Category Archives: Long Island

Octoberfest With The Patchogue Kiwanis Club

Posted on October 25, 2011 by Virginia

Attending Octoberfest with the Patchogue Kiwanis Club was one of my most enjoyable evenings of 2011.  The fact that it was for charity made it even better.  When we arrived at the beautiful Greek Orthodox Church Hall in Port Jefferson, … Continue reading →

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Long Island Rosé – Summer 2011

Posted on August 9, 2011 by Virginia

I love Long Island Rosé in the Summer.  This time I tasted three Long Island Rosés -  Comtesse Therése, Lieb Bridge Lane and Macari.  I have found in my wine drinking experiments that no two Rosés are the same and … Continue reading →

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Wine Food and Fun Hamptons Style – Dan’s Taste of Two Forks

Posted on July 19, 2011 by Virginia

I had my wine, food and fun Hamptons style on Saturday night in Bridgehampton, NY! Andrew and I attended Dan’s Taste of Two Forks Event. I was pleased to be personally invited to blog about this event.  I will disclose … Continue reading →

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Great Greek Food on Long Island – Alexandros

Posted on June 28, 2011 by Virginia

I have a favorite for great Greek food on Long Island, a restaurant called Alexandros in Miller Place, NY.  Andrew and I have been there numerous times and I take out their fabulous mussels all the time.  I wrote a … Continue reading →

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pizzetteria brunetti – great wine and pizza

Posted on June 14, 2011 by Virginia

  Our friend suggested that we join her for a trip to Westhampton Beach for a pizza and wine dinner at pizzetteria brunetti. Located in a shop next to an ice cream shop ( Haagan Dazs ) and a market … Continue reading →

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La Maison du Chocolat – Summer Collection

Posted on June 6, 2011 by Virginia

I was privileged to be invited to La Maison du Chocolat to taste their new Summer Collection. This is the best chocolate that I have ever tasted! What a lovely way to enjoy the Upper East Side of New York … Continue reading →

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Lunch at Desmonds Pub in The Inn and Spa at East Wind

Posted on May 29, 2011 by Virginia

The Pub at Desmonds in The Inn and Spa at East Wind is one of our go-to places for a nice glass of wine and good quality bar food. East Wind is a Hotel that is one of the most … Continue reading →

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Reasonable Long Island Wines

Posted on May 23, 2011 by Virginia

On Saturday, Andrew and I celebrated the “end of the world” by trying some reasonable Long Island wines. Sitting out in our backyard oasis with some good tunes was a great way to take advantage of the one nice day … Continue reading →

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Calamity Jane Visits The Brookhaven Rifle Range

Posted on May 15, 2011 by Virginia

Calamity Jane aka Virginia’s Long Island had a nice visit or shall I say date with Andrew at the Brookhaven Rifle Range.  As with all ranges in New York, there are very strict rules and protocol and I was immediately … Continue reading →

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Wine and Food in the Jamesport Area

Posted on May 14, 2011 by Virginia

Andrew and I have been busy lately getting things done for Spring.  I am having a Spring Awakening – learning a new business and immersing myself in it.  Andrew is on a serious roll improving our property.  He is cutting … Continue reading →

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