Cheers to Dry January!
A 31-day reboot for better energy, sleep and health If you are feeling a little foggy, sluggish or puffier after the holidays, you are not alone. December can be a blur of parties, family dinners, end of year stress, and yes, a little more wine, beer, or cocktails...
Can wine fit into your New Year’s resolutions?
Happy New Year! The first weeks of January are when we are most motivated to implement those New Year’s resolutions or goals, which, for many, is to adopt a healthier routine of diet and exercise. Giving up alcohol, thus embarking on “Dry January,” is a practice...
Lox, eggs and onions: A light, luscious New Year’s brunch
For hosts who’ve had enough of holiday prep Pass It Down Family Favorites With a Side of Memories “What can I bring?” “How about some apps?” “I’m at ShopRite. Need anything last minute?” “No, I don’t mind hosting. Just bring yourselves.” Texts and calls...
Brisket paradise: Remembering Rose and Jack Zawid
You could smell the unmistakable aroma of simmering brisket, roasted chicken and matzo ball soup all the way up and down Kingston Avenue in Atlantic City. Around 1985, I began writing a monthly column called “Backstage” for Frances Freedman’s much-missed Atlantic City...
The Old World and the New World of wine
Drink Up! A friend stopped at the wine bar this week to celebrate the holidays with a flight of wines. While selecting from the menu, she commented on her general preference for European wines over those from California. As she enjoyed her flight, we discussed...
