Rice Krispies, Chocolate and Butterscotch. What could be better really?
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For those of you on Lake Tillery or Badin Lake near Albemarle, NC, you may be familiar with the pontoon boat that delivers home-made ice cream to children and adults alike while they're enjoying a day on the water. We are all in luck, because Simply Scrumptious is now open at a small shop on Pee Dee Avenue in...
Monday, September 3, 2012
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We recently stumbled up on VGBG Beer Hall and Garden in Charlotte, NC. Just around the corner and within walking distance from the NC Music Factory, this is a great little gem if you are in the area. We fell in love from the moment we entered the door.A large bar in the center of the room boasts all kinds of funky brews and free tastes will help you find just the one for you. As you get cozy at the...
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We visited this winery in Nellysford, VA a while back and really enjoyed their "True to the Fruit" wines. This was also the first place we got to try a mead which is wine made from honey. Hilltop Berry Farm is a very unique vineyard and definitely worth a visit if you're in the Nellysford/Wintergreen area in Virginia....
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On our recent trip to Temecula, CA where we stayed at South Coast Winery and Resort, we participated in the Grapeline Wine Tour. Our driver was Mike and he did a great job keeping everyone happy and excited about the stops along the way. Not only did we visit wineries, but we also made a stop at Lake...
Monday, August 6, 2012
With a spa, vineyard, full service restaurant and bar, pool and winery, our two night stay at South Coast was not enough to enjoy all of the amenities this Winery and Resort has to offer. Check out their website for specials as well as events. There is always something going on at South Coast!Learn more about the Vineyard Rose Restaurant here! &nb...
Monday, June 11, 2012
I recently had some friends take me on a whirlwind tour of some pretty cool spots in Albemarle, NC. We started with lunch at the Goody Shop. I have driven by this place a million times and didn't realize it was there. For those of you that like our recent video of Z Pi, you'll find the Goody Shop right across...
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You may have heard of Mom Prom on “Good Morning America” or in the USA Today, but now you can actually attend one right here in Charlotte, NC. The Queen City's Mom Prom is a night to celebrate Mothers of all ages, while raising money to benefit Cookies for Kids’ Cancer, a Non-Profit organization that has...
Wednesday, March 21, 2012
Z Pi in Albemarle, NC is serving up fresh, hand tossed pizzas, buffalo wings, paninis and salads. To wash it all down, you'll also find local wines and craft beers that change often to always give you something new to try. They're featuring a new pizza topped with pork belly, carmelized onions and arugula, but you can always get a classic pepperoni too! Stop by the intersection of...
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St Patricks Day Celebrations will be taking place at Morgan Ridge Vineyards this Saturday, March 17th. Wear your green and come out and enjoy the day! The cost is $15 per person which covers the food only. Wine & sangria will also be available for purchase. RSVP via email: morgan.ridge@gmail.com or call 704 639-0911Authentic Irish inspired food will be prepared by Chef Jason.Check...
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I recently found a pin on Pinterest that had a health plan for each day of the week. It encouraged me to do something similar on my own because it would be easier to make a commitment each day rather than an overall weekly commitment. My cheesy self, of course, had to make all the days start with the same letter...
Monday, February 27, 2012
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In our last post about wine tastings we learned that you don’t have to be so nervous about them, but rather go and have a good time. In this post, I want to share the 5 S’s of a wine tasting so you'll know what’s going on with all that sniffing and swirling. Using the 5 S’s of wine tasting, you can get the...
Wednesday, February 22, 2012
[caption id="attachment_468" align="alignleft" width="300" caption="Photo by: Colleen Lane"][/caption]If you are interested in wine and are thinking about going to a wine tasting (or maybe your friend or partner wants to drag you to one), you may be a little nervous about what to expect or how to act. Maybe you’ve...
Tuesday, February 21, 2012
On our last visit to Morgan Ridge Vineyards, we met up with Chef Jason and learned how to make the oyster stew that he had on the buffet for Slide By Saturday. This dish is surprisingly easy and tastes amazing!! Chef Jason runs the kitchen at Morgan Ridge where you can have him create a meal for your next pa...
Kalamata Olives, similar to many wines, get their name from the region in Greece where they are grown. The Kalamata region is well known in Greece specifically for producing olives and olive oils. This dark purple olive is commonly used for olive oils, but we are typically most used to those that are pickled...
Monday, February 20, 2012
This Saturday, February 25th, the annual Stanly County Winter Wine Festival will be held at Market Station in Albemarle, NC. This being our second time at the festival, I have to say it is a great one to mark on your calendars. Tickets can be purchased online in advance for 20.00 a piece or at the...
Sunday, February 19, 2012
This little dish would be great for a date night. The black bean chili mixed with the saffron rice is a perfect combination. Top it off with a small bite of fresh green peppers, tomatoes and onions for a spring time feeling!Black Bean Chili and Rice1Tbsp olive oil1/2 C minced celery1/2 C finely chopped yellow...
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We are preparing for our annual super bowl party. Although we’ll have videos of some of these recipes coming up after the super bowl, we thought we’d take a moment to share with you what we’ll be making. We are also including the dishes that didn’t make the cut this year but they may be something you’d...
Wednesday, February 1, 2012
Last Saturday we went to 131 Main for Charlotte Restaurant Week. This is a week in which many restaurants will serve either a 3 or 4 course meal and a glass of wine for $30.00 a person. It is a fantastic time and you get to go out and try some of the restaurants that you usually would not get to go to for a reasonable...
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