SoDel Concepts holds professional development retreat
SoDel Concepts recently held its third annual SoDel Professional Development and Strategic Retreat at the Clubhouse at Baywood in Millsboro, an event venue and one of the Rehoboth Beach-based company’s 12 restaurants.
More than 170 employees attended the event, which included a keynote address, a session for questions and answers, a chef panel and breakout sessions.
Kammerer named board chair of Delaware Restaurant Association
The Delaware Restaurant Association named Scott Kammerer chairman of the board for a two-year term beginning in 2020, the DRA announced Feb. 6.
The Clubhouse at Baywood Receives WeddingWire Couples’ Choice Award
The Clubhouse at Baywood in Millsboro, Delaware, recently received the Couples’ Choice Award from WeddingWire, a global marketplace featuring more than 500,000 wedding vendors.
To qualify for the award, vendors must collect at least five four-to-five-star reviews throughout the year.
Thompson Island Brewing Co. holds Neighborhood Night events
Thompson Island Brewing Company in Rehoboth Beach is giving neighbors, club members and other groups a chance to gather in a fun, informal environment.
Thompson Island Brewing Co. hosts running/walking club
Thompson Island Brewing Co. and the Rehoboth Beach Running Company have joined together to create the Thompson Island Brewing Co. Run Club. At 5 p.m. every Thursday, participants meet in the beer garden of the new Thompson Island Brewing Co. brewpub, 30133 Veterans Way, Rehoboth Beach.
SoDel Concepts celebrates Grilled Cheese Month in January
Once again, SoDel Concepts is spotlighting one of the world’s most comforting foods: grilled cheese. But this is no ordinary version of the sandwich. Throughout January, all 12 of the hospitality company’s restaurants will tweak the traditional.
SoDel Cares donates $10K to Harry K Foundation
SoDel Cares, the philanthropic arm of SoDel Concepts, recently donated $10,000 to the Harry K Foundation, a Rehoboth Beach-based nonprofit dedicated to helping Delaware children who are facing food insecurity.
Thompson Island Brewing Company Releases Little Friday Helles Lager
“Little Friday is the kind of crowd-pleaser that will satisfy your everyday beer lover, but the complex flavor will also meet the craft beer aficionado’s expectations,” Valm said. “A beer like this is only possible with great German ingredients, a state-of-the-art brewhouse and patience.”
David Bickel named general manager of The Clubhouse at Baywood
“With David’s experience in the industry, he can manage the busy restaurant and the many events that take place on the property, as well as food and beverage for the golf course,” said Danielle Panarello, director of operations. “The team respects him, and he always puts in the extra effort to make the experience memorable for our guests.”
SoDel Concepts’ Doug Ruley and team prep for James Beard House
Chef Doug Ruley, vice president of culinary operations for Rehoboth Beach-based SoDel Concepts, will cook for a record-breaking fifth time Friday, Dec. 13, at the James Beard House in New York, the former home of the famous cookbook author and teacher, and now the headquarters of the James Beard Foundation.
SoDel Cares fifth annual fundraiser a success
SoDel Cares, the philanthropic arm of SoDel Concepts, raised $110,000 at the foundation’s fifth annual fundraiser, held Nov. 8 at Fish On in Lewes, one of the hospitality group’s 12 restaurants.
SoDel Cares donates $5K to Rehoboth Beach Volunteer Fire Company
Members of the fire company attended the soft opening at Thompson Island Brewing Company, the 12th restaurant under the SoDel Concepts umbrella. “It was fun having them kick off the brewpub,” Kammerer said.
Local designers create distinctive look for Thompson Island Brewing Co.
“Thompson Island Brewing Company pays tribute to coastal Sussex County—and that includes more than the beach,” said Scott Kammerer, president of SoDel Concepts. “The area’s heritage is also linked to the inland bays and forests. There are generations of hunters as well as fishermen.”
SoDel Concepts’ Teachers Fund awards 28 grants in 2019
“We know that teachers reach into their own pockets to ensure that students and classrooms have the supplies and resources they need,” said Scott Kammerer, president of SoDel Concepts. “We are so grateful for our local teachers, and we are happy to support the teachers who work with us at SoDel. We know the grants are directly impacting children in our local communities.”
SoDel Concepts employees win trip to Napa vineyard
Servers in SoDel Concepts’ 11 restaurants engaged in a friendly competition this summer to see who could sell the most wine from Bouchaine Vineyards.
SoDel Cares to hold 5th annual fundraiser Nov. 8
SoDel Cares, the philanthropic arm of SoDel Concepts, will hold its fifth annual fundraiser from 6 to 10 p.m., Friday, Nov. 8, at Fish On in the Villages of Five Points, Lewes.
October is Rockfish Month at SoDel Concepts’ restaurants
Rockfish, also known as striped bass, is one of the most popular dishes on the Delmarva Peninsula.
In October, it’s the star of the menus at all 11 SoDel Concepts restaurants, which are located in coastal Delaware.
Thompson Island Brewing Co. announces opening management team OCTOBER 11, 2019
eading the team is Lisa Breedlove as general manager. SoDel veterans Wes Books and Tiffany Roughton are managers, along with Jay Davis. Matt Patton, director of operations, has overseen the project from its inception.
SoDel Cares donates $4k to Primeros Pasos
SoDel Cares, the philanthropic arm of Rehoboth Beach-based SoDel Concepts, donated $4,000 to Primeros Pasos, an early childhood care and education center in Georgetown.
SoDel Concepts names Ray Kumm executive chef at Lupo Italian Kitchen
Scott Kammerer, president of SoDel Concepts, announced Ray Kumm was named executive chef at Lupo Italian Kitchen in Rehoboth Beach, one of the hospitality company’s 11 restaurants in coastal Delaware.