Archive for July, 2014

Bombay Sapphire: Artfully Crafted Cocktails

Bombay Sapphire: Artfully Crafted Cocktails

The 15th Annual ART FOR LIFE gala, hosted by Russell and Danny Simmons and sponsored by BOMBAY SAPPHIRE Gin, took place at Fairview Farms in Watermill, NY....

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The Science of the Chocolate Chip Cookie

The Science of the Chocolate Chip Cookie

Have you ever wondered about the science part of what you are baking? What does the egg yolk do? Why add baking soda? Why bake at a certain temperature? What does...

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Winery of the Week: Hunt Cellars in Paso Robles

Winery of the Week: Hunt Cellars in Paso Robles

David Hunt, owner and winemaker, spent years looking for the perfect venue for his wines and eventually settled on a uniquely beautiful property of over 550 acres...

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George’s Rants and Raves: anCnoc Flaughter and Rutter

George’s Rants and Raves: anCnoc Flaughter and Rutter

I hate gardening. Now, don’t get me wrong – I love flowers and plants and shrubs and trees but all that down on your knees, in the dirt, back breaking, sweating...

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Louis’ Basque Corner: Family Style Dining in Reno

Louis’ Basque Corner: Family Style Dining in Reno

Family Style Dining is always intriguing as you dine with people that you don’t know. Tables are filled up, and then the multicourse dinner begins. Louis’ Basque...

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Bacon and Almond Lace Cookies by Chef Dana Herbert

Bacon and Almond Lace Cookies by Chef Dana Herbert

Chef Dana Herbert, winner of Season 1 of TLC’s Cake Boss: The Next Great Baker, has been generous enough to share one of his favorite recipes with us.  These...

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Wines of the Week: California Rhone – Our Favorite Bottles

Wines of the Week: California Rhone – Our Favorite Bottles

After surveying California Rhone from various parts of the state, we thought a fitting way to wrap-up our series would be to list our panel’s favorite wines. In...

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The Lark: Latest Star in Santa Barbara Restaurant Scene

The Lark: Latest Star in Santa Barbara Restaurant Scene

The Lark, named for the sleek overnight Pullman train of the Southern Pacific Railroad that serviced Santa Barbara from 1910-1968. Since their opening last year...

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Tequila Avión’s National Tequila Day Cocktails

Tequila Avión’s National Tequila Day Cocktails

Toast National Tequila Day, on July 24th, with the ultra-premium tequila that defines a new standard of quality and taste, Tequila Avión®. Produced with fifth...

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Canary Hotel – Finch & Fork: New Tastes & New Life for Downtown Hotel

Canary Hotel – Finch & Fork: New Tastes & New Life for Downtown Hotel

Over the year’s Santa Barbara has watched the property go through many changes, but with the new innovations Kimpton Hotels has implemented it seems they finally...

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