May 2012
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Their Graves Should Ever Be Green
With the tears a Land hath shed
Their graves should ever be green.
~Thomas Bailey Aldrich
Memorial Day is a holiday that has become synonymous with celebration. Kids know that Memorial Day signifies that they will soon exchange their books for pool noodles. Many adults know that they will get a few days off from work, and will unwind with friends and family over barbecue and beverages....
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A Holiday Weekend of Wine, Cheese, & Laughter
Another weekend, another excuse to gather friends and family to engage in the finer, more relaxing things in life: Wine, cheese, and laughter. But this upcoming weekend isn’t just any weekend —It’s Memorial Day on Monday, which means many will have an extra day out from behind a desk or buried in emails. For many, this 3-day weekend symbolizes the shift of Spring into Summer —a shift...
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Raising Our Glasses To the U.S. Armed Forces
How do you usually spend your Saturdays? With your toes in the sand at the beach? Perusing the racks of your favorite clothing boutique? With a cold glass of wine pressed to your lips? Or maybe you spend each Saturday doing something a little different from the last, simply because you have the freedom to do so. But, as they so often say, freedom doesn’t come free, and more often than not it...
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Chipotle Shrimp Tacos
The weather is warming up and tacos are always an easy summer favorite. This highly rated shrimp taco recipe from Allrecipes.com takes just thirty minutes and is sure to leave you and your guests extremely satisfied. We suggest enjoying this meal al fresco with friends or family. Finally, be sure to use the lightest and freshest ingredients possible so that your meal pairs perfectly with a bottle...
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National Teacher’s Week
A teacher is a person Who helps you every day. Who scolds you when you’re bad And helps you find your way. Thanks for what you did for me, for teaching me something new. For I would not be here today If it hadn’t been for you. -Sharon Hendricks
We’re nearing the end of the school year, the time when “spring fever” runs rampant and the nice weather causes students to...
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Recipe of the week: Caribbean Chicken
At Mezzacorona, we know that wine is just one part of the dining experience, so we would like to give you a few recipes that pair great with our Pinot Grigio. This simple and easy Caribbean Chicken recipe originally published in Light and Tasty Magazine will be a treat for your taste buds. Give it a try and let us know how it turns out. Happy dining! Caribbean Chicken Prep time: 15 mins Cook...
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Mezzacorona at the Taste of Hope
Mezzacorona is proud to be participating in the fight against cancer during this year’s Taste of Hope Event! Join us as we work towards a cure while honoring the famous chef Todd English for his dedication to the cancer research community, all happening this evening at 82 Mercer in New York City. For the third year in a row, Vinitaly will partner with the American Cancer Society to host this...
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Mezzacorona at Toast of the Town
Mezzacorona couldn’t be more excited to partner with Wine Enthusiast as we present Toast of the Town New York on May 3rd! One of the most popular wine events in New York, Toast of the town has moved to a new, larger location at the Oscar Hammerstein Ballroom in Midtown. We’re already shining our shoes in preparation to dance the night away in our own 2nd floor lounge complete with jazz band,...
