Bravery, the most handsome rooster you will ever meet, and two of his girlfriends came to Somerset Ridge Vineyard and Winery over the weekend, accompanied by Annie and Erin Cassity of Prairie View Eggs (those amazing eggs I rave about all the time) While there, they entertained the families that came for the Miami County Farm Tour. Along with the rooster and hens, we had a turkey and a goat. There is just no limit to fun times at the winery!
Actually, my entertainment came from Steve Gray, the amazing jazz guitarist who sent his wonderful music wafting over the vineyard. He plays a wide variety of tunes, but all in his style of smooth jazz, warm and exciting. Sitting there on the veranda with a glass of wine and listening to Steve is my idea of a perfect day!
I also enjoyed the Biscotti and their baker, known as Biscotti Bob. We had a great time discussing cookbooks and food in general. He was decked out in his chef's hat, known as a toque (which I gave up wearing many years ago. I'm 4'11", the toque is taller than I am!) Bob offered samples of his wonderful Biscotti; citrus, hazlenut and one he calls Trade Winds, full of macadamia nuts. Our visitors were encouraged to try dipping them in our wines. Biscotti were developed in Europe centuries ago because they have a longer shelf life and they travel well. They soon discovered how delicious they were when dipped in their "Vin Santo", a wonderful Italian dessert wine. This weekend we proved how good they taste dipped in all of our wines! Biscotti Bob has packaged his cookies for our box lunches, which we served over the weekend. See what you missed! I am not kidding when I say "Somerset Ridge is the destination for weekends!"
The next big event at the vineyard will be Saturday, June 12th.
ART IN THE VINES is just around the corner, just a month away!
As of today, I have 38 artists committed to the show!
Please mark you calendars today so you don't miss this fun event.
Saturday, June 12th, 11am to 5pm
I will be there and I will be looking for you!
I don't have a recipe for you today, but I do have a great food tip for you.
Have you been to the Tasteful Olive in downtown Overland Park yet?
Don't miss it! Try the 18 year old Balsamic Vinegar and the
Tuscan Herb Blend Extra Virgin Olive Oil.
I think I could drink the stuff!
My latest purchase is the Wild Blueberry Balsamic....blended with the Tuscan oil then
drizzled over my homemade Ricotta cheese....Heavenly!
Take the time to check out
The Tasteful Olive
7945 Santa Fe Drive, Overland Park, KS
