tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-65022273484233758412012-01-28T21:32:26.561-05:00The Glamorous Gourmet is perpetually on the prowl for the latest food, wine & fabulous finds in South Florida and beyond! From foie gras to fried chicken and Champagne to Cabernet you can find this discerning palate sampling local fare with a flair for fashion and an appetite for all things edible.The Glamorous Gourmethttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15918917969407157368noreply@blogger.comBlogger1881100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6502227348423375841.post-49954138131522657212012-01-26T13:54:00.000-05:002012-01-26T13:54:46.998-05:00

Red, Green & Black Lentils Ah, lentils! I've been a fan of this legendary legume since enjoying my Grandmother's homemade lentil soup as a child. Having sampled them in many incarnations since, I have to say their inherent earthiness and delightful texture always keep me coming back for more. I especially find myself drawn to lentils during the Winter months when they can effectively double as

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As many of you know, writing about health food is not really my thing. Rice cakes, tofu and bean spouts are not exactly the most glamorous or flavorful ingredients out there and, truth be told, I have usually avoided them at all costs. While I don't consider myself quite as naughty as a certain Ms. Paula Deen, I have to admit I usually prefer a little decadence in my dishes. That being said, I

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Well, my Fabulous Foodie Friends, 2012 is off and running and if you're looking to make some changes in your food and wine routine, The Glamorous Gourmet has got you covered! Whether it's breaking out of your ho-hum wine routine, experimenting with healthy new ingredients, or possibly finding a career in the wine world I've got some creative suggestions and fabulous interviews that I'm very

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After taking a week off to recover from all that Champagne, I am happy to announce a few upcoming wine and food events you won't want to miss in 2012. First, let me start by saying, after a very challenging 2011, I am thrilled to be participating in many of the events I missed last year due to my injury. I am so thankful to everyone who continued reading my blog and attending my events during

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New Year's Eve is upon us and if you need any last minute dishes to pair with your bubbly, The Glamorous Gourmet is here to help! Champagne and sparkling wines pair remarkably well with a variety of cuisines and are often underestimated as "food wines". From grilled fish to spicy Thai dishes, a sparkler's versatility has you covered! Here are a few pairings that are sure to delight your palate

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Rather than running into the wine store and grabbing the same bottle of Champagne you always do, why not find a bottle based on characteristics you actually like? The complicated terminology associated with Champagne can be daunting but as a recently appointed "Wine Location Specialist" of the Champagne region (through the Center for Wine Origins and CIVC), I'm happy to share with you some

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With New Year's Eve a few days away, I have visions of Champagne bubbles dancing in my head! While I am a fan of bubbly for everyday use, the classic time of year for fizz is definitely New Year's Eve. If you're looking for creative ways to include sparkling wine into your New Year's celebration, look no further. This week I'll be posting ideas on how best to enjoy them in the comfort of your

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Ina Garten's Rosemary Cashews Looking for the perfect hors d'oeuvres for guests to nibble while they await your fabulous holiday feast? Try these delicious Rosemary Cashews from one of my favorite cookbooks of all time, Barefoot in Paris by Ina Garten, The Barefoot Contessa.  Inspired by the bar nuts served at Union Square Cafe in New York City, these delicious, savory cashews are perfect for

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If you like the idea of enjoying your own holiday party, check out Colin Cowie's fabulous tips for Stress-Free Holiday Entertaining! Visit msnbc.com for breaking news, world news, and news about the economy Cheers,

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Photo courtesy of Christopher Haugh With Christmas and New Year's Eve right around the corner, it's prime time for sparkling wine! Last Thursday marked our second annual "Holiday Sparklers" wine tasting event at the Museum of Art Fort Lauderdale. Guests sampled sparkling wines from around the globe paired with delicious dishes created by Chef Lenore Nolan-Ryan. I chose these sparklers

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Looking for the perfect cocktail to serve your guests this holiday season? Well look no further! The delicious and festive Pomegranate-Rosemary Royale definitely fits the bill!    This creative cocktail is a combination of rosemary-infused simple syrup, pomegranate juice and sparkling wine garnished with glistening, ruby red pomegranate seeds. I just love how it incorporates both the flavors

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It's time for the third and final installment of fabulousness from "The Collection of Elizabeth Taylor" at Christie's. The auctions are taking place all week and last night, during the sale of a portion of Taylor's jewelry collection, some records were broken! Christie's tweeted, "Elizabeth Taylor's Taj Majal Diamond sets a world auction record for an Indian Jewel w/ $8,818,500." They also added,

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I hope you enjoyed yesterday's peek at a few of the amazing jewels from "The Elizabeth Taylor Collection" at Christie's. Today, I thought I'd share a glimpse of the fabulous fashions too. As with the jewelry, owning an enormous collection of haute couture also goes with the territory of being a legendary film icon! So, without further ado, here's a look at some of Taylor's coveted clothing up for

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Don't you just love Christmas time in New York? From the magnificent Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree to all the magical storefront windows, the city is decked out in all it's winter glory. This year, Manhattan had a little added sparkle, featuring The Collection of Elizabeth Taylor at Christie's Auction House.   "The Collection" includes some of the most glamorous jewelry, fashion and

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It is with great pleasure that I present the lineup of fabulous Chefs and Vintners participating in the upcoming 10th Annual Boca Bacchanal. This weekend-long celebration of food and wine benefits the Heritage Education and Historic Preservation Programs of The Boca Raton Historical Society and will take place March 23-25, 2012. Steve and I are honored and very excited to be serving as

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Some great tips from the expert of elegant entertaining, the fabulous Mr. Colin Cowie, for creating a stylish and glamorous Thanksgiving table! Throw a Thanksgiving Bash in style! from Colin Cowie on Vimeo. Cheers,

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With Thanksgiving just a few days away, it's time to select wines to pair with your holiday meal. Sounds easy enough, right? Well, with one zillion flavors to consider, a panoply of palates, and the cost of providing wine for twenty plus thirsty friends and family members, this task is easier said than done. This is the prime time of year for an acute case of Wine Pairing Paralysis! Never fear

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This time of year always gets me thinking about family, especially my Grandmother, the delightful Doris Johnson. Gram truly relished her role as matriarch of our family and always took great pride in her cooking, whether it was a Tuesday night dinner for my Grandfather or a holiday meal for the entire family.  Whenever we arrived at my Grandparents' house, she was always in the kitchen

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What's more decadent than dessert after lunch, you ask? Dessert after lunch with wine pairings! I recently had the pleasure of indulging in this delicious duo created by Chef Pâtissier, Arnaud Chavigny at Café Boulud Palm Beach, paired with the perfect wines to match. The Chocolate Peanut Bar with peanut crémeux, hazelnut  dacquoise and chocolate sorbet had a rich, chocolaty consistency and

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I recently had the distinct pleasure of attending a Champagne tasting with one of the most inspiring women in the wine world, Margareth "Maggie" Henriquez, President and CEO of one of the world's most revered Champagne Houses, Champagne Krug. In addition to being the first non-French person to ever become President and CEO of a Champagne House, Venezuela-born Henriquez has held an array of

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I don't know about you, but Halloween is definitely one of my favorite holidays of the year! Fall is here, there's a chill in the air, not to mention all the scary movies (The Exorcist gets me every time) and fabulous, creative costumes. It also really gets me in the mood for red wine and what could be better than combining one of my favorite holidays with one of my favorite pastimes?

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The Chardonnays Lineup Last month's installment of "The Art of Wine & Food" at The Museum of Art Fort Lauderdale featured a selection of Chardonnays from various winemaking regions around the world. The goal was to showcase the different styles of wine produced from this often misunderstood varietal. Since we frequently hear wines described using human attributes (i.e. voluptuous, lean,

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Following an evening of vinous decadence at the "Sommelier All-Stars" Dinner at DANIEL recently, we were fortunate enough to fit in lunch before our flight the following day at Boulud Sud, Chef Boulud's latest Manhattan eatery. The restaurant opened earlier this year and is just blocks from Manhattan's Lincoln Center. It also happens to be adjacent to both Épicerie Boulud and Bar Boulud, making

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While on a recent trip to Sea Island, Georgia, I indulged in a relaxing massage at the Forbes Five-Star Cloister Spa & Fitness Center. The Spa was nothing short of fabulous and I was very impressed by both the facility and the service (if you have the chance to go, ask for Tim). I was also very impressed by the Spa Gift Shop which carried some very elegant product lines including one that

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Boulud & the Sommelier All-Stars! Last Wednesday night the stars aligned at New York's iconic eatery, DANIEL...the Sommelier All-Stars, that is.   Chef Daniel Boulud assembled the best and brightest of his Sommeliers, led by Dinex Wine Director Daniel Johnnes, for an evening where the wine reigned supreme. Each of the seven Sommeliers selected two wines they found inspiring, and each duo

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While I do love my recipes for entertaining, another passion of mine is finding dishes that can be prepared in a minimum of time and don't skimp on flavor. These are real gems indeed, and that's what the Fast & Fabulous segment is all about.  For all you fans of Mediterranean cuisine, here is a delightful recipe that delivers all those mouth-watering flavors in thirty minutes or less.  I

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Despite Hurricane Irene's best efforts, our monthly installment of "The Art of Wine & Food" at the Museum of Art, Ft. Lauderdale went off without a hitch!  The evening's theme was "The Diversity of Australia," and instead of the typical Shiraz and Riesling many people associate with the land down under, the evening featured varietals a little off the beaten path. To accompany the wines, Chef

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Recently, I posted a recipe for Cilantro-Flecked Heirloom Tomato Soup from James Beard award-winning author and Francophile, Patricia Wells' latest cookbook, Salad as a Meal: Healthy Main Dish Salads for Every Season. I really loved the simple, yet amazingly flavorful soup and thought I'd try a few more recipes from her latest project. The title of the second recipe is a bit of a mouthful,

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The Kesner Chardonnays It's no secret, California Chardonnay has gotten a bad rap in recent years. For good reason? Maybe, but much like fashion trends, tastes and style change over time. Currently, more winemakers are eschewing the heavily-oaked, over manipulated style of this varietal and are creating wines using less artificial intervention, driven primarily by the composition and

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Happy Friday, All! Here is a delicious little cocktail that is sure to quench your thirst in style this weekend. The Aperol Spritz is of Italian origins and is a refreshing combination of Aperol, Prosecco and a splash of club soda, garnished with an orange slice. What is Aperol, you may ask? Aperol is a bright orange, Italian aperitivo liqueur that was introduced to Italians in 1919 at the

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As many of you may have heard, yesterday marked Gary Vaynerchuk's official retirement from producing regular video wine content.  As the host and creator of Wine Library TV and more recently the Daily Grape, Gary has had much to do with changing the wine world over the past 5 years. His irreverent style and down to earth approach to wine appealed to many, including myself. I feel fortunate

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Last month's installment of the "The Art of Wine & Food" series at the Museum of Art Ft. Lauderdale featured the delightful Provençal rosés of Château D'Esclans.   For you rosé skeptics out there, let me assure you, these wines are nothing like the sickly sweet white zinfandel or blush wines you may have encountered. All of the evenings rosés were produced with “zero percent sugar” in

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With another warm weekend upon us, what will you be drinking the next few days to help beat the heat? If you haven't yet made this crucial decision, here are two options perfect for Summer sipping. First is the 2009 Martín Códax Albariño, a refreshing white wine from the Rias Baixas (pronounced ree-ahs buy-shuss, click to listen) region of Spain. Located in the northwest portion

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After a thoroughly educational experience, I am back from the Society of Wine Educators Conference I attended in Providence, Rhode Island last week. They had to pour me onto the plane, but I made it home nonetheless! The theme of this year's conference was "A Food and Wine Experience" and consisted of three full days of intensive seminars, many of which focused on the pairing of wine

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What's not to love about tomatoes? These juicy gems come in about as many incarnations as your favorite designer shoes: heirloom, cherry, grape, beefsteak - there's definitely one out there to suit your personal taste. This week, I'll be posting two recipes that highlight tomatoes and today's, my fabulous foodie friends, features the cherry tomato.  The cherry tomato is a smaller garden

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Although I normally focus primarily on wine, I felt it would be a crime not to share this delightful Summer cocktail with all of you. I recently came across a gem of a cookbook I hadn't used in awhile. "The Summer Book" by Susan Branch contains some really phenomenal and creative recipes that are, as the name implies, perfect for celebrating Summer. One that I recall particularly enjoying is

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In keeping with the white Burgundy theme, this Winesday Gary has selected a lovely California Chardonnay that can hold its own against these classic French offerings. Here's what he had to say about the 2009 Frank Family Chardonnay: "The current Daily Grape Newsletter is loaded with 70+ white Burgundy tasting notes and reviews, but sprinkled in the mix are a handful of Chardonnays from

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Moules Marinières! This dish is a favorite in our house and I especially love making it during the Summer months. It is light, delicious and easy to prepare!  This recipe for Moules Marinières (aka Mussels in White Wine) is from the Barefoot Contessa's, "Barefoot in Paris" cookbook. For the longest time I was under the impression mussels were difficult to make, but that couldn't be

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Bastille Day Fireworks! The French refer to it as "Le Quatorze Juillet" and in the US the Fourteenth of July is known as Bastille Day which commemorates the 1790 Fête de la Fédération, held on the first anniversary of the storming of the Bastille on 14 July 1789.   The Bastille was a fortress-like prison used by the King and Queen to imprison those who challenged their authority and was

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For all you Pinot Noir lovers out there, this Winesday Gary provides an interesting update on California Pinot Noir and identifies one wine maker definitely worth checking out: "California Pinot Noir producers have one man to thank for the ability to routinely price their wines over $50: Rex Pickett. The author of the book-made-movie, Sideways, single handedly skyrocketed the popularity of

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For my local friends, "Bethesda Next," the NEXT generation of young professionals planning the NEXT great social event while raising awareness and support for Bethesda Memorial Hospital Foundation, is planning their 2nd "Lite Bites and Summer Nights" event which will take place this Wednesday, July 13th from 6:30 - 9:00 p.m.  The event includes food, wine, live music by Jeremy Malotke,

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I came across this delightful recipe for Grilled Shrimp with Oregano and Lemon in the July issue of Food & Wine Magazine. The title alone made my mouth water: plump shrimp, salty capers, fragrant oregano and tart lemon - these flavors just scream Summer! The recipe was from Seattle Chef Ethan Stowell, proprietor of an assemblage of restaurants including Tavolàta, How to Cook a Wolf, Anchovies

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This Winesday, Gary has chosen an interesting white to share with The Glamorous Gourmet readers. The 2009 Cazin Cour-Cheverny Cuvée Renaissance hails from the somewhat obscure Cour-Cheverny appellation in France's Loire Valley. This young appellation, established in 1993, produces only white wine made from the Romorantin grape that has grown in the Loire Valley since the sixteenth century.

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For those of you who haven't decided on your Fourth of July menu, you may want to consider this exceptional, Summer-inspired dish from The Barefoot Contessa. This delicious mixture of succulent lobster, shrimp, clams and hearty kielbasa has always been one of my favorite Fourth of July meals. It provides all the delightful flavors of Summer without all the schlepping, sand and weather hazards

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This week, Gary's got a hot tip on a lovely white Burgundy that's perfect for you shellfish fans out there! Check out what he has to say about the 2009 Domaine Gilbert Picq Chablis 1er Cru Vosgros:   "Nothing says summer like some mollusks. I absolutely adore shellfish of all kinds, especially west coast Kumamoto oysters. Now, this pairing might sound cliché… and as a general rule, I

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The Glamorous Gourmet is here to brighten your Monday with the latest installment of Guilty Pleasures! I came across this little gem at All Star Cupcakes in Boca Raton and, I have to say, it is essentially Summer on a plate! This delightful strawberry cupcake is deliciously pink, perfectly sweet and even has actual fruit on top to balance out the "guilty" - what's not to love about that? It was

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I am happy to report, last night we kicked off the first event of our Second Annual "Art of Wine & Food" Summer Series at the Museum of Art Fort Lauderdale! Entitled "Just for the Grill of It," the evening featured wines that are perfect for pairing with Summer's mouth-watering grilled fare. The wines were complemented by delicious dishes created by the talented Chef Chris Golas of Hugh's

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What's not to love about a refreshing glass of sparkling pink bubbles to sip by the pool this Summer? Gary Vaynerchuk of the Daily Grape has a recommendation exclusively for readers of The Glamorous Gourmet for a delightful and affordable Spanish Cava that will deliver in the glass and not break the bank! Check out what he has to say about the 2008 Parxet Titiana Brut Rosé Pinot Noir Cava: "

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Me, Rebecca & Princess Jasmine A few weeks ago I had the pleasure of meeting someone in person I had "known" online for about two years. She is a familiar face in the "foodie community" here on Blogger and I am sure most of you already know her, the fabulous Rebecca Subbiah of "Chow and Chatter."   Rebecca has been an inspiration I think to many of us who have been at this blogging thing

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Happy Sunday, Everyone! I hope you're all enjoying your weekend and celebrating all the fabulous Fathers out there today with some delicious meals. I am writing because I have a small favor to ask - it's painless I promise! I have just started "The Glamorous Gourmet" page on Facebook since, due to some policy I don't quite understand, I cannot change the name of my "Stephanie Savors the

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With the weather heating up I can't help but think of one of my all time favorite recipes from "Savor the Moment," Frozen Lemon Mousse. This creamy, citrusy dessert is so light and refreshing it just screams Summer. Much to my surprise, I realized that I've never posted the recipe for this gem before, so voilà, my gift to you! The recipe is a little labor intensive but, it you are a lemon

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Calling all Super Tuscan fans! Check out the latest scoop from Gary Vaynerchuk on some great opportunities to stock up on your favorite wines from Tuscany. Sangiovese is the predominant grape in this region and is known for its high level of acidity, moderate tannins and rustic, savory flavors of sour cherry, spice and dried orange peel. These wines are meant to be consumed with food, so

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The Cloister Cocktail On a drive up to North Carolina last week, Steve and I decided to stay the night somewhere we had never been before, The Cloister Sea Island Resort located in coastal, southern Georgia. I had heard wonderful things about the resort recently and it just so happened to be the perfect halfway point between us and our destination. After checking in and getting settled, we

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This Winesday, Gary recommends a fabulous Italian gem to pair with your favorite grilled fare this Summer, the 2007 Il Colle Rosso di Montalcino. Gary explains, "In my most recent Daily Grape May Newsletter, I tasted a boat load of Tuscan red wines from the highly acclaimed 2006 and 2007 vintages. When people think Tuscan reds, and Italian red wine in general, they usually think of two food

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I came across this recipe on the way back from my mailbox the other day. It is this month's Bon Appétit cover recipe and the timing was just perfect. I was seriously craving some pasta and feeling just daring enough to experiment with anchovies. I'm also a fan of Gwyneth Paltrow and if there was any chance of coming closer to attaining her fabulous physique by preparing some of her cuisine, it

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This Winesday, Gary shares his thoughts on rosé wines and gives us a fabulous recommendation from the USA. Perfect for drinking this Memorial Day - Enjoy! "With Spring in full effect, it's getting to be rosé season. Ladies, this will go great with all those outfits and guys, don't be afraid of the pink stuff! On a more serious note, there's so much more out there than just that sweet, White

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Recently, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Daniel Johnnes, renowned Sommelier and Wine Director of Daniel Boulud's Dinex Group, the epicurean empire that encompasses such world class restaurants as Daniel, DB Bistro, DBGB, Café Boulud and Bar Boulud. While impressive enough, that description does not really tell the whole story. Prior to joining Chef Boulud in 2005, Johnnes was the Wine

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Gary Vee & me at Wine Library I am happy to announce The Glamorous Gourmet will now feature a weekly wine recommendation from the fabulous Gary Vaynerchuk, best known as the founder and host of Wine Library TV. As many of you know, I was a contributor to Gary's website, Cork'd before he began his latest exciting vinous adventure, The Daily Grape which includes, among other things, a daily show

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Looking for something deliciously quick to make for dinner tonight? Give this recipe for Braised Escarole with Seared Bay Scallops a try! I came across this gem in the Wall Street Journal in a feature on Chef Anita Lo of New York City's Annisa. Chef Lo is known for weaving multicultural flavors with classic French technique and draws inspiration from her extensive world travels. This recipe

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What better day for a sweet indulgence than Mother's Day! Mom deserves a dessert at least as sweet as she is, right? I recently came across this dessert on one of Food Network's new shows, Dessert First with Anne Thornton and thought it sounded perfectly Springy and delicious - definitely Mother's Day-worthy! I've always loved the combination of strawberry and rhubarb and seek it out whenever

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Tequila Lime Chicken & Sagaponack Corn Pudding Cinco de Mayo is tomorrow and if I can't celebrate with the actual Barefoot Contessa,I can at least enjoy a couple of her fabulous recipes! (Although, Ina, if you're reading this, the offer still stands!). Ina's Tequila Lime Chicken and Sagaponack Corn Pudding are two dishes that definitely fit the bill for this holiday commemorating the Mexican

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Earlier this week, I attended a seminar featuring some remarkable wines from Chile. Presented by the Guild of Sommeliers, the event, "The Real Deal in Chile," was hosted by Master Sommelier and Educator for Wines of Chile, Fred Dexheimer in conjunction with Master Sommeliers Andrew McNamara and Eric Hemer. Held at Morton's Steakhouse in downtown Ft. Lauderdale, the program included a tasting

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Smoked Salmon Carpaccio I was very reluctant to write this post in the same way I am reluctant to give out the name of my favorite hairdresser...simply because when word gets out about something fabulous, everybody wants to try it! Such is the case with Palm Beach's newest dining option, Buccan (boo-kahn). This "progressive American grill" has only been open a few short months but, I am

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You may have noticed I have been delinquent in my posting lately and I have missed you all very much! I had a very good reason though, I have been studying for my Certified Sommelier Exam which was Tuesday, April 19th. While a decidedly grueling day that I would never want to repeat, I am happy to report - I passed! After the events of the past 6 months (hip surgery, ongoing recovery, losing

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It is with great pleasure that I announce the winner of my Easter Celebration Giveaway but first let me thank everyone so much for participating! Is was fun reading all of your fabulous entertaining tips as well as reflections on what you love most about Spring - I think it is definitely my favorite season of the year! Also, a big thank you to Atlas Party Rental for donating the generous

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There are less than 24 hours left in the Easter Celebration Giveaway! The winner of the giveaway will receive a fabulous table for 10 (includes beautiful linens, flatware, glassware, etc) for their Easter Celebration from Atlas Party Rental, a local leader in festive tabletop fashion. The lucky winner can select one of the looks shown (see original post) or design their own table - whichever

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Spring is definitely one of my favorite times of the year. Birds are chirping, bright colors are back and the weather is just perfect here in South Florida! Along those lines, I'm very happy to announce my latest blog giveaway. Atlas Party Rental, a local leader in festive tabletop fashion, has agreed to provide the winner of this giveaway with a gorgeous table for your Easter celebration! The

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Following the reception, guests adjourned to the dining room and were seated at tables adorned in tropical style. Colors of mango, green and gold; tropical centerpieces; and natural bamboo accents evoked a festive Florida feel.  After the introduction of our featured Chefs and Vintners, the winner of the Champagne Table was announced and the lucky table was relocated to the elegantly

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I am happy to report the 9th Annual Boca Bacchanal and Auction has drawn to a close! It was a fabulous evening of food, wine and fun while raising money for the Heritage Programs of the Boca Raton Historical Society. Our theme was The Era of the Mango Gang Chefs, and celebrated some of Florida's most innovative culinary personalities who have really changed the face of Florida cuisine over

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Pain Au Chocolat at Brix Bakery  This week's Guilty Pleasure is especially dangerous because I can find it within a mile of my house! I snapped these beautiful Pain au Chocolat at Brix Bakery here in Delray Beach. There's just something about seeing these delicious pastries all lined up that just releases endorphins in my brain - YUM! Pain au chocolat, also known as chocolatine in

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The last Saturday in February is recognized by many oenophiles as "Open That Bottle Night."  This vinous "holiday" was created in the late 1990's by long time Wall Street Journal columnists Dorothy Gaiter and John Brecher as an opportunity for wine lovers to pop the corks on those "too-special-to-ever-be-opened" bottles in their cellars. This year, my husband and I opened a bottle from

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It's no secret I am a fan of Champagne. So needless to say when I heard Champagne Taittinger would once again be featured at this year's Boca Bacchanal I was, how do you say, a very happy girl! As if having the wines of this famed Champagne House weren't enough, Clovis Taittinger, son of Champagne Taittinger President, Pierre-Emmanuel, will also be attending to represent his family's

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This post kicks off the first in "Guilty Pleasures," a series of mouth-watering food photos meant to titillate your tastebuds - yet contain zero calories! Like many of you, I adore beautiful food and greatly respect and appreciate the work that goes into creating it. That said, I couldn't think of a better photo to kick off this series than this exquisite lobster dish I enjoyed at Le Jules

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Last Thursday's "Art of Wine & Food" tasting event at The Museum of Art, Ft. Lauderdale, marked my first event back at the Museum since hip surgery. I have to say, it felt pretty darn good! We had a fabulous group of folks turn out and we got to enjoy our evening in the Museum's Marks Gallery which exuded an elegant ambiance. Our theme of the evening was "Wines of the Winter Season: Hearty

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I have to say I am a big fan of vanilla. Whether it's ice cream, a latte or even home fragrances, vanilla is usually a shoe-in with me. Finding just the right vanilla scent can be difficult though. Some can be too powdery, some too cloyingly sweet - it's not always easy to find just the right one. Recently, however, I have come across what is, for me, "the perfect" vanilla!   Seda France's

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One of the most glamorous nights of the year is just a few days away - this Sunday is the 83rd Annual Academy Awards! If you are not on the guest list this year (wouldn't THAT be nice), why not enjoy a decadent meal at home while you root for your favorite films! Kick off the evening with Black Truffle Popcorn paired with your favorite Champagne. I don't know about you but I could eat an

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The countdown begins for one of my favorite wine & food events of the year! The Ninth Annual Boca Bacchanal will take place March 18-20th and is a fabulous, weekend long affair that features some of the world's most renowned Chefs and Vintners showcased in three very unique events. This year has special significance for me and my husband Steve since we are chairing The Bacchanal and Auction

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To everyone who has followed Stephanie Savors the Moment over the past 1 1/2 years - I am happy to announce some exciting changes! As some of you already know, I was "tripped up" in my quest to complete "The Savor the Moment Challenge" after suffering a fractured hip in October and subsequent hip surgery in January. During my lengthy and ongoing recovery, I have decided to kick off 2011 with

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You have your Valentine's Day menu planned to perfection, but how about some music to really set the mood. This playlist is guaranteed to pair perfectly with your meal and heat things up with your Sweet Baboo! It also makes for a nice gift if you haven't had time to run to the store. The songs are from some of my all-time favorite artists (i.e. Madonna, Diana Krall, and The Bird and the Bee) and

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Since my culinary adventures have been curtailed to some degree due to surgery, I thought I would share this fashionable and timely, but not necessarily food-related, post!  Each year the French Postal Service commissions a fabulous, world renowned fashion designer to create heart shaped stamps to commemorate Valentine's Day. The first of these "designer hearts" postage stamps were issued in

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Let's be honest. While a nice Valentine's Day dinner is, well, "nice," isn't this day of romance really all about the sweets? Candy hearts and chocolates seem to take center stage on this most romantic day of the year. So why not pair your sweets with some fabulous wine as well?  Here are three fabulous pairings that are guaranteed to satiate your sweetie's sweet tooth. There's a little

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After listening to my best friend Syd recount the local snowfall amounts for the week in Beverly, MA I had to thank my lucky stars for the gorgeous weather we're having here in South Florida. So it got into the low 40's a few times and I actually had to put on a sweater last week - not a big deal relative to shoveling and snow-blowing!  Practical issues aside, the gorgeous weather here also

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For my latest New Times assignment, I had the pleasure of interviewing the owner of Market 17, a fabulous new restaurant in Ft. Lauderdale that is hosting a wine dinner this Thursday featuring world renowned winemaker Paul Hobbs as Guest of Honor. If you haven't heard of Paul Hobbs yet, you may recognize some names on his impressive resume which includes positions at Robert Mondavi and Opus One

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One of the things I love about about blogging is interacting with people who share similar passions, which, in my case, just happens to be food and wine. I recently posted the question on Facebook & Twitter, "What's the strangest or most unusual food you've ever eaten?" I should have braced myself for the responses! I found the results so interesting and, in many cases, repelling I just had to

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Chef Jamie DeRosa I am happy to report, I recently started writing for The New Times, a weekly publication and daily news website here in sunny South Florida owned by Village Voice Media. I'll be covering food and wine events in Broward and Palm Beach county for their Dining News blog, "Clean Plate Charlie." My first piece was an interview with Chef Jamie DeRosa of Atlantic Ocean Club and

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Happy New Year, Everyone! What better way to kick off 2011 than by giving away some fabulous Waterford Crystal? A big thank you to everyone who participated in my first giveaway - it was so fun reading about everyone's wine preferences. Another big thank you to Jorge Pérez, National Spokesperson for Waterford, who arranged for the fabulous glasses for this giveaway. Each winner will receive a

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Big thanks to Liz Balmaseda, Food Editor of the Palm Beach Post, for her article on "Savoring the Year's End with Savor the Moment" on the cover of Wednesday's Food & Accent section! Many of the recipes included are ideal for a New Year's Eve cocktail party. Check it out: Boca Raton’s Junior Leaguers relive scenes from landmark cookbook, ‘Savor the Moment’ By Liz Balmaseda Dining December 22,

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New Year's Eve is the perfect time to reflect on the year gone by and contemplate resolutions for the year ahead - or - if that option seems a bit too tame, it's also the perfect night of the year to drink Champagne indiscriminately and be completely justified in doing so. I'll let you guess which option I'll be choosing! With the endless selection of sparkling wines available on store shelves,

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Roasted Fingerling Potatoes with Crème Fraîche & Caviar Every Christmas Eve, my husband and I host dinner for the family at Chez Miskew prior to a fabulous Christmas Day feast at my sister's house. Since being on crutches since late October, getting around the kitchen has been a challenge to say the least. I've had to rely on my husband, friends and family for help with the grocery shopping - a

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My husband Steve and I wanted to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas! May your day be filled with fabulous family, friends, food and wine. I also wanted to share with you "The Wine Lovers Twelve Days of Christmas," an alternate and fun version of this Christmas classic. I first saw it on a tea towel I found at Sur La Table - gotta love that store! "A Wine Lover's Twelve Days of Christmas"1. A

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Me & Waterford Crystal Spokesperson, Jorge Pérez I recently attended a special signing event at Bloomingdales in Boca Raton honoring Vincent Rellis, Master Cutter for Waterford Crystal. Fresh in from Ireland, Rellis spoke to us about his remarkable family history with Waterford and also hand signed crystal purchases made at the evening's event. Joining him was National Spokesperson for

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The other night, my friend Tony Ventura, wine writer extraordinaire and fabulous cook, mentioned he was making Coq Au Vin on a very snowy night in Buffalo, NY. With the cold weather finally upon us here in South Florida, I quickly asked him if he would be kind enough to share his recipe - I just knew it would be a good one. Wow, was it ever! He shared a quick version of the classic French recipe

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Fabulous Flight of Syrah In anticipation of the 4th Annual American Fine Wine Competition, a Press Judging was recently held that offered a sneak peek at some of this years vinous contenders! As the name implies, this South Florida-based competition celebrates only American produced wines while raising money for some fabulous local charities in the process. The wines for the event are selected

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Planning on giving the gift of wine this Holiday Season? Then check out this helpful list from Natalie MacLean, wine expert and e-sommelier of the eponymous wine website www.nataliemaclean.com and author of the informative and extremely entertaining "Red, White and Drunk all Over: A Wine Soaked Journey from Grape to Glass," one of my favorite wine reads of all time!   Natalie’s Top Ten Gift

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I originally posted this entry last year right after Thanksgiving. It is such a delicious recipe and was so well-received I just had to post it again. It is the perfect dish to enjoy once you are "over" your leftovers. I hope you enjoy it! For anyone who’s hit their limit with Thanksgiving leftovers – they were definitely great while they lasted – this is a fantastic, Quick Cook recipe perfect

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Aaaaahh, Pumpkin Pie Season is finally here!  No doubt this time of year there is ample opportunity to get your fill of it, perhaps even to the point where it becomes, dare I say, passé?! If you find yourself in this enviable position or you're just in the mood to try something new, you should give this delicious alternative a try. I made this Pumpkin Pie Trifle a few years ago and my family

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Holidays like Thanksgiving can sometimes cause an acute case of WPP otherwise known as wine pairing paralysis. With the cacophony of flavors and textures involved in a meal whose primary goal is to stuff oneself until bursting, what wine could possibly (1) complement the meal (2) appeal to a variety of palates and (3) not break the bank? Don’t fret, my fellow wine lovers, here are a few tips to

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Janel Williams, Alison Gatto, Linda Gunn & Frank Forlini One week ago, we celebrated the 10th Anniversary of the Junior League of Boca Raton's Cookbook, "Savor the Moment." Yes, the same cookbook I've been cooking my way through for the past year! Thanks to our amazing Cookbook Committee led by Co-Chairs Alison Gatto and Janel Williams, it was a magical evening of food, wine and fun that truly

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I am excited to report, last Thursday's Food Section in the South Florida Sun Sentinel featured an article about my blog, Stephanie Savors the Moment! The piece chronicled the inspiration behind and journey of writing the blog and cooking my way through "Savor the Moment" over the past year, à la Julie & Julia, and the interesting opportunities that have come about as a result. From writing for

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