RECIPE: Pumpkin, Sausage & Sage Risotto

This weekend we “discovered” a package of arborio rice, way back on a shelf in our very deep pantry. We decided to use it. We don’t know how long it had been there, but white rice kept in good condition (no moisture, no excess heat) can last at least 4-5 years. If vacuum sealed, it…
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SNACK RECIPE: Harvest Munch & Halloween Monster Munch

Who says fun snack mixes are only for kids? You’re never too old to enjoy candy eyes staring up at you from popcorn. This mix, created by the Popcorn Board for National Popcorn Poppin’ Month, October, is fun for harvest and Halloween snacking. Make a double batch and bring some to work or to a…
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Prosecco Cocktail Recipes & The History Of Prosecco

[1] Ready for Halloween drinking or gifting. This is the traditional bottle shape for all Proseccos (photos #1 and #2 courtesy Mionetto). [2] Dry ice chips create a smoking Cranberry Mimosa for Halloween or anytime. Here’s the recipe (photo: The Nibble). [3] Toast to Halloween (photo © BLT Prime | NYC).   Updated June 2026…
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