Over the past few months, I’ve become quite fond of the Hudson Valley. I have been captivated by the beauty of the land, classes at the CIA, weekly expeditions to the Rhinebeck Farmer’s Market and multiple trips to Millbrook to visit one of my favorite cafes: Wild Hive Farm. The Hudson Valley is my kind [...]
I secretly wish that I lived in France. I’m obsessed with the language (albeit I don’t know very much…that’s what I get for taking Latin in high school) and the culture. Plus, I’ve been known to swoon over French breads, cheeses and wines. I suppose I have a romantic view of the French culture and [...]
Yesterday was a stereotypical “Wednesday”. I now 100% understand why Wednesday is called “Over the Hump Day”. I wasn’t quite sure if I was going to make it through the day, however; I knew at 5pm I would be over half way through the week, and the rest would be a breeze. The end of [...]
After the Rhienbeck Farmer’s Market on Sunday, my friends and I had some big dreams to kick off our CIA career with a “Sunday Family Supper”. Whether it be a fancy meal or simple dinner, we plan to continue this tradition for the next two years. MMM beety hands. To start, I roasted the baby [...]
Life is beautiful. Sure, it can be scary, crazy and sad at times, but for the most part it is very beautiful. I can’t help feeling a bit sentimental writing this post. My road to the Culinary Institute of America has been a wild journey. I’m OVER-THE-TOP excited to be starting my culinary career (THIS [...]
Hello weekend . Last night, my dad made frozen margaritas for “cocktail hour”. I can’t even remember the last time I had a margarita…I MISS THEM! Paired with crackers and cheese, I was a happy girl. I love him so much! Not only did my dad prepare cocktail hour, he also manned the grill! For [...]
The Finger Lakes Wine Country Rieslings ROCK! In fact, the wines are so unique that when planning a Riesling dinner, I let the wines guide my menu selection. Of the three wines I was serving, the Atwater Estate 2010 Riesling was the most intriguing to me. I’ve only had the opportunity to sample a few [...]
Tonight the Finger Lakes Wine Country, hosted a “Riesling Hour” for wine lovers across the nation. I now have a few “must tries”, and feel extremely proud to live near an area that is dedicated to producing the best wine our land can offer and food to pair. The Finger Lakes Region is…enchanting. I can’t [...]
Atwater 2010 Riesling, Glenora 2010 Riesling, Fox Run 2009 Dry Riesling When it comes to the wines of the Finger Lakes Region–RIESLING ROCKS!! You can read about my visits to different areas of the Finger Lakes Wineries here, here, here, here, here and here.To say that I’m obsessed with the Finger Lakes Wine Region is [...]
Yesterday I finally became a “founder” at Middle Ages Brewery AND it was taco night! WIN WIN! I determined that taco night just wouldn’t be complete unless I made creamy, spicy black beans to go on the side. Topped with Cotija Cheese, Cilantro and a dash of Green Tabasco, these were a hit! (Note: Middle [...]
