TOP PICK OF THE WEEK: North South Confections’ Splendid Artisan Chocolates

Minds may be wandering to Halloween candy at this time of year, but we’ve found our favorite treat: a box of chocolates from North South Confections. These are not your typical box of artisan chocolates; but rather, the best combination of fruit, caramel and chocolate we’ve ever tasted. Chocolatier Justine Pringle starts with 100% fresh…
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TOP PICK OF THE WEEK: Chenin Blanc Wine From The Loire Valley

Our Top Pick Of The Week encourages you to try Chenin Blanc wines from the Loire Valley of France. These excellent white wines include familiar wines like Savennières and Vouvray, as well as other equally noteworthy but less-well-known white wines of the Loire. The Loire Valley (pronounced L-WAHR) is a paradise of beautiful scenery and…
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TOP PICK OF THE WEEK: Macarons & Cookies From Ron Ben-Israel Treats

Ron Ben-Israel is one of America’s most acclaimed designer of wedding and other special occasion cakes (see them at WeddingCakes.com). His superb cake art is sought after for the most elaborate events. He also makes small cakes for birthdays, anniversaries, and for fans who can’t go too long without having one of his cakes. But…
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TOP PICK OF THE WEEK: Lifeway’s Probiotic Farmer Cheese & All About Farmer Cheese

Today’s tip: Get to know farmer cheese. We grew up on it: Our grandparents loved it, our mother loved it and we’re in love with its milky freshness, too. For eating at breakfast, for crostini, for a cooking cheese, it’s a tangier option to ricotta: Middle Europe versus Italy. This tip is all about farmer…
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