Style + Beauty

Twisted Long Island Iced Tea

A cheeky mix of booze and citrus that tastes far friendlier than it behaves Article by Karin Davidson Don't take this drink lightly - it will fool you.  It's tasty and easy to drink. It also packs a wallop. So please drink responsibly.  Origin Most accepted origin is in New York in 1973. Created by Robert Butt for a cocktail contest at the Oak Beach Inn, Hamptons. His version features triple sec, gin, tequila, vodka, white rum, and Cointreau with lemon juice, simple syrup, and cola. An...

Food + Beverage

Cooking Up Kindness

Chef Sal Gilroy Serves Smiles Along with Delicious Meals at Riddle Village Article by Cheyenne Forbes | Photography by Patricia McCarrin Before the sun rises for the day, Sal Gilroy is prepping breakfast for the residents at Riddle Village. He works past sunset, making sure hungry bellies are filled. Just when he’s ready to head home to enjoy his weekend off, he runs into a resident at the bar watching the Philly’s game. The resident, with a smile, asks, “Can you go downstairs and get me one...

Wellness

Family Connections Make a Difference

Even Negative Learning From Childhood Experiences Can Be Shifted Article by Cheyenne Forbes | Photography by Eric Ayers and Scott Davidson Morris Kaufman, MA, BCC, is a personal coach who specializes in helping individuals with the growth and transformation they seek. He understands the role familial relationships play in one’s life. “Family is the people that we’re with for a good part of our life,” says Kaufman. “We interact with our families at an early age and we judge this and that… It’s...

Food + Beverage

Cozy Warmth: Thankgiving Mulled Wine

Dating back to 2nd Century BC, Spiced Heated Wine is as diverse as its drinkers Article by Karin Davidson November brings crisper autumn air and Thanksgiving gatherings. Classic mulled wine sets the perfect festive warm mood. This aromatic blend of rich red wine, zesty orange, cinnamon, and cloves welcomes family around the table. Simmered gently to preserve its cozy flavors, it also fills your home with a welcoming fall scent. The secret is to never let the wine boil. Boiling destroys the...

Food + Beverage

Pumpkin Pecan Cheesecake with Gingersnap Crust

Love Cheesecake? Love Pie? Love Fall? Make this! Article by Karin Davidson The gingersnap crust doesn’t get soggy like regular pie crust so this can be made the day before and refrigerated. Ingredients Crust (or you can use a premade crust) 2 cups gingersnap crumbs (about 40 cookies, finely crushed- instructions below) 2 tbsp granulated sugar 6 tbsp melted butter Cheesecake Filling 3 (8‑oz) blocks cream cheese, softened 1/3 cup sour cream (room temperature) 1 cup brown...

Food + Beverage

Mastery Bakes Magic

The Artistry of Baking: Merging Style, Taste and Experience Article by Cheyenne Forbes | Photography by Jane Hodson The kitchen is the heart of the home: it’s where we gather to cook and eat as we share not only meals, but our stories with our loved ones. It’s a safe space for trial and error as we test recipes made generations ago. Jane Hodson is the custom cake artist of Jane Baked It. Jane loves bringing community together with her desserts.  Here is a recipe Jane loves, "It’s my go to...

Life + Culture

The Craft Behind Exceptional Bourbon

The Pennsylvania Distilling Company Transforms Tradition Into Distinctive Bourbon Article by Karin Davidson Interviews Owner Richard Buoni | Photography by Scott Davidson How did you decide on distilling and why bourbon? I retired from industry in 2016 and decided to build a distillery. I am a chemical engineer and have significant experience in many unit operations including distillation.  I made my first batch of beer in 1980.  It’s right in my wheel house and I wanted to do something...

Food + Beverage

Iron Chef Jose Garces

Chef offers his inside thoughts and one of his favorite recipes that he got from his grandmother Article by Karin Davidson and Jose Garces Jose Garces burst onto Iron Chef America in 2008, taking down Bobby Flay in a memorable melon battle. His momentum carried into The Next Iron Chef , where he claimed the title in 2009 after besting Jehangir Mehta. Garces stepped into Kitchen Stadium as an official Iron Chef in 2010, defeating Seattle’s Rachel Yang in Battle Hawaiian Moi. More than a...

Travel

Taste Experiences with World Travel

Sampling local food and drink can turn a great vacation into an unforgettable travel experience Article by Neil Knasiak, Travel Planner Think back on some of your favorite vacations. You probably remember the famous landmarks you visited, the beautiful scenery you photographed and the hotels where you stayed. But chances are, some of your most vivid memories involve something else entirely: FOOD. Maybe it was a plate of fresh pasta at a tiny family-run restaurant in Italy. A warm croissant...

Food + Beverage

Blue Ocean Breeze Tropical Cocktail Delight

Sometimes you simply want a beautiful, refreshing, yet different cocktail. The Blue Ocean Breeze is easy to make and tastes delicious. Article by Karin Davidson The blue curaçao is the vibrant blue base, and the dark rum and agave syrup deepens the hue to an indigo blue. Feel free to change the sweetness and ingredient amounts to make the beverage your style.  Ingredients  (serves 1)  1½ oz vodka 1 oz blue curaçao 1 oz fresh lemon or lime juice ½ oz agave syrup ½ oz dark rum...