Are you looking for an opportunity to travel, learn about sustainable living, and work outside? WWOOFing may be right for you. WWOOFing stands for Worldwide Opportunities on Organic Farms and provides a chance for willing workers to work on organic farms around the world in exchange for food and lodging. WWOOFing was started in England as Working Weekends on Organic Farms and has since gained popularity around the world. … READ MORE
Diakonia, an emergency and transitional housing program located in West Ocean City, has partnered with local restaurants for their annual “Dine Out Days” event. Please show your support by dining out at any of the following participating restaurants who are donating a percentage of their sales to this worthy cause. Check out participating businesses below… Participating on April 24th: 45th Street Taphouse All day 4507 Coastal Highway Ocean City … READ MORE
The weather is starting to warm up, filling my head with thoughts of beach days, camping trips, and summer cookouts. The mainstay of all of these activities is food. We spend so much time protecting our families from chemicals in foods and cleaners and choosing healthy options for them, but we sometimes forget about food safety. This is important all year round but is particularly pertinent in the warm … READ MORE
Get your appetites ready! Not only have area restaurants open their doors to the spring and summer crowds, but May 5th marks the beginning of the very popular Ocean City Spring Restaurant Week. Many of the area’s most celebrated restaurants will be offering discounted prix fixe menu selections. The concept of a fixed price menu provides diners with more bang for their buck, with as many as four courses … READ MORE
Some local restaurants, shops, and hotels choose to open their doors to customers visiting our coastal town in late February or mid-March. Other businesses in this resort town choose to stay open year-round. Three weeks ago, Peaky’s Rooftop Restaurant and Bar opened their doors to the public and welcomed quite a crowd this past weekend. Since opening on February 28th, Peaky’s has seen a steady flow of business. Both … READ MORE
With the current trend to eat and shop locally taking center stage on the Eastern Shore, artisan businesses are abounding. One such business is the brewery. Perhaps showcasing our area’s love for beer, the local brewery also allows entrepreneurial creatives an outlet to experiment with flavors and styles to produce something their neighbors can enjoy. More people in this area are coming to appreciate the intricacies of the craft, … READ MORE
A brunch staple is the Bloody Mary, which is known to be a hangover cure and a preppy drink that gives people an excuse to drink during the day. Many restaurants offer their own variations on the Bloody Mary theme, though most use some combination of the drink’s traditional ingredients: vodka, tomato juice, lemon or lime juice, Worcestershire sauce, Tabasco sauce, horseradish, salt, pepper and a rib of celery … READ MORE
Soil on the Eastern Shore of Maryland is sandy and well drained. The climate is temperamental and moderated by the Chesapeake Bay and Atlantic Ocean. The warm days and cool nights are memorable, enjoyable, and perfect for growing grapes. The Chesapeake Wine Trail weaves its way around the Eastern Shore and offers visitors a chance to experience wines grown on the coast of Maryland. One little bar in Berlin, … READ MORE
Valentine’s Day is this week. Fittingly, February is also American Heart Month. Many people give candy and chocolate this time of year to show how much they care. However, I think the best present you can give your loved one is a healthy heart. Heart disease is the number one killer in America. Although heredity plays a part in heart health, lifestyle can also make a big difference. Maintaining … READ MORE
There is a poultry farm near Greensboro, MD whose property was once covered with wild pink roses; Eglantine roses. One would picture the farm to be a beautiful place to grow up; wild roses, soft fragrance, open farm land, and some of the prettiest farm animals on the shore. Peggy and Sheldon Lewis grew up on Eglantine Farm. Their farm was better known for its one, single, award winning … READ MORE
It’s a new year. If I have to see another commercial for a weight loss program, I may scream. It is, however, a good time for a fresh start or to reflect and re-center on goals and priorities. I think everyone begins with some sort of resolution; even if it’s a resolution to not make resolutions. Renewing my goals to eat better and more consciously is at the top … READ MORE
It’s a new year and time to start those healthy resolutions we all wish we could keep going all year long. Many of those good thoughts fade with time but one thing I never give up is my Zamu. This organic drink has so many health benefits for your mind and body, and better yet it’s so simple—you just have to drink it. Just one shot in the morning … READ MORE
This is a Vitamix 3600. It’s awesome. This is also the original owner’s manual and cookbook- also awesome. The Vitamix is a circa 1970 marvel with a high power blender and pouring spout that also heats; perfect for soup making. My dad found this gem at a yard sale in perfect working condition. After a little cleaning, it was as good as new. Items like this, with history, add … READ MORE