If you are planning a special dinner for that special someone, here is a great "How To" video to help you with your lobster dinner preparations. Read More
Wine: Seghesio, Zinfandel 2011, Sonoma County (Dry Creek and Alexander Valley Blend) Varietals: 87% Zinfandel 9% Petite Sirah 2% Carignane 2% Syrah Color: Dark garnet robe, with shimmering red glints on the rim Notes: Medium bodied, spicy, black currant, raspberry, and dark cherries, very typical of Alexander Valley. Earthy and jammy with a lingering finish, this wine... Read More
I’ve passed by Raglan Road during numerous visits to Downtown Disney, and always wondered what was inside the beautiful old building. It turns out that this restaurant is the most authentic Irish pub you’ll ever find here in Orlando, since was actually built in Dublin and relocated right to the middle of Mickey Mouse-land! Rich... Read More
Start 2014 on the right foot by taking your entertaining to the next level this New Year’s Eve. As you break out the party outfits, champagne and confetti, don’t forget the pür likör blossom! pür likör blossom’s elegance and mythical origins are the perfect thing to add sparkle to your celebration. Bring magic to your... Read More
This stunning Rhône-style wine blend hails from Halter Ranch Winery in the Paso Robles region of California, San Luis Obispo county. Varietals: 48% Grenache 27% Syrah 19% Mourvèdre 6% Tannat Color: beautiful crimson red with hints of violet on the rim Notes: Smoky violets on the nose, dark berries and spice, with juicy red fruits. Tannins are... Read More
We recently had the chance to try a few wines from Lido Bay, a wine collective that hand selects grapes from local vineyards in Paso Robles, Santa Barbara, Monteray County, and then turns them into their own carefully curated vintages. Their winemaker and owner, Dave Armstrong, shared his story with us about how Lido Bay... Read More
Flip your standard eggnog on its merry little head this holiday season with this Drambuie liqueur and coffee tequila twist. Make it vegan with coconut milk instead of half and half. Coffee, Spice, and Everything Nice Crave Local Recipe Kitchen 1 oz. Drambuie 1 oz. Cabo Diablo 1 oz. Half and Half or Coconut... Read More
A box arrived on my doorstep one early autumn afternoon. Nestled in its insulated package were six perfect individual-sized tarts. Hail Merry, indeed. With the holiday season closing in on us more quickly than we’d like, and so very much to do, we can take comfort in someone having prepared the perfect, decadent, single-serving... Read More
Frozen banana ice cream took the internet by storm a while ago. After all, who could resist the allure of a one ingredient, healthy AND indulgent dessert? There were so many possibilities, so easily achieved with mix-ins; from the healthy addition of fruit, to the more decadent chocolate/nut butters. I fell head over heels for... Read More
Our review of Seven Seas Viognier, 2010. SRP: $24, avg retail Varietal: 100% Viognier Color: Pale golden yellow with a hint of blush Notes: Warm, medium bodied, with creamy tropical fruits. Floral and lush, but not sweet, if you’re a California Chardonnay drinker, this one is for you. Banana and peach on the nose, with... Read More