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Kathy Orr of Fox 29 enjoys Curbside Wilmington

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Meteorologist Kathy Orr of Fox 29 Philly not only gave the weather this week but she also filmed a live segment in Downtown Wilmington highlighting a few of our amazing Curbside Wilmington businesses.

She started her Curbside Wilmington experience at Stitch House Brewery where she was able to sample a flight of local brewed beers.

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Then she headed next-door to Chelsea Tavern to meet owner Joe Van Horn while trying out his signature habanero tavern wings and andouille sausage and sautéed gulf shrimp skewers. Joe talks to Kathy about all the great live music happening Downtown including Curbside Wilmington Happy Hours every Thursday night and the return of the Clifford Brown Jazz Festival in Rodney Square. Kathy Orr knows that for those that live out of town visiting Downtown Wilmington is easy, “it’s a great day trip” she says.

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She then strolls down Market Street to Bardea Food & Drink where she enjoys a happy hour cocktail known as Blissful Summer, made with infused raspberry gin. She is excited to meet chef/owner Antimo DiMeo who enlightens her with his unique culinary cuisines including grilled cheese flourless gnocchi in tomato soup and grilled beefsteak tomatoes with bergamou sauvignon sauce over focaccia. Kathy raves that it’s the “best grilled cheese ever”.

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We were thrilled to host Kathy Orr for the evening in Downtown Wilmington sampling delicious food and drinks along the way. She plans on coming back on her day off to enjoy our restaurants with her family and friends and we suggest you do the same.

Happy Downtown Dining!

FREE PARKING in Wilmington in August!

Looking for FREE parking in Downtown Wilmington DE? Look no further! During the month of August, visitors can take advantage of not one, but THREE free parking options in Downtown Wilmington.

  • Free Valet Parking - Friday and Saturday nights from 5-10 PM at the corner of 7th & Market Streets

  • Free Nightly Parking - The Wilmington Parking Authority lot at 8th & Orange Streets is free and open to the public if you enter after 6 pm during the week and all day on the weekends.

  • Free Metered Parking- The City of Wilmington also offers metered parking through ParkMobile throughout the Central Business District. Metered parking is free on weeknights after 6pm and on weekends.

Additionally, Colonial Parking offers monthly residential parking at a discounted rate on the surface lots located at 5th & Orange Street, 6th & Orange Street, 7th & Orange Street, and 8th & West Street. Contact Colonial directly at 302.651.3600 to learn more and take advantage of this offer!

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Best of Delaware 2021: Downtown Wilmington Winners!

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This was a tough year for our small businesses and we missed out on a lot but we want to celebrate those who overcame, persevered and are back and better than ever! Our Downtown winners thought outside of the box with innovative ideas and hardwork and now its time to applaud them.

Delaware Today announced this year’s Best of Delaware 2021 winners thanks to readers and editors throughout the state that nominated and voted for their favorite Delaware Businesses, and over xx establishments in our very own Downtown Wilmington community! We can’t wait to celebrate this year at the Best of Delaware party on September 30th at the Chase Center on the Riverfront.

Please join us in congratulating these well-deserving businesses by supporting their hard work by visiting their in-store location, ordering take out, or purchasing a gift card!

Best Places for Shopping & Services:
Tattoo Parlor, Editors: Poppycock Tattoo

Best Food & Drink:
After-Work Drinks, Editors: Makers Alley
Artsy Latte, Editors: Milk and Honey @ Loma
Brunch Variety, Editors: Le Cavalier
European Bistro, Editors: La Fia Bistro
Fresh Mex to Go, Editors: El Diablo
Grain Bowl, Editors: Green Box Kitchen
Innovative Plates, Editors: Bardea Food + Drink
Mocktail, Editors: Torbert Street Social
New Menu, Editors: Tonic Steak & Seafood
Workday Lunch Spot, Editors: DE.CO Food Hall
Coffee Shop, Editors: Brew HaHa!
New Restaurant, Editors: Dorcea
Sushi, Editors: Mikimotos
Weeknight Specials, Editors: Chelsea Tavern 
Japanese, Readers: Mikimotos
Best Coffee, Readers: Brew HaHa!
New Restaurant, Readers: Dorcea
Sushi, Readers: Mikimotos
Wilmington/Center City Restaurant, Readers: Chelsea Tavern 

Best Fun & Leisure Activities: 

Hotel, Editors: Hotel Du Pont
Spa Experience, Editors: Currie Hair, Skin & Nails (at Hotel DuPont)
Stage Performances, Editors: The Grand Opera House and The Playhouse on Rodney Square

 People Who Make the First State Unique:
Local Designer, Editors: Liv McClintock