May 8th, 2013
Up and down the coastal towns of Delmarva, residents and merchants are making sure that the historic towns they have chosen to live, work and play are preserved with respect and dignity. Historic Berlin, Maryland is one of such towns just a few miles west of Ocean City, Maryland, in Worcester County. Every time I visit Berlin, it brings back memories of many years driving my kids to and from Berlin, when they went to school. The Globe was a place I probably stopped more than a few times a week. So, when Cindi and I decided a few weeks ago to stop by…lunch at The Globe was a must. We were the first ones there. Perfect for those photo opportunities.
The Globe is located at 12 Broad St., Berlin, MD 21811. Tel. 410-641-0784. Website? http://www.globetheater.com. The Proprietor & General Manager is Jennifer Dawicki.
We were able to walk around at our own pace since we were early. The first thing you will notice is their Coppertop Bar. Plenty of stools available with happy hour from 3 p.m. until 6 p.m.
Upstairs, in the Balcony Art Gallery & Lounge, as well as throughout the Globe you will see works of local and regional artists on display. On Thursday, May 9th….a Murder Mystery Dinner will be taking place at the Balcony Art Gallery & Lounge. Once a month this event attracts many customers for a night of dining and mystery. Please call for tickets. 410-641-0784. $25/person. 7:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m.
On the first floor, there are different areas for dining. The Globe was a theater, so you might end up eating on a balcony.
By the Coppertop Bar.
Or, across from the stage, which is where Cindi and I decided to sit.
The Globe is open Tuesday through Sunday for lunch and dinner and Sunday Brunch. It has Wi-Fi, offers a kids’ menu and it is also handicapped accessible.
It is funny how I love going out to lunch and dinner with friends…and then I start wondering what can I eat that is low fat, low carb, low sodium…crazy, isn’t it? Why bother?
Cindi and I decided to be very good and this is what we had:
Black Bean Burger Wrap, made in-house, tucked away with spinach, avocado and an order of their most delicious fresh fried tortilla chips and a pickle.
Mine was the Jerk Chicken Wrap….grilled jerk chicken, spinach, pineapple, red onion, mozzarella cheese, and honey mustard dressing. It was also served with their tortillas and a pickle. That’s all we ate!! I think we did well.
To see what else is on the menu, please visit http://www.globetheater.com/menu. And, to check the specials, please visit http://www.globetheater.com/specials.
So, what’s going on at The Globe besides the Murder Mystery Dinner?
Friday, 5/10, is the monthly 2nd Friday Art Stroll throughout Historic Berlin from 5 p.m. until 9 p.m.
Saturday, 5/11, Hot Butter Nuggets on Stage at 7 p.m. until 10 p.m.
Sunday, 5/12, Happy Mother’s Day!! Brunch with $2 George’s Bloody Mary’s and Mimosas. Reservations are recommended!!
Have a Good One!!
May 30th, 2012
My car had not forgotten where to go. For so many years I had traveled up and down Coastal Highway (Rt. 1) from, Bethany Beach, where I first lived, and later from Rehoboth Beach. The back roads have always been my favorite. It is where you can really enjoy the beauty of the area I call home.
Friends from out of town. Great opportunity to show them here or there. Today was a road trip from Rehoboth Beach to Berlin, Maryland, in Worcester County. Jim and Basil had already hit the Farmers’ Market in Rehoboth. Please don’t eat there I told them. I am taking you to a special place.
Em-ing’s!! If you have been there, then you know I am talking about great barbecue. Homemade desserts and breads. They are located on the corner of Rt. 113 and 610 in Bishopville, MD, just after you leave the town of Selbyville, Delaware if you are going south. The tel. is 410-352-5711. Website? www.em-ings.com.
It was great seeing Robin. We have only talked by e-mail. I wrote a post on Em-ing’s back on January 22, 2011. If you want to see it just click on the month of January, 2011 on the left hand side of this website, and scroll down to the 22nd.
I think Jim and Basil were very happy with their choices. This is what we all had.
Jim ordered the Country Rib with a side of Mac, salad, bread and butter. It also included a homemade pie. He chose the peanut butter. I have to tell you that he ate it all.
Then, Basil had the pulled barbecue chicken sandwich with cole slaw and baked beans. I know he, definitely, enjoyed it.
I decided to have the beef barbecue sandwich. At Robin’s suggestion, with a side of cole slaw and potato salad. Perfect suggestions, Robin. It was delicious, as usual.
Soooo satisfied, it was time to move to the town of Berlin, Maryland, but not before you see the latest addition to their menu.
We decided to stop at the Berlin chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center located at 14 South Main St., Berlin, MD 21811. Tel. 410-641-4775. Website? www.berlinchamber.org.
Berlin is a Historic Village. An influx of shops, arts, entertainment, and restaurants is making this town a favorite destination for many. Only about 6 or 7 miles from Ocean City, Maryland, it takes no time to get there. Even though from the Delaware Beaches it takes longer, believe me, it is worth it.
Pleasantly surprised at how large the Chamber was. Local artists have studios in this particular building, where you can see them at work. They were not there when we visited but we could still look into their studios.
From the Berlin Chamber we crossed the street to see if my friend, Dee, was working, NEST, her store. Dee is one of those shopkeepers that you upon meeting her, you think you have known her forever. Introduction were made and a few pictures taken.
NEST is a boutique, and a gallery, with local art, village treasures, and handmade collectibles. It is located at 11 South Main Street, Berlin, MD 21811. Tel. 410-629-1030. You can also find NEST on Facebook.
The store looked great and Dee has wonderful things for everyone.
Her colorful bags were hanging, displaying unique contrasting fabrics. These bags are made by Dee.
We continued with our sightseeing by stopping at the Atlantic Hotel. Built in 1895, the Atlantic Hotel is located at 2 North Main St. in downtown Historic Berlin. Tel. 410-641-3589. Website? www.atlantichotel.com.
Some of the early guests were called “Drummers”, traveling salesmen that crisscrossed the area during the turn of the century.
The Hotel plays an integral part in this town. Events, parades, pretty much are centered around it. It is open for lunch, dinner, and for special events.
I wrote a post on November 5, 2011 on this historic hotel. Just check my archives.
We then continued on our exploration of Berlin even though it was somewhat hot today. When I first visited Jeffrey Auxer Designs, I was so impressed by this young artist. His craft? Blown Glass.
Jeffrey Auxer Designs is located at 19 Jefferson St. (behind the Atlantic Hotel). Tel. 443-513-4210. Website? www.jeffreyauxer.com.
For information on Glass Blowing Classes, please call 443-513-4210. You can find Jeffrey Auxer Designs on Facebook.
Our next stop was Cupcakes in Bloom. This bakery is located at 120 N. Main St. in Downtown Historic Berlin. Tel. 410-641-9020. You can find Cupcakes in Bloom on Facebook.
Shawnee is the owner and self taught baker. She is the 2nd place winner of Cupcake Wars. Talented, created and soooo friendly.
Talking to Shawnee was fun. You can tell she loves what she is doing. We decided on a carrot and red velvet for me, one that was like a strawberry pretzel salad all in one for Jim, and Basil got I believe one with peanut butter and chocolate, I think.
We sat outside and enjoyed every single bite. I wrote a post on this bakery on November 2, 2011. Check my Archives. On that post you can see Shawnee’s specialty; the blooming bouquets.
A quick stop at the Globe Theater. I did not take any pictures. It is locally owned and operated. Please check their website www.globetheater.com. Their new schedule of events is coming out this week. They serve lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch. And, on their stage thy feature local, regional and national live music.
The Globe Theater is located at 12 Broad St. in Downtown Historic Berlin. Tel. 410-641-0784.
We took off from Berlin, making our way back through Ocean City, Maryland. Then, one last stop for my friends to check out Seacrets. It is located at 117 West 49th St., Ocean City, MD 21842. Tel. 410-524-4900. Website? www.seacrets.com. It can be found on Facebook, Twitter and probably any other social media.
Seacrets is one of those places that you have to see for yourself. It is located on the Bay. Restaurants, Bars, Beach Bar, and plenty of music and partying. This past week-end the lines to get in were unreal. So, here it is.
Now what? There was not way I would be cooking. Hungry hombres at home? You bet!! A friend to join us for dinner? Possibly. So off we went to Saketumi located at 18814 Highway One, Rehoboth Beach. Tel. 302-645-2818.
Kim was there, as usual. Friendly and glad to see us. Tanaka? He was there too and he is amazing. To see him work behind the sushi bar is like watching an artist at work.
We had our usuals. I decided to have the seared white tuna tataki with yuzu citrus vinaigrette, accompanied with fresh wasabi. Delicious and light.
Then, a lettuce wrap followed. I am hooked on these. Ground seasoned chicken so easy to eat and refreshing on a summer day.
I think the show is over….I am tired. Talk to you later.
September 14th, 2010
“I regard the theatre as the greatest of all art forms, the most immediate way in which a human being can share with another the sense of what it is to be a human being.” Oscar Wilde
When theatre is well done, the audience is transported to a different time and place.
I think that’s what happened to me last night when I went to the Globe Theater in Berlin, Maryland to see the production of a new play called Belly Full of Stones by Kimberly Barrante, featuring Kathleen Crosby and our own Kyler Taustin from Ocean City, Maryland. The Director was Kimberly herself.
You know I have mentioned in the past how the town of Berlin brings so many memories. For many years while my children attended school in Berlin I would stop by The Globe. It was a little different then but this historic theatre has meant a lot to all of us that had to travel to this town every day. Coffee, lunch or just lounging in one of the comfortable sofas. That we did a lot.
The Globe is located at 12 Broad St., Berlin, Maryland. It nurtures the town of Berlin with food, arts and spirits. It is open year round from Tuesdays through Sunday for lunch and dinner. Tel. 410-641-0784. Website is www.globetheater.com.
It was built in 1910 to be a garage for “horseless carriages”; its uses changed over the years. But, it has always remained a cultural center for the area. At present The Globe’s stage brings to Berlin local, regional and national live music.
The Globe offers a wide range of foods from appetizers, soups and salads, sandwiches, to Sunday Brunch and dinner.
There are many selections for people with food allergies and sensitivities, so they will be able to do their best to accommodate you.
Tonight’s performance of Belly Full of Stones was sold out. There was even a waiting list. The play was brought to us by the Brown Box Theatre Project.
Brown Box encourages multi-talented artists to use all of their skills. Their motto is “no idea is too big, no theater too small”. Kyler Taustin and Kimberly Barrante created Brown Box Theatre Project after moving to New York. They wanted to continue to have the freedom to choose their role from project to project.
Dining Divas waiting to see the Play
Please check www.brownboxtheatre.org for upcoming shows, information on how to submit projects for production or just to really check what this young company is all about.
Being that Brown Box Theatre Project is a young non-profit company, well, money is needed in order to bring theatre productions to fruition.
Donations are very much appreciated. Checks can be made out to KT Brown Box Theatre Project, but if you prefer to donate with a credit card, or for a tax deductable donation, please visit www.brownboxtheatre.org and click on donations to access their Fractured Atlas Account. Fractured Atlas is a non-profit arts service organization.
All donations will be greatly appreciated and will be used in the production of new and innovative theatre in the New York area.
Belly Full of Stones is the story of M and W, a husband and wife. She, W, in love with a fictional man in her book. M, with his own problems, as well. The search for the ideal relationship; it’s complicated to say the least. We all want to be the most important thing in someone else’s life.
The play was 40 minutes long. Simple set. The dialog was clear and many times funny.
Kathleen Crosby was the perfect W. The look, the dress, the hair and her sensitivity; all perfect. Someone might have even described her cold; I didn’t think so.
It was great to see Kyler Taustin in this role. I had never seen him act but had heard a lot about his passion for the theatre. And, as the saying goes “if you follow your passion you will never work a day in your life.” He was very good, definitely into character.
It was also very nice to have the discussion after the play. In it we got to meet all of them and question Kimberly about how someone that young could grasp the essence of relationships.
The audience was very engaged and that was a sign of success. Great questions and interaction between all of us there.
Needless to say, it was a very nice evening.
I wish them the best for their new projects….talk to you later….
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