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Monthly Archives: July 2010
Grapes !
Concord grapes are a cultivar derived from the grape species Vitis labrusca (a.k.a. fox grape) which are used as table grapes, wine grapes and juice grapes. We planted ours in 2008, and in 2009 got one cluster – promptly eaten … Continue reading
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Pizza Pie
Pizza (pronounced /ˈpiːtsə/ ( listen); Italian: [ˈpit.tsa]) is an oven-baked, flat, disc-shaped bread typically topped with a tomato sauce, cheese (usually mozzarella) and various toppings depending on the culture. And it’s easy and very satisfying to make one from scratch … Continue reading
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Surf & Turf
There is not much that I like more than good Crab Cakes, and mine are just that – GOOD ! I paired them with my Grilled Pork Tenderloins – famous around the world. I marinade mine in a 1/2c Worcestershire … Continue reading
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Sangria Blanca
1.5 Litre bottle of Savignon Blanc, 1c Simple Syrup, a Lime, an Orange, an Apple and a Lemon, all sliced. I added some Blackberries also. Let sit in refrigerator for 3 to 5 hours, stirring occasionally. Serve over ice – … Continue reading
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Blackberries
The kind you eat, not the type that runs your life (www.blackberry.com) – and here on The Estate, they are peaking ! Ilsa puts them in her cereal, I use them in Sangria, salads, and to snack on. Our bush … Continue reading
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BBQ Spare Ribs
Season Ribs with salt, pepper, rosemary and spritz liberally with garlic juice and a salt water mixture (1tbsp & 1tsp sea salt dissolved in 1c water in a sprayer). Grill and finish with your favorite sauce. We had them along … Continue reading
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The Antipasto Platter
Antipasto literally means “before the meal” in Italian, but we have turned it into the actual meal itself ! The Platter has been a Friday evening staple for many years, an easy meal to enjoy while watching a movie or … Continue reading
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Lunch at The Pub
The Pub Rocky River (http://www.luvthepub.com/pub_rocky_river.html) is a high-energy, authentic British pub locally owned and operated in Rocky River, bordering Lakewood’s West End. We’ve been there several times before, and Ilsa LOVES the Fish ‘n’ Chips. I opted for the Welsh … Continue reading
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Addio, Scotti !
My friend from Tampa is leaving tomorrow, so we had one last meal at Osteria Di Moran (located here at Hotel 1470). The meal consisted of Cicchetti, or Tapas – small plates. I made Mussels Del Giorno, Tilapia Ceviche, White … Continue reading
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Farmers Market
Our center had our first of five free “Farmers Markets” Tuesday, which are open to our clients, and to those who qualify financially. Last year we had four, and they were a tremendous success, serving an average of over 225 … Continue reading
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