 12/4 and 12/8.  Please check the above mentioned website for information and the 2011 class schedule.

Please have in mind that the restaurant is available for fundraising events Sundays through Thursdays from October to April.  Please call them for more info.

Note:  I wrote 2 posts on this restaurant; one on 1/23/10, during the cooking class and one on 9/20/10.  Just go under the Archives and click on those months and scroll down to the dates.

 

Summer House – Sister restaurant of Big Fish is located at 228 Rehoboth Ave, tel. 302-227-3895, www.summerhousesaloon.com.

Happy Hours are Mondays through Fridays from 4 – 7 p.m. Only At the Bar.

Catch NFL Games – specials on drinks during the game.

On Saturday, 10/30 is the 3rd Annual Halloween Scream Beach Bar Crawl.  It is a party and costume contest.  The winner will be announced at midnight and will win $200 in cash and the second place will win $50.

On Sunday, 10/31 kids under 12 will eat free if they are wearing a costume from 4 – 8 p.m. A picture will be taken and the best costume will be picked.

 

 

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Cafe Azafran – 18 Baltimore Ave., tel. 302-227-8100, www.cafeazafran.com

This restaurant has a sister restaurant in Lewes.  It opened this season on trendy Baltimore Ave., one block from the boardwalk.

Mondays – 1/2 price bottles of wine

Tuesdays – Prix-Fixe (3 course menu for $23), plus 1/2 bottles of wine (any wine under $60 on their list)

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Wednesdays – Tapas Happy Hour ($7 tapas and $7 glasses of wine off their wine board)

Thursdays – Steak & Wine Nite – 3 great steaks with 3 different preparations.  Choose your steak and then choose your preparation for the one price.  Steak dinner is served with a green salad, Jason’s bread and olives $17. 

Select red wines will be on special by the glass or bottle.  Add on for steak dinners $9, either a crab cake, shrimp plancha or seared scallops.

Tapas Happy Hour Sundays – Thursdays from 5 – 7 p.m. at the Bar and Dining Room with $7 Tapas Menu and discounted Drink Specials.

Note:  I wrote a post on this restaurant on 8/9/10.  If you would like to see it just click on the month of August under Archives and scroll down to the date.

 

 

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Cafe Sole – Located at 44 Baltimore Ave., tel. 302-227-7107, www.rehoboth.com/cafesole.  Their fall specials are on-going.

Half price entrees every Wednesday evening.  This is a local’s favorite. 

Jazz Festival Update:

The festival is this coming week-end and Cafe Sole is excited to announce that 2 great groups have been booked for their restaurant.

Friday, October 15th – Clap, sing, and tap your feet to the authentic New Orleands sound of “The Cornbread Five”.  This is a group of dedicated musicians (and music teachers) who are passionate about honoring the traditions of music from The Big Easy.

Saturday, October 16th – The mellow jazz styling of The Lauren Lark Quartet.  Led by awesome singer/songwriter Lauren Lark, the group will revive your memories of the age of smooth jazz and romantic cheek-to-cheek dancing.

Choose a night (or choose both) and call for a reservation.

Sunday Brunch is from 10:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m.

Note:  I wrote about this restaurant on 9/1/09.  If you would like to read it just click on the month of September, 2009 and scroll down to the date.

 

 

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Conch Island – Key West Bar & Grill.  This is another restaurant that opened at 207 Rehoboth Ave. this year.  Tel. 302-226-9378, www.conchislandbar.com.  It has been well received.

Happy Hour is from 3 until 7 p.m. every day of the week and all day on Sundays.

$4 dozen wings, $1 oysters, 1/2 price steamed shrimp, $2.50 Miller/Light Coors Bottles, $4.50 Captain Morgan/Smirnoff mixed drinks, $4 American Honey Shots and $5 Patron Shots.

Conch Island has entertainment, as well.   For more information, please call the above telephone number or visit their website.

Note:  My post for this restaurant was on 5/10/10.  All you have to do, if you would like to see it, it click under Archives, on the month of May and scroll down to the date.

 

 

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Confucius – Chinese Cuisine, located at 57 Wilmington Ave., tel. 302-227-2848, www.confuciusrehobothbeach.com.  I frequent this restaurant a lot and love their food and service.

Mondays – All fish entrees are 1/2 price.

Sundays – Peking Duck is $15.95 for 1/2 or $29.95 for whole.

Sunday Brunch – 3 items for $10.00

All specials are for dine-in only, while the supplies last.

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Note:  On 12/21/09 I wrote about Confucius.  All you have to do to read it is go under Archives on the left hand side of this website and click on December of 2009 and scroll down to the date.

 

 

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Cultured Pearl – Located on 301 Rehoboth Ave., this restaurant is one of the most popular in Rehoboth Beach.  Tel. 302-227-8493, 302-227-4217 for carry out.

Monday Night Sushi at the Pearl is back for a second season with a couple of new twists and turns to it.  Once this night caught on, it got very crowded, so reservations are suggested.

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For more info. on what this restaurant has to offer, please check the website.

Note:  My post for the Cultured Pearl was on 8/24/10.  To see it just click on the month of August under Archives on the left hand side of this website and scroll down to the date.

 

 

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Eden – Located at 23 Baltimore Ave., tel. 302-227-3330, www.edenrestaurant.com.  This is another very popular restaurant in downtown Rehoboth.  I tried it for the first time this summer and had a wonderful meal.

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Wednesdays – Prix Fixe – 3 Courses for $35.00

Note:  My post on Eden was on 9/9/10.  Just click on the month of September under Archives and scroll down to the date.

 

 

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Hobos – Eco Global Fusion Cuisine.  Mexico, Europe and the Mediterranean with a few additions in between.  Location?  56 Baltimore Ave., tel. 302-226-2226, www.myhobos.com.

Tuesday, October 12th – Whole Body Health Program by Gretchen Hanson, Hobo’s owner and Chef. 

This 30 day program is for people that want to feel better, get healthy and lose  weight involving cooking classes, a detox from processed foods and an all around food overhaul.  It is free and it is at Hobos. It will last until November 16th.  It is a complete overhaul of the way you eat eliminating all processed foods, white flour, hfcs, hydrogenated fats, sugar, etc.  It involves her undivided attention and lots of one on one counseling time and 5 free cooking classes in exchange to your committing to follow the plan for 30 days.

Gretchen is writing a book which will be finished next spring so the participants will agree to be a part of it, as well.  Most importantly, this is not a diet, it is a lifestyle, which means that there is no weighing, measuring and calorie counting; just real, delicious food….

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Thursday, October 14th – Hobos Restaurant & Crush & Press jointly host a tasting dinner of Extra Virgin Olive Oils & Rhone Valley + Wines.  It is at 6:30 p.m. at Hobos.

It is $55 per person and you can make reservations on line at info@myhobos.com.  The olive oils tasted will be available for purchase the night of the event.

Menu will include:

Heirloom tomatoes preserved with lemon thyme and stuffed with arugula pistou

“Cream” of  roasted cauliflower and artichoke soup with garlic rouille

Polenta cakes with nutmeg mushroom duxelles

Salt smoked sea scallops and caramelized shallot and leek risotto timbales

Almond Mandarin olive oil cake

Note:  I wrote a post on 6/10/10 on Hobos.  If you would like to see it just click on the month of June under Archives and scroll down to the date.

 

 

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Lupo di Mare – One of the many restaurants of the Sodel Group is located at 247 Rehoboth Ave., right by Hotel Rehoboth and Mod Cottage.  Tel. 302-226-2240, www.lupodimarerehoboth.com.

Tuesday, October 12th is the Women & Wine Club Event – Starting at 6:30 p.m. “Pino Envy” – Enjoy a 4 course meal matched to wines chosen by Southern Wine & Spirits.  Cost is $39.00.

For reservations, please contact Molly King at molly@sodelconcepts.com or at 302-275-0183.  A portion of the proceeds from the evening will go to the Rehoboth Beach Village Improvement Association.

Fall Specials:

Wednesdays – 1/2 price pasta

Thursdays – 1/2 price select bottles of wine

Wednesdays – Saturdays, if seated before 6 p.m. – Prix Fixe: 3 Chef designed courses for $19.00

Sundays – Sunday Supper – 3 Chef designed courses for $19.00

Happy Hour – Wednesdays – Sundays, 5 – 7 p.m. – Drink and appetizer specials.

This restaurant is available for specials events and catering.  Please call them for details.

 

 

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MIXX  – It is American Fusion Cuisine – Full menu with tapas (smaller) portions.  Located at 26 Baltimore Ave., tel. 302-226-8700, www.mixxrehoboth.com.

I enjoyed this restaurant very much when I visited last year.  I wrote a review on 6/3/10 and if you would like to see it, just click on the month of June, 2009 under Archives on the left hand side of the website.  Scroll down to the date.

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Mondays and Tuesdays MIXX is closed.

Wednesdays – $8 Gourmet Burgers, 1/2 price martinis

Thursdays – Half Price Wine ( glass and bottle), $6 Wine flight, plus free tapas appetizers, soup or MIXX salad with entree.

Fridays and Saturdays – Early MIXX – 20 % off entire check until 6:30 p.m. nightly (dining room only).

Happy Hour – 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. (Bar Only) – $3 house wine, $3 all beers, $5 mixed drinks and $7 martinis.

Sundays – Brunch from 10 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. 

Buy one, get one free (any dinner entree) Sunday evenings. 

Please note that there is a 20% theatre discount, if you are attending a performance.

Jazz Update at MIXX:

Friday – 6 – 10:30 p.m.  Matthew Kenworthy

Saturday – 7 – 10 p.m. Tear the Roof Off Trio

Sunday Brunch – 10 – 1 p.m. Matthew Kenworthy

If you have any questions, please give them a call since specials and events are subject to change without notice.

 

It all sounds pretty good, don’t you think?  Enjoy!! 

Talk to you later….

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August 31st, 2010

Wasabi, Condiment, Root Vegetable, Green Paste, Sushi Bar, Delaware Beaches, Rehoboth Beach

 

Real, fresh wasabi on the left vs. what is usually served as wasabi on the right.

Real, fresh wasabi on the left vs. what is usually served as wasabi on the right.

 

Remember last week when I had that sashimi craving?  Well, it must be that it happens once a week.  The week-end was over and I figured Rehoboth Beach was probably a little slower at the beginning of the week.  Remember, summer as we know it, here at the Delaware and Maryland beaches, is coming to an end sooner than expected.

Back to the Cultured Pearl I was last night.  They are located on 301 Rehoboth Ave.  I do eat other foods but lately I want it.  I feel healthy when I eat my sashimi.  Not full; just content.

In my opinion the best seat in the house at a Sushi restaurant is the bar or counter.  You are sitting just a few feet from the people that will be responsible for feeding you.

By sitting at the bar you can observe the quality of the seafood, the chef’s technique and the preparation of various Sushi meals. 

One of the other benefits of sitting at the bar is that you are able to interact with the Sushi chefs.  Last night I was again sitting in front of Yasuhiro Sano, Master Sushi Chef at the Cultured Pearl.  He is not the only one there, but I have gotten to know him more by sitting on that spot.

My friends tell me that I am the type of person that has never met a stranger.  I will say hello to anyone; even establish conversation in the grocery line.  I just like to know what make people tick.

Last night I met Sean at the Sushi Bar.  He is from Washington, D.C., has a house in Rehoboth and has been visiting the area since his teens.  He felt the same way as I did.  Loves sitting at the sushi bar.

As our dinners were about to make their entrance he told me that I should order real wasabi.  I thought that’s what I have been eating all these years.  Hey, that was not it.

Wasabi is sold in the form of a root which must be finely grated before use.

The wasabi that is usually served at a restaurant is a mixture of horseradish, mustard and food coloring.  Very little or no wasabi is found in that paste.

In a good restaurant the paste is usually prepared as needed by the customer.  Once the paste is prepared, it will lose its flavour within 15 minutes.

I was amazed, the flavor is so different; don’t get me wrong, it is still strong, even a little sweet with no burning aftertaste in one’s mouth.

The cultivation of real wasabi is difficult and expensive, therefore, restaurants will charge about a dollar more if you do request it.  Not all restaurants have it, though.  The Cultured Pearl does.

I really liked it.  It was perfect with my sashimi and I hope that you try it and experience the difference, just like I did. 

Thanks for the tip Sean.

 

Have a great day.  Another beautiful one in the Delmarva Peninsula….talk to you later….

August 24th, 2010

The Cultured Pearl, Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, Restaurant, Review, Asian Food, Sushi, Sashimi, Delaware Beaches

 

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Every week I say that I should not be eating this much raw fish; once again I had that craving for sashimi.

If you are a frequent visitor to the Delaware Beaches you know that we do have excellent restaurants in all the beaches.  So many choices and so lucky to be able to experience the best.

On Monday night my craving took me to the Cultured Pearl located at 301 Rehoboth Avenue right on downtown Rehoboth Beach.  The telephone is 302-227-8493.  Website www.culturedpearl.us.  Telephone for carry out is 302-227-4217.

I have been a customer of the Cultured Pearl for many years, going back to their old location on Wilmington Ave.  Rob and Susan are the owners of this very popular Asian restaurant.

It is decorated with an inspiration in traditional Japanese architecture; bamboo, flowing water, koi, and live birds. 

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During the summer months I usually try the downtown restaurants during the week because it is hard to find parking.  Actually, I have to be honest with you, it is a pain.  But, last night I figured that being that it was a Monday night, and the weather was not the greatest, well, it would be better.  And it was.

At first the restaurant did not seem that crowded, that changed later on.  On good weather, it is great to sit outdoors.  The roof top area has a lake effect; koi below and gazebos on top.

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I usually sit at the sushi bar.  I go to this restaurant to strictly eat sushi and sashimi, but if you have not acquired a taste for it, don’t worry because the Cultured Pearl is restaurant that also offers American Cuisine. 

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Those 2 first seats at the sushi bar are the ones I go for.  Right in front of Master Sushi Chef, Yasuhiro Sano.  Last night he fixed us a little something to wet our appetite.  The Firecracker is a roll that is so delicious.  It has a kick to it because of the fresh jalapeno.  It has tuna, salmon, wrapped in Nori Hasomaki style, tempura battered, topped with spicy mayo, fresh jalapeno, crab meat, sriracha.  It is slightly warm and we always order it.

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I have ordered Miso soup in every Japanese restaurant, but I must admit that the one at the Cultured Pearl is one of the best if not the best, in my opinion. 

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Last night I was looking at it wondering how this soup was made.  Miso soup consists of a stock called “dashi”, which is a simple broth made by boiling edible kelp and preserved, fermented tuna; then straining the liquid.  Hmmm…  Then softened miso paste is mixed into it.  Miso paste is a seasoning and it is produced by fermenting rice, barley and or soybeans, with salt and the fungus kojikin.  Hmmm…again.  Miso is high in protein and rich in vitamins and minerals.

I am not thinking again how this soup is made.  I love it, anyway.

Two entrees were ordered.  Well, look at my sashimi.  The live scallops are one of my favorites; eaten with the thinly sliced lime.  On the picture, they are on the right hand side.  Red snapper in the middle, salmon, tuna, eel, etc. etc.  A feast, no less.

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The other entree that was ordered was very well received, as well.

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By the time we were finished the restaurant was crowded; it was a rainy night in Rehoboth Beach, the people eating outdoors had to come in and I took off to meet Paula so that she could show me what else the beaches had to offer on a Monday night.

 

Have a great week!!

P.S.  The Cultured Pearl is open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner.  Check their website.

Note:  The Cultured Pearl is also aware of customers with a gluten allergy.  Wheat free soy sauce is served upon request.

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