In the busy days before Thanksgiving, we enjoyed our annual tradition of attending the November Wine Club event at Cooper's Hawk. This year, the theme was "Ode to Autumn." And in typical Cooper's Hawk fashion, every course was exquisite! We began with a Spiced Pear Sangria as we found our table and got settled in. It was crisp and spiced with notes of cinnamon,clove, and nutmeg--the perfect welcome cocktail. Our first course was Rosemary Focaccia, topped with cranberry sauce, and delicious Snow Crab Capellini with Lobster Cream Sauce. This delectable duo was paired with the light, fruity Padma Sauvignon Blanc, the result of a collaboration between @chwinery and the talented @padmalakshmi . The main course was so good I would have licked my plate if I was alone! 🤤 Beef Short Ribs were slow braised in Cooper's Hawk Super Tuscan red wine, then served over celeriac puree with plenty of rich gravy. It was complemented with the smooth Padma Pinot Noir, creating very happy bellies all around the table. As full as we were, we still managed to find room for the dessert course: warm Old Fashioned Apple Cobbler topped with vanilla bean ice cream and brown butter maple caramel. It was paired with Almond Sparkling Wine for an incredible ending to a wonderful experience. While we can't make December's Wine Club event, we are eagerly anticipating kicking off the new year with another Wine Club Dinner! . . . #chwineclub #winepairingdinner #coopershawkrestaurant #braisedshortrib #padmalakshmi #novemberwineclubdinner #cswdumplings #thefoodieinitiative #teamhappyfoodies #odetoautumn

Who's ready for holiday noshing? This post is intended for ages 21+. Please drink responsibly. Clif Family Winery and Farm has all you need to be prepared for holiday guests. Their unique artisan foods are perfect for a snack board! I created a cracker spread in just 3 minutes by topping cream cheese with Clif Family Red Wine Jelly and a drizzle of balsamic glaze. And by quickly laying out cheese, crackers, and Clif Family Hot Honey alongside a sprinkling of their Rosemary Almonds and Pistachios, my guests were munching and crunching in no time...and loving every bit! While they snacked, I opened a bottle of 2021 Clif Family Reyna Noriega red wine blend, much to the delight of my friends. This smooth, beautiful wine is a blend of Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon and Petite Sirah grapes organically farmed on Valle di Sotto vineyard in California's Napa Valley. Notes of raspberry, cherry, and black licorice blended to create a cozy, full taste on the tongue, with a peppery finish that I loved. I'm so happy that I received the gift of wine and artisan foods from Clif Family Winery and Farm in time for Thanksgiving. I'm looking forward to ordering more as gifts for friends this holiday season...and maybe some for myself, too! Be sure to check out Clif Family Winery and Farm for your holiday needs. Whether you're looking for gifts or goodies for entertaining, you'll find what you need at www.cliffamily.com ! Hit the link in my TapBio to visit their site today! . . . @cliffamily @apexdropofficial #giftwithclif #sthelena #visitnapavalley #foodandwine #cliffamily #cswdumplings #thefoodieinitiative #teamhappyfoodies #winelover #snackboard #holidaygiftgiving

Do you make your own pumpkin pie? It's so easy and it tastes so much better than frozen! Give it a shot this year--you won't regret it! You can find the full recipe and a whole bunch of tips and tricks on my blog! Hit the link in my TapBio, or copy and paste this link into your browser: https://chickensoupwithdumplings.com/2022/10/classic-pumpkin-pie/ . . . #thanksgivingrecipes #pumpkinpierecipe #classicthanksgivingrecipes #homemadepumpkinpie #thefoodieinitiative #cswdumplings #teamhappyfoodies #pielover #pumpkinpie #dessert #bakersofinstagram

Make the holidays sweeter with @birminghamchocolate ! I was thrilled to receive a sampler of Birmingham Chocolate's beautiful seasonal selection of decadent chocolates. My favorite was the 9 piece winter assortment. When the tissue was pulled back, we all gasped at the gorgeously decorated bon bons snuggled inside. The creamy, rich centers left my taste buds in dreamy pleasure. The box would be perfect for showing someone how much you care! And that was just the bon bons! As always, Birmingham Chocolate came through with am amazing selection of sweets, each one as delicious as the last. We can't wait to treat our family and friends to Birmingham Chocolate this holiday season! Who in your life deserves some gourmet chocolate? . . . @birminghamchocolate @apexdropofficial #birminghamchocolate #HolidayGiftGiving #HappyHolidays #gourmetchocolate #chocolatelovers #Chocolate #stockingstuffers #christmascandy #cswdumplings #FoodExplorerTribe #thefoodieinitiative #teamhappyfoodies #mychristmaslist #teachergifts

Will you be serving the classic Green Bean Casserole this Thanksgiving? We'll be making our version, WITHOUT canned soup! You won't believe the difference in taste when you use fresh beans and homemade cream of mushroom soup! Whether you're hosting dinner for twelve or just your own family, your diners will be sure to pile their plates with seconds. Get the recipe on my blog by hitting the link in my TapBio, or by pasting this link into your browser: https://chickensoupwithdumplings.com/2021/11/green-bean-casserole-without-canned-soup/ Do you serve Green Bean Casserole at Thanksgiving? . . . . #greenbeancasserolerecipe #thanksgivingrecipes #thanksgiving #thanksgivinggreenbeans #cswdumplings #thefoodieinitiative #teamhappyfoodies #greenbeans #healthierthanksgiving #FoodExplorerTribe

I love Fast Food But I don't know if I love it because it's Fast or because it's Food 😋😋 Wisconsin is known as "The Dairy State" for their history of dairy production in the US, going back to the mid-1800's. I love that @culvers uses delicious Wisconsin dairy in their products, especially their cheese curds! SWIPE to see all the rich cheese packed into a little golden nugget! Those yummy curds and savory Butterburgers are why I can never resist this fast food! Hosted by: @kartikawijaya3 For more drooling FastFood kindly to visit : #DelightfulFoodiesLovers #DFLFastFoodLovers 🍟🍔🌭🥪🍕🥙🧆🌮🌯 #butterburgers #culvers #cheesecurds #cswdumplings #thefoodieinitiative #teamhappyfoodies #wisconsindairy #wisconsinfoods #fastfoodjunkie #thedairystate #FoodExplorerTribe

Check out my latest #glutenfree breakfast creation: Caramel Banana Waffles! I started with Dilettoso Va Va Vanilla Pancake and Waffle Mix. It's gluten-free, vegan, kosher, certified organic, and has no added sugar, so it's perfect for people with dietary needs. I don't have an issue with sugar, so I added a bit of caramel to the batter before cooking up the yummy waffles in my @bydash waffle maker. As I was waiting, I thinned some cream cheese frosting with milk and added a touch of caramel extract. I spread a liberal layer between two hot waffles, along with sliced banana, and topped off my stack with more banana, whipped cream, and a drizzle of caramel syrup. It was a sweet breakfast lover's dream! . . . . Do you love sweet or savory breakfasts?

The Very Best Thanksgiving Stuffing is all the things autumn is made of! Tart cranberries, sweet apples, and savory sausage are captured in every fluffy bite! I've been making this recipe with @pepperidgefarm Herb Seasoned Stuffing and love the way the herbs enhance all my yummy mix-ins. And when those turkey juices seep in...oh baby, that's what Thanksgiving is all about! Check out the recipe on my blog - hit my TapBio or paste this link into your browser: https://chickensoupwithdumplings.com/2020/11/the-very-best-thanksgiving-stuffing/ What's your favorite Thanksgiving side? . . . . . #thanksgivingrecipes #sausagestuffing #turkeydressing #beststuffing #Thanksgivingsidedish #stuffingrecipe #cswdumplings #thefoodieinitiative #teamhappyfoodies #holidayrecipes #FoodExplorerTribe

I found the BEST way to remember my travels! Instead of buying souvenirs that collect dust and clutter up your space, I'm going to collect tokens from each place I've been. The Wander Club got me started by gifting me this keychain and these tokens. I chose tokens showcasing the countries I've been, but they offer so much more: cities, US states, landmarks, MLB stadiums, and even more! I can't wait to visit more places so I can add on to my collection! . . . . #gifted @TheWanderClub #thewanderclub #travel #giftsfortravelers #travelgifts #cswdumplings #thefoodieinitiative #worldtraveler #travelblogger #travelerlife #thewanderlustclub #girlsjustwanttotravel #travelgirlsgo Which tokens would you like to collect?