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Homemade Focaccia

August 27, 2013September 1, 2016 baking, bread, Italian

Homemade FocacciaFoccaccia is one of those breads that I never thought much about. I had come across many bland, boring versions that seemed to be overloaded with toppings, more like a thick crust pizza. But recently, I've come across a few restaurants whose focaccia was served plain, maybe with herbs,... Read More

France Grenache/Garnacha Tasting Wine

2010 Domaine Paul Autard Chateauneuf du Pape

August 27, 2013September 9, 2016

When I began drinking wine, Chateauneuf du Pape was one of the reasons I became obsessed. A little AOC in France's Southern Rhone Valley, it is unusual for a French wine because it can include up to 13 different grapes in the blend, although grenache is usually the primary... Read More

How To

The Cronut Chronicles – Part 1

August 25, 2013September 26, 2016 baking, cronuts, sweets

The cronut, it seems, is taking the pastry world by storm. Created by celebrated pastry chef Dominique Ansel at his eponymous bakery in New York (Soho) this May, the lines have been astronomical as demand for the cronut reaches a near frenzy. The bakery sells out just minutes after opening,... Read More

Mains Recipe

Meatloaf: Classic Comfort Food

August 18, 2013September 1, 2016 beef, Mains, pork

While it has history and origins going way back, modern meatloaf is an American dish that is comfort food for good reason. It's warm, filling, delicious, and adding breadcrumbs and veggies to ground meat extends the meat so that the dish is budget friendly as well. It signifies to me... Read More

France New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc Tasting Wine

2011 Greywacke Sauvignon Blanc and 2011 Domaine Gerard Fiou Sancerre

August 17, 2013September 9, 2016

Side by side wine tasting seems to a theme for me recently, and while vacationing with a friend, I figured the summer heat was a sign it was time to try two different expressions of Sauvignon Blanc. I had a New World New Zealand alongside an Old World Sancerre.... Read More

✷ Mains Recipe

Pork Soft Tacos with Homemade Corn Tortillas

August 10, 2013September 1, 2016 corn, Mains, Mexican, tacos, tortillas

There is just something undeniably good about tacos. When the ingredients are fresh and made with care, this humble street food is transformed into a complete meal, and the whole is definitely greater than the sum of its parts. Boozy Epicure's Pork Soft Tacos with Homemade Corn... Read More

Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot Tasting USA Wine

2000 Heitz Cellar Cabernet Sauvignon Martha’s Vineyard and 2010 Chateau Montelena Cabernet Sauvignon

August 10, 2013September 9, 2016

I really enjoy comparative tastings. I was in the mood for Napa Cabernet Sauvignon and found a classic bottle, 2000 Heitz Cellar's Martha's Vineyard on sale for half price so I had to have it. For fun, I decided to grab a younger Napa Cab, the 2010 Chateau Montelena... Read More

Recipe Side Dishes Veggies and Salads

Quick Pickled Onions

August 10, 2013September 1, 2016 condiments, onions, pickles

I love pickled things. From cucumbers to beets to asparagus, there is something so perfect about a crunchy, salty, vinegary, something. I use these onions on tacos, but they are awesome added to sandwiches or grilled meats. Even my husband, who won't go anywhere near raw onions, eats them up.... Read More

Recipe Side Dishes Snacks

Easy Guacamole

August 5, 2013September 1, 2016 avocados, condiments, dips, easy, fast, healthy, Mexican, sides

My love of guacamole began just a few years ago. I've always loved the freshness of salsa, but it took a while for the creamy avocado to really call to me. It is not only super fast and easy to make, but it tastes infinitely better than store bought. Boozy... Read More

Italy Montepulciano Red Blends/Other Tasting Wine

2010 Bosco Montepulciano d’Abruzzo

July 31, 2013September 9, 2016

Sometimes I wish wine sellers wouldn't try so hard. I was looking through the wine at Costco recently when I came upon the 2010 Bosco Montepulciano d'Abruzzo on sale for $9. I like Montepulciano, so I came in closer to check it out. At that moment, the staff member, trying... Read More