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Philly: Bring Italian Flavor to Your Thanksgiving Feast with these Incredible Wines

Donnachiara Winery’s Ilaria Petitto brought Thanksgiving early to one of Manhattan’s top Italian restaurants Il Gattopardo.

Donnachiara Winery’s Ilaria Petitto brought Thanksgiving early to one of Manhattan’s top Italian restaurants Il Gattopardo.

Donnachiara Winery’s Ilaria Petitto

Donnachiara Winery’s Ilaria Petitto

Hosted by the always amazing certified Italian Wine Ambassador with a Diploma in Wines & Spirits,  Susannah Gold, we tasted through 6 wines (4 white, 2 red) paired with 4 courses aiming for a Thanksgiving to remember.

The secondo was very Thanksgiving – influenced (and spoiler alert:  the wine that Donnachiara chose was absolutely perfect.)

Wine Expert Susannah Gold

Italian Wine Expert Susannah Gold

The special secret to Donnachiara Winery’s roster in my humble opinion is incredible Old World quality with truly remarkable present day pricing.

Donnachiara Winery is Old World with Modern Twist

Before we ate, Ilaria introduced her family’s history and explained how the new generation (her generation) is leading the Montefalcione wine revolution, with her mother’s blessing.

Donnachiara Winery’s Ilaria Petitto

Donnachiara Winery’s Ilaria Petitto

 

In the same spirit, Ilaria proudly announced that she is now the Vice President of the Conosrzio di Tutela dei Vini dell’Irpinia.

Ilaria continued, sharing their winery is located in Montefalcione, in the Irpinia area near Avellino. While the vineyards have been in the family for over 150 years, the modern winery was completed in 2005.  Ilaria’s mother, Chiara Petitto, is a vocal supporter of her work in the winery.

 

Tell Me More About Donnachiara Winery

 

The Donnachiara Winery on the hills of Montefalcione

The Donnachiara Winery on the hills of Montefalcione

The Donnachiara Winery stands high on the hills of Montefalcione.

Montefalcione is nestled in the Central West of Italy, near Montevergine and Chiusano – just over two hours south of Rome and about an hour East of Naples.

The Donnachiara Winery on the hills of Montefalcione

The Donnachiara Winery on the hills of Montefalcione

The winery’s philosophy is to preserve the traditional grape varieties of the local territory and keep the typical character of the wines from being lost to standardization, like many of the wines on the market today. 

 

Our Early Thanksgiving Feast Starts

 

Antipasti

 

Crudo di Spigola marinato al lime ed erbe su crostino

Mini Mozzarelle in Carrozza Con Salsetta D’  Acciughe di Cetara

Palle di riso piselli, parmigiano e sughetto di vitello

 

Fiano de Avellino docg 2021 is the perfect start.  A golden shimmer in the glass.  The nose matches with a striking aroma of cream, a hint of bread crust and french vanilla.  The mouth is full bodied, bright and creamy.  A light touch, which would pair well with grilled salmon.

 

Empatia Fiano de Avellino BIO 2021 continues to tease and tickle your senses.  Straw yellow in the glass with a chalky, limestone bouquet.  A lighter mouthfeel with a soft, tart note. Would pair deliciously with seafood, mussels, lobster.

Fiano de Avellino docg 2021, Empatia Fiano de Avellino BIO 2021

 

Primo

 

Cavatelli di grano antico “Senatore Capelli”

Cavatelli di grano antico “Senatore Capelli”

Cavatelli di grano antico “Senatore Capelli”

Con fagioli Spollichini e cozze

 

Greco di Tufo docg 2021 is pale yellow in the glass.  A beautiful bouquet of peach, pineapple, and apricot. The mouth is fresh and soft, and lingers on and on.  Pairs well with light seafood and pasta with truffles.

 

Aletheia Greco di Tufo docg Riserva 2020 is quite incredible.  Pale yellow in the glass.  A complex nose of peach, pineapple and the faintest hint of cedar.  The strikingly fresh, bolder taste and slightly heavier mouthfeel would pair well with seafood, pasta with mushrooms, and blue cheeses.

Greco di Tufo docg 2021, Aletheia Greco di Tufo docg Riserva 2020

Secondo

 

Tacchino del “Ringraziamento” ripieno di Castagne e Salsiccia

Tacchino del “Ringraziamento” ripieno di Castagne e Salsiccia

Tacchino del “Ringraziamento” ripieno di Castagne e Salsiccia

con friarielli saltati in Padella

Tacchino del “Ringraziamento” ripieno di Castagne e Salsiccia

Tacchino del “Ringraziamento” ripieno di Castagne e Salsiccia

Aglianico Irpinia doc 2020 has a gorgeous violet shimmer in the glass.  The nose is blueberry with a hint of herb.  Medium mouthfeel with mineral and herbal hints.  Would pair well with turkey and rabbit.

 

Taurasi docg 2018 is an all-star for this meal.  Ruby red in the glass.  Burnt cherry, with plums and toast on the nose.  Mouth is a velvety, gush of jam with black currant.  Would pair well with gamey and braised meats.

If you’re serving cranberry as a side dish, this Taurasi bottle elevates the taste.  It’s a winner.

Aglianico Irpinia doc 2020, Taurasi docg 2018

Dolce

La Pastiera Napoletana

Caffe

Biscotti

La Pastiera Napoletana

La Pastiera Napoletana

While each of the wines tasted at lunch were enjoyable, there were two that are perfect for your Thanksgiving pairings.

If you ordered both for your Thanksgiving, poured Alethia Greco di Tufo docg Riserva 2020 as your guests are arriving and offered Taurasi docg 2018 as you served your main course, magic would happen!

The wines are available at Total Wine throughout the country and at selected stores and restaurants around the East Coast.
Donnachiara Winery’s website is Donnachiara.com

Hosted by the always amazing certified Italian Wine Ambassador with a Diploma in Wines & Spirits,  Susannah Gold, we tasted through 6 wines (4 white, 2 red) paired with 4 courses aiming for a Thanksgiving to remember.

Wine Expert Susannah Gold

Wine Expert Susannah Gold

The secondo was very Thanksgiving – influenced (and spoiler alert:  the wine that Donnachiara chose was absolutely perfect.)

 

The special secret to Donnachiara Winery’s roster in my humble opinion is incredible Old World quality with truly remarkable present day pricing.

Donnachiara Winery is Old World with Modern Twist

Before we ate, Ilaria introduced her family’s history and explained how the new generation (her generation) is leading the Montefalcione wine revolution, with her mother’s blessing.

Donnachiara Winery’s Ilaria Petitto

Donnachiara Winery’s Ilaria Petitto

 

In the same spirit, Ilaria proudly announced that she is now the Vice President of the Conosrzio di Tutela dei Vini dell’Irpinia.

Ilaria continued, sharing their winery is located in Montefalcione, in the Irpinia area near Avellino. While the vineyards have been in the family for over 150 years, the modern winery was completed in 2005.  Ilaria’s mother, Chiara Petitto, is a vocal supporter of her work in the winery.

 

Tell Me More About Donnachiara Winery

 

The Donnachiara Winery on the hills of Montefalcione

The Donnachiara Winery on the hills of Montefalcione

The Donnachiara Winery stands high on the hills of Montefalcione.

Montefalcione is nestled in the Central West of Italy, near Montevergine and Chiusano – just over two hours south of Rome and about an hour East of Naples.

The Donnachiara Winery on the hills of Montefalcione

The Donnachiara Winery on the hills of Montefalcione

The winery’s philosophy is to preserve the traditional grape varieties of the local territory and keep the typical character of the wines from being lost to standardization, like many of the wines on the market today. 

 

Our Early Thanksgiving Feast Starts

 

Antipasti

 

Crudo di Spigola marinato al lime ed erbe su crostino

Mini Mozzarelle in Carrozza Con Salsetta D’  Acciughe di Cetara

Palle di riso piselli, parmigiano e sughetto di vitello

 

Fiano de Avellino docg 2021 is the perfect start.  A golden shimmer in the glass.  The nose matches with a striking aroma of cream, a hint of bread crust and french vanilla.  The mouth is full bodied, bright and creamy.  A light touch, which would pair well with grilled salmon.

 

Empatia Fiano de Avellino BIO 2021 continues to tease and tickle your senses.  Straw yellow in the glass with a chalky, limestone bouquet.  A lighter mouthfeel with a soft, tart note. Would pair deliciously with seafood, mussels, lobster.

Fiano de Avellino docg 2021, Empatia Fiano de Avellino BIO 2021

 

Primo

 

Cavatelli di grano antico “Senatore Capelli”

Cavatelli di grano antico “Senatore Capelli”

Cavatelli di grano antico “Senatore Capelli”

Con fagioli Spollichini e cozze

 

Greco di Tufo docg 2021 is pale yellow in the glass.  A beautiful bouquet of peach, pineapple, and apricot. The mouth is fresh and soft, and lingers on and on.  Pairs well with light seafood and pasta with truffles.

 

Aletheia Greco di Tufo docg Riserva 2020 is quite incredible.  Pale yellow in the glass.  A complex nose of peach, pineapple and the faintest hint of cedar.  The strikingly fresh, bolder taste and slightly heavier mouthfeel would pair well with seafood, pasta with mushrooms, and blue cheeses.

Greco di Tufo docg 2021, Aletheia Greco di Tufo docg Riserva 2020

Secondo

 

Tacchino del “Ringraziamento” ripieno di Castagne e Salsiccia

Tacchino del “Ringraziamento” ripieno di Castagne e Salsiccia

Tacchino del “Ringraziamento” ripieno di Castagne e Salsiccia

con friarielli saltati in Padella

Tacchino del “Ringraziamento” ripieno di Castagne e Salsiccia

Tacchino del “Ringraziamento” ripieno di Castagne e Salsiccia

Aglianico Irpinia doc 2020 has a gorgeous violet shimmer in the glass.  The nose is blueberry with a hint of herb.  Medium mouthfeel with mineral and herbal hints.  Would pair well with turkey and rabbit.

 

Taurasi docg 2018 is an all-star for this meal.  Ruby red in the glass.  Burnt cherry, with plums and toast on the nose.  Mouth is a velvety, gush of jam with black currant.  Would pair well with gamey and braised meats.

If you’re serving cranberry as a side dish, this Taurasi bottle elevates the taste.  It’s a winner.

Aglianico Irpinia doc 2020, Taurasi docg 2018

Dolce

La Pastiera Napoletana

Caffe

Biscotti

La Pastiera Napoletana

La Pastiera Napoletana

While each of the wines tasted at lunch were enjoyable, there were two that are perfect for your Thanksgiving pairings.

If you ordered both for your Thanksgiving, poured Alethia Greco di Tufo docg Riserva 2020 as your guests are arriving and offered Taurasi docg 2018 as you served your main course, magic would happen!

The wines are available at Total Wine throughout the country and at selected stores and restaurants around the East Coast.
Donnachiara Winery’s website is Donnachiara.com
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Thanksgiving in Philly: perfect stuffing bread DOES exist – and it’s… [Find Recipe Inside]

This Thanksgiving in NYC, the perfect stuffing bread DOES exist – and it’s brioche.  As in St Pierre Brioche Thanksgiving Stuffing

No Thanksgiving spread is complete without a hearty stuffing. While add-ins are a matter of preference, choosing the right bread is crucial. One underrated choice is eggy, rich brioche – and with St Pierre Bakery, you don’t need to go to France to get it.

Thanks to its butter and egg content, St Pierre’s Brioche Loaf provides the perfect balance of crisp toastiness while remaining soft and creamy inside, while its lightly sweet flavor adds a decadent quality that can still lean savory. Attached below is an approachable recipe for stuffing allowing for all the craveable crunch for the whole family with minimal effort required.

St Pierre Brioche Thanksgiving Stuffing

By @BrandiMilloy

Ingredients

1 loaf St. Pierre Brioche Bread
1/2 cup unsalted butter

1 medium onion, diced

3/4 cup celery, diced

3/4 cup carrots, diced

1 cup mushrooms, diced

2 large eggs

1 tbsp. fresh rosemary, chopped

3 sprigs fresh thyme, just the leaves

1 tbsp. fresh sage, chopped

1 small apple (granny smith works well), peeled and diced

Salt and pepper

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 F. Cut brioche bread into 1” cubes and bake for about 10-15 minutes until toasted.

  2. Meanwhile, into a pot over medium high heat add butter until melted. Add onion, celery and carrots and cook until everything starts to soften, about 7 minutes.  Add mushrooms and cook for 2 minutes longer.  Remove from heat and set aside.

  3. Into a bowl whisk together the eggs, herbs, apples, mushrooms, and salt and pepper. Add your cooked vegetables and mix to combine.

  4. Pour mixture on top of toasted bread and stir to combine. Bake stuffing for about 45 minutes. If your stuffing starts to get too brown, cover until finished baking. Enjoy!

As America’s favorite brioche brand, St Pierre’s products are widely available via grocery stores nationwide as well as Walmart.

Southern sophistication in the City of Brotherly Love: Jack Daniel’s Country Cocktails RTD Hard Tea Pours Nationwide

Jack Daniel’s Country Cocktails Hard Tea Launches Nationwide

Jack Daniel’s Country Cocktails Hard Tea – a canned ready-to-drink that launched earlier this spring in 13 test markets – is rolling out nationwide this fall.

The RTD embodies Southern sophistication with a twist.

Jack Daniel’s Country Cocktails Hard Tea combines black tea, ripe, true-to-fruit flavor resulting in a balanced and sweet finish. With four classic flavors carefully selected, each can was crafted to please the palates of today’s modern drinker.

Country Cocktails can be found in select retail and convenience stores across the country in a 12oz. can (ABV 5%), 12-can variety pack containing four classic flavors: Original, Peach, Raspberry, and Blackberry; with the Original & Peach offered in 16oz. and 23.5oz. single serve cans that deliver consumers a refreshing and high-quality beverage experience for those who appreciate a good tea.

  • Original: Known for its full-bodied refreshing take on a Southern classic. Combining the rich taste of black tea with a sweet, true-to-fruit finish, captures the essence of Southern sweet tea. It’s the perfect drink for relaxing on the porch and enjoying good conversation.
  • Peach: A floral flavor that brings the juicy, sun-ripened sweetness to life. This option offers a crisp and refreshing experience, where the delicate honeyed taste comes to the forefront of the palate making it a delightful choice for any day of the year.
  • Raspberry: Delivering a vibrant tartness, yet balanced with a subtle sweetness; this flavor presents a bold and smooth drink that’s as satiating as it is refreshing.
  • Blackberry: Capturing the rich and juicy essence of blackberries, it offers a slightly tangy and flavorsome experience, making it a perfect choice for consumers who enjoy the bold taste of berries with a hint of Southern charm.

Coinciding with Country Cocktails Hard Tea launch is the RTD’s partnership with ACM and two-time CMT Music Award winner, Lauren Alaina, who has accomplished one of country music’s crowning achievements – becoming the youngest member of the Grand Ole Opry.

Lauren Alaina’s small town Georgia roots, love for comfort and authenticity make her the perfect ambassador for a beverage that prides itself on delivering a taste of the South in every sip. Both Alaina and Jack Daniel’s Country Cocktails symbolize Southern charm, together producing a match made partnership.

To celebrate the collaboration, Country Cocktails has partnered with Southern Living to offer fans across the country a chance to enter their sweepstakes and win a pair of tickets and flights to meet Lauren Alaina at her concert in Las Vegas at the Green Valley Ranch Backyard Amphitheater on October 25, 2024.

The sweepstakes will run from September 13 until October 11, 2024 and contestants can enter for a chance to win by visiting the link.

About Jack Daniel’s
Officially registered by the U.S. Government in 1866 and based in Lynchburg, Tenn., the Jack Daniel Distillery is the first registered distillery in the United States and is on the National Register of Historic Places.

Jack Daniel’s is the maker of the world-famous Jack Daniel’s Old No. 7 Tennessee Whiskey, Gentleman Jack Double Mellowed Tennessee Whiskey, Jack Daniel’s Single Barrel Tennessee Whiskey, Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Honey, Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Fire, Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Apple, Jack Daniel’s Bonded, Jack Daniel’s Sinatra Select, and Jack Daniel’s RTDs. Today, Jack Daniel’s is a true global icon found in more than 170 countries around the world and is the most valuable spirits brand in the world as recognized by Interbrand.

About Jack Daniel’s Country Cocktails
Jack Daniel’s Country Cocktails are premium malt beverages from the Jack Daniel’s Family of Brands. Jack Daniel’s Country Cocktails was introduced in May 1992.

Jack Daniel’s Country Cocktails and their respective flavor names are registered trademarks. © 2024 Jack Daniel’s. Jack Daniel Beverage Co., Louisville, Ky. Flavored Malt Beverage.

For more information, please visit www.countrycocktails.com.

Philly Food: “The Bear” Star Matty Matheson launches #TGISunday with Pacific Foods to Tackle the Sunday Scaries

Pacific Foods, a brand known for its organic and high-quality ingredients, has launched its #TGISunday content series to help people overcome the widespread phenomenon known as the “Sunday Scaries.”

Developed in partnership with chef and television star Matty Matheson, the series is designed to transform Sunday anxiety into a time for culinary joy and inspiration.

A recent survey by Pacific Foods* revealed the deep impact of the Sunday Scaries, with the average American experiencing this pre-Monday apprehension 36 times a year. Typically, the unsettling feelings begin around 3:54 p.m. on Sundays, leading to an average of six hours and six minutes** spent in dread each week—totaling a staggering 219 hours annually.

The Bear Star Matty Matheson launches #TGISunday with Pacific Foods to Tackle the Sunday Scaries

The Bear Star Matty Matheson launches #TGISunday with Pacific Foods to Tackle the Sunday Scaries

Recognizing that cooking serves as a soothing activity for many with 31% of people finding joy in preparing meals on Sundays, Pacific Foods is addressing these anxieties by offering easy, comforting recipes through the #TGISunday content series on its website.

Matty Matheson and a group of wellness and food aficionados will share curated recipes designed to combat the Sunday Scaries and embrace the calming, restorative power of cooking to unwind and reclaim their Sundays.

Chef Matty Matheson brings his trademark enthusiasm to the kitchen, making his stance on Sundays clear by turning them into a day of culinary excitement. “Look, I know Sundays can be a drag for a lot of folks, so let’s flip that script. Let’s rock the kitchen with some serious cooking that’s all about fun and flavor without it being a chore or another worry. Cooking isn’t just about eating; it’s about chilling out and making something awesome that feeds your soul,” explains Matheson.

Matty’s unique recipe—the Spicy Shrimp Pasta Bake—will be a highlight of the series, which will also feature content from various figures known for their culinary expertise. All recipes and tips will be available through social where viewers of the #TGISunday series are encouraged to share their own meal-hacking tips using Pacific Foods products. Fans can also enter to win a custom illustrated soup mug, designed by Pacific and Matheson, to add to their Sunday rituals.

Matty Matheson’s vibrant personality and the joy he brings to food make him a natural fit to join us in our mission to take back Sundays,” said Erika Jubinville, head of Pacific Foods marketing. “He inspires all of us to bring more fun and creativity to our cooking routine, and sparks excitement for new ways to use Pacific products.”

For more insights into the #TGISunday series, please visit pacificfoods.com/TGISunday.

About Pacific Foods
Pacific Foods was founded in 1987 in Tualatin, Ore. and was acquired by Campbell Soup Company in 2017. For more than 150 years, Campbell (NASDAQ:CPB) has been connecting people through food they love. Generations of consumers have trusted us to provide delicious and affordable food and beverages. Headquartered in Camden, N.J. since 1869, the company generated fiscal 2023 net sales of $9.4 billion. Our portfolio includes iconic brands such as Campbell’s, Cape Cod, Goldfish, Kettle Brand, Lance, Late July, MilanoMichael Angelo’s, noosa, Pace, Pacific Foods, Pepperidge Farm, Prego, Rao’s, Snyder’s of Hanover, Swanson and V8. Campbell has a heritage of giving back. The company is a member of the Standard & Poor’s 500 as well as the FTSE4Good and Bloomberg Gender-Equality Indices. For more information, visit www.campbellsoupcompany.com.

About the Author
Joe Wehinger (nicknamed Joe Winger) has written for over 20 years about the business of lifestyle and entertainment. Joe is an entertainment producer, media entrepreneur, public speaker, and C-level consultant who owns businesses in entertainment, lifestyle, tourism and publishing. He is an award-winning filmmaker, published author, member of the Directors Guild of America, International Food Travel Wine Authors Association, WSET Level 2 Wine student, WSET Level 2 Cocktail student, member of the LA Wine Writers. Email to: Joe@FlavRReport.com

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