Bewitched Fan Fare 2008, no sound, The Twitch Is Right.

 

The Magic of Bewitched Trivia and More by Gina Meyers

 

Bewitched Trivia and More Book discussion on The Great Day Show

 

Chicken Cacciatore Recipe

 

Chicken Cacciatore

3 pound whole fryer chicken, cut into pieces and washed

½ cup of Extra-Virgin Olive Oil

¼ cup of flour for dredging

Garlic, 2 cloves, minced

2 Tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley

Dash of garlic salt, to taste

1 pinch of thyme

2 sage leaves, or 2 teaspoons of sage spice

1 sprig of rosemary

1 small can of Italian Stewed Tomatoes, chopped

1 small can of tomato sauce

1 jar of button mushrooms or 1 container of fresh mushrooms, washed and sliced

Directions: Cut and wash chicken pieces. Next, dredge the washed chicken pieces in flour to coat lightly. In a deep frying pan, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add uct pieces of chicken, sprinkle with garlic salt, cook until chicken has browned. Once browned, add the herbs and spices, as well as the tomato sauce, chopped tomatoes, and mushrooms. Cook on high heat for thirty minutes or until chicken is completely cooked. 

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Pairs well with Papagni Nero D’Avola or Papagni Zinfandel.

2013 NERO D’AVOLA

RED WINE

Our Nero d'Avola is medium bodied, really fruity wine that showcases bright and fresh aromas of ripe strawberries and raspberries that lead to a super silky palate just exploding with ripe red berry expression. A beautiful everyday food wine that will pair well with light tomato based pasta sauces, pork chops, veal and its a great match for burgers and buffalo wings too! 750 MLALC 13.5% BY VOL 

2015 ZINFANDEL

RED WINE

Our 2015 Zinfandel is grown at our Papagni Vineyard in Madera. Rich aromas of raspberry, black cherry, and dried fruit compliment a bouquet of anise, allspice, cedar and black pepper. Luscious flavors of plum and raspberry are wrapped in silky tannins and a smooth, warm finish. Serve with black-pepper steak, carnitas, or rosemary braised lamb shanks. 750 ML ALC 14.5% BY VOL

Downtown Napa Eateries That Are Pet Friendly by Gina Meyers

 

Napa is such a fun place to visit. Considered California's number 1 wine destination, the food is exceptional in Napa, California.

Here is  list in no particular order, of the eateries in Napa. I have been to Angele which is first on the list. These restaurants are near the walking and running and bike trail if it has star. Also, many are dog/pet friendly.

Angele

French food

540 Main Street (in the Hatt Building)

(707) 252-8115

Pet Friendly

Azurro Pizzeria

Italian

1260 Main Street

(707) 255-5552

Pet Friendly

Bank Cafe/La Toque

Mexican

1314 Mc Kinstry Street

(707) 266-1267

Pet Friendly

Things to do in Oceanside, California by Gina Meyers

 One of the fun places that I have visited this summer is the city of Oceanside. What I like about the tiny airport in Oceanside is that they have really great customer service. 

Here is a list of restaurants that you can visit while in Oceanside, California.

Angelos Burgers

LTH

Ty’s Burger

Toasted Gastrobrunch

Umi Japanese Grill

In and Out Burger

Stratford at the Harbor

Rockin Baja Lobster

Dominics Italian

Oceanside Broiler

One More That’s It

Z Market

Yum Yum Donuts

Breakfast Joints

Brown Cup Cafe

101 Bagel & Subs

Pier View Company

IHOP

Dennys

Now if you are looking for things to do:

The Oceanside Municipal Pier

Oceanside Harbor Village

Oceanside Museum of Art

Strand beach along Pacific Street

Regal Cinemas Theater

Renting a bike:

Mostly E-Bikes 203 Wisconsin Avenue (760) 266-8137

Alan’s Bike Shop 805 S. Coast Highway (760) 722-3377

Socal Bikes 2028 S. Coast Highway (760) 710-1478

German Wines with food pairing ideas by Gina Meyers

 

I recently had an awesome opportunity to sample and learn about German Grape Varieties & Wine Styles. I learned about Riesling, which is native to Germany and planted across all thirteen regions. 

What I enjoyed learning about was the types of food to pair with your Riesling. Lightly-spiced dishes, nuts, such as pecans and almonds. Soft cheeses such as brie, and spicy foods such as Asian food, and desserts. I had fun with desserts. My suggestion is: strawberry shortcake, angel food cake, blackberry cobbler, raspberry parfait. For main dishes, I would pair it with dover sole with lemon and capers, tilapia, and a basic chicken dish with lemon and capers as well.

I also learned about red grapes and a special red sweet wine called Dornfelder. Dornfelder would be awesome with a chocolate torte and chicken with mushroom and capers.