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Explore Ohio // Historic Downtown Delaware

September 10, 2018 by Rachel 25 Comments

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Things have been quite busy around here. I haven’t intentionally been not posting — it’s just that I’ve had so many exciting things happening on my social calendar that I’ve barely had a second to breathe!

One of those exciting things was an adventure to Delaware, Ohio for a blogger meetup! I was excited, considering the last time I’d intentionally visited Delaware I was eleven, but I’d heard great things about downtown and I was really looking forward to checking it out for myself.

Our first stop was at the Fresh Start Café, where the owner and his wife, whom also just happens to be the incredible baker, greeted us with open arms and fresh pastries!

We mixed and mingled and tasted all of the delicious croissants, tarts, bars, and cookies before heading out to explore downtown.

The downtown area is home to a weekly Saturday morning farmers market, which is incredible for both the students of the nearby university and the residents of the town. I was able to find fresh vegetables, antibiotic-free meats, and even kombucha!

My favorite finds were probably these cookies (I bought the paint-your-own-dino cookies for my kids).

I stopped into all of these tiny little shops throughout the downtown area. One of my favorite things is how PUNNY the names of the stores are! The Greater Gouda? What The Tux? Like, C’mon! I LOVE it!

Our next stop was the Strand Theatre. This gorgeous little theatre has been around since 1916 and is one of the 10 longest operating theaters in the United States! It’s independently operated and a non-profit but still shows first-run movies.

Admission is cheap, considering the cost of movies these days! It’s only $7 for general admission tickets, and there are deals for students and seniors daily!

Breweries + Brewpubs + Restaurants. 

I was amazed at how many brewpubs called Downtown Delaware home! For a ‘small town,’ I counted at least 4 — which is a craft beer lovers dream.

Besides the Flying Pig Ale House, we also stopped at Restoration Brew Worx.

Oak + Brazen Wine Company is a fantastic little urban winery and offers incredible charcuterie and flatbreads!

I truly had no idea that this kind of culture existed in small-town Ohio! I can’t wait to visit again — this time with the whole family.

What’s your favorite

“unheard of” place

to visit and explore??

 

 

Many thanks to Mary of the Fervent Foodie for organizing this event and to Periwinkle Photography for capturing us in action.

 

 

 

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  1. joy abou zeid

    September 10, 2018 at 9:53 am

    very nice post and nice photos!!

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  2. Jennifer Morrison

    September 10, 2018 at 1:03 pm

    This looks like such a lovely day, and a beautiful town! I worked in Ohio for 15 years, and so I visited quite a bit of the state, but never Delaware.

    Reply
  3. Emily

    September 10, 2018 at 7:01 pm

    This looks like such a cute little place! It looks like you had fun on your trip.

    Reply
  4. Maegan

    September 10, 2018 at 7:32 pm

    This trip looks amazing! I can’t decide my favorite part–maybe that gorgeous Farmer’s Market! Makes me want to go to Ohio for a blogger conference too!

    Reply
  5. Leslie

    September 11, 2018 at 8:51 am

    Oh, my gosh! I love that. I’d love to go there. I love small towns with all their quaintness.

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  6. Danielle

    September 11, 2018 at 9:20 am

    I love this so much! We aren’t too far from you. This would be a fun weekend trip for our crew!

    Reply
  7. Justine

    September 11, 2018 at 10:06 am

    I love historic downtown areas, there’s always so many unique activities to do! The theater sounds really neat, I’d love to see that!

    Reply
  8. Mary Cowx

    September 11, 2018 at 10:11 am

    LOVE THIS!! Thank you so much for coming out to Delaware 😀

    Reply
  9. Shani | Sunshine & Munchkins

    September 11, 2018 at 12:17 pm

    What a cute little place! I feel like most towns have really neat little shops and attractions, but you might not find them unless you are looking for them or someone else recommends them.

    Reply
  10. Rochelle

    September 11, 2018 at 12:58 pm

    So fun! Ohio really is a nice place to visit!

    Reply
  11. Kate BK

    September 11, 2018 at 5:04 pm

    This looks like so much fun. I don’t know anything about Delware! Pinning this to my travel board for Ohio roadtrip ideas. 🙂

    Reply
  12. Kim Spaetti

    September 12, 2018 at 10:21 am

    What a fun event to attend with other bloggers and to get to know your downtown!

    Reply
  13. eryka

    September 12, 2018 at 10:45 am

    OMG adding to my travel list! The photos sold me!

    Reply
  14. jessica

    September 12, 2018 at 1:40 pm

    That bakery looks so yummy!

    Reply
  15. Julie I Aloha Lovely

    September 12, 2018 at 2:56 pm

    What an adorable little community! I love small town exploring.

    Reply
  16. Christa

    September 12, 2018 at 3:17 pm

    This is perfect setting for a wonderful day. I love quaint shops, independently owned bakeries, and microbreweries. Delaware, Ohio looks like such a charming town!

    Reply
  17. Mary Leigh

    September 12, 2018 at 4:07 pm

    This looks so fun! I love a good blogger meet-up and I especially love visiting local shops and restaurants in downtowns!

    Reply
  18. Clair

    September 12, 2018 at 5:05 pm

    I love visiting areas like this! So many fun ways to visit such a great little community. I am really loving the idea of that farmer’s market too 🙂

    Reply
  19. Tami

    September 12, 2018 at 5:06 pm

    Painting my own cookies sounds like a fun way to slow down and enjoy Ohio. The historic parts will entertain my husband.

    Reply
  20. Aarika

    September 13, 2018 at 1:00 pm

    What a great opportunity to learn more about historic downtown Delaware. Thank you! I’ve never been to Delaware, but it looks like such a special and unique city. I am adding it to my list. Cheers!

    Reply
  21. Lane

    September 13, 2018 at 1:52 pm

    This looks like a super fun event! I’ve never been to Ohio, but it looks like a fun place to visit for the weekend!

    Reply
  22. Amanda

    September 13, 2018 at 2:31 pm

    I never knew there was so much going on in Ohio. I need to stop over and see it for myself!

    Reply
  23. Bethany L Mitchell

    September 14, 2018 at 2:21 pm

    this looks like such a charming town! Gonna put it on my list!

    Reply
  24. Karen

    September 14, 2018 at 5:53 pm

    One thing I like about traveling is knowing more about the place’s history and culture! What a good opportunity to learn more about it, plus you get to meet different bloggers too. I can’t wait to travel soon and visit a few unheard places as well. ?

    Reply
  25. Mallorie Owens

    September 18, 2018 at 3:26 pm

    How fun! Delaware is somewhere I’ve always wanted to go.

    Reply

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