• Archive for June, 2010

    Chili-Curry Mixed Nuts

    by  • June 3, 2010 • All Posts • 0 Comments

    What’s better with the cocktail hour than a bowl full of salty, nibbly nuts? Pecan, almonds, cashews, peanuts, walnuts, the list goes on and on. But rather than settling for an ordinary pour from a store bought can, try this simple but super-flavorful treatment: Recipe: Chili-Curry Mixed Nuts ½ cup pecan halves ½ cup whole [...]

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    Under $20 Chardonnay

    by  • June 2, 2010 • All Posts, Varietal Tastings • 0 Comments

    Looking for an everyday Chardonnay for summer sipping? Here are a few — all priced under $20 — that I’ve enjoyed lately: Acre 2008 Chardonnay Central Coast ($16). Ripe, tropical citrus mingles with juicy green apple, picks up creamy oak influence mid-palate, then finishes crisp and dry. Food-friendly — and a good value! Ready to [...]

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