Neat Thoughts About Food, Wine, Travel & More
Bought two bottles of this Champagne last weekend and loved the first one. I popped the second one last night’s for #champagneday, a virtual tasting of all things Champagne. This Champagne is golden in the glass with tons of tiny bubbles. On the nose, the Bollinger Special Cuvee offers Asian apple and buttered toast notes. […]
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I participated in a virtual tasting last night hosted by Jeff Gordon Cellars featuring its Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah blend named Joie De Vivre. For those of you who have not taken part in a social media wine tasting, this is what it entails: Buy a bottle of the themed wine, in this case, […]
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Brilliant cherry color in the glass. Big bright nose of ripe red berries. This medium-bodied Carneros Pinot Noir is classic California Pinot. Cherry and red berries explode out of the glass. Earthy, mushroom notes that linger on the finish. Velvety in the mouth. Just a really nice 100% organic Pinot, especially at this price point. […]
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Tomato soup and a grilled cheese sandwich. What could be more classic and comforting on a cool evening? In the below photo, I pair this simple-to-make soup with a sharp Provolone and Sopressata grilled cheese for a bit more upscale feel. Since it uses canned tomatoes, this soup can be made in the middle of […]
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This Italian wine is dark purple in the glass. It offers aromas of dark, ripe cherries and Chinese five spice and flavors of stone fruit and dark berries with hints of leather. Soft tannins with a nice level of acidity. Lovers of Chianti will enjoy this affordable Sangiovese. Pairings: Grilled beef, cured meats and cheese […]
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I would normally be upset if I reserved a room at a bed and breakfast only to find out there was no actual breakfast being served but over the weekend, the lack of breakfast at my B&B prompted me to eat at Sam’s Morning Glory Diner in South Philadelphia and I am thrilled about it. […]
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For those of you who have read my blog, Tweets and Facebook posts for a while, you know that I have a major downfall for Cadbury Creme Eggs. Come Easter time, I am first in line to welcome the milk chocolaty treats to local stores. The bad thing about Cadbury Eggs – they are only […]
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I am always excited when someone sends me a recipe that I am allowed to publish and share with you. This super simple and delicious recipe comes from my Marketing Intern, Kayla, who bakes these bars and brought them to work last week. This recipe is her Grand-Mother’s. Crust Ingredients: 1 ½ sticks of butter, […]
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I am excited to share with you a super sexy and tasty cocktail I sipper at Strip House in Livingston, NJ. Beyond the delicious food served by Chef Bill Zucosky, the cocktails served at this popular New Jersey Steakhouse are to-die-for. Ingredients: 2 Lime Wedges Handful of Fresh Blueberries 1 oz. Simple Syrup 2 oz. […]
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Amid the red velvet wallpaper, velour seating and black and white burlesque-style photographs from the early 1900s, diners can delight in Executive Chef Bill Zucosky’s modern steakhouse dishes that showcase his creativity and New Jersey-sourced ingredients. Located in AAA 4-Diamond Westminster Hotel, Strip House offers food not typical of many hotel restaurants. Fresh, not pre-prepared […]
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