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Why You Should Never Throw Out Fruit Peelings
Jan26

Why You Should Never Throw Out Fruit Peelings

Don’t worry…I’m going to explain why you should Never Throw Out Your Fruit Peelings! At worst, they are added to my compost. At best, they are added to a batch of wine mash, I make a variety of tepache – typically, made with pineapple peels, but you can use other fruit peelings to make a version of tepache – or I make a fruit vinegar. I make small batches of these delights over the year. Never Throw Out...

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Web Chef Review: Napa Valley Blackberry Ginger Balsamic Vinegar
Nov14

Web Chef Review: Napa Valley Blackberry Ginger Balsamic Vinegar

If you’ve never tried Napa Valley Blackberry Ginger Balsamic Vinegar, you have no idea what you’re missing out on! I never imagined that vinegars could have as many layers of intense flavor as the Napa Valley Vinegar Co. fine wine and fruit vinegars have, especially like the this blackberry ginger balsamic. This beautiful vinegar is made with blackberries, which gives it a definite fruity note, the ginger adds a touch of...

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Podcast: Homemade Halloween Treats with Kimberly on ‘Tim Denis in the Morning’
Oct31

Podcast: Homemade Halloween Treats with Kimberly on ‘Tim Denis in the Morning’

Did you miss web chef, Kimberly Turner’s Homemade Halloween Treats segment on Tim Denis in the Morning – Newstalk 610 CKTB this morning? No worries…We have the podcast for you! Kimberly had some great ideas for the kids, as well as the adults, with sweets & savory treats perfect for Halloween. Listen to the Podcast: Homemade Halloween Treat Recipes: Here is a list of all of the homemade Halloween treat ideas...

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How to Make Chardonnay Peach Caramel Apples + Video
Oct15

How to Make Chardonnay Peach Caramel Apples + Video

I am excited to show you How to Make Chardonnay Peach Caramel Apples! Caramel apples are very popular in the Fall, especially around Halloween, and they also make great treats for trick-or-treaters or Halloween parties. Gooey caramel along with a peach flavor, coating a fresh, crisp apple, these sweets are a winning recipe for both kids & adults. Despite the fact that Chardonnay grapes were used to make the vinegar we are using in...

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How to Make Raspberry Caramel Corn Balls + Video
Oct03

How to Make Raspberry Caramel Corn Balls + Video

Autumn is here and it’s time to learn How to Make Raspberry Caramel Corn Balls! I look forward to the Fall harvesting months, and especially handing out goodies for Halloween. I find that the “old-fashioned” treats are falling by the wayside these days, pushed out by packaged candy treats & bags of chips. My Mother used to make caramel corn balls, candy apples & fudge, and I try to keep that tradition alive...

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How to Make Napa Valley Blood Orange Buttermilk Salad Dressing + Video
Jul31

How to Make Napa Valley Blood Orange Buttermilk Salad Dressing + Video

I can’t wait to show you How to Make Napa Valley Blood Orange Buttermilk Salad Dressing. The Napa Valley Vinegar Co. Blood Orange Vinegar that I use in my recipe contains real blood orange puree, which enhances the flavor of the dressing in such a way that the little orange bits cling to all salad ingredients so you get a burst of orange in every mouthful. The buttermilk mellows out the vinegar, but still allows a delicious tang...

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How to Make Napa Valley Raspberry Vinaigrette + Video
Jul27

How to Make Napa Valley Raspberry Vinaigrette + Video

I know you will want to learn How to Make Napa Valley Raspberry Vinaigrette because it is such a tangy and delicious dressing for almost any salad. You could use this vinaigrette hot or cold as well. My Napa Valley Vinegar Co. Raspberry Vinegar that was used for this vinaigrette comes out of Napa Valley from Wine Country Kitchens. It contains real raspberry puree and wine vinegar in this ruby colored vinegar, so this vinaigrette has a...

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