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American Sparkling Wine: The Case to Celebrate Amazing Local Bubbles

American Sparkling winemaking has a fresh approach which represents a new type of wine thinking where curiosity and experimentation are comingled with tradition and technique. Sparkling wine producers in America…

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St. Patrick’s Day Party Foods and Drinks to Make you Dance Like a Happy Leprechaun

Make these St. Patrick’s Day Party foods! Add some green drink recipes and use the wine recommendations to create your own Leprechaun-worthy St. Patrick’s Day celebration! In America, we love…

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The Best Dinner Party Questions for Fun Conversation Starters

This post on dinner party questions will help you avoid awkward silence and maintain a lively conversation with your dinner guests. Plus you can get a printable version of 112…

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Temperature Guide: How to Grill the Perfect Steak Dinner

The perfect steak dinner

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The Raw Truth: Planning a Dinner Party

The Raw Truth about planning a dinner party is that things can, and probably will, go wrong. Raw!  The truth of the matter is it was raw in the middle! …

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    Best Amazon Prime Day Deals & Save Up to 50% Now

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    Amazon Prime Day is almost here and you can grab the best Amazon Prime Day Deals over the two-day event. There’s truly no better time to stock up on all things kitchen and home entertaining. This post may contain affiliate links for products LSG loves. Lone Star Gatherings earns a small commission on these links at no additional cost to you. Please read my DISCLOSURE POLICY for more info. Prime Day is the retailer’s biggest sale of the year, and it promises all-time low prices across all of its product categories, including appliances, tableware, home goods, smart tech, gardening tools and outdoor products, back-to-school, and office products, and loads more.…

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    How To Cut Onions for Fajitas the Easy Way

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    Many people love fajitas but are not sure how to cook them or how to cut onions for fajitas at home. Cutting the onions properly to achieve a restaurant-worthy-looking dish is a seemingly simple task, but it can take time to master. This post may contain affiliate links for products LSG loves. Lone Star Gatherings earns a small commission on these links at no additional cost to you. Please read my DISCLOSURE POLICY for more info. If you could ask Julia Child how important it is to learn to cut onions properly, she would have a lot to say! She worked diligently to master cutting onions when she was in…

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    What to Serve with Fajitas – Easy Menu and Side Dishes

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    In the mood for fajitas but not sure what to serve with fajitas? Here is a full list of ideas for toppings, side dishes, and beverages for making a delicious fajita dinner at home. This post may contain affiliate links, meaning I get a small commission if you decide to make a purchase through my links. There is no additional cost to you. Please read my DISCLOSURE POLICY for more info. Fajitas are a perfect meal for the whole family to share. It is a great choice for dinner especially in the summer months. Homemade fajitas are easy to prepare any night of the week. And leftovers are even better…

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    How to Make the Best Nut-Free Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

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    If you are in search of nut free chocolate chip cookie recipes, then stop right here! These Salty Chunky Chocolate Chip Cookies are some of the best homemade cookies you will ever make! This post may contain affiliate links, meaning I get a small commission if you decide to make a purchase through my links. This is at no additional cost to you. Please read my DISCLOSURE POLICY for more info. This is the best recipe because these cookies are more flavorful than classic chocolate chip cookies with bigger chunks of chocolate. Make this recipe and these cookies will become one of your favorite things to bake. These are beyond…

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    Homemade Recipe for the Best Salsa for Keto Diets

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    Here is a recipe for the best salsa for keto dieters or anyone looking for low-carb recipes. Make this keto-friendly salsa recipe and enjoy the fresh flavors for an appetizer, snack, or as a condiment for your main course. This post may contain affiliate links, meaning I get a small commission if you decide to make a purchase through my links. This is at no additional cost to you. Please read my DISCLOSURE POLICY for more info. This is an easy recipe for you to make your own salsa which is a better option than store-bought salsa. Follow this best keto salsa recipe to enjoy a bright, fresh, and very…

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    Guide for the Best Wine Pairing with Beef Fajitas

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    Looking for a great wine pairing with your fajitas? Then read on about how to pair wine with this favorite Mexican dish and other spicy foods. This post may contain affiliate links, meaning I get a small commission if you decide to make a purchase through my links. This is at no additional cost to you. Please read my DISCLOSURE POLICY for more info. When it comes to Mexican cuisine most people don’t think of wine with their food. The typical beverage of choice includes Mexican beer, tequila, or sangria. Sangria is actually from Spain, not Mexico, but it is on the menu of many Mexican food restaurants for a…

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    How to Cook Bell Peppers and Onions for Fajitas

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    If you want to make your own fajitas at home then you need to know how to cook bell peppers and onions for fajitas! This recipe will show any home chef how to make the best fajita veggies to go with any kind of fajita! This post may contain affiliate links, meaning I get a small commission if you decide to make a purchase through my links. This is at no additional cost to you. Please read my DISCLOSURE POLICY for more info. Every time I go to my favorite Mexican restaurant, there are always sizzling fajitas being carted to tables. It makes me hungry for them, but I really…

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    How to Grill the Best Beef Flank Steak Fajitas Recipe

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    Looking for the best beef flank steak recipes? Then read on to learn how to make this easy flank steak recipe for beef fajitas. One of my favorite ways to enjoy the summertime grilling season on my patio is to make my favorite Flank Steak Fajitas recipe. It is a fast-cooking main dish for lunch or an easy steak dinner that is a definite crowd-pleaser. This is one of the most delicious flank steak recipes and is great for a quick supper on weeknights or weekend celebrations with friends. No need to hit a specialty butcher. Everything you need for this easy flank steak dinner can be purchased in your…

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    Best Grilling Recipe for How to Cook Large Zucchini

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    When you have a bumper crop of fresh zucchini you need a great recipe for how to cook zucchini. Whether it is the beginning of zucchini season and you are looking for inspiration on how to use smaller zucchini or your vegetable garden has overgrown zucchini into baseball bat size, here is a great way to grill zucchini. This recipe will become your go-to zucchini recipe! And a few ideas on how to use up a huge zucchini in vegan recipes as well as protein-packed suggestions. This post may contain affiliate links, meaning I get a small commission if you decide to make a purchase through my links. This is…

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    These techniques for how to cut tomatoes for salads will help you create beautiful dishes. And you can start working on your new skill by making this Tomato Panzanella Salad which will be a great side dish for your next Gathering. This post may contain affiliate links, meaning I get a small commission if you decide to make a purchase through my links. This is at no additional cost to you. Please read my DISCLOSURE POLICY for more info. Juicy Summer Tomatoes for Salads In the summer months, your local farmers market is full of the best quality vine-ripened tomatoes. There are so many different tomato varieties in farmers’ markets…

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    This super simple recipe for the best white fish to grill will keep your barbecue season full of flavors in a healthy way! Grilling fish is one of my favorite ways to enjoy it. If this is your first time cooking fish on the grill you are in for a tasty and healthy treat! This post may contain affiliate links, meaning I get a small commission if you decide to make a purchase through my links. This is at no additional cost to you. Please read my DISCLOSURE POLICY for more info. Eating Fish for Health Benefits Fish is a healthy way to consume protein and it, unlike most meat,…

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Howdy!  I’m your host, Rani.  As a WSET certified wine lover and cooking enthusiast, I love to entertain at home. With 25 years of experience cooking, entertaining, and pairing wine, let me guide you through stress-free gatherings with amazing food, wine, and cocktails! Grab a drink and join the party!

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