I had the absolute pleasure of partnering recently with San-J Tamari and Sauces for a deliciously fun recipe development project! I wanted to create recipes that were simple and a bit on the healthier side, and luckily when using San-J Tamari sauces it’s easy to create great recipes your family and friends will love. I am […]
Sommelier, Private Chef, & Food and Wine Pairing Expert in NYC! Sara is a Wine Writer, Wine Ambassador, and Wine Consultant specializing in pairings, parties, entertaining and education.
It’s time to post a recipe roundup because of THE COCOA EXCHANGE™! This company has a ton of products that are perfect for your recipes all year round. I myself have fallen in love with the Blackberry Chipotle Sauce, White Chocolate Raspberry Vinaigrette, Mustard, Curry Seasoning, and so much more. The culinary opportunities are endless with The […]
Sommelier, Private Chef, & Food and Wine Pairing Expert in NYC! Sara is a Wine Writer, Wine Ambassador, and Wine Consultant specializing in pairings, parties, entertaining and education.
The Aegean Islands are a group of islands in the Aegean Sea near the mainland of Greece. I had the pleasure of tasting some of the cuisines that have been passed down for generations, with secret recipes exchanged from mother to daughter since the Neolithic era! Chef Argiro Barbarigou welcomed us to the James Beard […]
Sommelier, Private Chef, & Food and Wine Pairing Expert in NYC! Sara is a Wine Writer, Wine Ambassador, and Wine Consultant specializing in pairings, parties, entertaining and education.
I recently went to Osteria 57, an Italian restaurant specializing in outstanding vegetarian cuisine! For those of you that read my posts and know me, you know that I am not a vegetarian. Lately, however, I have been trying to have less meat and more fish and vegetables while dining out. I was so happy […]
Sommelier, Private Chef, & Food and Wine Pairing Expert in NYC! Sara is a Wine Writer, Wine Ambassador, and Wine Consultant specializing in pairings, parties, entertaining and education.
I recently discovered the most amazing array of popcorns! I normally always make my own fresh popcorn, but when I saw the delectable flavors G.H. Cretors had to offer, I knew I couldn’t not try them. From Cheese to White Cheddar, Honey Butter, The Mix, and Dill Pickle, theres a fun flavor for every palate… […]
Sommelier, Private Chef, & Food and Wine Pairing Expert in NYC! Sara is a Wine Writer, Wine Ambassador, and Wine Consultant specializing in pairings, parties, entertaining and education.
Street Taco is a casual bar and restaurant on Third Avenue in the Gramercy area of NYC. It’s a mix of Mexican street food and Mexican street art with a great ambiance. I recently tried this street spot for brunch, and enjoyed a ton of tacos paired with some pretty cool brunch-tails. I started off […]
Sommelier, Private Chef, & Food and Wine Pairing Expert in NYC! Sara is a Wine Writer, Wine Ambassador, and Wine Consultant specializing in pairings, parties, entertaining and education.
Lately I have playing around with Sunny’s Korean Gourmet products and have found many uses for the delicious Teriyaki Sauce. I was craving a dish that was both sweet and salty, so I went to the store and bought organic chicken thighs and pineapple. Using Sunny’s Korean Teriyaki sauce, I marinated the thighs for a […]
Sommelier, Private Chef, & Food and Wine Pairing Expert in NYC! Sara is a Wine Writer, Wine Ambassador, and Wine Consultant specializing in pairings, parties, entertaining and education.
Graeter’s Ice Cream is the best ice cream for summer! If you’re seeking something delicious to cool you off in the hot weather, look for Graeter’s ice cream at your local grocery store. This ice cream has been handcrafted since 1870 using fine ingredients to make one batch at a time, and the container is […]
Sommelier, Private Chef, & Food and Wine Pairing Expert in NYC! Sara is a Wine Writer, Wine Ambassador, and Wine Consultant specializing in pairings, parties, entertaining and education.
Im totally obsessed with anything truffle and recently fell in love with a truffle brand that sells some incredible truffle oils, salts, and so much more. Sabatino Truffles inspired me to make some delicious Beer Pretzels with Truffle Cheese! I love making beer pretzels because they’re incredibly easy to make and such a favorite of my […]
Sommelier, Private Chef, & Food and Wine Pairing Expert in NYC! Sara is a Wine Writer, Wine Ambassador, and Wine Consultant specializing in pairings, parties, entertaining and education.
If you enjoy oyster crackers as much as I do, then I am sure you will get excited when I tell you about the delicious Westminster Bakers Co. flavored oyster cracker line. Flavors like White Cheddar Romano, Chipotle Ranch, and Parmesan Peppercorn exist on top of there already popular snack cracker collection! I was seeking […]
Sommelier, Private Chef, & Food and Wine Pairing Expert in NYC! Sara is a Wine Writer, Wine Ambassador, and Wine Consultant specializing in pairings, parties, entertaining and education.
St. Patricks Day is tomorrow! March 17th is always a delicious day for me due to my Irish roots and extreme love of corned beef. Normally I would pair my corned beef with some Guinness Beer (no, not green beer… not since college), however this year I decided on pairing my St. Patty’s day feast […]
Sommelier, Private Chef, & Food and Wine Pairing Expert in NYC! Sara is a Wine Writer, Wine Ambassador, and Wine Consultant specializing in pairings, parties, entertaining and education.
The Lodge at Woodloch takes seasonal cooking and sipping to a whole new level. On top of all the amazing activities such as Terrarium building and Mosaic classes (which my mother and sister loved for $10.00/pp), you can partake in healthy cooking demonstrations and wine classes where you will learn a lot, while eating and drinking […]
Sommelier, Private Chef, & Food and Wine Pairing Expert in NYC! Sara is a Wine Writer, Wine Ambassador, and Wine Consultant specializing in pairings, parties, entertaining and education.
