Party&Entertaining: Easy Salmon Dill Cucumber Bites
Easy, no-cook tasty hors d'oeuvre. Salmon dill cucumber bites are easy to make and great for serving whether it is an elegant, holiday, or a casual occasion. These tasty treats take very little time to whip up, and they ideal for serving large crowds….
Party&Entertaining: BBQ Andouille Sausage & Apples
Succulent saucy covered apples and spicy sausage. “BBQ Andouille Sausage & Apples!” Barbecue andouille sausage and granny smith apples may be uncommon, but it is a genuinely delicious bite. People have been pairing pork and fruit together for centuries. Traditionally, pork cuts like roast…
Tips&Tricks: Wine Bar Secret: Keeping An Eye Out
Being a wine enthusiast, I spend a fair amount of time keeping an eye out for great ways to indulge my passion. Although I have to admit, the local wine bar is not usually the place you would find me sipping wine. Generally, I prefer…
Bottle Notes: RJV Cabernet Sauvignon 2014
If you follow trends, then you are probably drinking big heavy cabs this time of year – you know, winter time and all. Typically, with seasonal changes comes our preference in wines. RJV Cabernet Sauvignon was one of my recent choices for the this chilly…
Quick Sip: Château Haut Sociondo
In the glass Château Haut Sociondo has a lovely deep garnet color. Crafted from Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot on the nose it has appealing earthiness with subtle dark berries. Fruit forward in the mouth with dark and red berries notes, cedar, and faint sweet tobacco…
30 Minute Stuffed Peppers – You Have Never Experienced Anything Like This!
Ohhhh, I love peppers, and I am not picky about what kind of peppers they are – most of the time. Today I will be using poblano’s for my stuffed peppers. I take spicy peppers very seriously. But, spicy or not, as long as there…
Cooking Secret: Making Great Gumbo Every Time
Gumbo is one of those dishes that I can eat anytime of the year – but, usually I stick to preparing it during the chilly months. I have a great secret to making great gumbo every time. Ultimately, keep it simple and be patient. Gumbo,…
Wine Review: Left Coast Estate – Wines Worth a Sip
While I can’t say that I am much of a Chardonnay fan, although I will enjoy a good glass from time to time, Pinot Noir is on my list of favs. Left Coast Cellars has many. Oregon is known for Pinot Noir with close to…
