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Chocolate Covered Strawberry Martini – Cocktail of the Week

Laurie Cataldo — Fri, 17 May 2013 18:52:20 +0000

Strawberries are at the peak of their season, so why not put them to use in the best possible way? In a cocktail! For this week’s Chocolate Covered Strawberry Martini, you’ll need fresh strawberry puree. It’s super easy, just cut the stems off your fresh strawberries, throw them in the blender on the highest setting, [...]

Cucumber Collins – Cocktail of the Week

Laurie Cataldo — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 20:03:59 +0000

Crisp. Refreshing. Perfect for the weekend ahead. This drink must be good for you, it’s got a vegetable in it! I first learned about the Cucumber Collins during my bartending days in Red Bank. It’s a take on a Tom Collins, which is basically gin with sparkling lemonade. Ingredients: 2 oz. gin (Hendrick’s is especially [...]

The Ultimate Barbecue Food

Laurie Cataldo — Wed, 04 Jul 2012 17:19:28 +0000

When it comes to barbecues, people are always trying to build a better burger and mix up the best rubs for ribs, roasts, and more.

When it comes to naming King of the Barbecue though, there can only be one. We're going back to basics this Fourth, and nothing says America like a hot dog. If you're thinking, "Everyone knows how to make a hot dog...", you need to keep reading.

The Key To A Good Meal [STUFF GRANDPA SAYS/AUDIO]

Laurie Cataldo — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 18:20:38 +0000

Well, if you missed it last week, I introduced you to my Grandpa with his thoughts on baseball.

This week we're talking the key to a good meal...and I realize that my status as the Point's Resident Lush may have something to do with the genes!

5 Must-Have Snacks For Your St. Patty's Day Party

Laurie Cataldo — Thu, 08 Mar 2012 17:23:23 +0000

With the Ocean County St. Patrick's Day Parade coming up this weekend and the actual holiday about a week away, you should probably start stocking up on green trinkets to decorate. What makes a party great though, is good food and drinks. Make sure you have these at the ready before you start shaking your [...]

Top 5 Christmas Cookie Recipies

Matt Ryan — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 00:00:41 +0000

Christmas without cookies is like Santa without his reindeer, a tree without ornaments, like…well, you “get the point.” See what I did there? Anyway, as an expert in Christmas confection I give you the Top 5 Christmas Cookie Recipes. Abby Lanes, Flickr 5 Peanut Butter Cookies Ingredients 1 cup unsalted butter 1 cup [...]

Why It's Bad To Make Delicious Thanksgiving Desserts [RECIPE]

Laurie Cataldo — Thu, 24 Nov 2011 15:23:38 +0000

I don’t often bake, but when I do, I enjoy it. I happened to have some leftover canned pumpkin, which fairly easily turned into some incredible pumpkin chocolate chip squares, which I honestly intended to serve for Thanksgiving dessert. Suffice it to say, there’s only one left, and I call dibs! I have to say, [...]