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ChesapeakeBayMagazine
Hats off, folks. Smith Island’s cake lady is stepping down
She would rise at 2:30 a.m. and pick 20 pounds of crabmeat and load it aboard the 7 a.m. ferry … cook breakfast and get the kids off to school and clean the house; cut and wrap several hundred soft crabs for market before picking some more and rustling a several course dinner for her husband and four children; and bake an eight-layer chocolate cake for a church supper, ice it and have the cooking pans and bowls washed and put away — in 20 minutes, I have timed her …
thesuflyer.com
Mad Hatter Café: A breakfast wonderland
They say breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but in Salisbury, finding one that truly lives up to that idea can feel surprisingly difficult. Too often, breakfast spots either play it safe or lean heavily on aesthetics while forgetting about the food. That’s why Mad Hatter Café...
Cape Gazette
Freeman Arts Pavilion season performances to kick off July 8
Freeman Arts Pavilion will celebrate the opening of a new permanent stage and back-of-house facilities at the outdoor venue near Selbyville. A program of the Joshua M. Freeman Foundation, a fundraising arts nonprofit, Freeman Arts Pavilion will present its 19th season with a mix of live music, comedy, theater and family-friendly performances. The foundation continues its mission to bring accessible arts experiences to the region while enhancing the experience for artists and audiences alike through its newly constructed performance infrastructure.
catcountry1073.com
Sam’s Pizza Palace Announces Wildwood Opening Weekend Hours
Sam's Pizza is gearing up to kick off its 70th season serving up delicious pizza pies on the Wildwood boardwalk this Friday!. Wildwood is excited for pizza. Sam’s Pizza Palace just announced its opening weekend on the Wildwood Boardwalk. Even better? It’s happening just in time for Valentine’s Day.
Delaware Online | The News Journal
USA TODAY names Restaurants of the Year. Delaware favorite made list
Lewes Oyster House in Lewes made USA TODAY's list of the best restaurants in the country . From its raw, charboiled or fried oysters to its Old Bay and malt vinegar boardwalk fries, the Lewes Oyster House, from owners Tom Little, Sean Corea and Timothy Bartley, is a love letter to Delaware beach memories. Walls are decorated with antique oyster plates at this "tavern by the sea" in a historic building in downtown Lewes. Rest elbows at the bar, get a mûre margarita and snack on crispy coconut shrimp served with chili garlic sauce. Seafood is the star here, with dishes like buttermilk-cornmeal dredged fried Chesapeake Bay catfish, but the "damn good burger" or the turkey burger should not be ignored. The restaurant's new Gallo Room is a go-to spot for craft cocktails, bold small plates, and a welcoming vibe. How we did it: Inside look at how USA TODAY chose its Restaurants of the Year for 2026 How many have you been to?: What's the best restaurant near you? Our 2026 Restaurants of the Year Details: 102 Second St., Lewes, Delaware; 302-644-7258 ; lewesoyster.com Learn more about Lewes Oyster House and USA TODAY's list of best restaurants in the
WBOC
Freeman Arts Pavilion announces first wave of 2026 summer season
SELBYVILLE, Del. - Freeman Arts Pavilion is celebrating its 19th season with a grand opening and a star-studded list of performances planned for 2026. The outdoor venue announced the first round of performances for its 19th season, marking the grand opening of its new permanent stage and back-of-house facilities. More than 20 concerts, comedy shows, theatrical productions and family-friendly events are part of the initial lineup, running from July through September, with additional shows still to come.
familydestinationsguide.com
The Seafood Omelette At This Legendary Restaurant In Maryland Is Out-Of-This-World Delicious
There’s something magical that happens when the first forkful of a perfectly executed seafood omelette meets your taste buds – that moment when the fluffy eggs, delicate seafood, and melted cheese create a symphony of flavors that makes you close your eyes and savor every second. At Layton’s...
WBOC
What's Happening Today - February 9, 2026
The Salisbury Zoo is constantly evolving and upgrading, so we'll get an update on what's new, and how they're helping celebrate Valentine's Day. We're learning about a special auction from For All Seasons that promises to deliver some exciting experiences that would be perfect for that special someone. The Seaside...
familydestinationsguide.com
The Breakfast Buffet At This Restaurant In Delaware Is So Good, It’s Worth The Road Trip
There’s something almost magical about a truly exceptional breakfast buffet that makes even the most sleep-loving among us willingly rise before dawn and drive across county lines. The Long Neck Diner in Millsboro, Delaware, offers precisely that kind of morning motivation – a breakfast spread so legendary that residents...
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This Charming Restaurant In Maryland Serves Up The Best Chipped Beef You’ll Ever Taste
There’s a special kind of magic that happens when cream meets dried beef – that perfect alchemy of savory, rich comfort that somehow makes everything right with the world. At Layton’s Family Restaurant on 16th Street in Ocean City, Maryland, they’ve mastered this culinary wizardry with a chipped beef that has locals and tourists alike setting their alarms for breakfast.
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Hops on the River returning to Downtown Salisbury in April
SALISBURY, Md. – The City of Salisbury is bringing back its popular craft beer tasting event, Hops on the River, on Saturday, April 25, in Downtown Salisbury between Unity Square and the Riverwalk Games Park. The event runs from 2 to 5 p.m. and will feature unlimited samples of...
Delmarva Now | The Daily Times
Salisbury's Ripieno's Ristorante Italiano aims to deliver 'wow factors'
Indulge in the best of both worlds — fine dining cuisine and fresh-out-of-the-oven pizza pies — at the new Ripieno's Ristorante Italiano. The full concept, authentic Italian restaurant, located behind Panera at 2835 North Salisbury Blvd. in Salisbury, Maryland, opened to the public on Jan. 28, 2026. Kirby DiSeveria, who owns the restaurant alongside his father, Michael, said Ripieno's Ristorante Italiano is just getting started. Ripieno's restaurant layout, plus future dock plans Construction on the restaurant began back in the fall of 2024. Although the project took longer than anticipated, DiSeveria is pleased with the final product. The restaurant includes a full-service dining area and bar, chef's table room, Sicilian room, wine room, private rooms and three kitchens. The open kitchen allows patrons to witness pizza dough being tossed into the air, topped off with sauce and cheese, and slid into the wood-fire oven. "It's a way for us to bring guests into the kitchen and be more a part of the experience," DiSeveria said. "You can see who's making your food." Outdoor seating along the restaurant's deck area will be available beginning this spring. The deck overlooks the picturesque waterfront of Leonard's Mill Pond. If permitted, DiSeveria hopes to
everafterinthewoods.com
This Oceanfront Maryland Spot Makes Fish Tacos Taste Like A Vacation Memory
Fish tacos will always remind me of the ocean, but these, oh, these I’ll remember forever. Each bite was a perfect little vacation memory: flaky fish, tangy salsa, a tortilla that somehow held it all together like it knew it was special. Sitting by the water, with the breeze...