by Debbie | Dec 30, 2013 | amarone, Boscaini Family, culinary institute of america, Masi Campofiorin, winter dinning series
Sometimes I can get overwhelmed with wine knowledge that I draw a blank. When I received a press release about Autumn Reds from Masi I thought the name sounded familiar but couldn’t place the relationship, a blank. I received a bottle for review from the PR firm...
by Debbie | Dec 26, 2013 | #VAWineChat, Blanc de Blanc, Trump SP Blanc de Blanc, Trump SP Rose, Trump winery
In 2011 Donald Trump purchased Kluge Vineyard and Estate in Charlottesville, Virginia and renamed it Trump Winery. It sits at the heart of the Monticello Wine Trail and ties together terroir and innovation. They pride themselves on making quality wines that are unique...
by Debbie | Dec 25, 2013 | Merry Christmas
by Debbie | Dec 24, 2013 | Captain Lawrence Brewing
‘Twas a few nights before ChristmasAnd all through the breweryPeople were enjoying the oppositeOf nature’s fury.The seasonal carols speak of snow, frost and iceAnd wintry sleigh rides you’d want to do twice.In fact, Sunday was balmy—temps up to 68!Some missed the...
by Debbie | Dec 23, 2013 | Cline 2010 Syrah, Cline Cellars
It is that time of year and time to baking for my cookie swap. Yes 7 dozen cookies to be made. I try to find a new recipe every year and this year I made Chocolate Peanut Butter cookies. What better time to make these cookies than when you are stuck...
