Monthly Archives: July 2012

Delicious summer white: Layers 2010 Adelaide

Posted on July 26, 2012 by rudybelle

I love finding a new patio-friendly white, so I’m delighted to share this one: the Layers 2010 Adelaide from Peter Lehmann Wines. Our friends from down-under sure do know how do to a lovely summer white.  This wine is a … Continue reading →

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Here Comes 2012 Summer Boston Restaurant Week – August 19-24 and 26-31

Posted on July 24, 2012 by rudybelle

I’ve got a few favorite food/wine events that take place bi-annually in Boston.  One is the awesome Smith & Wollensky National Wine Week, which takes place in the spring and fall.  The 2012 fall event is scheduled for September 17-21.  … Continue reading →

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Island Creek Oyster Bar updates wine list

Posted on July 22, 2012 by rudybelle

Boston’s Island Creek Oyster Bar consistently has (IMHO) one of the city’s best, interesting and most affordable wine lists.  Not to mention an extremely knowlegeable staff who can make the right recommendations to pair with whatever you’re eating. But the restaraunt … Continue reading →

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Sangria from Gourmet: Time to Party Like its 1964!

Posted on July 20, 2012 by rudybelle

Guess I’m feeling a bit “Mad Men” this afternoon, since I couldn’t wait to post this delicious-sounding recipe for sangria, courtesy of Gourmet Magazine 1964.  I love the specificity of the recipe (20 ice cubes?  Would 21 ruin it?)  and … Continue reading →

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Giving new meaning to “in the sauce…”

Posted on July 16, 2012 by rudybelle

Love this creative bottle stopper I found over the weekend at Russell Orchards in Ipswich, MA.  Definitely a conversation piece. Russell’s is a great destination for pick-your-own fruits (currently harvesting raspberries and blueberries), baked goods, local crafts (handmade soaps, art, … Continue reading →

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This one made me laugh

Posted on July 6, 2012 by rudybelle

I’ll let the caption speak for itself… What’s everyone drinking this weekend?

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