Having the week off from work has allowed me lots of time to do fun things and post here on Uncorrected. Some obvious choices for this week’s Sunday Serial include discoveries from our mini-vacation, as well as a few other finds:
Washington Inn in Cape May
Rhonda and I finally dined at this well-regarded restaurant in Cape May. The escargots are a must-have. A rotating and inventive cocktail menu, attentive service, and fulsome wine list–complete with a sommelier–round out a worthy dining experience.
Buttonwood Boutique
A classic-yet-modern Victorian manse in Cape May offers the best of both worlds: quaint and historically true to Cape May’s theme, but a fully modern experience from booking to checkout. I’m inclined to shop around with restaurants, but I’d stay at the Buttonwood in a heartbeat again. Possibly soon.
Mussels
We’ve been trying the mussels at all of our local favorite restaurants, and a great option is to get some apps to share for dinner when you’re not looking for a big spread. Thursday nights at the local pizza shop have turned into mussels night a couple of times this spring, and it’s a great way to have a meal out without betraying your macro count.
I really miss the Mussel Bar in Atlantic City.
A Festive Spouse
Rhonda updated the spring garland in my office and added some lights. I think she’s got a Temu addiction, but they do have nice things for the house. I’m currently enjoying this seasonal layout, which is appropriately patriotic.
NJ Uncorked: A Local Wine Blog
There’s so much content out there that you really have to look for. I did a quick search this morning before getting up and found Dave Mullen’s un-sniffish blog about wine, NJ Uncorked. He’s traveling around and trying local wineries with his wife; he’s a retired school psychologist and oenophile. I’m really enjoying reading the entries and adding to my own wine wish list. I regret not getting into local wines earlier.
Buena Connection Brewing
Rhonda and I fought the temptation to stop at Buena Connection Brewing yesterday, as it was the grand opening. (Neither of us love crowds.) We’ll be there soon enough. There’s a cream ale, nitro stout, and IPA I’m keen to try.