Northeast Seafood Kitchen launches free cooking demos Sept. 19

Northeast Seafood Kitchen, owned by Matt Haley of SoDel Concepts, begins the second season of cooking workshops at 6 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 19, with head chef Ron Burkle presiding.

The series will highlight dishes and ingredients native to the Northeastern coastline from Delaware to Maine. This month's demos will begin with the first state - Delaware! Acclaimed chef Doug Ruley of Bluecoast restaurant will be the guest chef. Local distributors will be on hand to discuss seasonal product currently available.

As a result of high demand and limited seating, Northeast will be taking reservations for this event. Call the restaurant directly or email info@northeastseafoodkitchen.com. Come early at 4:45 to enjoy a cocktail and chef-prepared light fare.

These free culinary events will be on the third Wednesday of each month throughout the off-season to provide a forum for discussion and education from local chefs. For more information, contact Northeast Seafood Kitchen at 302-537-1785.

SoDel Concepts was named to the 2009 Inc. 500, which lists America’s fastest-growing private companies. The group’s restaurants include Fish On! in Lewes, Lupo di Mare in Rehoboth Beach, Bluecoast and Matt’s Fish Camp in North Bethany Beach, Northeast Seafood Kitchen in Ocean View and Catch 54 in Fenwick Island. Haley and partner Scott Kammerer also own Highwater Management, a hospitality company that provides management and consulting services for businesses such as Troegs Brewery & Kitchen, James Street Tavern and Premier Wine & Spirits in Wilmington. Others include Que Pasa in Dewey Beach, Fins & Claws restaurants in Rehoboth Beach, Sports at the Beach in Georgetown and Waterman's in Ocean City, Md. For more information, please visit www.sodelconcepts.com.