(No, I'm not connected to Chelsea Tavern in any way. I just think it's a nice deal).
Say your birthday is in February - you can go into Chelsea Tavern with a friend on any Sunday in February and get a free entree, free appetizer, or free pizza, just as long as your friend also orders something. It's basically a buy-one-get-one-free deal. Plenty of other restaurants have run birthday promotions, like Caffe Gelato, but usually they require you to go to the restaurant on your actual birthday to take advantage of the deal. And sometimes the place where you'd be happy to go any any ordinary Sunday or Tuesday night is not necessarily the one place you want to be on your birthday, and I like that this deal gives you some options, in that regard.
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Sunday, January 8, 2012
Chelsea Tavern is running a free birthday item special.
From their social networking page:
One commenter asked: "What if the friend I bring also has a January birthday?" Apparently, in that case, you both can get a free item, but you need to bring two additional friends in who don't have January birthdays. I do think the restaurant could have answered this perfectly legitimate question without throwing in the phrase "Nice try!" at the end, though. Treating potential customers like scammers is not going to win you any business. Still, it's an interesting deal.
"Chelsea Tavern's Birthday promo is BACK! Sunday FUNday just got better! If you have a January B-day stop in on any Sunday in January with a friend and your Brunch/Dinner is on us! That's right show your ID and your entree, app, sandwich or pizza is on us! Oh ..... and we have OVER 100 beers to choose from as well! Happy Birthday!"This is not the only birthday promotion in the area, but what I like about this one is that it doesn't require you to use the offer on your actual birthday. I've gotten such offers before, and thought "I'd love to use this free meal voucher, but I wasn't planning on being in that particular restaurant on my birthday". With this one, you can pick any Sunday in your birthday month.
One commenter asked: "What if the friend I bring also has a January birthday?" Apparently, in that case, you both can get a free item, but you need to bring two additional friends in who don't have January birthdays. I do think the restaurant could have answered this perfectly legitimate question without throwing in the phrase "Nice try!" at the end, though. Treating potential customers like scammers is not going to win you any business. Still, it's an interesting deal.
Monday, December 12, 2011
Acclaimed Philly restauranteur is coming to Greenville in a week for a cookbook signing
What: Marc Vetri cookbook signing
Where: new Greenvile culinary supply store Pro Kitchen Gear, 4021E Kennett Pike, Greenville Crossing.
When: Monday, December 19, 4-7pm
To pre-order the book (because quantities will be limited): visit http://www.prokitchengear.com/ or call 478-1020
The owner of the store plans to offer samples of dishes made from the book's recipes.
I got this from the Second Helpings blog written by Patricia Talorico, who gushes that the some of the most memorable meals of her life (and there have been many) have been at Marc Vetri restaurants including Vetri, Osteria, and Amis. And you know what? I couldn't agree more (although I've only been to the latter two, courtesy of an affluent in-law). If you happen to be affluent and know some poor in-law relation who could never afford to dine in such places on her own, take it from me: dinner at a Vetri restaurant makes a very nice present. And if you're the poor in-law in question, I think a signed cookbook will make a great present for the gourmand in your life.
Friday, December 9, 2011
More restaurant news: Local restauranteurs opening new taverns.
After the news earlier this week of Buckley's losing its lease in mid-January, I was happy to see that the owner of Chelsea Tavern is planning to open a tap room on the site of the very-recently-closed Public House, on Market St.
It's outstanding that the site will be operated by a local, and one with proven success. I just hope he's not biting off more than he can chew, as restauranteurs can do. But it seems to be a good business model to operate restaurants in close proximity to one another, if you must own more than one. Look at the town of Lewes - Striper Bites, Kindle, and Half Full are all thriving restaurants, owned by the same partners, and are located within 2 blocks of eachother. I think these guys have a shot at making this work.
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In other culinary news, a new gastropub will be opening soon in North Wilmington, also by a locally successful restauranteur: the owner of Hockessin's Six Paupers. It's called Ulysses (apparently after the classic James Joyce novel - there's a Joyce photo on their social media page), and it will be operating at 1716 Marsh Rd, on the south side of the Graylyn shopping center. Don't judge them, ye city dwellers, for being in a shopping center - this is Delaware, and some of our worthiest eateries, like Shellhammer's, Sapori D Italia, and Two Stones, are located in strip malls. This is not ideal, but it's just a reality of opening a new restaurant in the suburbs. It's really difficult to do it any other way unless you can get your hands on a historic and properly-zoned site like the Columbus Inn, which are few and far between.
Ulysses' official website doesn't seem to be operational as of this posting, but their social media page is reporting that they plan to open in the next week or so. Expect a combination of inventive, locally-sourced food and craft beers.
We might be able to expect live music, as well: Kalai King, known to locals as a long-time singer-songwriter and Arden native, has just accepted a position on the management team.
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Short note: Bellefonte Cafe has recently completed renovations, adding lots of color and vintage-inspired furniture to give the Claymont hang a distinctly Rehoboth look. See the pictures on their social media page here.
It's outstanding that the site will be operated by a local, and one with proven success. I just hope he's not biting off more than he can chew, as restauranteurs can do. But it seems to be a good business model to operate restaurants in close proximity to one another, if you must own more than one. Look at the town of Lewes - Striper Bites, Kindle, and Half Full are all thriving restaurants, owned by the same partners, and are located within 2 blocks of eachother. I think these guys have a shot at making this work.
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In other culinary news, a new gastropub will be opening soon in North Wilmington, also by a locally successful restauranteur: the owner of Hockessin's Six Paupers. It's called Ulysses (apparently after the classic James Joyce novel - there's a Joyce photo on their social media page), and it will be operating at 1716 Marsh Rd, on the south side of the Graylyn shopping center. Don't judge them, ye city dwellers, for being in a shopping center - this is Delaware, and some of our worthiest eateries, like Shellhammer's, Sapori D Italia, and Two Stones, are located in strip malls. This is not ideal, but it's just a reality of opening a new restaurant in the suburbs. It's really difficult to do it any other way unless you can get your hands on a historic and properly-zoned site like the Columbus Inn, which are few and far between.
Ulysses' official website doesn't seem to be operational as of this posting, but their social media page is reporting that they plan to open in the next week or so. Expect a combination of inventive, locally-sourced food and craft beers.
We might be able to expect live music, as well: Kalai King, known to locals as a long-time singer-songwriter and Arden native, has just accepted a position on the management team.
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Short note: Bellefonte Cafe has recently completed renovations, adding lots of color and vintage-inspired furniture to give the Claymont hang a distinctly Rehoboth look. See the pictures on their social media page here.
Wednesday, December 7, 2011
Breaking: Buckley's Tavern loses lease; will stop operating in January.
From their Facebook page:
Don't get me wrong, everyone is entitled to their opinion. But this blogger, for one, is sad. A lot of the fun of Buckley's was the unusual atmosphere - the old farmhouse structure, the vine-covered brick porch, the interior that was warm and very casual yet was distinctly Centreville. It was a nice place to go when you felt like tavern fare but wanted to experience a little more old money panache than a Stanley's or McGlynn's could provide. And the food was pretty good. The $25 Wednesday special of brick-oven pizza, salad and wine for two was a great deal.
Another commenter noted that word on the street is that Dan Butler (owner of Piccolina Toscana and Deep Blue) has his eye on the location. According to this release, the landlord intends to "renovate". But is it possible the landlord, after 28 years, is going to try to finagle a higher lease from a better connected restauranteur like Butler?
It is with great sadness that we announce that Buckley’s Landlord has decided to not continue our Lease. The Landlord intends to renovate the building after our departure.Fan comments were mostly supportive, except for one puzzling post by a woman who claimed she "Never liked Buckley's". Maybe it's just me. Maybe I'm missing something here. But why would you be a Facebook fan of a restaurant you "never liked"? Oh, internets.
Buckley’s Tavern will continue to operate here through
January 15, 2012
We are actively looking for a new location to continue to provide our guests with our award winning food & drink.
We will keep you informed of our progress.
We want to thank all of our patrons and the community of Centreville for the privilege of having you and your families as our guests for more than 28 years.
We especially want to thank our current staff and all those who came before for their service and dedication in creating an atmosphere where every guest felt welcome and for crafting many great memories with our guests.
We wish the best to all involved and look forward to seeing everyone during our last weeks as we celebrate Buckley’s good fortune and the great friends we have made here in Centreville through the years.
David Weir,
Chef/Managing Partner
Don't get me wrong, everyone is entitled to their opinion. But this blogger, for one, is sad. A lot of the fun of Buckley's was the unusual atmosphere - the old farmhouse structure, the vine-covered brick porch, the interior that was warm and very casual yet was distinctly Centreville. It was a nice place to go when you felt like tavern fare but wanted to experience a little more old money panache than a Stanley's or McGlynn's could provide. And the food was pretty good. The $25 Wednesday special of brick-oven pizza, salad and wine for two was a great deal.
Another commenter noted that word on the street is that Dan Butler (owner of Piccolina Toscana and Deep Blue) has his eye on the location. According to this release, the landlord intends to "renovate". But is it possible the landlord, after 28 years, is going to try to finagle a higher lease from a better connected restauranteur like Butler?
Friday, November 25, 2011
One Black Friday deal I don't mind recommending:
Today (Friday) only, Chelsea Tavern on Market St. is selling gift certificates at buy one, get one free. According to them, there are no limitations. It's like a Groupon, but without the annoying fine print! Niiice.
Thursday, November 24, 2011
Public House on Market St. closes
The Second Helpings blog broke the story: http://blogs.delawareonline.com/secondhelpings/2011/11/23/public-house-wilmington-closing-for-good-at-10-tonight/
I'll shed no tears for a gimmicky chain restaurant, but I must say I'm surprised that, according to an employee, business had become slow at Public House. It seemed like a very popular place with a savvy marketing team. The menu and decor were too conservative for my tastes, but I often heard others speak of going there. It didn't get great reviews, though. Maybe that finally caught up to them. Again, I'll not be sad to see them go, but I *am* disheartened that a restaurant can't seem to stick on that block of Market Street. That should be a prime location, with the Grand and Theatre N a block away, the Hotel DuPont across the street, and some of the highest paid workers in Wilmington in the surrounding office buildings. Why can't any restaurant stay there for more than a year or two? And yet Deep Blue and Mikimotos seemingly do fine. Chelsea Tavern is sticking around. Meanwhile, many new places have opened at the lower end of Market in the past year. Maybe they're drawing business away from the Rodney Square end of Market. I'd like to think there are enough diners for both ends, but I guess that's the nature of today's economy.
Prediction: I bet a larger chain moves into the spot. Something like a McCormick & Schmick's, Legal Seafood, or Ruth's Chris Steakhouse. I would feel ambivalent about that (I'd rather something less bland than a chain, even a nice one, but I'd rather have that there than an empty room), but the lawyers in the area would eat it up. We shall see.
Speaking of empty restaurants, I wish someone would buy or lease the former Armitage restaurant on 9th & Orange (which I think was Brandywine Brewing Co. years before that). It depresses me to pass it by and see ads for theme dinners this place had 3 years ago. But I can't say I blame restauranteurs for not wanting to take a chance a block away from Market when even restaurants right on Market don't have it made.
I'll shed no tears for a gimmicky chain restaurant, but I must say I'm surprised that, according to an employee, business had become slow at Public House. It seemed like a very popular place with a savvy marketing team. The menu and decor were too conservative for my tastes, but I often heard others speak of going there. It didn't get great reviews, though. Maybe that finally caught up to them. Again, I'll not be sad to see them go, but I *am* disheartened that a restaurant can't seem to stick on that block of Market Street. That should be a prime location, with the Grand and Theatre N a block away, the Hotel DuPont across the street, and some of the highest paid workers in Wilmington in the surrounding office buildings. Why can't any restaurant stay there for more than a year or two? And yet Deep Blue and Mikimotos seemingly do fine. Chelsea Tavern is sticking around. Meanwhile, many new places have opened at the lower end of Market in the past year. Maybe they're drawing business away from the Rodney Square end of Market. I'd like to think there are enough diners for both ends, but I guess that's the nature of today's economy.
Prediction: I bet a larger chain moves into the spot. Something like a McCormick & Schmick's, Legal Seafood, or Ruth's Chris Steakhouse. I would feel ambivalent about that (I'd rather something less bland than a chain, even a nice one, but I'd rather have that there than an empty room), but the lawyers in the area would eat it up. We shall see.
Speaking of empty restaurants, I wish someone would buy or lease the former Armitage restaurant on 9th & Orange (which I think was Brandywine Brewing Co. years before that). It depresses me to pass it by and see ads for theme dinners this place had 3 years ago. But I can't say I blame restauranteurs for not wanting to take a chance a block away from Market when even restaurants right on Market don't have it made.
Tuesday, September 27, 2011
Mushroom Walk & Lunch at Bucktoe Creek Reserve on Saturday.
UPDATE: The morning walk has been booked up, and only a few spots remain for the afternoon walk.
Monday, September 26, 2011
Delaware Dines Out, the state's largest restaurant week, starts today.
A 3 course dinner at all participating restaurants is $30, and a 3 course lunch is $15. Delaware Dines Out will run September 26 through Sunday, October 2nd.
A full list of restaurants, with menus, can be found here: http://www.delawaredinesout.com/
My top picks are: The Back Burner, Chelsea Tavern, Deep Blue, Domaine Hudson, Krazy Kat's, and Piccolina Toscana. I'm a little sad that Pomodoro (on Union Street. If you're thinking New Castle right now, you're thinking of Polidoro, which is nowhere near the same league) and Sapori D Italia aren't participating, but you can still go to those places and get really great value for $30. But then I guess you wouldn't be benefiting the...
Wait, does this thing benefit something? You would think it does, right? But where is there mention of any benefit or charity on Delaware Dines Out's website?
Interesting. I have mixed feelings about these restaurant weeks, anyway. It sounds like a good deal at first glance, but then you look at the 3 course options you get and it's like one good dish with a really cheap, small salad and a really cheap, bare-bones dessert. I think I saw "chocolate pudding" on one menu. Mind, not every restaurant takes these short cuts, which is why you really have to look at the menus (available on the website I linked above) to see if you're getting 3 real, actual courses, or 1 course and a couple of pieces of lettuce and a scoop of ice cream.
Happy dining.
A full list of restaurants, with menus, can be found here: http://www.delawaredinesout.com/
My top picks are: The Back Burner, Chelsea Tavern, Deep Blue, Domaine Hudson, Krazy Kat's, and Piccolina Toscana. I'm a little sad that Pomodoro (on Union Street. If you're thinking New Castle right now, you're thinking of Polidoro, which is nowhere near the same league) and Sapori D Italia aren't participating, but you can still go to those places and get really great value for $30. But then I guess you wouldn't be benefiting the...
Wait, does this thing benefit something? You would think it does, right? But where is there mention of any benefit or charity on Delaware Dines Out's website?
Interesting. I have mixed feelings about these restaurant weeks, anyway. It sounds like a good deal at first glance, but then you look at the 3 course options you get and it's like one good dish with a really cheap, small salad and a really cheap, bare-bones dessert. I think I saw "chocolate pudding" on one menu. Mind, not every restaurant takes these short cuts, which is why you really have to look at the menus (available on the website I linked above) to see if you're getting 3 real, actual courses, or 1 course and a couple of pieces of lettuce and a scoop of ice cream.
Happy dining.
Tuesday, August 30, 2011
Upcoming festivals
There are two major festival periods in Delaware. There are the weeks in May/June when the Greek Festival, Italian Festival, Chinese Festival, and more happen one after another. September is the other one. So get your lederhosen/mushroom recipes/polka shoes ready now.
I'll post more detailed info on the appropriate weeks, but here's a heads up if you want to plan in advance.
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I'll post more detailed info on the appropriate weeks, but here's a heads up if you want to plan in advance.
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- 104th annual Arden Fair. Saturday Sept. 3, 10am-6pm (raindate is Sunday Sept. 4, 10am-5pm). Free admission, except for the antique market.
- Bethany Beach Jazz Funeral, September 5th, 5:30pm (a silly event that I shouldn't even acknowledge, really. Everyone without kids knows summer lasts into October, or UNTIL I SAY IT ENDS. I'm being facetious here, but seriously - every year when I see notices about this event, it depresses the bejeesus out of me. Why do it soon?). http://www.bethany-beach.net/jazzfuneral.htm
- Newark Film Festival. September 8th-15th, Cinema Center 3. http://www.newarkfilm.com/
- Kennett Mushroom Festival. September 9th-11th, center of town. http://www.mushroomfestival.org/
- St. Hedwig's Polish Festival. September 12th-17th, Wilm. riverfront. http://www.polishfestival.net/
- Wilmington Film Festival. September 15th-18th, Delaware Art Museum. http://www.newarkfilm.com/?page_id=12&show=wilmfilm
- Oktoberfest. September 16th-18th, off Salem Church Rd. in Newark. http://www.delawaresaengerbund.org/v5_Oktoberfest.shtml
- Taiwan Film Festival. Sept. 4, Sept. 11, and Sept. 25th, Delaware Art Museum. Details.
Tuesday, August 23, 2011
Philly FEASTIVAL, to benefit Philly Fringe Fest, to be held on September 14th.
From Foobooz:
The now annual FEASTIVAL will again bring together top Philadelphia chefs as the culinary arts raise fund for Philadelphia Live Arts Festival and Philly Fringe.
The event, building on the success of last year’s gala will be held on Wednesday, September 14th, 2011. This year the event will be held at Pier 9, located at 121 N. Columbus Boulevard. More than seven hundred attendees are expected to attend the tasty cultural event.
FEASTIVAL will once again be co-hosted by Stephen Starr, Michael Solomonov and Audrey Claire Taichman. This year’s event will honor Former Governor Edward Rendell for his role in Philadelphia’s cultural community.
“FEASTIVAL celebrates both our artistic and culinary scenes – two great economic engines that push Philadelphia forward,” said Philadelphia Live Arts Festival and Philly Fringe Board President Richard Vague. This year’s FEASTIVAL will feature a culinary feast from the city’s top chefs, live performances by Live Arts artists, and a silent and live auction. All proceeds will benefit the Philadelphia Live Arts Festival and Philly Fringe.
For more information and tickets visit www.phillyfeastival.com
The now annual FEASTIVAL will again bring together top Philadelphia chefs as the culinary arts raise fund for Philadelphia Live Arts Festival and Philly Fringe.
The event, building on the success of last year’s gala will be held on Wednesday, September 14th, 2011. This year the event will be held at Pier 9, located at 121 N. Columbus Boulevard. More than seven hundred attendees are expected to attend the tasty cultural event.
FEASTIVAL will once again be co-hosted by Stephen Starr, Michael Solomonov and Audrey Claire Taichman. This year’s event will honor Former Governor Edward Rendell for his role in Philadelphia’s cultural community.
“FEASTIVAL celebrates both our artistic and culinary scenes – two great economic engines that push Philadelphia forward,” said Philadelphia Live Arts Festival and Philly Fringe Board President Richard Vague. This year’s FEASTIVAL will feature a culinary feast from the city’s top chefs, live performances by Live Arts artists, and a silent and live auction. All proceeds will benefit the Philadelphia Live Arts Festival and Philly Fringe.
For more information and tickets visit www.phillyfeastival.com
Sunday, August 21, 2011
Janssen's Market in Greenville now composting their vegetable trimmings.
From Janssen's:
Good move, Janssen's. Now just reduce those cheese counter prices a hair (even DiBruno Bros. are lower), and you and I are cool.
"Janssen's Market is now composting 100% of our produce trimmings..including the orange rinds from our fresh squeezed orange juice. We are on track to be composting 100% of our kitchen food waste by September 1."
Good move, Janssen's. Now just reduce those cheese counter prices a hair (even DiBruno Bros. are lower), and you and I are cool.
Saturday, August 20, 2011
The News Journal's 'Second Helpings' blog reports that Domaine Hudson has been sold to 2 veterinarians from PA.
http://blogs.delawareonline.com/secondhelpings/2011/08/16/chadds-ford-veterinarians-buy-domaine-hudson/
Well that explains why a friend-of-a-friend who worked there just lost his job.
Apparently, this husband-and-wife team of veterinarians had been big fans of the restaurant. They plan on keeping the focus on good food and wine, while renovating the interior and expanding the wine list.
I've always thought they should expand that teeny tiny bar since, you know, it's called a 'wine bar'. There was an incident a few years ago when my husband and I wandered in after a movie, thinking we'd have a glass of 'wine' at the 'bar'. We ended up ordering appetizers as well (and it was not a busy night for them). We were then chastised by the young waitress for not ordering dinner entrees. So much for getting a glass of wine at the wine bar.
Good luck to the new ownership!
Well that explains why a friend-of-a-friend who worked there just lost his job.
Apparently, this husband-and-wife team of veterinarians had been big fans of the restaurant. They plan on keeping the focus on good food and wine, while renovating the interior and expanding the wine list.
I've always thought they should expand that teeny tiny bar since, you know, it's called a 'wine bar'. There was an incident a few years ago when my husband and I wandered in after a movie, thinking we'd have a glass of 'wine' at the 'bar'. We ended up ordering appetizers as well (and it was not a busy night for them). We were then chastised by the young waitress for not ordering dinner entrees. So much for getting a glass of wine at the wine bar.
Good luck to the new ownership!
Saturday, August 6, 2011
Sunday, July 31, 2011
New iTunes app from the State of DE leads you directly to the closest fresh produce.
It's called 'Delaware Fresh', and features the locations of over 80 farm stands and markets in Delaware that feature fresh, local produce. Best yet - it's free. What I like about it is that you could go down to the beach, where you're not necessarily as aware of the different produce stands, say "Man, I'd like to get some fresh watermelon to take on the beach, and I hate to get it at Food Lion when I know there are a bunch of places around here where I can buy a watermelon that was on the vine this morning. But where's the nearest farm stand?" So you open the Delaware Fresh app, and voila. No more driving up and down Coastal Highway because you think you remember seeing a stand somewhere last summer.
Here's the app:
http://itunes.apple.com/app/delaware-fresh/id446665507
Here's the app:
http://itunes.apple.com/app/delaware-fresh/id446665507
Wednesday, July 27, 2011
Delaware Greenways unveils historic farm near old New Castle.
The Penn Farm, a 112 acre farm that is one of the oldest active farms in the country, is owned by the Trustees of the New Castle Commons. However, Delaware Greenways have taken over the management of the farm and turned it into an education resource to teach Delawareans about healthy and local eating. Why is it called The Penn Farm? Because it's the last remaining of the farms that was originally laid out as a tenant farm by William Penn himself. As such it's an important piece of Delaware history, so it only makes sense for it to be open to the public.
The Penn Farm, located on Frenchtown Rd (273), won't just be frozen in time and used for education, however. It will continue to operate as a farm, with produce available at a local market called Tract 6.
Read more at Delaware Greenway's website: http://www.delawaregreenways.org/pennfarm.html
The Penn Farm, located on Frenchtown Rd (273), won't just be frozen in time and used for education, however. It will continue to operate as a farm, with produce available at a local market called Tract 6.
Read more at Delaware Greenway's website: http://www.delawaregreenways.org/pennfarm.html
Sunday, July 10, 2011
Wilmington Beer Week is happening now through the 16th.
There are so many events happening throughout the city, including tastings, meet and greets with area brewers, and demonstrations, that you should just visit the official page, linked below. The 'events' link will take you to the full calendar:
http://www.wilmingtonbeerweek.com/
Today, there are events at Domaine Hudson, Union City Grille, and Columbus Inn. Monday there's a 16 Mile Brewery event at Piccolina Toscana. The rest of the week includes 3-5 events each evening at other noteable eateries such as: Deep Blue, Vinoteca 902, Washington Street Alehouse, Chelsea Tavern, the Queen Theatre, and Harry's Seafood Grill.
Participating breweries include: 16 Mile, Dogfish Head, Old Dominion, Fordham, Twin Lakes, Yards, Sam Adams, Victory, Evolution, Clipper City, Harpoon, Flying Fish, (we like our nautical themes here on the Mid-Atlantic seaboard...), Sam Adams, and Saranac.
Wait, NO LANCASTER? But they're local and their Milk Stout and Strawberry Wheat are so goo-oo-ood! Screw that overly-hoppy Philly noise (ever tried to get a drinkable beer at Johnny Brenda's, unless Milk Stout is on the menu? GOOD LUCK). Also, let's have some Leinenkugel's next time, dear organizers. It ain't summer if I can't get my hands on some Summer Shandy. Until then, that plinking sound you hear is me shedding a tear in my ... beer.
One last note: the can't-miss event of the week for true beer aficionados (I know, I know - revealing that I like fruity beers makes me not one) is the "American Craft Beer Tasting. More than a Dozen U.S. Craft Breweries at World Cafe Live at the Queen". This will take place Friday from 5:30-9:30.
Happy Drinking!
http://www.wilmingtonbeerweek.com/
Today, there are events at Domaine Hudson, Union City Grille, and Columbus Inn. Monday there's a 16 Mile Brewery event at Piccolina Toscana. The rest of the week includes 3-5 events each evening at other noteable eateries such as: Deep Blue, Vinoteca 902, Washington Street Alehouse, Chelsea Tavern, the Queen Theatre, and Harry's Seafood Grill.
Participating breweries include: 16 Mile, Dogfish Head, Old Dominion, Fordham, Twin Lakes, Yards, Sam Adams, Victory, Evolution, Clipper City, Harpoon, Flying Fish, (we like our nautical themes here on the Mid-Atlantic seaboard...), Sam Adams, and Saranac.
Wait, NO LANCASTER? But they're local and their Milk Stout and Strawberry Wheat are so goo-oo-ood! Screw that overly-hoppy Philly noise (ever tried to get a drinkable beer at Johnny Brenda's, unless Milk Stout is on the menu? GOOD LUCK). Also, let's have some Leinenkugel's next time, dear organizers. It ain't summer if I can't get my hands on some Summer Shandy. Until then, that plinking sound you hear is me shedding a tear in my ... beer.
One last note: the can't-miss event of the week for true beer aficionados (I know, I know - revealing that I like fruity beers makes me not one) is the "American Craft Beer Tasting. More than a Dozen U.S. Craft Breweries at World Cafe Live at the Queen". This will take place Friday from 5:30-9:30.
Happy Drinking!
Saturday, July 9, 2011
You're killin' me, Piccolina Toscana. Killin' me.
So, my man and I joined a gym for the first time a few months ago, and we've turned into regular little gym rats, and as such are way cutting back on previous habits such as 1/2 price burger nights all over the county (the favorite being Shellhammer's in New Castle - if you can get past the humble surroundings, you will find their burgers to be so much better than most pub burgers).
And then today I see this:
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You gotta be kidding me, Dan Butler. On a Saturday night, no less, a night when you almost never see decent food and drink deals (people come out to restaurants of their own volition on Saturdays - why offer incentives?). Ugh: more conflict in mah brains between food indulgences and that rock hard body I'm working towards...
And then today I see this:
You gotta be kidding me, Dan Butler. On a Saturday night, no less, a night when you almost never see decent food and drink deals (people come out to restaurants of their own volition on Saturdays - why offer incentives?). Ugh: more conflict in mah brains between food indulgences and that rock hard body I'm working towards...
Thursday, July 7, 2011
Delaware Local Food Exchange's newsletter.
Delaware Local Food Exchange is a store within a store: it's open 3 days a week, out of a health food store in Elsmere / Prices Corner (it's the first shopping center on the left if you're heading into Elsmere coming from Prices Corner). See the hours at the very bottom of this newsletter. I have not managed to check it out yet, but I really want to go today after reading this. There's just something about fresh food in the summertime:
"You don't have to cook fancy or complicated masterpieces--just good food from ...fresh ingredients"--Julia Child
More summer fruits have arrived! Two bushels of peaches, big beautiful blackberries and loads of big, juicy blueberries are in this week. We'll have the first garlic of the year along with green peppers and red cabbage. I have some baby bok choy coming along with sweet corn, green beans, cucumbers, yellow squash, zucchini, red, white and yellow onions, green cabbage, beets. We'll have blue potatoes for the first time along with yukon golds,baby reds and more of the Beauregard sweets. There will be plenty of hearty greens, salad greens, arugula, and the ever popular butterhead lettuce as well. Fresh herbs this week include basil, thai basil, thyme, mint, lemonbalm, dill, tarragon, chives, citrus, kafir lime and bay leaves. Certified organic Portobello mushrooms are back, too (we miss you Erika and David).
The Leraysville cheese will be restocked this week with all the favorites including the fabulous 5X cheddar, garlic cheddar, jalapeno cheddar, cheese curds, and for the first time udder delight....the non-smokey version of smokey delight. I also have in Oak View Organics blueberry jam made with this seasons organic blueberries and sweetened with agave nectar...yum!
Grass fed meats will be in abundance this week with ground turkey and pork chops in the fridge and keilbasa sausage, lamb loin chops, t-bone and sirloin steaks in the freezer.
Big Sky bread and granola are in and if the stars are aligned my order of Menta Stracciatella
(Mint Chocolate Chip), Cappuccino, and Thai Coconut Gelato will be in from Capogiro Gelato in Philly http://www.capogirogelato.com/main.html . The mint is local, the espresso roasted locally, and the milk in all the gelato is from grass fed Lancaster County cows...cool!
For these and all of your local organic & grass fed staples come by the Exchange this week :)
In case you missed the news about the food preservation basics class coming up here is the link http://ag.udel.edu/extension/ncc/Food%20Preservation%20Basic .s%20101%20flyer%202011.pdf
We are here Thursdays 1-6, Fridays 1-7 and Saturdays 10-5. We are cash, check and kid friendly. Don't forget your bags (including small produce bags) and bottles but if you do...we've got you covered.
peace out,
Karen
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