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Nora Lee’s Is One Of The Most Unique Spots To Dine In The First State

Nora Lee’s French Quarter in New Castle offers a unique Cajun dining experience reminiscent of the Big Easy.

Published Jul 28, 2020

Written by 

Kim Magaraci

Dining out in historic New Castle is always an adventure. Next time you're looking for a memorable experience, head to Nora Lee's French Quarter. This lively and quirky cajun restaurant in Delaware will make you feel like you've taken a trip down south to the Big Easy without ever having to leave the First State.

Nora Lee's French Quarter in New Castle is one of the most unique places to dine here in the First State.

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Whether you dine inside, surrounded by memorabilia from the Big Easy itself...

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...or outside, enjoying the fresh air on their brand new outdoor dining space, you'll have a blast at this one-of-a-kind Cajun restaurant in Delaware.

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One of the most popular starters on the menu, the Cajun nachos, is a great way to kick off your meal and feel like you're on a trip down south.

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Their Cajun popcorn - southern fried crawfish tails battered and fried, and served with creole mustard - is a crowd favorite. You can also order crawfish tails battered in spicy habanero sauce, or sweet and spicy served over rice.

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Nora Lee's is one of just a few Cajun restaurants in Delaware, so head here if you're looking for a creole fix. Along with six different types of jambalaya, you'll find kicked-up takes on local dishes, like their hazelnut crabcakes. You can also try their blackened crabcakes with creole mustard!

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Save room for a southern-style dessert, like their delicious caramel apple oatmeal cookie with butter rum pecan ice cream - it's the sweetest way to wrap up your meal.

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After just one meal at Nora Lee's, you'll be craving the food from this Cajun restaurant in Delaware again and again.

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Visit Nora Lee's website, here, to see their menu and keep tabs on current happenings, hours, and more.

This cajun restaurant in Delaware is located just across the street from another fun First State dining spot - Jessop's Tavern. Visit This Unforgettable Delaware Restaurant To Travel Back In Time and you'll fall in love with historic New Castle all over again.

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This Little Delaware Family Creamery Is A Sweet Country Dream

Vanderwende Creamery in Delaware offers some of the best ice cream made from locally sourced ingredients and fresh milk from their own cows.

Updated Jul 22, 2024

Written by 

Kim Magaraci

Delaware is known for being a big producer of ice cream. While we aren't home to the Ice Cream Capital of the World (thanks Iowa), we're sure home to some mighty fine dairies and creameries. This creamery is one of the oldest in the state, and still making some of the best ice cream in Delaware since the family opened up their farm 65 years ago.

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Vanderwende Creamery Delaware is a family-run dairy located in Bridgeville, Delaware. This third-generation farm started with just $35 and six cows in 1954...

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... and has since grown to a 4,000-acre, 225-cow operation!

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You can meet many of the friendly Holstein dairy cows when you visit to pick up some of the best ice cream in Delaware.

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The Vanderwende Creamery menu offers some of the best ice cream we'll ever try. The seasonal flavors take advantage of local produce, and the cows are milked right on-site. You can't get any fresher.

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Key Lime Pie anyone?

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In addition to seasonal and locally inspired flavors, you can also pick up all of your favorites at Vanderwende. Personally, I go for mint chocolate chip almost every single time I'm there!

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Take a trip down to Vanderwende Creamery this year, either as a day trip or on your way to the beaches. It will be one destination that you're sure to fall in love with.

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In addition to the family farm in Bridgeville, Vanderwende Creamery has stores in Greenwood, Fenwick Island, Dewey Beach, and Philadelphia.

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Vanderwende Creamery photos and more information are available on its website. Have you enjoyed the ice cream here? What is your favorite flavor? Please share with us in the comments below.

While you're in the neighborhood, treat yourself to a delicious dinner at Emma’s Family Restaurant in Greenwood. And make reservations for a weekend stay.

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Frederica Pizza and Pasta House Is An Old School, Middle of Nowhere Restaurant That Serves Up The Best Food In Delaware

Frederica Pizza and Pasta House in Delaware offers some of the best Italian food in a welcoming, small-town setting.

Updated Jul 18, 2024

Written by 

Kim Magaraci

As we're sure you know, Delaware's towns and cities have some of the best restaurants on the East Coast. However, we're so overlooked as a foodie state. Even if you've tried the big-name spots like Capers and Lemons, Big Fish Grill, and DiFebo's, chances are there are dozens of small-town, middle-of-nowhere restaurants that have flown under your radar. To find one that serves up some of the best Delaware pizza around, head to Frederica Pizza and Pasta House in the rural town of Frederica. Trust us - it'll be worth the trip!

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Way out in the middle of nowhere in Delaware, you'll find Frederica Pizza and Pasta House.

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This old-school Italian restaurant serves up some of the tastiest food in the First State. After one look at the Frederica Pizza and Pasta House menu, you'll be overwhelmed with all the choices.

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You'll instantly feel welcomed when you walk inside and sit down at Frederica Pizza and Pasta House. Their staff is attentive and friendly and will make you feel right at home.

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As you might have guessed from the name and Frederica Pizza and Pasta House reviews, this restaurant is famous for its delicious pizzas.

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You'll discover on the Frederica Pizza and Pasta House menu that they also make outrageous calzones and stromboli that are large enough to feed a crowd.

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Per Frederica Pizza and Pasta House photos like this one, it's not hard to find the perfect pizza in Delaware - if you know where to look!

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If you're looking for a true, homestyle Italian dish, check the Frederica Pizza and Pasta House menu.

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You'll also find a vast selection of pasta, chicken entrees, seafood dishes, and more.

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Above all - save room for dessert! Frederica Pizza and Pasta House's homemade tiramisu is absolute perfection, and their cannoli are sure to please even the pickiest sweet tooth.

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Now that you've learned about one of the best pizza places in Delaware, how about writing your own Frederica Pizza and Pasta House review? Feel free to check out Tripadvisor to see more Frederica Pizza and Pasta House photos too. If you'd like to try some more Italian cuisine, make sure to also follow our ultimate Delaware pizza journey.

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