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Simple to prepare and tastes like a million bucks – this soup has it all. Perfect first course on a cold winter night or when hosting guests who are vegetarians. Ingredients: 2 tbsp vegetable oil 1/2 medium Spanish onion, finely chopped 3 celery ribs, finely chopped 3 leeks, white and light green parts chopped 1 […]
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On a recent visit to the Finger Lakes wine region of New York, I had the pleasure of visiting Anthony Road Wine Company at the recommendation of Lenn Thompson of the New York Cork Report. My initial reaction to seeing the beautiful structure the tasting room resides in was – wow, what wines might be […]
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Paprika and Tarragon Chicken and Egg Salad Mini Sandwiches It’s Friday, the day before my weekly trip to the grocery store, so here we go with the typical “There’s nothing to eat in this house” complaints from my guy. As you’ll see from the picture of this dish, these small sandwiches could be great at […]
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Who could visit the Finger Lakes wine region of New York and not visit Dr Konstantin Frank Vinifera Wine Cellars? Not my party and nor should you. First, the tasting room in Hammondsport, NY is vibrant with fun energy (did I mention we visited on Halloween weekend?). The staff, especially Colleen, is helpful and knows […]
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Since its first vintage in 1977, Heron Hill has grown from a small 5,000 case winery that only made white wines into an award-winning, dynamic, 20,000 case production facility and entertainment destination for more than 50,000 people every year. Overlooking scenic Keuka Lake, the winery’s tasting room is a sprawling, beautiful space with neat architecture […]
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This soup is super simple to make and looks like it took all day to prepare. Dress the soup with a light drizzle of heavy cream for an elegant touch. Ingredients: 2 tbsp vegetable oil 1/2 medium Spanish onion, finely chopped 3 celery ribs, finely chopped 1 pound cremini mushrooms, sliced 1 tsp dried thyme […]
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At the recommendation of Lenn Thompson of the New York Cork Report, we visited 5-year old Red Tail Ridge Winery on a recent visit to the Finger Lakes wine region. Red Tail Ridge winery is owned and operated by Mike Schnelle and Nancy Irelan (short video), a husband and wife team, who are dedicated to […]
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Most fans of Finger Lakes wines and Mosel-style Rieslings have heard of Hermann J. Wiemer, and the fame, awards and accolades are well-deserved. The winery’s history is rich with Hermann J. Wiemer’s mother coming from a family of Mosel winemakers dating back 300 years and a father who was a skilled nurseryman. Hermann J. Wiemer […]
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Linguini with Gorgonzola and Pine Nuts You got it: it’s Friday, the day before my weekly trip to the grocery store, so here we go with the typical “There’s nothing to eat in this house” complaints from my guy. As you’ll see from the picture of this dish, I wasn’t quick enough with the camera […]
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Do you ever host hors-d’oeuvres parties and run out of ideas on what to make? I love the idea of tapas for a home party and often struggle to make tasty bites while also having the freedom to prepare some of the dishes ahead of time. The Chorizo and Manchego Bites fulfill the easy and […]
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