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Cape Flavors

Dr. Martin’s lima beans are justifiably famous

Denise Clemons

3 days ago

On a recent visit to Lloyd’s Market in Lewes, I saw plastic clamshell packages of Dr. Martin’s Lima…

Make dessert in a jiffy with no-bake cheesecake…

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1 week ago

As some of you know, I live in an apartment at the Lodge at Historic Lewes, where there are a…

Try halloumi cheese for a new grilling experience

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2 weeks ago

I have always loved cheese. I enjoy the richness of cheddar in baked mac and cheese, the creaminess…

Fig season means it's time to get jammin…

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3 weeks ago

Last week, I visited my friend Lina in Washington, D.C. Although her apartment is in the very busy…

Icebox cake uses modern refrigeration to skip oven…

1 month ago

This past weekend was one of the steamiest of the season so far. I spent most of Sunday…

Choose tomato types according to their intended use…

1 month ago

If you happened to visit the Historic Lewes Farmers market last week, you were treated to a scene…

Food safety is on everyone's mind lately

1 month ago

Presently, there is an active egg recall affecting more than 19 million eggs sold in multiple…

These recipes make zucchini worth keeping for…

Denise Clemons

1 month ago

Like many of the crops we have seen come to market this growing season, some of the local squash…

Fresh cucumber salad adds snap to summer menus

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1 month ago

Last week, several of us at dinner together started talking about cucumber salad. More than likely…

Delaware peaches add a historic note this July

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2 months ago

I was happy to see peaches available at the Historic Lewes Farmers Market and thrilled to enjoy…

July Fourth menus can let the cook celebrate...

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2 months ago

Tomorrow we’ll celebrate our nation’s independence with parties and picnics, surrounded by family…

Fresh corn comes early to local farmers markets

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2 months ago

It’s here! Local corn on the cob has arrived at the markets in Lewes. Typically not seen until…

Blueberries can enhance some surprising dishes

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2 months ago

Although National Blueberry Month doesn’t begin until July, I was thrilled to see boxes of…

Whether weed or seed, dill is a versatile recipe…

Denise Clemons

3 months ago

Last week, my friend Laurie sent me a text asking if I wanted some fresh dill. Of course I said yes…

Artichokes have been a delicacy since Roman times

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3 months ago

Last month, my neighbor Christine gave me an unusual birthday present – two artichokes! They were…

Pretzel salad still rules the potluck table

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3 months ago

Last week, my friend David returned from a family barbecue talking about the dessert his…

Memorial Day means honoring memories and feeding…

Denise Clemons

3 months ago

Next Monday marks the unofficial start of summer with the celebration of Memorial Day. Although the…

Fresh veggies and cheesy pasta offer versatile meal…

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3 months ago

On my visits to the Historic Lewes Farmers Market these past two weeks, I’ve encountered lots of…

Make Mom feel special no matter when or how you...

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4 months ago

Sunday is Mother’s Day, and millions of people across the country have made plans to celebrate that…

It takes a hero to eat this overstuffed sandwich

Denise Clemons

4 months ago

We have all likely heard the origin story about the familiar handheld food called a sandwich. In…

April strawberries dazzle with color and flavor

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4 months ago

When I sat down to write this week’s column, I looked back at my files to see what I had previously…

Fresh asparagus is in season, works well in many…

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4 months ago

Asparagus is one of my favorite vegetables, not only for its distinctive flavor and quirky growing…

Deviled eggs have been delighting guests since…

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5 months ago

Now that we’ve finished celebrating the Easter holiday, we can begin finding clever ways to use up…

Sorghum is a versatile grain that’s not just for the…

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5 months ago

I have a subscription to a magazine called “homecooked,” whose editors have elected to forgo…

Northwest stew is a hearty antidote to sudden spring…

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5 months ago

Although Mother Nature teased us with a taste of spring last week, these last few days have been…

Food additives aren’t evil, just factors to consider…

Denise Clemons

5 months ago

While I’m not always the strictest adherent, I remain a believer in Michael Pollan’s key advice on…

St. Patrick’s Day traditions are still tasty after…

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6 months ago

Next week, we will celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, Tuesday, March 17, but the weekend ahead of the…

Beer dinner pairs classy comfort food with great…

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6 months ago

Last week, we attended a beer dinner at Crust & Craft restaurant. When I consider buying a…

Taste of history: Chocolate with colonial roots

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6 months ago

This past weekend, as we awaited the start of the forecasted snowfall, we were glad our neighbors…

Different types of mustard can spice up any dish

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6 months ago

I was listening to the radio the other day, and a song I’d never heard began to play. The lyrics…

Winter soups bring comfort against the cold

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7 months ago

As I write this, I have two pots of soup simmering on the stove, and the entire apartment is filled…

Welcome guests with tasty snacks for Super Bowl 60

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7 months ago

Sunday will be a busy day as we prepare the food we’ll enjoy while watching the Super Bowl. We…

Mississippi cruise offers culinary treats with…

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7 months ago

For those of you who may have noticed my column didn’t appear in last week’s paper, I was away on a…

Protein plays a prominent role in today’s recipes

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7 months ago

I am often asked where I get my ideas for this column. The answer is probably the same places we…

Spinach is a low-calorie nutritional powerhouse

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8 months ago

After some long weeks of indulging in rich meals, sweet treats and a few adult beverages, it was…

Culinary trends for 2026 extend comfort food revival…

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8 months ago

Welcome to 2026 and some interesting expectations for culinary trends in the months ahead. But,…

New Year’s Day starts best with a hearty breakfast

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8 months ago

Hope you are enjoying the busy days of the holiday season. Whether you lit candles for Hanukkah,…

Roast goose offers a savory switch from traditional…

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8 months ago

When did we stop having roast goose for Christmas dinner? Although this may be the main course on…

Lettuce wraps offer variety of tastes for a quick…

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9 months ago

With all the activities around holiday preparations, meal planning can be a challenge. Do you cook…

Pecans perk up dishes from entrees to desserts

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9 months ago

If you’ve been following the local news, you’re likely aware of the current controversy in Milton…

Give thanks for holiday leftovers – and store them…

Denise Clemons

9 months ago

With the abundance of food served yesterday, I started thinking about the history of leftovers.…

Cranberry relish adds a vivid touch to the holiday…

Denise Clemons

9 months ago

We’ve all had the experience of watching (or hearing) a rumor become unstoppable. The topic of one…

Rediscover comfort, versatility of polenta

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10 months ago

On a recent shopping trip, I noticed a plastic-wrapped roll of polenta chilling in the produce…

Brussels sprouts make a healthy side dish or savory…

Denise Clemons

10 months ago

Why are Brussels sprouts a popular Thanksgiving side dish? One reason—their peak season is in the…

Mashed potatoes done right are simply savory spuds

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10 months ago

I recently attended a luncheon meeting where the simple meal featured mashed potatoes. They were…

Bere berries are a surprising Scottish souvenir

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10 months ago

One of my favorite souvenirs from my summer visit to the Orkney Islands of Scotland was a brown…

Romanesco brings visual interest, nutty flavor to…

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11 months ago

The sign at Rays Produce and Flowers said “Romanesco ~ love child of broccoli and cauliflower.” The…

Spaghetti squash can add fiber, subtract carbs in…

Denise Clemons

11 months ago

Since I covered both summer squash and winter squash, it seems only fair to give some attention to…

Winter squash can accent the menu as fall begins

Denise Clemons

11 months ago

As I mentioned last week, it’s the perfect time of year to talk about winter squash, which are…

Squash season brings savory and sweet surprises

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11 months ago

This is the time of year when squash harvests intersect: the final weeks of summer squash overlap…

Plums get a thumbs-up for all sorts of recipes

Denise Clemons

1 year ago

On a recent visit to Fresh Market (I was craving stuffed grape leaves), I walked through the…

Corn season offers many delightful options, but don’…

Denise Clemons

1 year ago

On a recent visit to the Historic Lewes Farmers Market, it was clear to see the season’s corn…

Summer flavors shine in Caprese salad

Denise Clemons

1 year ago

As we near the end of August, the tomato harvest is beginning to slow down. Now is the time to…

Lima beans are in season, so enjoy them fresh!

Denise Clemons

1 year ago

Last week I purchased a quart of pole bean limas, still encased in their gnarly pods (see photo).…

Cooking class is standout event during cruise abroad…

Denise Clemons

1 year ago

I’ve just returned from a three-week trip around the United Kingdom, most of it onboard a beautiful…

Pasta salad offers variety for quick summer side…

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1 year ago

This time of year you will encounter all sorts of pasta salads, the ideal dish for warm weather.…

Amaranth – an ancient plant with many modern uses

Denise Clemons

1 year ago

I have once again made a new discovery at the Historic Lewes Farmers Market. This time it was a…

Get your recipes ready; peak tomato season is coming…

Denise Clemons

1 year ago

We’re just beginning to see tomatoes at the grocery stores — not the hothouse-raised, cellophane-…

Artichokes present a challenge worth accepting

Denise Clemons

1 year ago

Last week, my neighbor Christine gifted me an enormous artichoke. It was perfectly round, covered…

Mushrooms come into the spotlight for summer...

Denise Clemons

1 year ago

I made a stop at the mushroom tent during last week’s Historic Lewes Farmers Market,…