French Onion Soup

French Onion Soup

By Bob Lipinski French onion soup started as simple onion broths and became the rich, cheesy bistro dish enjoyed today. It gained popularity in 18th-century Paris among night workers at Les Halles and evolved into a French staple, with its cheese-topped version...
Champagne… Tips, Ideas & Suggestions

Champagne… Tips, Ideas & Suggestions

By Bob Lipinski Sparkling wines are produced in all wine-producing countries, a figure that now exceeds 120 nations worldwide. These wines are frequently served on special occasions and holidays, though their enjoyment need not be limited to such events. Due to their...
Tips For Purchasing and Storing Cheese

Tips For Purchasing and Storing Cheese

By Bob Lipinski Knowing how to buy and store cheese properly can be the key to turning an ordinary wine and cheese gathering into a truly memorable one. “Never commit yourself to a cheese without having first examined it.” (T.S. Eliot, 1888-1965, American-born poet...
Drinks for the Holiday Season

Drinks for the Holiday Season

By Bob Lipinski As summer fades and activities like beach outings, pool parties, sailing, and open-air events wind down, I eagerly anticipate the delights of autumn—especially when it comes to food and drinks. This season invites you to savor cocktails, both hot and...
Turkey… It’s Not Just For Thanksgiving

Turkey… It’s Not Just For Thanksgiving

By Bob Lipinski Turkey has been consumed since the 17th century, first hunted wild by colonists. By the mid-1800s, turkey became a popular holiday meal and a Thanksgiving tradition. For centuries, the turkey was the food of the well-to-do and middle class. Turkeys...

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