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Perfect Turkey Wine Pairings

What wines go best with a turkey dinner? 

If you like red wine, try a pinot noir, served slightly chilled. If you prefer white, an oakey Chardonnay is your best bet, and if you want something on the sweeter side, go for a Gewurztraminer or a Riesling.

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When it comes to Thanksgiving dinner, I believe in going back to basics. No frou-frou, fancy-pants anything: I want canned Ocean Spray cranberry sauce, and I want it yesterday. 

Stuffing is a dish that I think suffers not at all from shortcuts, and I do what my mom always did when I was growing up: saute chopped mushrooms, onion and garlic in olive oil, and just add it to Pepperidge Farm stuffing prepared according to the package instructions.

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Tuesday night, I met up with Melissa for happy hour at Stir. The drink list is fab (and only $9 per martini Mon-Fri from 5-8) - I was tempted by a blueberry martini, but ultimately went for Old Faithful (dirty Ketel One, straight up). I did, however, try Melissa’s elderflower martini, and it was lovely. 

St. Germain elderflower liqueur uses elderflowers grown in the Alps, and has essence of lychee, peach, and a touch of orange. Serve it straight up or on the rocks, or try one of the cocktails listed here

ELDERFLOWER MARTINI

In a shaker, combine 2 shots vodka, 1 shot St. Germain elderflower liqueur, a splash of lime juice, and ice. Shake well, and serve straight up in a frosty martini glass. Garnish with a lemon twist.


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