Napa & Sonoma Trip Photos

I’ve posted 26 pictures from my winery tours trip to Napa and Sonoma on the Food & Wine Chickie Facebook fan page: http://bit.ly/aEZeUh What are some of your favorites?

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Sektkellerei Szigeti Cuvee Prestige Brut NV

Really enjoyed this bubbly from Burgenland, Austria at a recent tasting. The wine is cremant-like with tons of tiny bubbles and a floral nose with great acidity. Golden in color, this wine is a great option when looking for an affordable sparkling wine. Around $27.

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Got a Charity?

I’m looking for a charity or benevolent opportunity to get involved in. I live in northern New Jersey and am interested in food so perhaps I can help with a food bank or something along those lines. Other niches are also being considered, so if you’re involved in a charity or project that you feel […]

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Old Hickory Steakhouse Restaurant – Solid Food, Southern Hospitality

Old Hickory Steakhouse Restaurant – Solid Food, Southern Hospitality

Artisanal Cheeses

Hotel restaurants get a bad rap, oftentimes, it’s well deserved. The case isn’t true for Old Hickory Steakhouse at the Gaylord Opryland in Nashville, TN. Set in an antebellum-style mansion, Old Hickory Steakhouse is southern hospitality meets solid food.  Upon arriving at the restaurant, I was warmly greeted by the hosts on the front porch […]

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New Jersey Food & Wine Festival at Crystal Springs Resort

New Jersey Food & Wine Festival at Crystal Springs Resort

Crystal Springs Wine

Gorgeous Crystal Springs Resort is hosting the New jersey Food and Wine Festival this coming weekend and I wanted to share some information about the event in case you’ve yet to purchase you tickets.  Beyond the info below highlighting the amazing events taking place at the resort, here are details about a really cool raffle […]

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Off to Napa and Sonoma We Go

The time is finally here. My guy and I are off to Napa Valley and Sonoma tomorrow for a five-day wine-filled whirlwind. Our two nights in Napa Valley will include nine tastings and some fabulous meals, including dinners at Bistro Jeanty and at La Toque. Our two nights in Sonoma have us going to nine […]

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Momofuku Noodle Bar Porky Visit

Momofuku Noodle Bar Porky Visit

Momofuku Ramen with Pork

Even though I’ve worked in Manhattan and visit often during downtime, I’d not had the opportunity to visit David Chang’s Momofuku Noodle Bar. For those of you in New York City or who visit our fair city, the place is a MUST! Lunch in the trendy hot spot was full of delicious porkyness. I enjoyed the […]

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Ghirardelli Dark Fudgy Brownies

Ghirardelli Dark Fudgy Brownies

Dark Fudgy Brownies

These are THE brownies for chocolate lovers. Almost too rich and chocolaty, but not quite by my standards. I often use these brownies to make brownie hot fudge sundaes. They are fan favorites every time. Ingredients: • 3/4 cups flour • 1/4 tsp. baking soda • 3/4 cup sugar • 1/3 cup butter • 2 […]

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2007 Summers Le Nude Chardonnay

2007 Summers Le Nude Chardonnay

'07 Summers Le Nude

This Alexander Valley unoaked Chardonnay is made with grapes from the Arroyo Secco region of Monterey County. This palest yellow wine features the tiniest bubbles in the glass. The 2007 Summers Le Nude Chardonnay shows a big, tropical fruit body and a super crisp finish with just the right amount of acidity. Very enjoyable wine. […]

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2007 Alta Vista Atemporal Blend

I selected this wine for a ‘blends’ tasting last week since it’s 43% Malbec, 36% Cabernet Sauvignon, 11% Syrah, and 10% Petit Verdot. The 2007 Alta Vista Atemporal is just about the darkest purple wine you’ll find and it’s gorgeous to look at in the glass.  The nose is light upon uncorking but decanting for […]

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