Here, dining options abound, and there is always something new to try. It's especially fun if the decor and atmosphere transports you to someplace magical. Such was the case when eight of us visited The Cured Plate in Milford. IT'S A SPEAKEASY! Prohibition style, dark, intimate and sexy. We LOVED it. It starts when you call for reservations, and you're given a password. Staff greets you in 1920s attire and the cocktails are handcrafted works of art, like the French 75 with the smoking rosemary (lit at the table). Opening our menus was fun as they LIT UP! We customized our own charcuterie boards and sampled many sides. Everything was YUM and owner Kenny who came to our table was lovely. If their IG page doesn't make you drool on your keyboard, well...

A big THANK YOU to the hundreds of you who shared the April 1st post on the Buzz FB page featuring fourteen new Rehoboth shops and restaurants. Readers were particularly enthusiastic about 302 the Local, a new restaurant in the former Chaps space, Uncle David’s Ice Cream Shop that will be scooped, packaged, and served by individuals with Down syndrome, and Hey Dude shoes opening their own store in Tanger Seaside.

The Buzz worships at the pastry counter at The Station on Kings and loves their lattes, but finally sat down and dined for the first time in ages and WOWZA! The menu has expanded its list of mouth-watering options to include a French Omelet with Gruyere (ridiculously good), a Basil Pesto Flatbread, Candied Bourbon Bacon and lots more. Their Bloody Mary is topped with bacon, shrimp, celery and a veg skewer, and they've also added cannabis and cbd sparkling water to their drink menu. Open daily 8-4.

Got a sneak peek at the new Pottery Mason shop coming to First Street Station and left with a stunning Sake set that had been previously ordered. Can't wait for you to meet Audrey and see what stunning things she has in store.

Shorebreak has opened under new peeps and oh my! Cannot say enough about the cocktails as they are DIVINE. Highly recommend the Spicy Seafoam Margarita and the Pura Vida Basil Gimlet. Nectar of the gods. Was also surprised and delighted by the Wild Mushroom Bruschetta, a very tasty departure from the traditional dish. Friends loved the Beet Salad, the Scallops and the Deviled Eggs topped with house cured bacon. Visit soon!

Palm Beach Bar & Grill which is moving into the former Midway Shrimpy's space is posting reno pix on FB and wow! What a transformation. Love the nautilus helmet no matter where they use it. Owners Chef James and General Manager Kathryn met in Palm Beach, inspiring their theme of Southern Florida comfort food. Can't wait to see what they bring to our culinary landscape.

Hey Pickleballers! Working on compiling a list of places to play. The Pickleheads site is fairly comprehensive, but if you know of others not mentioned, let the Buzz know and we'll add a pickleball page to the website. For adorable gifts for your avid PB friends, check out Browseabout Books and Mod Cottage.

Rumor has it that Above the Dunes plans to open Baja Bob’s on the Boardwalk with tacos, salads, bowls and burritos. Also, a favorite local eatery plans to open a second location in the former Sydney’s in Paynter’s Mill. Stay tuned for more details.

Rehoboth Beach Animal Hospital now offers emergency care five days a week with plans to expand into the weekend. (For vet needs after normal business hours and on weekends, Delmarva Animal Emergency Center in Dover or Pets ER in Salisbury are the two closest options.)

Lori's Cafe at 39 Baltimore Avenue is back offering breakfast and lunch deliciousness. Don't miss their Chicken Salad to DIE for (that IS the actual name of the sandwich!) and the new Holy Moly!, their version of a cheesesteak. Happy 28th season Lori!

The space occupied by Mark Showell Interiors will become 59 Baltimore, a restaurant, bakery, and market. Thanks Cindy L for the intel!

Just like a visit to HomeGoods - if you like it, buy it. It won't be there when you come back. Such is the case with area events and concerts. Wanna go? Buy your tix NOW! Several August shows are already sold out at the Bottle & Cork, and many other venues as well. Now you know.

Lighthouse sunset cruise reservations now open! Just sayin'

Tickets are now on sale for the Rehoboth Beach Pride Film Festival at the Cinema Art Theater June 13-16. Tix also on sale for the Lewes’ Summer Concert Series "Rocking The Docks" at The Lewes Ferry Grounds.

Pianist and composer Nina Siniakova will perform a benefit concert for Lewes in Bloom on May 11.

Having licensed a vehicle in no less than seven states, the Buzz is grateful how quickly the Delaware Division of Motor Vehicles (the DMV) gets it done. And now with DMV on the Go, there's even more options closer to the beach. DMV on the Go will be open Mondays at DART’s Lewes Transit Center, and Tuesdays at the Milton Cheer Center.

HUGE thank you to Heidi Lowe for offering appointments where you get her undivided attention while you collaborate to design the ring of your dreams. She's not only the coolest of cool, she's incredibly talented and really listens. The Heidi Lowe Gallery also offers classes as well. Tell her the Buzz sent you.

Hearing great things about the Listening Booth, a live music venue, as they transition to their new location at 18388 Coastal Highway near GO Brit! Fish n Chips.

Flashback to your childhood at Fun for All Toys in Penny Lane. Something new every time. Vintage toys and games, new collectibles (the Buzz now owns a Smiski), pranks and gags (whoopee cushions, but also fake parking tickets?!), candy (remember Necco wafers, Turkish taffy, Teaberry gum?) and much more. Way fun.

Damon Pla Fine Arts Studio and Gallery will open in the Cultured Pearl building, lower level.

blem. is the new addition to Millman’s Appliances, offering new, blemished appliances at a 20%-50% discount. Love the name!

Congrats to Matt Kern, Delaware's first FINALIST of the James Beard Foundation award! Matt is the chef and co-owner of Fenwick Island's One Coastal. Go Matt! Go Delaware!

Danger, DANGER Will Robinson! The list of yard sales in the Cape Gazette now consumes an entire page. Let the games begin.

Free admission and free workshops at the Lewes Illuminate Festival. Tarot card reader Julia Gordon-Bramer will be giving readings by appointment. More here.

Anna Mae Minerals Crystal Healing Center is now open in Peddler’s Village (Lewes). 

sty.lishh boutique is coming to the space formerly occupied by Cashmere Gardens. Seaside Eco Bikes will open a location just north of Tyndall Furniture on Route 1.

The Friends of the Lewes Public Library will host a Beach Reads Book Sale, May 31 and June 1, and a History & Rare Book Sale Sep 20 and 21.

A shout out to Buzz fans Laura V and Kristy W who rock the radiology department at Beebe!

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We now have Buzz merch! Pick one of two designs, then choose from twenty different tee shirts, hats and totes. Get Buzzed!

For years I have taken the most incredible classes through the Rehoboth Beach Writers Guild, and am in the process of finishing a novel. Now I'm learning the business side of becoming an author (query letters, agents, publishers and more). If that interests you, please feel free to join me as I venture down that rabbit hole. You can follow my IG page or check out my writer's website. Write on!

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