Chief Cork Officer: Sparkler tips for the holidays
When it’s time to ‘pop the bubbly’ here’s what you need to know
By Brian Gurnham, Columnist, The Times
When I first joined the ranks of the Total Wine team several years ago, I was confused when fellow wine team members began to refer to “sparklers”. Showing signs of my misspent youth, I immediately thought small, hand held pyrotechnic devices had been added...
Recognizing our own self-worth
We all have gifts to share, take a moment to discover yours
By Dr. Matthew Lapp, Columnist, The Times
I was recently invited to speak at a workshop on wholeness. The topic I was assigned was the subject of self-worth. As I began to prepare my thoughts and make notes, I realized the impact that our sense of self-worth has on our overall well-being and quality of life. Not only does our individual...
I’m ‘psyched’ to make some changes in my life
It’s time for a new career — but don’t worry the column is sticking around
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
2015 will be a very exciting year!
I have made the decision (with the love and support of my family) to go back to school to get my Master’s degree in Psychology. Over the course of my family law career, I have been haunted by the devastating effects of divorce...
On Your Table: From Longwood’s Kitchen to your dining room
This Sage Rubbed Pork Chops, Sweet Potato Puree, Braised Red Cabbage, Cranberry & Honey Crisp Apples Topped with Pistachio Oil is just one of the recipes that Londwood Gardens Executive Chef Jason Belkov was kind enough to share with The Times’ readers this holiday season.
Holiday dining gets festive at Longwood Gardens
By Cathy Branciaroli, Food Correspondent, The Times
At this time...
For your dental office, it’s like a month of Black Fridays
Between the holiday rush and end of benefits year, your dentist may be oversubscribed
By Dr. Stephanie McGann, DMD FAGD, Columnist, The Times
It’s holiday time. Just in case you missed the catalogs stuffed in your mailbox. The thousands of emails with “extended black Friday savings” or the sparkling Christmas trees, waiting to replaced by valentine hearts on December 26th.
Yes, the year is...
SuperSix: Christmas edition
Some affordable fashion options to buy — or ask for
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
Can you believe that Christmas is only eighteen days away? I feel like we’ve barely finished eating turkey! The Hockenberry’s do not have a tree or any decorations around the house. I don’t know what we’re waiting for but I procrastinate these things until the last possible minute.
I’m sort...
High School memories remind us how far we’ve come
We may be a bit older, but we’re wiser for the journey
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
Last night was my 25th high school reunion. That is painful to type out in black and white. How is it possible that a QUARTER of a CENTURY has gone by? Putting it that way makes it sound even more horrifying.
There was a bright spot, however. My girlfriend Sharon pointed out that enduring our...
This or that: Find those fabulous looks for less
You can enjoy high style without running up a big bill
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
I am a huge fan of Barney’s Department Store creative genius, Simon Doonan, and his exquisite fashion sense; HOWEVER, his “Top 10 Holiday Gifts for Every Fashion Girl” via PopSugar (http://bit.ly/1FcR4sR) was a little out of my price range. I decided to take his recommendations and make them...
The Wine Coach: Wine drinker’s demographics, do you fit in?
Are you normal, or a ‘special’ wine consumer?
Editor’s Note: Today marks the debut of Brian Gurham, who will be writing monthly on wine topics. He’s one of the region’s top experts and writers on various topics related to wine, wine appreciation and related issues. And he’s a very entertaining read. We hope you enjoy his insights.
By Brian Gurnham, Columnist,...
Chester County heritage turkeys taste like ‘eating sunshine’
Get back to real Thanksgiving roots with the birds that nature built from Wyebrook Farms
By Cathy Branciaroli, Food Correspondent, The Times
Heritage turkeys including the black birds, Broad Breasted Bronze, the white ones, Royal Palms and the browns, which are Bourbon Reds
Chances are if you are like most Americans on Thanksgiving Day you’ll be serving turkey, a native bird that Benjamin Franklin...
