Tag Archives: live like a local

Shell Yeah, Let’s Bounce at the Beach – With Jim and Julie Derrick

By Schell Brothers, in Beachfront Banter

In this episode, Frank and Adam sit down with Jim and Julie Derrick to hear the story behind Jim’s family connection to the iconic Sea Shell Shop and how that piece of Rehoboth Beach history helped shape his entrepreneurial journey. The conversation also dives into how Jim and Julie created Shell We Bounce, one of the most popular indoor attractions […]

Banter on the Bay with David Green 

By Schell Brothers, in Beachfront Banter

This week on Beachfront Banter, Frank and Adam take the mic to the marina and set sail with Dave Green of Cape Water Tours. What started in 2012 as a Green family venture has grown into one of coastal Delaware’s most memorable on-the-water experiences — from dolphin cruises and sunset sails to live music nights and […]

Peninsula Lakes in Millsboro – One of Coastal Delaware’s Best-Kept Secrets

By Brooke Caulfield, in COMMUNITY MINDED

Some of Coastal Delaware’s best-kept secrets sit just south of the beaches you’ve grown to know and love. Want to be within five minutes of some of the area’s best food, bakeries, and activities? Look no further than Peninsula Lakes. Old World Breads serves up some of the best pastries Coastal Delaware has to offer—and […]

A Seat at the Table for Everyone

By Schell Brothers, in Beachfront Banter

This week on Beachfront Banter, Frank and Adam are joined by Scott Kammerer, the driving force behind SoDel Concepts — 22 operations strong, including 18 coastal Delaware restaurants, two brewpubs, sports concessions, and a wedding-and-events venue. Scott shares how he built more than just restaurants — he helped shape a culture along the Delaware coast […]

Black Oak Founders Club: Meet Anthony & Sharon

By Adam Pettengell, in NEIGHBORS

Sharon and Anthony are definitely a story I couldn’t forget. We first met at a remote location—like so many of the Founders Club—back when Black Oak was still in its foundling stage. We found the floor plan that worked for them and personalized it to fit their needs, and everything was going great. Then we […]

Live Like a Local: Cardinal Grove

By Josh Hoinowski, in COMMUNITY MINDED

Part of moving to a new area is asking the age-old question, “What’s there to do around here?”  Don’t worry, you are not the first person to ask, I remember when I moved to Coastal Delaware full time, I had the same thought myself.  When you move into your new Schell Brothers Home in Cardinal […]

Where Good Times Roll: Lefty’s Alley & Eats

By Schell Brothers, in Beachfront Banter

In this episode of Beachfront Banter, Frank and Adam sit down with DJ Hill to talk about one of the beach’s true year-round staples—Lefty’s Alley & Eats. From bowling lanes and arcade games to great food, a lively bar, and something for all ages, Lefty’s delivers nonstop fun no matter the season. The blokes dive into […]

Black Oak Founders Club: Meet Eric & Karen

By Adam Pettengell, in NEIGHBORS

If I’m being honest, Eric and Karen initially felt the community was too far from the trail. That was before we met, and they decided to explore other options. After coming back and seeing just how close The Junction and Breakwater Trail really is, they were completely bought in.Still residing in Florida, they’ve made it […]

A Slice of Rehoboth History: Inside the Nicola Pizza Story

By Schell Brothers, in Beachfront Banter

In this episode of Beachfront Banter, Frank and Adam sit down with Nick Jr. Caggiano-a true local staple whose roots run deep in the Rehoboth Beach community-to uncover the rich history behind one of the area’s most iconic restaurants-Nicola Pizza. From its humble beginnings as backyard pizza shared among friends to its evolution into a […]

Sleigh What?! Alyssa Titus Brings the Magic of Schellville

By Schell Brothers, in Beachfront Banter

In this heartwarming episode of Beachfront Banter, Frank and Adam chat with Alyssa Titus, the visionary behind one of Delaware’s favorite holiday traditions—Schellville. What began as a small festive idea has grown into a full-blown winter wonderland in Rehoboth Beach, complete with twinkling lights, cozy shops, delicious treats, a roller rink, and a sledding hill. […]