Hollywood Cheesecake

Posted by on Mar 11, 2009 in Drinks | 0 comments

This classic cheesecake is an old family recipe of @mdanbom, carried on from his grandmother.  When she was in high school, her typing instructor had her type out recipes for touch type practice. This was one of those recipes and a great one it is!  This cheesecake is as simple to make as it is delicious.  You don’t even have to use a water bath.  Try it out for your next Cake and a Movie Night, you will not disappoint.  This is essentially a base cheesecake, add whatever flavor you want for a totally...

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Uncle Dick’s Sparkling Shiraz

Posted by on Feb 27, 2009 in Drinks | 1 comment

Uncle Dick’s Sparkling Shiraz – The Red Brute by @ok2baprincess Color me surprised. Like many a wine novice, I am used to seeing the word “sparkling” in conjunction with a white grape, but to enjoy this week’s cake and a movie we tasted a sparkling shiraz at the recommendation of both Paul and Eapen (@eapenthampy) at Top Ten Wines (@TopTenWines). For me, once poured, it was love at first sight, and I only hoped the relationship wouldn’t end at first taste.  Luckily, I was not disappointed.  Justin...

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Château de Lancyre La Rouvière

Posted by on Feb 13, 2009 in Drinks | 0 comments

“Beautiful crystal clear yellow dress. The nose is a nice mix of dried apricot, peach, hazelnut and honey. The attack on the palate is fresh with plenty of fruit and crunchy.  The finish is long honey and menthol.” -wineandco We tried this wine with the carrot cake and it was a great match though something a little spicier, a Gewürztraminer, might have showcased the spicyness of the cake. It is difficult to pair any wine with a spicy, sweet cake.  Often when choosing a wine for dessert you can be...

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