Whew chile, shrimp and grits may just be THE ultimate Sunday brunch comfort food. Rich creamy grits with the addition of cheddar cheese, shrimp and bacon make this version of a classic southern dish extra flava-full! Pair it with a refreshing cool drink like a Mimosa, mint julep, sparkling lemonade or a fruity and acidic…read more

“A person who never made a mistake never tried anything new.” — Albert Einstein It’s Week-Before-Thanksgiving Thursday and the beginning of what can be one of the warmest or loneliest times of the year in America, depending on whether you’re surrounded by people who care about more than themselves or not. Thanksgiving was founded on…read more

Now’s the time to purchase Sparkling Wines and Champagne for the holiday season. Whether you drink Champagne or not, you’re sure to host friends or guests who want to drink sparkling; so it’s a good idea to keep some on hand. Purchasing for yourself or for a gift? Rest assured a gift of sparkling wine will be appreciated during…read more

Shop Pink and show your support for Breast Cancer Research by buying pink wine this month. For every bottle of Rosé purchased during the month of October, the Boisset Collection will donate $2 to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. Here, I tell you why I’m in love with rosé wines. Even though in this video…read more

All my NYC-based wine-loving friends, meet me tomorrow at IAC Manhattan for a rockin’ time at The 2019 Great Wine of the Andes Event to sample some of the best wines from Chile and Argentina as selected by wine journalist and critic, James Suckling. Learn more and purchase tickets here: Below are a few highlights…read more

A quick dinner of salmon fillets Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Rub 8 to 10 oz salmon fillets with just enough olive oil to cover the top and bottom of the fillets. Put on a foil-lined baking sheet skin side down and sprinkle with salt, pepper, fresh minced garlic, dried cilantro and dried parsley to…read more

I love oysters, and one of my favorite summer snacks is oysters on the half shell with a crisp, “minerally” white wine like Muscadet, Dry Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc or unoaked French Chardonnay. If you enjoy oysters on the half shell or just like to use the freshest most flavorful oysters possible for your fried oysters or…read more

Fried chicken is a comfort food that reminds me of my daddy. It’s his favorite meal, and as a bachelor he learned to perfect it. Daddy likes fried chicken so much that his friends nicknamed him “Yardbird.” Here’s how to make Daddy’s famous fried chicken: What you will need: A large skillet or Dutch oven 2…read more

I finally got my hands on some of Joe Campanale’s Annona Cerasuolo d’Abruzzo, a wine I first tried at dell’Anima in the West Village several years ago and then again at L’Apicio Restaurant in the East Village last December. Cerasuolo d’Abruzzo is a deep-colored hearty rosé wine for people who like red wine but want something a little different. Not to…read more

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Although I have been making this dish for years, this is the best recipe I have run across to date. It is really flavorful, unlike some versions that have too much or too little sauce, and has the right proportions of everything, especially the pepper! You can substitute Littleneck clams for the Manila clams; because…read more

Flashback to 5 years ago when I met Master Sommelier, Andrea Immer Robinson at the Food Network NYCWFF benefiting NoKidHungry with Naima Sanowar Anthony, The Adventurista. Thanks Naima for the great photos!   Naima : Judia, why did you choose this particular event to attend together, out of all the events at the 2011 Food Network’s New York City…read more

You’ve heard of a power lunch, but how about a power brunch? It’s Labor Day weekend, and for many that means you can enjoy a leisurely breakfast or even brunch from the comfort of your own home. If you’re tired of the same old, same old, instead of eggs and bacon, how about eggs, spinach and…read more