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TIP OF THE DAY: The Other Valentine “Roses”

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Actually, we mean “rosés,” as in rosé Champagne. Many people like to crack open a bottle of bubbly for V-Day. We think the most appropriate bubbly for this special celebration is a rose-hued sparkling wine. In France, rosé Champagne is made from blending red and white wines. They tend to be more expensive and more…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Homemade Soup

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Chicken tortilla soup combines chicken, corn, grated cheese, garlic, onion and tortilla chips. Who wouldn’t want a big bowl? Photo courtesy Cabot Creamery. February 4th is Homemade Soup Day. Last year, we spoke of homemade soup as an elegant option for entertaining. In the current economy, look at it as a delicious and inexpensive meal…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Red Heart Doilies

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Have a heart: Use red doilies on Valentine’s Day. Photo courtesy MozzarellaCompany.com. Plan ahead for Valentine’s Day and pick up some small red heart-shaped doilies. Use them to present cocktails, crottins of chèvre, individual desserts (panna cotta, cupcakes) and other dishes on your Valentine’s Day table (start with morning toast!). Use them for just one…
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