This big and rich Chianti was rated 91 by Wine Spectator and rightly so. This wine features spicy and sweet layers and intense dark berry flavors. The color of this wine is the darkest ruby. Served half the bottle decanted and the other half not. The wine out of the bottle was sharp but not […]
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1 November 2009 
2008 Provenance Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc
November 1, 2009 By
This food-friendly Sauvignon Blanc was rated 91 by Wine Spectator and deserves the honor. It has a well-balanced level of acidity and is pleasantly dry. There’s a brightness about the 2008 Provenance Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc that’s vibrant with peach – tropical fruit – lemon flavors and hints of minerals. Paired well with apple, grilled cheese […]
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30 October 2009 
Mosel Wine Region of Germany in Three Days
October 30, 2009 By
Wine lovers looking for a quick getaway to one of Europe’s most beautiful regions should consider the Mosel Wine Region of Germany. The heart of the region is a mere 3 ½ hour drive from Amsterdam and a short 1 ½ hour drive from Dusseldorf. A rental car is highly recommended to fully enjoy all […]
[Continue reading...]Hazelnut Chocolate Spread
October 29, 2009 By
As someone who grew up with a sister addicted to Nutella, I find interesting the idea of being able to whip up a batch of the decadent chocolate-hazelnut spread within just a few minutes. Ingredients: 2 cups raw hazelnuts 1 cup confectioners’ sugar ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, such as Scharffen Berger or Ghirardelli 3 […]
[Continue reading...]Thai Food Craving? Twitter to the Rescue!
October 26, 2009 By
Last week, my guy and I had a craving for Thai Tom Yum/Ka Gai soup. We used to get this tangy and spicy soup as take-out back when we lived in South Florida, but haven’t found a place we really like in the ‘burbs of Northern New Jersey. I decided to try to make the […]
[Continue reading...]2008 Kim Crawford Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc
October 25, 2009 By
I’ve purchased this Kim Crawford wine several times for casual dinners where I didn’t want to spend a ton of money but still wanted to enjoy a decent glass of wine. I wasn’t disappointed again last night when I uncorked, um, unscrewed, another bottle. We paired this bottle with Thai food and found that it […]
[Continue reading...]Press-In Shortbread Pie Crust (Martha Stewart Living November 2009)
October 24, 2009 By
Saw this simple recipe in the November 2009 issue of Living and thought it’d be perfect for Thanksgiving and holiday pies, like my maple syrup pie. Ingredients: 2 ounces (4 tbs) butter, softened 3 tbs sugar 1 large egg 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 tsp salt Directions: Stir together butter and sugar in a medium […]
[Continue reading...]Easy, Sure-to-Roll Pie Crust
October 22, 2009 By
This recipe is ‘simple-as-pie’. While it’s tender and flaky, it’s not difficult to roll out. Ingredients: 1 cup butter (2 sticks), chilled & cut into tablespoon-size pieces 1/3 cup water, chilled 3 tbs sugar 3 cups flour Directions: Combine the sugar and the flour in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle […]
[Continue reading...]Bali by the Sea – Pleasant Hawaiian Grub
October 21, 2009 By
Located at the Hilton Hawaiian Village, Bali by the Sea is an inviting, warm space. First, definitely try to secure a table right off the ocean on the wall of open floor-to-ceiling windows. Sitting and dining at one of these tables provides a unique dining experience in true Aloha spirit. The menu isn’t unpredictable, but […]
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