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Four Sisters, Two Bries, and Infinite Bottles of Wine
Four Sisters Winery is the perfect blend of booze and beauty. Dating back to their opening in 1984, this unique vineyard has flourished in the hands of the Matarazzo family. Starting as a vegetable farm, Matty and his wife Laurie began the business as a way to raise money for their children’s college tuition. The business grew more than they anticipated and even became a popular wedding venue. Given the opportunity for a short road trip, we just had to check it out! Four Sisters Winery Location Located in the northern New Jersey area, Four Sisters Winery is on the cusp of the NJ/PA border. With spacious farmlands and surrounding…
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All You Need Is Love (and cheese)
Today is most certainly the day of love. While, no, it definitely is not Valentine’s Day, this holiday might actually be runner up. National Cheese Lover’s Day is the day we can fully appreciate each cheese for it’s unique flavor. It’s the day that you can splurge and indulge in all things cheesy. SO brie-ng out the crackers and get your spread on today! To fully show appreciation for the day, what better way to celebrate than with a big cheese charcuterie! In order to craft the ideal charcuterie, your board should have a few different types of cheeses. Luckily for you, we’re here to assist! As categorizing cheese can…
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How To Make a Rejuvenating Hot Toddy
With this week filled with both National Hot Toddy Day and the infamous Thirsty Thursday, it only seems necessary to share our own rendition of the Classic Hot Toddy. For those of you who are just boarding the toddy train, welcome! This warm and soothing cocktail has many great perks and health benefits. Not only are there many ways to craft a toddy, but it is also great for virtually any circumstance. So get out your Brandy, and start boiling your water because we’re showing you how to make a Rejuvenating Hot Toddy. About the Toddy The Hot Toddy is a classic India-born warm beverage. It usually consists of hot…
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How to Make Delicious Bacon Wrapped Brie Bites
The new year brings new adventures and of course new brie-ginnings. As requested by you, our first post of the year is a bacon brie recipe. Go big or go home is a theme of the past. In 2021, we start the year by creating maximum flavor in a size that can fit in your pocket. So put away your cargo bags and suitcases and pull out your fanny packs; bacon brie bites have entered the building. A great part about this recipe is that it’s not only an easy appetizer, but if you have extras they serve as a perfect morning snack as well! Simply pop them in the…
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5 Champagne Popping Recipes for New Year’s Eve
Amidst replacing calendars and making resolutions, one puzzling task sits lurking in the distance. “How can I jazz up my champagne game for New Year’s Eve?” Well, we’ve got one resolution you can check off your list already because we’ve compiled the best champagne New Year’s Eve recipes for you! Coincidentally, today just so happens to be National Champagne Day as well. Not only does this mean it is important to incorporate the bubbly into your midnight shenanigan’s, but it also includes starting the day the mimosa way! So get out your flutes and punch bowls because it’s time to cheers and celebrate to a fresh start: 2021. Champagne 101:…
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How To Make A Fun and Festive Christmas Tree Charcuterie Board
In case you haven’t noticed, 2020 is the year of the charcuterie. From Halloween themed charcuterie boards, to Charcu-Turkey boards, to Charcuterie Chalets, you probably thought you have seen it all. But as the year is coming to a close, it is only appropriate to end with one last charcuterie board. Welcome the Christmas Tree Charcuterie board, or Charcutree. The Christmas Tree charcuterie is a perfect and easy festive appetizer to impress your holiday crowd. The best part of this charcuterie is that it is completely customizable. You can design your tree any way you want with any ingredients you choose. Check out how we made ours! What To Use…
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National Chocolate Covered Anything Day: Brie Is Here To Stay
Get out your fountains and favorite snacks because the best national holiday has finally arrived. That’s right, national chocolate covered strawberry and pretzel day can step aside because today encompasses it all. December 15th officially marks National Chocolate Covered Anything Day. Now, we know this can be a little intimidating as there leaves so many options of things to dip, drizzle, and douse. But as brie is our game, we decided to test out the waters with chocolate covered brie. And boy are we glad we did! Before you totally disagree, please note that we were a little hesitant before trying this out as well. With such safe options as…
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Our Boozy Adventure to The Warwick Valley Winery and Distillery
Picture this: You have a beautiful Sunday afternoon open with not a worry in sight. The thought of sipping a crisp glass of chilled wine overlooking the picturesque mountainside sounds like quite the ideal escape. What better to do then go to a local winery and bask in everything from wine to cheese and hills in between? That’s right, our boozy adventure did just that. Instead of our usual Sunday plans, we ventured off to the Warwick Winery and Distillery. Location As one of the most well known wineries in upstate New York, the Warwick Winery is definitely a hot spot. Just off the beaten path, this winery is located…
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Easy Honey Drizzled Brie Topped with a Rosy Fruit Bouquet
With the craze of holiday dinner preparations, there remains a very important feature one simply cannot forget: dessert. Although it comes last in between food comas, it would not be a complete meal without a variety of sweets. Enter a decadently rich, honey drizzled, fruit topped brie masterpiece. I actually came up with this recipe after making one of the Charcu-turkey boards for Thanksgiving. With plenty of leftover fruit, I decided to put pen to paper and construct a new recipe with what I had in the kitchen. Particularly, the raspberries and pomegranate seeds stood out the most. Because they both acquire such strong bursts of flavor, combining them together…
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The Hibernia Diner: A Simple Yet Satisfying Sandwich Review
As a result of being hungry and in the area of Rockaway, New Jersey, The Hibernia Diner became the chosen land for a quick Sunday lunch. This newly renovated diner exudes a cozy retro ambiance. It has a bar area, plenty of booths, and even a fireplace for those cold winter days. Additionally, it staffs very accommodating waiters, adding a positive touch to the overall atmosphere. Because brie is our game, the diner’s Signature Smoked Turkey, Bacon, and Brie Sandwich is our first Brieview culprit. The Item This Turkey, Bacon, and Brie Sandwich was located within the Signature Section of the Sandwich menu. Once received, there were a few things…
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