Best wines of 2023
By David Setley This time of year, I like to anticipate the coming months while looking back on the past twelve with gratitude. First, allow me to express my appreciation to you for reading these articles. Many have reached out or stopped in with kind remarks and...Izakaya: A 15-Year Culinary Chapter Comes To A Close at Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa
Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa and Chef & Restaurateur Michael Schulson have jointly announced that Izakaya will close on January 1, 2024. The restaurant has been a celebrated pillar of the hotel’s food and beverage program for the past 15 years. The closure is a...Time to fill those cookie trays; Let’s get baking!
By Tammy Thornton After a season of pumpkin, stuffing, and turkey, it’s time to turn our attention to December holiday foods. Time to bring on the Christmas cookies! Whether you prefer fancy drop cookies, no-bakes, or intricately decorated, cutout sugar cookies, the...Wine stash for unexpected guests and last-minute gifts
By David Setley Ah, December…when jingle bells aren’t the only bells ringing. Ding dong! You answer your door to find unexpected guests on your doorstep saying “Surprise – Happy Holidays!” Sound familiar? But what do you do? A bottle of wine on hand as a quick gift or...New book taps into the history of Somers Point bars
By Bill Kelly Nick Regine’s new book, “Between Drinks,” describes itself as a history of Somers Point bars. The long subtitle says it’s, “A memoir of growing up in Somers Point, with a tip of the hat to the history of some of the bars, saloons, tap rooms and...
