Cork Talk
Nothing Pairs With Brussel Sprouts
“Wine to me is passion. It’s family and friends. Its warmth of heart and generosity of spirit. Wine is art. It’s culture, it’s the essence of civilization and the art of living.” ~Robert Mondavi I was recently asked about why I do not write more about my wine journey and share more of that passion
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Food + Drink
Stove to Table within 30 minutes: Moroccan Lentil Stew with Raisins
This lentil stew with raisins is considered a traditional Moroccan comfort soup much like our beloved chicken soup. Chick peas, lentils, and golden raisins stew in a savory tomato broth with cinnamon, cumin and red pepper. Dried fruits are a staple in a Moroccan kitchen and the raisins here are a perfect addition
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Food + Drink
Savoring the Season: Chilled Strawberry Soup
We often associate soup with cold weather comfort. Soup provides warm weather comfort too. A chilled berry soup is often refreshing and light with a hint of sweetness that can be very satisyfying during the warm months without being heavy and hot. Strawberries are at their peak in Florida and there is no resisting using
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Cocktails
Tallahassee Style-Meyer Lemon Limoncello Liqueur
We had to harvest all our Meyer lemons when the “polar vortex” decided to visit the sunshine state. We have one tree about 8-10 feet tall, that must be planted in just the right location because this tree has provided this season at least 500 healthy Meyer lemons. My fingers are crossed that the freeze