Neat Thoughts About Food, Wine, Travel & More
What could be more comforting than a hearty, warm soup on a cold winter day? Nothing, that’s what! This soup could easily be vegetarian by replacing the chicken broth with vegetable broth. 3 cups chicken broth 1 ounce Porcini mushrooms 1/2 stick butter 2 celery stalks, minced 1/2 cup onion, minced 2 garlic cloves, minced […]
[Continue reading...]For those looking for wine suggestions for Valentine’s Day, I want to share my latest Jersey Bites compilation of 10 Provocatively-Named Wines for Valentine’s Day. Whether you’re staying home to enjoy a home-made dinner or going out to a restaurant that allows you to bring wine, I hope you try one of these ten wines […]
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Rosé wine sales are booming on the American market with 3.3 million cases estimated to have been sold in 2015, up from 500,000 cases sold in 2008 (source: Nielson). What was once considered a summer patio wine, rosé has become popular year-around due primarily to its food-friendliness. While there are numerous light-bodied rosés best served […]
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On 2/21, Crystal Springs Resort will host a Masters of Mixology Dinner featuring author Warren Bobrow and cocktail expert Christopher James. This exclusive event will feature a five-course menu by Executive Chef Anthony Bucco paired with cocktails from two of New Jersey’s premier mixologists. Bobrow will demonstrate a cocktail from his popular series of books […]
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When I went to the market last weekend, I found the biggest cauliflower head I think I’d seen. Knowing bigger isn’t always better, I still bought it to make a soup with Indian-inspired flavors. It’s simple to make, very comforting on a chilly day and, most importantly, tastes like a million bucks. Note that I […]
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Nut Goodie is a candy bar that has been manufactured by Saint Paul, Minnesota’s Pearson’s Candy Company for over 100 years. The popular Midwest candy bar is a blend of chocolate, maple and peanuts and is decadent and purely delicious. I’d never heard of this candy bar until my friend and colleague, Pam, brought bags […]
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Crystal Springs Resort will be catering to guests of all types with various dining experiences at its many restaurants for Valentine’s Day weekend. Restaurant Latour Executive Chef Anthony Bucco has created a tantalizing 7-course tasting menu that will be served at the jewel-box like Restaurant Latour on both Saturday February 13th and Sunday February 14th […]
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On Monday February 29th at 7PM, Chefs Bryan Gregg of Escape Montclair and Robert Ubhaus of Redux will join Terre à Terre Chef Todd Villani for a six-course dinner celebrating “leap year day”. Menu details: 1st Course Sautéed (make it hop) scallops / crispy prosciutto / Brussels / miso mushroom purée (Chef Villani) 2nd Course […]
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Spuntino Wine Bar & Italian Tapas will offer a special Foods and Wines of Venice menu at its Clifton Commons location in Clifton, NJ. This menu will be available from January 27 through February 10. Amazing wines will be paired with specialty dishes hand-crafted by Executive Chef Josh Bernstein. Foods and Wines of Venice Menu: […]
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Deep ruby color in the glass. Red berry and tart cherries on the nose that carry over to the palate. Light tannins and good acidity. Spicy/sweet finish. Pairings: Grilled red meat, game, hard cheeses. Style: Red Wine Grape Type(s): Blend of Syrah, Kotsifali and Mandilari Region: Crete, Greece Price: $12
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