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Sparkle this Holiday with Sparkling Wines
by Rimple Nayyar Any wine that contains dissolved carbon dioxide is termed as “sparkling wine.” A little distinction between Champagne and sparkling wines – all Champagnes are sparkling wines, but not all sparkling wines
Read More »Giving Thanks for Michigan’s Rich Bounty
by Dianna Stamplfer Michigan is often referred to as the “Mitten of Plenty” – and as we head into the fall harvest season it’s the perfect time to reflect and give thanks for the
Read More »A Very Beery Michigan Thanksgiving
by Dianna Stampfler Beer Brined Turkey with Fennel Spice Rub Fennel Spice Rub 1 cup fennel seeds 2 Tablespoons white peppercorns 3 Tablespoons kosher salt 2 Tablespoons ground basil Put the fennel seeds and
Read More »Top 11 Places for Tender Foodie Dishing
written by Elisabeth Veltman photography Two Eagles Marcus, Alyssa Corwin, WLM As food allergies mysteriously blanket our planet with new statistics (and let’s face it, new problems) more vendors, groups and restaurants are
Read More »Holiday Eggnog Recipe
Eggnog is a drink that can evoke strong feelings of the holidays within minutes. There are variations of eggnog sold commercially, but many people swear by homemade versions for their taste and authenticity. Try
Read More »Michigan Wine Pairings
courtesy MichiganWines.com When food and wine are perfectly paired something magical happens – the pleasure of your meal is greater than the sum of its parts. Here is the criteria: The flavors and the
Read More »Ode to Chardonnay
by Allie Merrick As autumn slows the world in preparation for the stillness of winter, let us pause for a moment to consider what is noble in our life by way of definition. noble: adj. possessing outstanding
Read More »Koeze’s Cream Nut Peanut Butter Cookies
Ingredients: - 1 c. unbleached all-purpose flour - ½ tsp. baking soda - ½ tsp. salt - 1 c. of Cream-Nut smooth peanut butter (about 9 ounces) - ½ c. (packed) golden
Read More »A Tasting of Pinot Noirs
by Rimple Nayyar | photos by Two Eagles Marcus “It’s a hard grape to grow. As you know. Right? It’s, uh, it’s thin- skinned, temperamental, ripens early. It’s, you know, it’s not a survivor
Read More »Autumn Acorn Squash Soup
by Rebekah R., Appleton, WI 6 servings Cooking Time: 10 minutes 1 small onion 1/4 cup chopped celery 2 tablespoons sweet cream butter 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon 1/2 teaspoon dill
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