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Posted on: January 10th, 2015
by Taryn Jeffries
The beginning of a new year is often a time that people make resolutions to lose weight and eat better. The reason that most resolutions fail is due to a lack of planning. Finding the right healthy recipes, doing all of the shopping and then finding the time to make all of the dishes, either...
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Posted on: January 5th, 2015
by Tom Peiffer
If you happened to be touring in the Napa Valley during late October 2012, you may remember the beautiful fall touring weather plus the sounds & scents of a well-timed harvest. And if you were out looking at the vineyards, it was easy to see that the Cabernet Sauvignon grapes were brought in late,...
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Posted on: January 1st, 2015
by Taryn Jeffries
It’s not often that one has the opportunity to sample absinthe, let alone make a batch of their very own. Ryan and Melanie Belshee, the masterminds behind Bootleg Botanicals, have long been experimenting with creating their own spirits at home. They started researching what would be involved in creating absinthe at home. That research came with...
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Posted on: December 17th, 2014
by Taryn Jeffries
The holiday season provides the opportunity to share meals and memories with family as well as many an opportunity to indulge a sweet tooth. So if you have a sugar lover on your list (or if that describes you) here are some locally found luscious treats to put on your shopping list. 2014 Holiday...
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Posted on: December 15th, 2014
by Taryn Jeffries
Foodie Dice and Mixology Dice* make playing with your food completely acceptable. Whether you are a little green in the kitchen or if you are a seasoned professional, these dice are sure to bring about a good time and some fun experimentation. I live and die by recipes while my Mister is all about...
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Posted on: December 5th, 2014
by Tom Peiffer
Zarpara Vineyards Mark Jorve says that to be in the wine business you need to run a vineyard, a tasting room and a winery. Hey, sounds reasonable, but when he adds, “If you are running any two of these yourself, you’re ‘certifiable’!” Now it really comes into focus. Of course, he and his partner...
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Posted on: December 3rd, 2014
by Taryn Jeffries
It’s hard to believe that the holidays are already upon us. It seems as though this year has flown by and if you’re like me, I often find myself doing a lot of last-minute shopping. For the next few weeks, we will be sharing our favorite picks for holiday gift ideas for food-lovers, home cooks...
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Posted on: December 2nd, 2014
by Taryn Jeffries
It’s hard to believe that the holidays are already upon us. It seems as though this year has flown by and if you’re like me, I often find myself doing a lot of last-minute shopping. For the next few weeks, we will be sharing our favorite picks for holiday gift ideas for food-lovers, home cooks...
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Posted on: December 1st, 2014
by Taryn Jeffries
It’s hard to believe that the holidays are already upon us. It seems as though this year has flown by and if you’re like me, I often find myself doing a lot of last-minute shopping. For the next few weeks, we will be sharing our favorite picks for holiday gift ideas for food lovers, home...
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Posted on: November 18th, 2014
by Tom Peiffer
When big Napa Valley name-brand estate wines start getting close to the $10 level, it is grounds for a double-take. One of those consistently on the value watch list is Franciscan’s Estate Chardonnay. That’s right, a well-known estate wine on the cheap. Total Wine is now offering it for $11.99 at the Tempe store...
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