On this Christmas Eve, I want to take a moment to wish everyone a happy holidy season and a prosperous, healthy 2010. I`m visiting family in Canada and baking traditional Quebec treats, cooking old favorites and drinking some pretty neat wines that I can`t wait to share with you in the new year. All the […]
[Continue reading...]2007 Rockpile Zinfandel Seghesio Family Vineyards
December 13, 2009 By
Bright berry flavors reminded me of Grandma’s juicy raspberry pie. The word ‘succulent’ might have never applied to a wine better than this one. This Zin feels thick and sorts of coats your mouth in a most appreciated way. Tasted peppery and clove nuances. Amazingly well-balanced with solid tannins. A big, bold Zinfandel that delivers. […]
[Continue reading...]The Chickie Award – Top Recipes of 2009
December 10, 2009 By
Hey foodies, post a link to the recipe on your website/blog that you consider to be your best and get a chance to win a $100 Visa Gift Card! By 12/31/09, leave a comment on this post letting me know which recipe on your site you’d like considered, and you could win! Top 10 recipes […]
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9 December 2009 
Have a Penchant for Fabulous Food? Café Panache Delivers
December 9, 2009 By
Our party of four was greeted warmly upon arriving at this cozy, upscale restaurant and was seated at a table with great chairs. Yes, I’m mentioning chairs as I believe restaurants often omit splurging on this important décor item. The smallish space boasts a hip and wealthy crowd (can you say “Real Housewives of New […]
[Continue reading...]2003 La Chapelle de Calon Saint-Estephe
December 9, 2009 By
Really enjoyed this wine. It’s a good example of a Saint-Estephe Bordeaux, especially for a second wine. Bold berry flavors and a super smooth finish that’s completely satisfying, particularly at about $25.
[Continue reading...]La Marca Di Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco
December 8, 2009 By
The pale yellow Prosecco is a great find and a smart buy at around $12. The La Marca Di Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco is light, crisp and offers a pleasant dry finish that’s citrusy and fresh. This sparkling wine is affordable enough for any occasion, but could easily be featured at special events. 90 Points – […]
[Continue reading...]2003 Silver Oak Cabernet Sauvignon – Alexander Valley
December 8, 2009 By
This dark ruby wine is a big mouthful of ripe berries with woody herb nuances. It offers soft-ish, refined tannins but, if I must be critical, an understated finish. Somewhat pricey at around $80, but an overall very good wine.
[Continue reading...]Will Make Suicidal Drive for Food and Wine
December 5, 2009 By
Tonight, my party and I have dinner plans at Cafe Panache, about an hour away in Bergen County, and I’m going to fight the snow blizzard to get there just so I can uncork the 2 wines I purchased for the evening. Crazy? Only if the food turns out badly of if my wine is […]
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