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
January 1st, 2013 fast approaching! New Year’s Eve is just over one week away – time to decide what you’re going to be doing on the big night. If you’re hoping to get reservations for dinner somewhere, get a hotel room, or head to a planned party, make your reservations now. There are ticketed and non-ticketed events happening all over town. Here are a few celebrations that we think … READ MORE
SantaCon 2012 Rules & Guidelines 1. Santa does not make children cry. Really, if you see kids, don't do anything to freak them out. Give them a nice smile and possibly a gift of some kind (toys, candy etc). 2. Santa dresses for all occasions. It's December. Smart santas wear multiple costume layers. 3. Santa doesn't whine! 4. Bring gifts: NAUGHTY gifts to give grown ups; NICE stuff to … READ MORE
When thinking of the winter season in a coastal town, what comes to mind? Blistering wind? Frigid temperatures? Snow-covered beaches? Cold rain? All of the above. There is no better way to relax, warm up, and get a little rosy-cheeked than with a great wintery cocktail. Several of our local establishments have delicious cocktails, spirits, and mixed drinks that will warm you up in no time. Warm your fingers, … READ MORE
One of the best things about living in a resort town is the off-season. It’s quiet, the traffic lights start flashing yellow instead, and the restaurants are offering amazing deals and nightly specials. Here are just some of the ones that I know of; there are so many. I don’t know about you, but I’m always looking for a deal! Feel free to comment with others… SUNDAY … READ MORE
It’s the time of year when the grocery store shelves are wiped clear of canned pumpkin, everyone has a turkey de-thawing in their refrigerators, there are several cans of cranberry sauce in the pantry, and anyone and everyone is stressed about having a large group of people at their home. It really is quite a lovely time of year. Before you let the turkey tryptophan coma set in, think … READ MORE
Just last week I concluded a story (Part I, Part II, Part III, Part IV) that had somewhat restored my faith in humanity and had me abandoning my own cynicisms. It was about great people doing extraordinary things during really bad times. Then I remembered that I was a bartender in a seasonal resort town during the peak of summer. Hence, my newfound hope for the human race was … READ MORE
On Saturday, July 14th, 2012 an Elvis impersonator was injured by a bull in Dewey Beach, DE. Moments after waving a red flag inches from the face of a giant bull wearing sneakers, Elvis was run over by the fierce and powerful animal. The rock legend quickly regained his composure, and rose to his feet. He then grabbed the bull by the horns, ripped off its head and poured … READ MORE
An abandoned ice factory may seem like an unsuspecting venue for the newest restaurant in Salisbury. However, the large open space and industrial feel of exposed brick and duct-work pair perfectly with the great food and craft brews that lie within. Evolution Craft Brewing Company has finally opened the doors to its new gastropub, The Public House. The new restaurant is located across Rt.13 from the hospital in the old … READ MORE
“The owl and the pussy cat went to sea In a beautiful pea green boat And hand in hand on the edge of the sand They danced by the light of the moon The moon, the moon, They danced by the light of the moon.” The words from the above Edward Lear poem, written in 1871, are cut out of wood, painted white, and secured to the side … READ MORE
Thirty-six years ago, John Fager purchased a small piece of land on the bayside of Ocean City. His initial intention was to build a condo project. Instead, he built a bayside bar – the first of its kind in the coastal town. Friends and critics warned that it would never work because the town was called Ocean City, not Bay City. Fager continued with his … READ MORE