First State Hospitality

Issue 9.28

July 21, 2023

Hospitality in the First State

NEW CASTLY COUNTY

WILMINGTON WELCOMES WEGMANS

When our Wilmington Wegmans store opened on October 26, 2022, it was our 110th location overall, but our first in the state of Delaware. Founded in 1916 by brothers Walter and John, we’re still owned and operated by the Wegman family. One of the things we’re known for is our long-standing reputation as an exceptional employer. Read more >

SWEET SUCCESS

Bing’s Bakery is Delaware’s

longest continuously running bakery, proudly serving Newark and

the surrounding area since 1871.

And they're expanding!

RIVERFRONT'S NEWEST VENUE

Hyatt Place Wilmington Riverfront & Riverfront Events makes special events a cinch. A stay here puts you close to must-see attractions, trendy shopping, and dining along the picturesque Christina River. Read more >

KENT COUNTY

THE SPIRIT OF SMYRNA

Painted Stave Distilling, founded by Ron Gomes and Mike Rasmussen, is enjoying its tenth year of operation in downtown Smyrna, Del. The distillery, housed in the Old Smyrna Theater, is celebrated as a unique and modern industrial venue for gathering with friends and family, as well as producing unique experiences and a location for private events. Read more >

SHH—MEETING IN PROGRESS

If you haven't been to

your local library recently,

we think you will be pleasantly surprised by what you find.

Each library has a unique collection of valuable resources, both

physical and virtual, that can

support your business’s growth. Read more >

STATE-OF-THE-ART

HYBRID EVENTS

Thanks to federal funds Delaware Technical Community College received for pandemic relief efforts, they were able to turn a vision of transforming the way the College operates and delivers instruction, meetings, and events into a reality. Read more >

SUSSEX COUNTY

A FRESH FACE

The Grotto Pizza brand is laced with nostalgia, but we must meet the future needs

of our employees and our guests. Consequently, we’ve embarked on a proactive improvement campaign. We are renovating Grotto Pizza Grand Slam in Lewes, building

a new Dewey Beach restaurant, and now we’re putting our best face forward with the redevelopment of our headquarters between Rehoboth and Dewey. Read more >

SURF BAGEL EXPANDS

Surf Bagel will grow alongside the Delaware community. With three stores currently open in Lewes, Midway, and Milford, and a fourth coming to Long Neck this summer, SoDel Concepts is excited to bring the well-loved bagels and beach vibe to new places. Read more >

A NEW HOSPITALITY & SPA EXPERIENCE

Beacon Hospitality is excited to announce the groundbreaking of The Fassett House Inn & Spa at Bayside, a stunning new property that will offer unparalleled

luxury and relaxation in the heart of Fenwick Island. Read more >

CONNECTING SCHOOLS. ENGAGING EMPLOYERS.

BECOME A PRINCIPAL FOR A DAY

Delaware Principal for a Day is set to take place this October 16-20. The program will strategically place business and community leaders in high schools across Delaware including public, private, charter and parochial. By participating in this program, you will experience a day in the life of a principal, as well as play a role in the development of our future workforce. Learn more >

PHOTOS OF THE WEEK

DSCC's Tyler Micik

attended the 2023 Eastern States Retail Conference in New York City

Intern Delaware held a workshop with United Way of Delaware at the Chemours Discovery Hub

The DYPN teamed up

with Leadership Delaware for a workshop on building your network