STAFF WRITER MARK NARDONE DISHES ON THIS WEEK’S
BEST WINE EVENTS AND MORE
December 2011
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12/13/11The Dining Insider: A blog about Ernest & Scott Taproom, holiday gifts, The Chicken House's Peruvian food and Just Hooked in Fenwick IslandEarnest and New Here’s one to get stoked about: Ernest & Scott Taproom, which owner Scott Morrison of neighboring Chelsea Tavern says is scheduled to open Dec. 19. E&S will be among the first restaurants in the country to adopt The Brewers Association’s guidelines for the craft brews that make it onto the beer list. And make no mistake—Ernest & Scott is all about the beer. “The depth and breadth of offerings and phenomenal growth of American craft beer propelled me to consider doing a restaurant that puts these beers at the forefront, without any mass market beers diluting the integrity of the beer list,” Morrison says. That means you’ll find popular craft brews like Sierra Nevada Pale Ale and Samuel Adams Lager, plus exotics like... |
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12/06/11The Dining Insider: A blog about a new tavern at 16 Mile Brewery, holiday treats at Cake Bar, and cheeses and more at Janssen'sTavern Talk Here’s big news from 16 Mile Brewery in Georgetown: It’s planning to add a tavern in January. Team 16’s Claus Hagelman describes it as “a tribute to the public house tavern of 150 years ago and back. They were a place were people came to communicate, learn, and enjoy a few pints.” An updated look and feel makes way for a pub, a stage, a prep area where chefs can cook for visitors and more. Look for more as the time draws near. Till then, check out 16milebrewery.com. If you’re looking for any of 16 Mile’s ales—Amber Sun, Old Court, Blues’ Golden, Inlet Indian Pale or one of the seasonal brews—check in with Standard Distributors. Then watch for new brewing partnerships, as well as new philanthropic partners. If... |
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11/29/11The Dining Insider: A blog about Beaujolais Nouveau tasting at Irish Eyes, holiday food sampling at Janssen's Market, fun new cocktail kits from Chaddsford Winery, and gingerbread houses at the Hilton'Tis the Season It’s the most wonderful time of the year—Beaujolais Nouveau time. Sample some of this year’s finest during the 23rd annual tasting on Nov. 29 at Irish Eyes in Lewes. There’s food, there’s music and, of course, there’s wine, all to benefit the Red Cross. The event runs 5 p.m. till 7:30. Tickets are $25. You’ll leave feeling happy—and with a commemorative wine glass. What better thing could you do after work on a Tuesday? 226-3333 Super Market Secrets If you need help with your holiday party planning, visit Janssen’s Market in Greenville this weekend and next for a tasting of some of its finest wares. On Dec. 3, taste food from area producers such as Cakewalk Cakes in Wilmington, Shore Boys Soup... |
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11/22/11The Dining Insider: A blog about a tasting of Delaware Native Ale at Dogfish Head, the new makeover at Corner Bistro, a great special at BBC Tavern, crab cakes gifts at Fenwick Crab House and brunch at WinterthurLocal Flavor You read about it in Delaware Today. Now taste it: Dogfish Head Craft Brewery will do a special tapping of Delaware Native Ale at the Dogfish Head Brewings & Eats brewpub in Rehoboth Beach for Delaware Today readers on Tuesday, Nov. 22 at noon. This is good stuff, people: a lightish ale the color of hay with hints of local peaches and pears, locally grown hops—a rarity—and a yeast harvested in the wild at Fifer Orchards in Wyoming. Taste hometown pride. We’re sure you’ll like it. Quantities are limited, so get there as soon as you can. Pub offerings are posted daily at dogfish.com/restaurant/index.htm. Wow Let’s just say we are really, really diggin’ the newly made over Corner Bistro. Soft gray walls and... |
