Music & Grilled Delights for Summer
New England Lobster Rolls For The Super Bowl
Here in New England, we’re fans of the Super Bowl and for a special treat, I decided to make Lobster Rolls for a snack. Something simple to make for your party not only special but also gourmet!
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Opera Joe Interviews Hit and Run History Creator and Producer Andrew Giles Buckley
Two-time Emmy nominee Andrew Giles Buckley took time from the California shore, where his newest documentary is having its West Coast Premiere, Stephano: The True Story of #Shakespeare's Shipwreck. Film, producer Andrew Giles Buckley, and his crew follow the story of...
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Christmas Time Karaoke!
It's time to forget 2021 and move on to the future, but in this brief moment between the end and beginning it is great to take some time, get past the mockery of Uncle Leon, and sing in the Christmas Season. So, gather together anytime and sing a few good ol'...
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Our 2021 Holiday Gift Guide
Throughout the year, as we walk a number of trade shows, and communicate with public relations specialists, we always keep a watchful eye for gourmet products that we think will make a compelling gift statement. We specifically try to identify products that are...
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Italian-Style Pot Roast
I consider myself very fortunate to work with Mary Ann Esposito, the founder and host of the popular PBS Television series Ciao Italia, and an expert on Italian regional cooking. The inspiration for this dish comes from Mary Ann Esposito’s cookbook Ciao Italia Family...
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Horror Movie Soundtracks We Love
Since the time many of us were wee, we'd go out and get the latest news, gossip, and stories of the next great monster movie and stories from the movies of the past. Today, this happens primarily through YouTube, but there are still some of us who just revel in the...
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Olympic Anthems for Athletic Inspiration
The 2020 Olympics are finally here! These amazing games give inspiration to us all to get off the couch and run around the neighborhood, or hijinks in the backyard, trampoline games. Just to feel a part of it all for a moment!...
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Fresh Summer Garden Tomato Soup
When it gets hot in summer I usually start to crave this wonderful cold tomato soup. As the fresh garden vegetables and herbs come to market, it’s possible to gather this fresh assortment of ingredients to go in the tomato juice. I make homemade croutons cooked in...
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Carolina Style Smoked Pulled Chicken Sandwich
I do enjoy the flavor that the smoker gives to all sorts of proteins. This preparation with chicken breasts doesn’t take very long, but it tastes fantastic. It can also be made ahead, pulled, and saved in the refrigerator. When your ready to serve...
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A Special Fourth of July Dinner
Greek Marinated Chicken Kabob I like serving this recipe for chicken kabobs when I am serving many people because everyone can take as little or as much as they like. This marinade is a classic Greek style and can flavor the chicken in as little as 6 hours or can...
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Americana Forever!
America's history is deep with song, music, and passion that lay in the founding of the country and the manifest destiny that bore a nation. Built by the people and their efforts to construct a nation for all. Folk songs from our melting pot of over three hundred...
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Jamaican Jerk Shrimp & Southeastern Asian Slaw
Southeast Asian Slaw I make this spicy salad to accompany a variety of spicy or bold dishes where I want a vegetable accompaniment that can add a light and fresh element to the meal such as bbq or other grilled foods. Even though it may sound spicy, it really isn’t...
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