Halfsies Cookies: Great Baker, Great Reason To Have 2 Flavors

[1] Cranberry White Chocolate Halfsies With Orange Zest (all photos © Halfsies). [2] Nutella Halfsies. [3] Reese’s Pieces Halfsies. [4] M&M Halfsies Cookies. [5] For the chocoholics, Double Chocolate Chip.   Halfsies Cookies are a must-try member of the artisan food scene in New York State’s Hudson Valley. They give a nod to the best…
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What Happens When A Bacon Cheeseburger Becomes A Brat?

[1] Under the sauerkraut are bacon-cheese brats (photos #1 and #3 © KC Cattle Company). [2] Not your typical brat filling. In addition to bacon and cheddar, the beef is Wagyu (photo by A.I.). [3] The company’s Wagyu hot dogs were voted “best in the world” by Bon Appetit magazine††. [4] The new brats were…
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Give Dad A Pickle-Making Kit + Pickling Vs. Slicing Cucumbers

Is there a better gift for a pickle lover than an easy-to-make pickle kit? Whether for a first-time pickler or a seasoned pro, Melissa’s Pickle Kit (photos #1 and #2)makes it a snap (pun intended) to create crisp, tangy homemade pickles. > The different types of pickles: a photo glossary. > The history of pickles.…
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Michelle’s Maccs: Gourmet Coconut Macaroons In 17 Flavors!

If you’re looking for an especially tasty gift for someone who loves coconut, you can’t do better than Michelle’s Maccs. They handmade, gourmet treats are gluten-free, egg-free and nut-free (except for Hazelnut and Peanut Butter, which are baked in dedicated pans). All-natural and enrobed in one of the world’s finest couverture chocolate, Belgium’s Callebaut, they’re…
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Sauvignon Blanc From Sonoma-Cutrer: For You, For Gifts

[1] Sonoma-Cutrer’s Sauvignon Blanc from Sonoma County grapes (photos #1 and #5 © Sonoma-Cutrer). [2] The grassiness of Sauvignon Blanc pairs beautifully with asparagus (photo © California Wine Institute). [3] A pairing made in heaven: goat cheese and Sauvignon Blanc (photo © Fromages From Europe). [4] It’s delish with white-flesh fish (photo © Stella 34…
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