New and newer - bigger and better! FINS in downtown Rehoboth is gearing up for a major remodel to increase seating from 114 to 187, and make the restaurant more handicapped-friendly. Agave in Lewes will add 2000 sf to their restaurant (did I hear a collective cheer?) taking over the space vacated by the Habersham Peddler; and, Gilligan's on the canal is being torn down for a complete rebuild this winter.

As I write this, the second Grandpa (MAC), pasta purveyor extraordinaire, is open as of today next to Starbucks and Pier 1 on Route 1. The Rehoboth Foodie reports that the owners of Pig & Fish and Pickled Pig Pub will open a new restaurant in the Beacon Motel in Lewes called The Pig & Publican. And the building near the intersection of Route 1 & 24 that will house the new Rosenfeld's Deli is well under way.

Already open is El Azteca and it's one of my new faves. It's close to my office and offers good food, friendly service and great prices. What's not to love? For happy hour they have the cutest flight of margaritas, but be warned! Even four small samplings pack a punch. Remember the drinks at Tijuana Taxi? If I managed to finish two of their 'ritas, I'd hand over my keys. El Azteca is reminiscent of that...