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In this new and ongoing segment, I’ll be sharing with you some of my recent food related experiences. These can range anywhere from food and beverage products, to gadgets, to cooking implements, to places,
Read more…Fewer foodstuffs in the world today seem to have more fans than xocolātl, the cacao-based infusion the Spanish conquistadors found quaffed by the elites of Aztec, Mayan, and other Mesoamerica societies they conquered. Back then, it was not necessaril
...tasting and cooking experiences that include reviews of events at Hilton Chicago Hotel, Drake Oak Brook, Riva on Navy Pier, Pirch Chicago, Kohler Original Chocolates, and more....
http://terryssecondhelpings.blogspot.com/2015/10/latest-tastin
Read more…...reviews of Prairie Grass Cafe, Quartino Ristorante & Wine Bar and The Spirit of Italy Liqueurs...plus some detail on Midwest food and wine events, including Chicago Gourmet 2015, Abbey Resort & Avani Spa Unwind Wine Series, and Kohler Food & Wi
Read more…In this day and age, for every person who takes care about what he or she eats, it seems many more are still fairly careless about it. But even those who watch what they eat may not realize that conditions while flying in a commercial jetliner – espe
s 7:00pm and everybody is anxiously waiting for dinner to be served from the Four Season Restaurant & Bar at the Sunset Bay Club & SeaSide Dive Resort. The tasty fragrance can be scented from a distance and if you are in your room then you are forced
Read more…In this day and age, for every person who takes care about what he or she eats, it seems many more are still fairly careless about it. But even those who watch what they eat may not realize that conditions while flying in a commercial jetliner – espe
...my tasting discoveries continue...
http://terryssecondhelpings.blogspot.com/2015/07/culinary-melange-journey-of-discovery.html
Read more…Two recent cooking demonstrations I attended, included one at a local library, and the other at a meditation center...featured dishes were seasonal...tastings and recipes followed each session...my article includes the delicious recipes.
Read more…...my latest article feature includes food, wine, kitchen gadgets, entertaining, and gift basket ideas...perfect for the busy holidays, regardless which one you celebrate...
http://terryssecondhelpings.blogspot.com/2015/11/gift-ideas-that-brighten
Read more…....reviews of the Yard House restaurant-sports bar and the International Wine & Fine Food Expo...
http://terryssecondhelpings.blogspot.com/2015/11/latest-tastings-hither-yon-part-three.html
Read more…Celebrating my heritage, National Italian Heritage Month, Alessi Foods, and my recipe takes.
http://terryssecondhelpings.blogspot.com/2015/10/thats-italian.html
Read more…...sometimes picking up some new culinary tips can be closer than you think...in this edition, I share three uniquely different culinary discoveries in my back yard, so to speak...
http://terryssecondhelpings.blogspot.com/2015/09/chef-happenings-
Read more…...features Spain's Rioja Wine and food pairings...
http://terryssecondhelpings.blogspot.com/2015/07/out-about-wine-tastings-part-one_2.html
Read more…...Uruguay's Bodega Garzon wines, paired with food tastings at Chicago's Seven Lions Restaurant...
http://terryssecondhelpings.blogspot.com/2015/07/out-about-wine-tastings-part-two.html
Read more…...my latest is a recap of this major industry event, extensive product reviews and recommendations...
http://terryssecondhelpings.blogspot.com/2015/05/housewares-show-2015-part-one.html
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Java hounds sniffing after both a copacetic cuppa and the chance to experience key aspects of history, culture, and ecology relating to coffee in several Latin American countries have the opportunity to have it all in a number of regions which have f
My latest product review and restaurant tastings ~
http://terryssecondhelpings.blogspot.com/2015/04/food-finds-part-three.html
Read more…The relaxed Caribbean town of Puerto Viejo not only boasts some of the country's prettiest beaches, and a selection of fine smaller lodgings, but also a great dining scene reflecting its varied international population. In addition to Costa Rican, y
