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Hey Everyone we are back! Where ya been you might ask...lol! There has been a lot going on( lots of GREAT things) and we have been trying to do our part in keeping safe, living in these COVID times.
We took it back for you and shared Chef Maem's Homemade Bolognese and tapped in on our Superbowl...well really, ourTom Brady thoughts. Is he the GOAT?

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Welp we are here...ready to welcome in the new year... AT HOME.
Chef Maem made some gumbo, and homemade cheddar biscuits and I paired it with some Mozelle Riesling.
We are sharing the recipes and refocusing for whats to come1 

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Seafood Gumbo
| 2  | Pounds  | Unpeeled Large Shrimp
|  1/2  | Cup  | Butter  - divided
| 2  | 32-ounce  | Chicken Broth
| 1  | Pound  | Chicken Wings
| 1  | Cup  | All-Purpose Flour
| 2  | Cups  | Yellow Onion  - finely chopped
| 1  | Cup  | Green Bell Pepper  - finely chopped
| 1  | Cup  | Celery  - finely chopped
| 4  | Cloves  | Garlic  - minced
| 3  | Teaspoons  | Worecestershire Sauce
| 2  | Teaspoons  | Thyme   - dried
| 3  | Dry/Fresh  | Bay Leaves
|  1/4  | Cup  | Parsley  - fresh and chopped
| 1  | Pound  | Lump Crabmeat
| 1 to 2  | Pounds  | Snow Crab Legs  - cut them down
| 1  | Tablespoon  | Cajun Seasonings
| 1  | Tablespoon  | File Gumbo Seasonings
| 1  | Tablespoon  | Black Pepper

  Directions  
|   | Chop the onions, celery, green bell peppers, and parsley.  Mince the garlic.
|   | Cut up the chicken wings and season with salt, pepper & some of the mince garlic.
|   | Saute the chicken wings in some minced garlic and set aside.
|   | Cut down the crab legs to nice bite size pieces, set aside.
|   | Start the roux - it takes about 2 1/2 hours.  Combine the butter and the flour and stir on a low heat.
|   | Roux should be creamy in texture,  a nice brown color.
|   | Add into the roux the cajun seasonings, file gumbo seasonings, black pepper - blend together.
|   | Saute the chopped onions, bell pepper, celery and minced garlic.  Once the roux is ready add sauted veggies into pot.
|   | Add in the chicken broth, bay leaves and worcestershire sauce.
|   | Let it simmer for about 10 minutes.
|   | Add in the chicken, cook for about 15 minutes til tender.
|   | Add in lump crab meat and crab legs, let cook for about 7 minutes.
|   | Then add in the worcestershire sauce and shrimp.
|   | Gumbo is done when the shrimp is done.  Add in additional seasonings as needed.
|   | Serve over white rice.
|   | Garnish with chopped parsley and green onions.

This episode is all about Christmas, what we are going to do and how we plan to still find joy in the crazy year as it comes to an end! 
Plus an added bonus, you have asked and we are  introducing  our Elliott! If  E.T. can have one why can't we!

Soooooo....

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My wine is bottled!

Zoë is finally bottled and will be ready for you to enjoy March 2021.
We paired it with a vegetarian lasagna by Chef Maem and some amazing fresh made bruschetta.

It was truly an amazing moment, opening MY own wine, pouring, and enjoying it! I still love it and am very proud of my first blend! I can not wait for you to enjoy it!     

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It's all about the appetizers this week! 
We had a fun KoLab that started with some Spicy Tuna Rolls... which I tried for the first time and an amazing spicy sweet dipping sauce made by Chef to complement it. Loved it, wanted more!
Shrimp was all through the rest of the appetizers from the Hot, Sweet & Sour Soup to the "Two Bite" Wrapped Tiger Shrimp and another amazing sauce.  In addition we finished up with Shrimp Egg Rolls... ahhh if you could only taste the goodness!

For the spice I paired it with some Muscats

Elysium Black Muscat- This wine's aromas of dark fruits and color as well,  gave a great balance with it's sweetness for all of the hot spices on the menu.

Obsession Symphony- This White Blend was my surprise find. With it's flavor of peaches and pineapple, it has a great clean, crisp taste and a great name to bring it all together! 


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We are post Thanksgiving and cooking up some lighter dishes after all the fixins' of the holiday! Check in and find out who won the Prime Rib cook off, the Chef or Dawn. Who do you think? As well as our thoughts on the wine pairing of Sun Goddess  Pinot Grigio by Mary J. Blige.

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This week we are pouring Prosecco from Earl Stevens Selections, and sharing our upcoming holiday plans along with a few other things! E40 has done an amazing job with this one. We love the hints of tropical fruits and the clean, crisp taste.    

So while you are getting ready for the holiday pour yourself a glass and check out our plans!

Happy Holidays from Us!


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Chef Maem takes us on a burger journey you won't soon forget as she creates a salmon, mushroom and shrimp burger. As well as a Turkey burger stuffed with blue cheese and topped with sautéed shrimp and mushrooms, for the win!

I went a different way with our drinks for the meal. Wanting to shake things up too. So instead of a wine pairing, I rolled with vodka, and a holiday inspired  Mixed Berry Moscow Mule.

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Link to Uncle Nearest Whiskey 
1884 Small Batch Whiskey - Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey     

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Join us as Chef Maem takes us on a journey through memories of her moms cooking. As the seasons change and the weather gets cooler, it's time for soups and curry to warm our insides. While I share a great French wine to bring it all together.
Pour yourself a glass of your favorite Fall drink and enjoy!

Wine with meal~ Marcel Martin Le Droissy Vouvray 2017
Book information~ The Elegant Taste of Thailand Cha Am Cuisine by Sisamon Kongpan and Pinyo Srisawat

Wine we sipped on during the episode~ Bella Grace Vineyards Orange Muscat 

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In this episode we share our thoughts on 2 Reds by 2 amazing wine makers. Family owned winery that just kind of happened!
One from Napa Valley, CA ~Chaos Theory by Brown Estates Winery, brownestate.com
&
One from Portland, OR ~Look Back At It by Abbey Creek Wines, abbeycreekvineyard.com

Pour you a glass of your favorite drink and sit back and let's wine down together.

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