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COCONUT LIME MUSSELS INGREDIENTS 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1 shallot, minced 2 garlic cloves, minced 2 tsp fresh ginger, peeled & grated 2 tsp lemongrass 3 tbsp fresh lime juice 1 tsp fresh lime zest 2 cups Calaveras Roussanne 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk 1 lb mussels, scrubbed and debearded DIRECTIONS In large pan, … Continued
SUMMER SHRIMP & MELON SALAD INGREDIENTS DRESSING 1/3 cup lime juice 1/2 tsp Dijon 1/2 tsp sugar 1/2 tsp kosher salt 1/2 cup canola oil 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil Dash black pepper SALAD 1lb 16/20 shrimp, peeled and deveined 4 hearts of romaine (the smallest center leaves, whole) ½ head radicchio 1 bunch fresh basil … Continued
DUNGENESS CRAB MACARONI & CHEESE INGREDIENTS 1 tbsp olive oil 1 minced garlic clove 1/4 cup Calaveras Chardonnay 1 pint heavy cream pinch white pepper 1/2 cup shredded white cheddar 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese l lb Dungeness crab meat 1/2 cup chopped scallions 1 cup breadcrumbs 5 cups cooked pasta salt and white pepper DIRECTIONS Preheat … Continued
WILD BOAR SHANKS/PORK LOIN INGREDIENTS 2 wild boar shanks 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1/2 tsp each: salt, pepper 1 tsp freshly minced garlic 1 bay leaf 2 sticks celery, diced 1 medium onion, diced 1 medium carrot, diced 1 cup canned, diced tomatoes with juice 1 cup stock: beef, veal or chicken 1 … Continued
MUSHROOM BARBERA SAUCE FOR STEAK INGREDIENTS 1 tbsp unsalted butter 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 2 shallots, minced 2 lbs mushrooms, sliced 2 sprigs thymne leaves salt & pepper 1/2 cup Calaveras Barbera 1/4 cup beef broth 1/4 cup heavy cream 1 tbsp chives, minced. DIRECTIONS Melt butter and oil. When butter foams, add … Continued
A family run, estate winery, Broll Mountain vineyards consist of old world and Rhone Valley varietals of Merlot, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petite Sirah, Petit Verdot, and Roussanne. Careful pruning and thinning during the growing season leaves only the highest quality for wine production, resulting in low yields of world-class grapes. In addition, over two hundred … Continued
Creative Cookware is a kitchen specialty shop located in the heart of historic downtown Murphys and is a must-see if you are a foodie, aspiring chef or a perfectionist in the kitchen. Their products feature many American and European made goods such as, Portuguese stoneware by Casafina, Polish Pottery, top of the line cookware from Staub, … Continued
The Spice Tin is an exceptional experience for the senses featuring gourmet spices, salts, culinary giftware, mustards, dressing, and sauces. Want to try a new seasoning, spice or herb? Take a sniff before you purchase – your nose will tell you a lot! Looking for something hard to find in your regular grocery store? Here’s … Continued
Discover firsthand why Murphys California was voted one of the top ten coolest small towns in America by Budget Travel Magazine. With its nearly two-dozen wine tasting rooms all within strolling distance along charming Main Street, its multiple restaurants featuring delicious, high-quality cuisine, boutique shopping and historic architecture all located in the Sierra Foothills, this town … Continued
Getting to Calaveras County from major California cities, Reno and Tahoe, is a beautiful drive whatever route you take. Be sure to stop in at the Visitors Center in historic Angels Camp for help planning your visit! Scroll down for directions from Sacramento, Fresno & LA, San Francisco & the Bay Area, and Reno & … Continued
For breakfast on the go grab a strong coffee, a homemade everything bagel with cream cheese (and maybe a sweet treat too) from Aria Bakery in Murphys. Then hop in the car for a peaceful 20-minute drive through the pines to the town of Dorrington for easy access to the wild and scenic…
Summer in Calaveras means hot days and warm evenings, perfect for outdoor concerts and theater, lots of outdoor recreation in the high country and on our lakes, winery events, and underground adventures. Summer in Calaveras: Unwind, indulge…or both For breakfast on the go grab a strong coffee, a homemade everything bagel with cream cheese (and … Continued