Treat Yourself To Fall-Flavored Preserves From Bonne Maman

[1] Fig is traditionally a fall flavor, but this popular variety is available year-round (all photos © Bonne Maman). [2] Cranberry Cherry Preserves. The line can also be used in baking and 20 more ways beyond toast.   Strawberry, grape, and raspberry are the three most popular flavors of jams*, jellies, and preserves in the…
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Pumpkin Pie Dessert Hummus Recipe With Almond Butter

[1] Pumpkin pie hummus for dessert or a sweet snack (both photos © Once Again Nut Butter). [2] Once Again Maple Almond Butter is available year-round online.   How to turn hummus into pumpkin pie? Once Again Nut Butter gives it a shot, with this recipe with maple, honey, and pumpkin pie spices. Serve it…
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Cocoa Bomb Chocolate Whiskey With Great Chocolate Flavor

[1] Cocoa Bomb on the rocks (photo © Heritage Distilling). [2] A cocoa bomb, inspiration for the whiskey (photo © Williams Sonoma).   Here’s a different type of chocolate for Halloween…or Christmas…or Valentine’s Day…or whenever: Cocoa Bomb Chocolate Whiskey from Heritage Distilling. Heritage is the largest independently owned craft distillery in the Pacific Northwest. It’s…
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Brebirousse D’Argental, An Elegant Cheese For Halloween

Brebirousse D’Argental, an elegant French sheep’s milk cheese, would be appealing on any cheese plate at any time of year. But in this season, we especially like that it wears the colors of Halloween and Thanksgiving. This pasteurized cheese is from Lyon, a gourmet hub in the Rhône-Alpes region of France. Orange on the outside,…
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It’s National Carignan Day – Do You Know Carignan Red Wine

[1] Carignan wine has a dark red color (photo © Tribella Wine). [2] A cluster of Carignan grapes (photo © Vins Rhone). [3] Carignan is a great pairing with poultry. In the photo, it’s roast duck; but it can also be the Thanksgiving turkey (photo © Dean & DeLuca). [4] A glass of Carignan from…
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