Neat Thoughts About Food, Wine, Travel & More
We uncorked this 2012 Viña Lanciano Rioja by Bodegas LAN when we recently grilled some filet mignon kabobs over charcoal and it was a perfect match. This wine would pair beautifully with Thanksgiving foods. According toBodegas LAN Viña Lanciano is the architect of the original philosophy of our winery. Its name reflects the essence of […]
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Soups are our thing at our home and I try to make a giant batch on Sundays to eat throughout the week. This week, I had a ton of vegetables left and tried to use them all in this delish and easy to make Cream of Vegetable Soup. It’s perfect for #MeatlessMonday or any old […]
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The popularity of eating out on Thanksgiving has grown in the last few years. Preparing and hosting for Turkey Day can be overwhelming in terms of cost and time resources plus the skills needed to throw a great party can be daunting to many people. Eating out makes a lot of sense and oftentimes, costs […]
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Fall is in full swing and the perfect season to cozy up with a cocktail to put you in the Autumnal spirit is here! Check out some of the top places in the Philadelphia area to take a break from pumpkin picking and hayrides. Aqimero at The Ritz-Carlton thinks inside the box with their specialty Smoke cocktail. The […]
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I’m unsure why I don’t drink more Rias Baixas Albariño – it’s outstanding and an incredible value! The wines from that region are refreshing, delicious, showcase the big flavors I enjoy in white wines and are food-friendly to boot. I enjoyed this 2018 Bodegas Granbazán Etiqua Verde Albariño wine at a tasting dinner where it […]
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I love one pot/pan dishes. I especially love them when they’re as simple and delicious as this easy, cheesy pasta dish. I had a lot of basil left from my summer crop, so I added a giant handful to my already basil-packed marinara sauce that I took out of the freezer for this purpose. I […]
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White Birch Restaurant, situated in Flanders, New Jersey, offers one of the best dining experiences in the Garden State in a handsome space staffed with a friendly, welcoming team. About the Space The spacious open dining room is modern, airy and comfortable. The far wall is papered in white birch wallpaper creating a calming, peaceful […]
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According to Susan G. Komen, approximately 268,600 women and 2,670 men in the United States will develop new cases of invasive breast cancer in 2019. This month, businesses across the country are doing their part to raise funds and support the fight against breast cancer. Spuntino Wine Bar & Italian Tapas, specializing in small plates that put […]
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I was thrilled to learn that Bryan Gregg is the new Executive Chef and Partner of Café Chameleon located in Bloomingdale, New Jersey. Chef Gregg, who gained a loyal clientele as the Chef/Owner of Escape Montclair, is further refining Café Chameleon’s menus to take advantage of the freshest ingredients at the markets, the docks and […]
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Spuntino Wine Bar & Italian Tapas, which specializes in small plates dining with a modern twist on Italian classics, will host a Susana Balbo Wine Dinner at its Clifton, NJ location on Thursday, September 26 at 7pm. Located in the Mendoza region of Argentina, Susana Balbo Winery strives to create perfectly balanced wines by blending […]
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