We took our taste buds to Sicily with Vento Di Mare Nero d’Avola certified organic wine produced by Cantine Ermes. Spring is here and it is the perfect opportunity to think, drink, and eat healthy, so we decided to try organic wine. Nero d’Avola is an indigenous grape that makes Sicily its home, and the Vento Di Mare Nero d’Avola is a rich, dark red wine with an aromatic nose and layers of flavors on the palate. Saluti!
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The latest release from Tommaso Starace is Tommaso Starace – The Power of Three and it is one of Tommaso’s best. The release was recorded in a large open venue without the use of headphones, which allowed the band to hear and feel the raw energy they were crafting. The ‘a cappella’ type setting created a big resonant sound that cascades throughout the release. The band takes the baseline of 7 covers and then projects their own feel and music …
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Always on the lookout for interesting products to incorporate in our recipes, we tried and loved Marabissi Il Panforte Torta Amerene e Peperoncino (Sour Cherries and Chili "Cake") imported by Italian Products & Beyond. The Sour Cherries and Chili Cake is like a fruit and nut pâté, that also has cocoa, almonds, and honey is a delectable accompaniment to serve with cheese as well as incorporate in baking and savory culinary recipes. We used it to create our recipe for …
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Calling all Fashionistas! February is New York Fashion Week! We had the opportunity to see the Negris LeBrum Fall Winter 2021 Collection runway show on Monday, February 15, 2021 and it is gorgeous, feminine, and easily wearable for women of all ages. Negris LeBrum Creative Director Travis Hamilton’s collection features stunning coats, jumpsuits, skirts, pants, blouses, and dresses, all with the attention to detail that are the hallmarks of this American design house.
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Master Distiller and Founder Brandon Collins, of Continuum Distilling in Waterbury, Connecticut has a new baby – Continuum Distilling Grappa, to add to his growing spirits house that includes his flagship Charred, Drops, and Blueberry ContinuRum, among others. His latest foray is making Grappa, the Italian brandy made with grape skins from nearby Hawk Ridge Winery. We visited Continuum Distilling and tasted their Continuum Distilling Special Release Grappa Blanco as well as their Barrel-Aged Grappa and they were delicious! We …
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The once up-and-coming star, Ally Venable, has not only arrived, but she raised the bar across the Blues-Rock genre with her latest release Heart of Fire. The release features 10 new songs and a rhythmic cover of Use Me by Bill Withers. Heart of Fire features guitar legends Kenny Wayne Shepherd and Devon Allman complementing the guitar wizardry of Ally Venable.
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Becoming Dr. Ruth written by Mark St Germain starring Amy Griffin as the estimable Dr. Ruth Westheimer and Directed by Kevin Connors at the Music Theatre of Connecticut (MTC) may be just what the doctor ordered for a night of inspiration! We saw the play on opening night, and it was riveting. Now more than ever, we can all use a bit of positivity in our lives, and the play, Becoming Dr. Ruth delivers in abundance. The play runs until …
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While you may not be able to jet off to the South of France on a whim, you can enjoy Absente Absinthe Refined imported by Crillon Importers, Ltd, anytime, anywhere. Absinthe was the favorite drink of the French artists Van Gogh and Degas, and Absente Absinthe Refined is a luscious absinthe product made in the South of France using wormwood, anise, mint, and spices. It packs a punch at 110 proof (55% Alcohol by Volume), so a little of this …
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We had a fabulous tour and tasting at Black Hog Brewingin Oxford, Connecticut learning about their tasty products and the craft brewing movement in Connecticut. Owned by brothers Jason and Tom Sobocinski and brew master Tyler Jones, Black Hog Brewing (BHB) has been turning the craft beer movement on its head since they founded it in 2014 and launched their first products in July 2014.
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Leonard Bernstein (1918 – 1990) was a highly acclaimed and celebrated American composer, conductor, pianist, and educator, whose music thrilled audiences throughout the world. His music has had a profound influence on the world of Jazz, and Smithsonian Jazz Masterworks Orchestra – Bernstein Reimagined released on the MCG Jazz label, celebrates his musical style, achievement, and genius. The album hits the streets on January 29, 2021.