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1923 Iconic Food & Drinks
The roaring 20s was a period of significant change and innovation. The Roaring 20s, also known as, time of the Great Gatsby with poolside cocktail parties and ritzy restaurants. with a drink in…
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Comforting Fall Soup Recipes for Cozy Nights
When you think of fall soups, you think of warm and cozy knit socks and blankets—bundled up on the couch with a fire, aromas wafting from the kitchen. A slow cooker or stock…
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BBQ Competition Judging
The gist of the BBQ competition is to keep it simple and spice-heavy, let it rest, slice beef thin, and so much more. Judging the chicken round in this three-part competition of Tri-Tip,…
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Martini Recipes: From Classic to Creative
Gin or Vodka? It all depends on you and what you prefer. The Martini is a cocktail made with gin and vermouth, garnished with an olive or lemon twist. Ingredients: 1/2 oz (1…
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The History of the Martini and California Wines
California is known for blue skies, ocean breezes, and sand between your toes. But California is also known for a few things that might surprise you—for example, the Martini. It originated in a…
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Tuesday Night Socials
What began as a birthday celebration became a weekly ritual, with the chef creating new, fun, and unique dishes for this special group. Tuesday nights were rather slow at the time, so the…
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Seeing Stars
What we discussed at dinner has now evolved into a podcast about Michelin Stars and had me seeing stars with the entree, wine, and dessert during our Father’s Day celebration in 2024. This…
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Battle of the Bars
This was an epic fundraising event for Team Adam and Steve, who are preparing to ride 545 miles from San Francisco to Los Angeles this summer for their AIDS Lifecycle ride. Friendly Competition…
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Blending Red Wine
Bordeaux, Rhone, Italian, and New Age Wine Blends Provisions & Libations covers blending wine and what that means regarding Bordeaux, Rhone, New Age Blends, and Italian Wines. Not all blended wines are equal,…
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Easter Brunch and Dyed Eggs
What is the true meaning of Easter, and why do we celebrate? Easter is the remembrance and honor of the day Jesus Christ rose from the dead. Easter traditions include sunrise services, late-night…
