June 9th, 2013
In Southern Delaware all the coastal towns are pretty close to each other. Lewes is the First Town in The First State. The Historic District of Lewes consists of quaint shops, historic sites, and restaurants that are making names for themselves as dining destinations.
A few years back a restaurant by the name of Agave opened. Well, their success is attributed to consistently good food, great atmosphere, and affordable prices. It is located at 137 2nd St., which is their Main Street. Tel. 302-645-1232.
On any given night the atmosphere is casual with a vibrant Latin beat. The ever present Margaritas and the wide variety of tequilas will make you feel like you did not wait for your table at all. But, let me tell you, plan your visit because this restaurant is one of the most popular restaurants at the Delaware Beaches. You may leave your name and walk around Lewes, or just go upstairs and mingle with the rest of them.
Since I am always complaining about the wait, I discovered a new strategy….Lunch!!
A friend, Cathi, had not been to Agave so on our way there for lunch I was telling her all about it. We got there about 11:45 a.m. Our plan? To be the first to get in. Haha….there were already 4 people waiting. I told Cathi we were staying put. And, so we did.
It was great going in and seeing the restaurant empty, but that did not last long. Agave looked great and their expanded dining area has made it even better.
Their bar was well stocked and ready to receive customers.
The shells were being fried.
Cathi and I decided to order the Pine Nut & Goat Cheese Guacamole for an appetizer. Agave serves generous portions so this appetizer is perfect for sharing. Their guacamole is truly delicious with the avocado flavor being the main event.
New at Agave is the Gluten Free Menu. The chips served with the guacamole are made out of corn but they are fried with other foods, so, if you have a gluten allergy you should not eat them. If you like their guacamole, bring the chips from home.
Agave offers very nice salads and Cathi decided on the Mango & Avocado Salad… Topped with bacon and with the ever present queso fresco. Plenty of mango and lots of avocado!!
I have had in the past Agave’s tamal. I was totally impressed before so I decided to order it again. Consistently good, that’s the key. A tamal is made with a corn dough, filled with a savory filling, wrapped in corn husks or banana leaves. Then, Agave, tops it with Mole sauce. A side order of rice and black beans and corn bread accompanied the tamal.
This tamal reminded me of the Puertorican “pasteles” which are mostly served during the holidays. In Puerto Rico they are made with plantains and green bananas. You can also make them out of yuca (casava). A filling of pork, ham, raising, olives and the list goes on. Very labor intensive. Following is the photo so you can see how similar they look.
We had great service and no dessert was ordered since we were satisfied. Now, we could walk Historic Lewes!!
Talk to you later…have a good one!
Note: Gluten Free….Agave’s kitchen is small and they have mentioned on their gluten free menu that items may have been cross-contaminated. My husband has celiac disease and so far he has never had any problems. Talk to your server, ask questions and read the menu.
June 8th, 2013
The new eatery located at 111 Neil’s Alley in Historic Lewes, Delaware is Nectar. It is a Cafe & Juice Bar. Its friendly and charming owner is Sarah McKeown. And, Jody, Sue, and I found her very busy on a rainy day at the Delaware Beaches.
Nectar opens at 7 a.m. until 8 p.m. every day of the week. Tel. 302-645-5842. Email nectar302@gmail.com.
My first impression of Nectar was that I had a feeling of warmth. The restaurant embraces you as you step in. Like a hug…you know what I mean. The lighting is perfect; not too bright and not dim either. It flows very well.
The juice bar has plenty of seating at the bar and by the window. You can choose one of their specialty juices or be adventurous and develop your own signature juice.
There is an open living room, where you can relax, sip your drinks, or wait for your party to join you.
Plenty of tables have been arranged in the main dining room. Every chair is different. The plates on the wall are all beautiful. A lot of thought has gone into the decorating of Nectar. It shows as the restaurant has his own unique aura.
I wanted to try one of their juices. Afterall, it is also a juice bar. I chose the Lean Green Machine. It had green apple, cucumber, basil, spinach, lime, and jalapeno. Boost your metabolism with this fat-fighting tonic…..and those jalapenos were definitely doing a dance with my taste buds. Very good!
Nectar accommodates everyone. Breakfast is served all day, soups, salads, deli salads, sandwiches and dessert. We had made our choices.
We ordered 2 soups; a Carrot & Ginger Soup (left photo), and a Tomato Soup (right). Jody loved hers and my Tomato Soup was excellent. Well seasoned; tasty and just so you know, this soup is also served at Nectar with a grilled cheese sandwich…you can dunk.
 
Sue ordered the blueberry pancakes. They were fluffy topped with homemade blueberry maple syrup. The pancakes were crusty on the outside and soft inside. Also available gluten-free!! Oh, I almost forgot to tell you that the servings are very generous.
Jody went with the Quinoa Salad. That powerful grain is very versatile and was mixed with cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion and feta cheese on a bed of mixed greens and balsamic vinaigrette dressing.
My Salmon Citrus Salad was awesome! Pan seared salmon fillet served over butter lettuce, capers, fennel, grapefruit and orange slices with a citrus vinaigrette.
We were perfectly content, so no dessert was ordered. They do have lemon and mixed berry tart, strawberry shortcake, carrot cake, vegan chocolate avocado torde and the daily flavor ice cream.
Note: Nectar also serves Mimosas, Bloody Mary’s made with Gluten Free Tito’s Vodka, Beer & Wine!!
We wish Nectar the best for Summer of 2013!!
June 1st, 2013
 Home Accessories from Two Friends, Ltd. So, out and about I found myself with a friend, Cathy, that I had not seen for years. Lunch in Lewes and a stroll through this historic town that it is the First Town in the First State. The historic shopping district in Lewes looks beautiful; quaint streets, flowers, and friendly shopkeepers.
AQUAMARINE – This women’s apparel and accessories shop is fully stocked for the season. The colors scream summer.
 
 
The next two stores are located next to each other in Historic Lewes; Beach Jetty and Two Friends, Ltd.
BEACH JETTY -Not one, but 2 locations in Historic Lewes, Beach Jetty is for women only. Women’s clothing and accessories, including gifts for the home and for friends.
 
TWO FRIENDS, LTD – Great store with very unique items for the home; door knockers, art, pillows, gifts, bags…and jewelry, carrying the exclusive Lewes Necklace by Lily Designs.
 Lewes Necklace 
EDIE BEES – It really is the cutest candy shop. It opened just a few months ago and already is making a statement as the place to go for beautiful chocolates and yummy candies.
Have fun! Talk to you later!
May 29th, 2013
Over 75 farm family operated markets are scattered through the Delaware landscape. They feature the best in local, fresh and tasty produce. Before Southern Delaware was known for its chicken and poultry farms, there was the strawberry. And young and old love to pick strawberries.
In 2010 the strawberry became the official State fruit. Delaware strawberries are bred for taste, not to be big. They also don’t have a long shelf life.
Magee Farms is located at 33761 West Coats Rd. in Lewes. Tel. 302-644-1023. If you are in the Bethany/Fenwick area, you can find them on Rt. 54 in Williamsville at 34857 Lighthouse Rd., Tel. 302-436-5589. They open at 8 a.m. until 6 p.m. If you are picking late in the day then, please be there by 5:30 p.m.
The first thing you will notice as you entered the market, is the floor; sand only! The market carries what’s in season and at this time strawberries and asparagus are the main event.
 
The market offers plenty of strawberry jams, preserves, cider, and dressings. Hanging baskets and potted plants, as well.
They fields are fantastic….well cultivated and easy access for picking, as well. They go on forever.
 
Prices are on the boards….they’ll send you right out. No waiting.
Note: They told me that they should still be picking for another 2 weeks. It could be a bit shorter if the weather continues to be too hot. So, stop by and check them out, because other produce is coming in season soon.
And, to find a local grower, please visit http://www.dda.delaware.gov
Have a good one!
May 26th, 2013
If you happen to be traveling on Kings Highway, whether you were arriving in Lewes on the Cape May -Lewes Ferry or just driving into Lewes as a destination, you probably saw the flags from the highway, on the grounds of Cape Henlopen High School. These are the Flags for Heroes, sponsored by the Lewes-Rehoboth Rotary Club to honor the heroes of the past, the present and future. Proceeds from each flag will be used to support local youth programs through scholarships and first responders.
The Lewes-Rehoboth Rotary Club was chartered in 1929.
Originalloy, Memorial Day was called Decoration Day. Memorial Day was officially proclaimed on May 5, 1868; first observed on May 30, 1868. The first state to officially recognize the holiday was New York in 1873.
 Veteran's Memorial Wall in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware I think between the barbecues, the shopping sales, and the official opening of many summer resorts, we have forgotten the true meaning of Memorial Day. I don’t remember seeing a Memorial Day Parade in a long time, if ever. The National Moment of Remembrance resolution was passed on December of 2000 asking that at 3 p.m. local time, all Americans “To voluntarily and informally observe in their own way a Moment of remembrance and respect, pausing from whatever they are doing for a moment of silence or listening to Taps”.
 Veteran's Memorial Wall & Garden in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware When you arrive in Rehoboth Beach, you will find the Roundabout on Rehoboth Avenue. This is the gateway to the city. Looking east towards the ocean is a replica of the Cape Henlopen Lighthouse.
Continue east towards the end of Rehoboth Avenue and right by the Bandstand you will find the Veteran’s Memorial Wall & Garden. The flowers planted change with the season.
And, on Memorial Day those flags will be at half mast, honoring and paying respect to those who have given so much for this country. If you are in Rehoboth Beach, just stop by and have a moment of reflection.
Have a nice day!
Note: Some info. for my post was taken from http://www.usmemorialday.org.
May 23rd, 2013
Coastal Highway or Rt. 1 is our major “highway” traveling through the Delaware Beaches into Ocean City, Maryland. You could tell the “gates” were opening already. Plenty of cars dragging summer gear. It is, afterall, the official opening of Summer!! Even though all the towns located at the Delaware Beaches enjoy visitors year-round, it is at this time of the year when we look forward to doing everything our coastal towns have to offer.
So, if you are visiting the First Town in the First State…..this historic town has plenty to offer this holiday week-end.
Friday, 5/24 and Saturday, 5/25 – Kalmar Nyckel Day Sail from 5 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. The Kalmar Nyckel is Delaware’s Tall Ship. If you want to know more, please visit http://www.kalmarnyckel.org. The tall ship will be at the Lewes Ferry Terminal. It costs $60 for adults and $40 for children 17 and younger. For reservations, please call 302-429-7447.
Friday, 5/24 – Lightship Overfalls Opening Party and Auction from 6 p.m. until 10 p.m. This is a 75th Birthday Party for Big Red – Annual Party and Auctions. This historic lightship is celebrating, so dress up, don your party hat, get a birthday card and join the fun. Location? The Virden Center on the University of Delaware Marine Campus. Tickets are $40 per person in advance and $45 at the door, if available. The evening will include party games, raffles, silent and live auctions and great food and drinks.
The tickets can be purchased at the Lewes Chamber of Commerce, Kids Ketch, Puzzles/Gourmet and both branches of Community Bank Delaware, or online at http://www.overfalls.org.
Saturday, 5/25 – Historic Lewes Farmers’ Market at the Lewes Historical Society Campus located at 110 Shipcarpenter St. 8 a.m. until Noon. More info? Please visit http://www.historiclewesfarmersmarket.org.
Saturday, 5/25 through Monday, 5/27 – Maritime Weekend at Zwaanendael Museum, located at 102 Kings Highway. All Day! This museum was modeled after the town hall in Hoorn, The Netherlands. It commemorates Delaware’s first European colony established by the Dutch in 1631.
Saturday, 5/25 – Kayaking – Delaware Breakwater Kayak Eco-Tours from 10 a.m. until Noon. Enjoy a tour in sit-on-top kayaks. Trips are designed for beginners, but can be strenous. Equipment is provided. Closed-toe shoes recommended. Ages 8 and up, solo paddlers must be at least 13. Limit 10. $25 for solo-kayaks, or $35 for tandem. Please call 302-645-6852 for more information.
Saturday, 5/25 – Pirate Sail on the Kalmar Nyckel, Delaware’s Tall Ship from 10 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Walk the plank of this authentic seagoing re-creation of a 17th Century Dutch pinnace. Join their captain and crew of salty pirates for a festive experience on the high seas! $60 adults, $40 for ages 17 and under. For reservations and further info., please call 302-429-7447.
Saturday, 5/25 – Seining the Bay from 11 a.m. until Noon. Meet at the Seaside Nature Center, inside the Cape Henlopen State Park. Search the shallows of Delaware Bay with a seine net looking crabs, fish and other bay creatures. Dress appropriately, meaning dress to get wet. It is for ages 5 years of age and older. No reservations. Tickets will be available on Saturday with a maximum of 6 per person, limit 30. $5/person. For more info., please call 302-645-6852.
Need a taxi? Please call Beach Ride Taxi, 24/7 dispatch service. Serving Lewes, Rehoboth Beach, Dewey Beach, Bethany Beach….and all airports. 302-645-6800, or 302-226-8294.
Note: Please be aware that there are fees to enter the Delaware State Parks….more info? Please visit htt://www.destateparks.com/fees/daily/index.asp.
Have a great Holiday Week-end!! Talk to you later.
May 2nd, 2013
Festivities in Historic Lewes this week-end are not to be missed! So, What’s Going On?
Friday, 5/3 – Sunday, 5/5 – Merchants’ Spring Sidewalk Sale will be taking place in the Historic Lewes Commercial District around Second Street. Their 3-day sale begins Friday and ends on Sunday from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m.
Friday, 5/3 – A Todo El Mundo Le Gusta La Fiesta (Everyone Loves a Party) – Lewes’ First Fiesta on Friday night is sponsored by the Lewes Chamber of Commerce’s Historic Lewes Business Committee. Please note that Market Street, between Front Street and Second Street will be closed to vehicular traffic from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. and the event will take place from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m.
The “Fun Friday” events began two years ago to encourage people to come to Lewes on Friday and extend their week-end in the fall and spring. Previous events include the “Lewes Celebrates the Royal Wedding”, an Italian Festival and an Oktoberfest.
The Fun Friday Fiesta will incorporate aspects of May Day and Cinco de Mayo celebrations during the hours of the event. Mariachi music will set the stage for a fun-filled 2 hours that the whole family will enjoy. Kids Cottage will be hosting a craft project where children will be able to make their own miniature May Poles. Fiesta-themed children’s games, including pinatas, a cactus rig toss and a bean bag toss will be set up in Mary Vessels Park, located on Market Street. Commemorative glasses, sponsored by United Distributors, a distributor of El Jimador Blanco tequila, will be on sale for $5 at the Chamber’s visitor center in the Fisher-Martin House in Zwaanendael Park, next to the museum and at the festival site beginning at 4 p.m. on May 3rd. On that day, the glasses can be taken into participating restaurants and presented to receive a discount on margarita drinks that day.
Fiesta themed cuisine will be featured in many of the restaurants located in the historic business district. The Buttery Restaurant, Jerry’s Seafood Restaurant, and a Touch of Italy will be selling fiesta cuisine on Market Street from 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. on May 3rd.
A complete list of Fun Friday Fiesta activities hosted by the participating businesses in the historic business district surrounding Second Street will be available the day of the event.
Saturday, 5/4 – The 18th Annual Lewes British Motorcar Show, “The British are coming…Again”, will welcome a wide array of classic British vehicles to Lewes on Saturday. (No rain date.) The Lewes Chamber of Commerce sponsors the show with asssitance from the British Car Club of Delaware. It will be held from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. at the Lewes Historical Society Complex, at Third and Shipcarpenter Streets in Lewes.
Eighteen years ago, Car Show Chairman, Mike Tyler, and the British Car Club of Delaware originated the concept of staging a British Motorcar Show in the spring to attract visitors to Lewes before the summer season got into full swing. Each year the show features a different marque. The 2013 Featured Marque is the Lotus Seven. The Lotus Group of Companies was formed in 1959 and focuses on road cars and customer competition car production.
Accoarding to Betsy Reamer, Executive Director of the Lewes Chamber of Commerce, “The popularity of this show has continued to grow over the years and the change of venue to the Lewes Historical Society several years ago significantly increased attendance to the show. Car Show attendees not only are able to view the cars but their entrance fee allow them to tour the Society’s historic buildings, one of Lewes’ premier attractions.”
Mike DiPaolo, Executive Director of the Lewes Historical Society, has been working with the other members of the Car show committee for the past 10 years. “Our historic buildings will be open free of charge as part of the show because folks coming to the show as well as car collectors have interest in things historic.” he said.
One of the most popular features of the show is the Society’s concession stand, “Hiram’s Pub”, serving traditional British pub entrees, English soft drinks, British tea and British ales. This year, The Rose & Crown Restaurant will be operating Hiram’s Pub during the hours of the show.
 Lewes Chamber of Commerce The Car Show will conclude at 3 p.m. with the Winner’s Circle Parade down Second Street. Admission is $3 for adults and children under 12 are free. For more info. and to register a car in advance, call the Lewes Chamber of Commerce at 302-645-8073. The fee to register the car in advance is $15 and $25 on May 4th. Car entrants can download the entry form by visiting the Chamber’s website at http://www.leweschamber.com, click on Calendar of Events and scroll down to British Motorcar Show entry form.
Looks like Lewes is the place to be this week-end at the Delaware Beaches.
April 18th, 2013
The coastal town of Lewes, Delaware is located by Cape Henlopen, where the Atlantic Ocean meets the Delaware Bay. It was first settled by the Dutch in 1631.
It is the First Town in the First State. And, if you even thought for a moment that Lewes rolls its sidewalk at dusk….then you have to visit this historic charming and much loved and respected town.
If you are walking through Lewes, stop by the Visitor Center, lcoated at 120 Kings Highway. This is also a historic house called the Fisher-Martin House and it is next to the Zwaanendael Museum. They have plenty of information available if you are new in the area. Please visit http://www.leweschamber.com.
Friday, 4/19 – Cape Henlopen State Park – 7 p.m. until 8 p.m. Explore the woods at sunset with their ears, not their eyes, in search of animals that emerge after dark. Ages 7 and up with an adult. $2 per person. Meet at the Seaside Nature Center inside the Park, 15099 Cape Henlopen Drive. More info? Please call 302-645-6852.
Friday, 4/19 – Lewes Historical Society April Speaker Series with Chuck Fithian, Curator of Archeology, for a discussion on Lewes and the War of 1812, at 7:30 p.m. until 9:00 p.m….Location? The Lewes Presbyterian Church Hall at 133 Kings Highway. Free admission, no reservations required. More info? Please visit http://www.historiclewes.org.
Friday, 4/19 – “Delaware’s Destiny Determined by Lewes” – Presentation by Supreme Court Justice, Randy Holland. The program begins at 7:30 p.m. at the Lewes Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall at 133 Kings Highway. “Delaware’s Destiny Determined by Lewes” is being introduced in Delaware at this Historical Society program and according to Michael DiPaolo, Executive Director of The Lewes Historical Society, a “copy of the book will be presented to each guest at no cost, in recognition of the launching of this first-time historic account, compliments of the author and the Delaware Heritage Commission” Following the presentation, Justice Holland will sign copies of the book. Light refreshments will be served after the talk.
Saturday, 4/20 – 2013 Walk for Autism at Cape Henlopen State Park, Lewes. This is the largest community fundraiser, drawing over 2,000 people over 2 days of events in support of people and families affected by autism and raising the money to show it. On Saturday, 4/27 there will be a second walk at Bellevue State Park, in Wilmington, Delaware. Registration for both walks starts at 9 a.m. Walk will begin at 11 a.m. More info? Please visit http://www.delautism.org.
Saturday, 4/20 – Dutch American Friendship Day – 10 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. at the Zwaanendael Museum. More info? Please call 302-645-1148 or visit http://www.history.Delaware.gov.
Saturday, 4/20 – Got Feathers? Examine bird specimens and journey outside to identify some of Cape’s wild species. Ages 7 and up. Pre-registration is required by calling 302-645-6852. $2/person. 11 a.m. until Noon. Location? Seaside Nature Center located inside the Cape Henlopen State Park at 15099 Cape Henlopen Drive.
Saturday, 4/20 – The Rehoboth Beach based non-profit improvisational theater group and school, Delaware Comedy Theatre, is happy to present “DCT Unsprung…Spring Fever Edition!” Saturday, 4/20 at Fish On! located at 173 N. Village Main, Village of Five Points in Lewes. Seating begins at 6:30 p.m. The show runs from &:30 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. The cost is $10 per person at the door. A full menu of fantastic food and drinks will be available, separately, and a 20% gratuity will be automatically added to the bill. RSVP to Fish On after 4 p.m. at 302-645-9790. The show is adult-themed and not appropriate for children.
Saturday, 4/20 – Coastal Concerts presents REBEL Baroque Ensemble at Bethel United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall at 4th & Market Streets in Lewes. For more information, please visit http://www.coastalconcerts.org. Or, call 888-212-6458.
Sunday, 4/21 and 4/28 – Take Me Out to the Ball Game” – The Lewes Vintage Base Ball Club, participating in the Mid Atlantic Vintage Base Ball League and a member of the Vintage Base Ball Association will be playing both Sundays at the University of Delaware Lewes campus near the Virden Conference Center grounds at 700 Pilottown Rd. in Lewes. “The earliest known reference to date of baseball in Lewes is from February of 1874 when a match pitting Lewes against Milton was advertised for March 1, 1874.” The Lewes Vintage Base Ball Club plays by 1864 rules which have several differences from contemporary baseball, the most notable being the ability to catch the ball on one bounce for an out and no gloves permitted for outfielders. Additionally, pitchers throw underhand; batters are called strikers; strikes are called when a striker does not attempt to swing the bat after a warning from the umpire; and foul balls can be caught on the bounce for an out. Games are 1:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. Sunday, 4/21 is Lewes vs. The Elkton Eclipse and on Sunday 4/28 is Lewes vs. the Diamond States. This information was obtained from the Lewes Chamber of Commerce’s website.
Have a good week-end!!
 
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