Delmarva Delights: Holiday Food Finds
Holiday Table
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The holidays on Delmarva are all about good times, family, and of course, amazing food. Whether you're hosting a big dinner or looking for the perfect gift, there's something for everyone here. From fresh seafood and meats to fancy cheeses and desserts, Delmarva has it all.
Seafood
- Captain’s Ketch Seafood (Easton, MD): Known for super fresh seafood and friendly service, Captain's Ketch has a wide variety of fish fillets, crab meat, clams, shrimp, oysters, crab cakes, and other unique Chesapeake Bay specialties.
- Chesapeake Landing (St. Michaels, MD): Chesapeake Landing has the best selection of fresh fish, clams, oysters, shrimp, scallops, and other local catches, some of which are processed and packaged by Bay Hundred Seafood in St. Michaels.
- Harbor House Seafood (Seaford, DE): Your go-to spot for the freshest and tastiest seafood this holiday season. They have prepared dishes like crab cakes, lobster bisque, and seafood chowder, as well as shrimp, scallops, lobster, and fish. Their staff can help you pick the perfect seafood and give you cooking tips.
- Lewes Fishhouse (Lewes, DE): Lewes Fishhouse supplies over 200 restaurants with fresh catches. They also offer a chef-prepared take-out menu, party trays, and cooked-to-order fish.
- One Fish, Two Fish Crabs & Seafood (Salisbury, MD): Offering fresh, high-quality seafood for dining in or taking home. Enjoy their prepared dishes at the restaurant or order online for pickup and cook a seafood feast at home.
- Pleasanton’s Seafood (Dover, DE): Pleasanton’s Seafood has fresh, local catch including crabs, fish, clams, shrimp, scallops, oysters, and more. They also do custom orders. Plus, they have cheesesteaks, burgers, and fries for carryout.
Meat and Produce
- Camden Wyoming Market (Wyoming, DE): At Camden Wyoming Market, you can call ahead to order meat and deli selections. They offer custom meat cuts and have fresh, local produce, along with prepared main dishes, sides, and desserts.
- Dutch Country Market (Laurel, DE): Dutch Country Market is a cool spot to experience Amish and Mennonite culture. This market has fresh meats, local produce, handcrafted goods, and homemade treats.
- Haass Family Butcher Shop (Dover, DE): Offers custom processing of beef, pork, and lamb. It also sells various cuts of beef, pork, and poultry, along with smoked meats and other grocery products.
- Hastings Butcher Shop (Laurel, DE): A local butcher shop that offers great fresh cuts of meat at a good price as well as homemade products. Local patrons rave about the quality of the cuts and the staff’s friendly service.
- Hickman’s Meat Market (Rehoboth Beach, DE): A family-owned meat market that uses no preservatives or nitrates in any of their products and has a high-quality selection of meats.
- Kirby & Holloway (Harrington, DE): This local business has been around for years, making them a go-to for gifts. Each of their holiday boxes has an assortment of breakfast meats.
- Parsons Farms Produce (Dagsboro, DE): Parsons Farms Produce has candy, Florida citrus, and fresh fruits and veggies for your holiday table.
- T.S. Smith Orchard Point Market (Bridgeville, DE): Holiday fruit boxes and baskets are available that include apple varieties, jams, jellies, honey, and homemade baked goods. Also offering weekly breakfast and lunch specials.
- The Butcher Block (Milton, DE): A local butcher shop with a wide selection of high-quality meats and specialty products. They have fresh cuts of beef, pork, chicken, and lamb, as well as smoked meats, house-made sausages, jerky, and more.
Cheese & Dairy Delights
- Chapel's Country Creamery (Easton, MD) - A family-run farm near Easton, MD, making super tasty, award-winning cheeses. They use fresh milk from their own cows to make a bunch of different kinds of cheese. You can order online and pick it up or get it delivered!
- Chesapeake Bay Farms (Berlin, MD) - A working dairy farm where you can get everything fresh. They have milk, cheeses, butter, ice cream, and even some fancy groceries.
- Chester River Wine & Cheese (Chestertown, MD) - This place has all sorts of goodies, including a cheese and charcuterie counter where they'll cut things to order. They also have a bunch of wines, frozen pasta and meats, and other specialty groceries.
- Hopkins Farm Creamery (Lewes) - A must-try! They have amazing custom cakes and pies, plus you can grab ice cream by the pint or quart.
Places to Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth
- Candy Kitchen (Rehoboth Beach, DE): This place has been around since 1937, so they know what they're doing! They make all their sweets by hand with the good stuff, like saltwater taffy, fudge, and chocolates.
- My Sister's Fault (Milford, DE) and (Seaford, DE): These sister shops have all sorts of goodies, from the classics to new creations. They even have gluten-free options! You can also grab a coffee, tea, or hot chocolate to go with your treat, and they have online ordering for easy pickup.
- Sweet Dreams Confections Co. (Middletown, DE): They've got chocolate gift boxes for the holidays, with everything from truffles to chocolate-covered strawberries, pretzels, and even bacon! You can order online, too.
- Edie Bees Confection Shop (Lewes, DE): This place is like a candy adventure! They have gummies, chocolates, and other treats from all over the world.
- Rosita's Bakery (Milford, DE): Their carrot cake cupcakes are the bomb! They also have other cupcakes, plus breads (try the banana nut!), cookies, pastries, and custom cakes for special occasions.
- The Ugly Pie (Salisbury, MD): Don't let the name fool you! They have tons of pies, quiches, and baked goods, and you can even order online.
Delmarva's culinary scene extends far beyond this list, with numerous farm stands, markets, and specialty shops offering unique and locally sourced products. Explore the region's diverse offerings and discover hidden gems that will add a special touch to your holiday celebrations.
Remember: Many of these establishments offer pre-ordering and catering services, ensuring a stress-free holiday experience. Plan ahead and place your orders early to avoid disappointment.
Bon Appétit!
