Tag Archives: Food

Greenport’s Shellabration – A Wonderful Taste of Long Island

Posted on December 11, 2012 by Virginia

Greenport’s First Annual Shellabration was a wonderful taste of Long Island. Local scallops, clams and oysters were expertly paired with local wines. This fine day benefited SPAT – (Southold Project in Aquaculture Training). A friend met us at Greenport Harbor … Continue reading →

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Sailing On The Baltic Sea and Happy Sea Days in Mariehamn, Finland

Posted on September 4, 2012 by Virginia

Sailing on the Baltic / Åland Sea and experiencing Sea Days in Mariehamn, Finland are some of my favorite memories of all time! Have you ever been on a boat with friends? If you have, you know this is one of … Continue reading →

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Wine Food and Fun In Stockholm

Posted on July 31, 2012 by Virginia

My favorite things: wine, food and fun were abundant in Stockholm, Sweden. We stayed in Stockholm for three fantastic nights. On our first night in Sweden we stayed at the Scandic Norra Bantorget in the center of town. We were … Continue reading →

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Andrew’s Family Farm Stand and Our Long Island Garden

Posted on May 22, 2012 by Virginia

Andrew’s Family Farm Stand in Wading River, NY has been a staple of our gardening needs for over ten years.  When I need flowering plants, veggies or herbs this is a solid go-to. If I am having guests, I like … Continue reading →

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Greenport Egg Hunt – Great Idea by Butta Cakes

Posted on April 7, 2012 by Virginia

On facebook, I noticed that Butta Cakes in Greenport, NY was holding a fun Easter Egg Hunt at Mitchell Park.  What a fun idea.  At ten o’clock the hunt began.  There were coupons, candy and Pranks inside of the colorful … Continue reading →

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Long Island Chardonnay and Soft Shell Crabs

Posted on April 5, 2012 by Virginia

Four Long Island Chardonnays and soft shell crabs make a spring evening eventful.  Finding the crabs at my local fishmonger inspired me to taste some local wine.  For this evening I chose some reasonably priced Long Island whites to taste … Continue reading →

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Fun in Jupiter, Florida

Posted on March 2, 2012 by Virginia

I was able to escape the grey of winter for the balmy shores of Jupiter, Florida.  While it was raining most of the time, I managed to fit in some wine, food and fun!  Sometimes it’s worth it to take … Continue reading →

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Quechee Vermont and My Simon Pearce Glassblowers Experience

Posted on January 19, 2012 by Virginia

Quechee Vermont and Simon Pearce Glassblowers have a huge place in my heart.   The beauty and grandeur of the Green Mountains always takes my breath away.  I’ve been going to Vermont since I was a toddler to visit my … Continue reading →

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Eataly – A Blogging Adventure

Posted on September 20, 2011 by Virginia

I had read about Eataly on New York City’s 23rd and 5th Avenue and was excited to experience it.  Andrew and I have been huge fans of Mario Batali since we’ve been together (16 years).  The best meal we’ve ever … 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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