Did you know that October 4 is National Taco Day? Neither did I! However, we have all heard the phrase “Taco Tuesday.” I like to call it “Street Taco Tuesday” since, I can’t resist a good street taco. Oddly enough, it’s 2019, and the date falls…
Summer refuses to retreat to fall in my corner of the world. So, I decided to straddle the seasons with this legit bottle of Eroica Riesling 2016. Dry riesling wines pair amazingly well with both warm and cooler weather. …
A few weeks ago, I had the opportunity to participate in #NCWineChat. The chat included fellow wine bloggers/influencers, winemakers, and industry experts. The inaugural Twitter-based chat, held in celebration of North Carolina Wine Month was very insightful.…
There are tons of different cuts of beef on the market today. One of the most economical cuts and favorite of mine is bottom round. I make the most perfect pasta and bottom round steak dish you will ever taste. …
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North Carolina Wineries; Whats The Real Deal?
So, I finally got around to visiting a few North Carolina wineries. Well, as bad as it may sound, credible wineries (so to speak) in the region. Before you start to contort your face, and get a sour taste in your mouth, stick around hear me…
One of the most exciting things about cooking is the skill of taking simple food and elevating its flavor with unexpected ingredients. Take tuna, for example. It would not be my favorite food when served as a salad or a sandwich. But these spicy tuna patties…
Anyone who knows me in the wine world knows I enjoy an excellent Viognier. I understand the varietal isn't for everyone. Recently, I received this F. Stephen Miller Viognier 2018 in a wine club shipment. My first sip sent my palate into a tailspin, — whoa,…
It's summertime, and you know what that means; It's time for a low-country boil! In my case, an Early Mountain Low-Country boil.…
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Wings And Skins Recipe — Did You See This Recent Recipe Making You Immediately Re-Think Summer Meals
Summertime, the warmest of the seasons; inviting us to get out of the house, enjoy the sunshine and all of the opportunities that go along with it — the pool, outdoor dining, summer activities, and savoring the seasons most popular foods. Generally, fresh, crisp salads, grilled…
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Buying Summer Sippers With A Blind Eye Can Cost You
Summer has arrived, and it's the perfect time to go on a quest for crisp, fresh beverages to cool down. Since my drink of choice is wine (no surprise there), I tend to lean toward finding those that pair well with 80° and…
