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Celery Root Soup – The Scary Knob

Celery Root, also known as Celeriac, is not an attractive vegetable. She will not win the beauty contest of root vegetables! In fact, it is rather a scary looking knob. The beauty is on the inside where a delicate flavor lives. Celery Root has a very distinctive flavor of celery and parsley.

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Sgroppino Friday’s 5 o’clock Wet Your Whistle Call!

Happy Birthday Italy!

Italy celebrated the 150th anniversary of its unification yesterday (17 March) but the party continues all week. The Kingdom of Italy was proclaimed on March 17, 1861 after military forces led by national hero Giuseppe Garibaldi conquered the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies, which at the time spread from Sicily to Naples. Garibaldi delivered the conquered territory to the King of Piedmont, Savoy and Sardinia, Victor Emanuel II, who then became the first King of Italy.

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When In Ireland…..Now Bring It Home!

What is Traditional Irish and what is American Irish is an interesting question? A little Irish history and a tasty recipe will go a long way in helping you be more Irish on St Patrick’s Day. Ask your friends “How did the Black and Tan get its name and is it cool to order one in Ireland?” or “What do the Irish in Ireland eat on St Patrick’s Day?” You won’t need the luck of the Irish to figure this one out, it’s all right here for you! Continue reading →

A Drinking of the Green! Friday’s 5 o’clock Wet Your Whistle Call!

To green or not to green, that is the question. The Irish say drink a great Irish beer and don’t mess with a good thing. But the American twist that adds a frat boy kind of fun to the whole day is to go with the green beer. It’s not complicated but there is a bit of an art to it.

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Slap Ya Mama, It’s Mardi Gras!

Fat Tuesday is right around the corner and you have just enough time to throw the party together. Purple, green and gold streamers and beads, colorful plates and napkins, some Cajun music and a festive attitude is all you need. Some Crab Soup, King Cake and a Hurricane and you have the recipe for a easy Mardi Gras party right at home!

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National Clam Chowder Day

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In celebration of National Clam Chowder Day, all Brigantine Seafood Restaurants invite you to order a cup or bowl of our signature clam chowder for yourself, and get a second one free for a friend.

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The Oscar takes the Cake!

Sunday night will be the 83^rd annual Academy Awards presentation. Oscar Night has long been an occasion for friends and families to gather and cheer for their favorite films and stars. So roll out the red carpet and enjoy the entertainment with these festive cupcakes and have an Academy Award winning party right at home.

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Ginger, Rosemary, Lemon Spritzer Friday’s 5 o’clock Wet Your Whistle Call!

I’ve got Sunshine on a Cloudy Day as they say in the song. I certainly have an abundance of Meyer Lemons on my tree, the rosemary bush from Christmas that was planted in the garden needs a trim and a knob of ginger left over from the Thai shrimp dinner earlier in the week are all begging for a makeover. The weather is rainy and citrus is so cheerful that I just had to make this lovely cocktail. The concentrate can be kept in the refrigerator for up to a week so there is no reason not to have sunshine all weekend!

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Extreme Kindness Challenge

“Random Acts of Kindness” week is from February 14th through the 21^st and today is the National day to celebrate it by being your best self! You can participate in the Extreme Kindness Challenge by checking out Random Acts of Kindness. Are you up for it?

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French Kiss Friday’s 5 o’clock Wet Your Whistle Call!

One name, so many recipes! Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and a romantic cocktail is just what we need to get the loving feelings flowing. I found recipes that ranged from a simple half ‘n half of sweet vermouth and dry vermouth chilled and shaken to creamy dessert like drinks or bubbly cosmos to ones that were just plain boring. And boring is not what we want for Valentine’s Day! These two versions felt special yet different from each other. Take your pick or try both but don’t forget, this time it’s OK to French Kiss and tell me which cocktail put you in the mood.

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