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Mar 11, 2023

Loving The Other Cabernet, To Be Franc

The other night we were invited to a client's house for dinner. We didn't know them all that well, and I wanted to bring the obligatory...

Feb 21, 2023

Tune in to Twin Forks Brews

Yesterday evening my friends and I stumbled upon the Twin Forks Beer Co. in Riverhead. We were on our way to another brewery, but it...

Feb 18, 2023

A Bit o' City for the Country Mouse

Having grown up in Queens, frequenting nightlife in nearby Manhattan, I sometimes still long for the urban vibe of a buzzing hotspot....

Nov 1, 2022

Moments at Macari

By appointment only makes for a relaxing wine tasting experience at Macari Vineyard. Not one selection in the tasting disappointed....

Oct 20, 2022

Sippin' on the River

FINALLY got to Peconic County Brewing in Riverhead this past weekend. It’s usually very crowded no matter what time of day you go. We...

Apr 7, 2022

Sophisticated Sipping in Setauket

Hail to the grape gods, and welcome Madiran The Wine Bar to LI. This classic wine bar was bestowed upon Setauket by sommelier and founder...

Jan 25, 2022

The Seed of "Spirit" Success

As they say, if life gives you lemons make lemonade. In that case, if you are given potatoes, make vodka. Rich Stabile and Dan Pollicino...