Maple in the County Cornbread
This is an old family recipe with a few changes:
1 c. of cornmeal, 3/4 c. flour, 1 tbsp maple syrup, 1 well beaten egg, 1/2 c. milk and 1/2 cup applesauce, 2tbsp melted butter and 4 tsp baking powder. Bake in a well greased 8X8 pan for 20 minutes at 450o F.
I love this recipe because it is so reliable and flexible. Change the applesauce to any puree you like or leave out the fruit altogether and increase the milk to 1c.
This weekend I topped the cornbread with maple caramelized onions, creme fraiche and bacon but again toppings are up to you. I am one of those people who prefers complimentary flavours to contrasting and so I am always trying to build a taste up in anything I am making. What about pumpkin or sweet potato cornbread with a little nutmeg and allspice served warm for breakfast topped with a little maple syrup and a dollop with whipped cream but it is also good with some chili in it topped with cheddar cheese and sour cream…..
I should have taken a picture but the weekend was so busy we served 500 portions as soon as they were out of the oven sorry.
Dinner with the Winemaker
just waiting for company to arrive
This past weekend we had a lovely event at the winery. we had 8 guests win an experience to join us for a beautiful dinner at the winery. they had tour with the winemaker, and tastings in the cellar. Then they join us upstairs for dinner with Adam and Caroline.
It was a perfect fall night and a nice fall menu; pumpkin and apple soup, red wine poached pear salad, pork medallions with white wine-cider and thyme jus and roasted root veg, a local cheese plate, and pumpkin creme caramel.
Aug. 21-a sunday morning coming down
After a crazy week 4:30a.m. – 4:30 p.m. daily, I take a moment to relax. My dog Victor Newman is finally calm and I’m able to enjoy some meditation time. Instead of thinking about harvest specifics (which I’m almost sick of and harvest isn’t even here yet,) I think about life and all it’s cyclicle beauty. I face west in homage of the current season in the cycle of life/nature. It’s an exciting one, it’s a rewarding one. Together with nature, we humans in the fruit industry are about to work the hardest we will work all year. The plants are about to hand over their offspring. They will then reflect and wait for the long hibernation that is less than 4 months or a quarter cycle away. Their work is finshed, ours is just beginning…Lucky plants!
-ADAM-
Experience The Grange Summer 2010 is all about LOCAL!
Experience The Grange
Summer 2010 is all about the experience here at The Grange. So this year let us show you why we think our farm and Prince Edward County are so special!
New for this season we will be having gourmet picnic lunches that range from rustic handmade sandwiches to a basket filled with charcuterie, roasted chicken and summer salads. These are our new way of showcasing the best of PEC’s local produce. Have a perfect summer afternoon with us… stay in by the windows overlooking the pond, sit under the shade of the birches on the patio or bring a blanket and head back the lane after you pick up your picnic basket and a bottle of wine from our tasting bar. Call ahead to reserve.
Another new way to experience the grange is through our new tours which can really let you get your hands dirty! From hiking tours and working tours to tasting tours which focus on experiencing wine as it is made in the cellar or how food and wine come together there is a package to suit any group. Reservations required.
We look forward to you visit!
Please visit our website http://www.grangeofprinceedward.com for more details.
The Grange Summer Concert Series
The Grange of Prince Edward Vineyards and Estate Winery
2010 Summer Concert Series
May 23
Lenni Stewart – Lenni is a soprano songstress specializing in music from the 20’s, 30’s and 40’s… She sings traditional jazz, classical Broadway and early folk blues … Her performances will please audiences of all ages
June 20
Marc Despault and Jake Devries – Mark and Jake are part of the very talented group Luck’s X-RD whose music represents the eclectic charm of the 60’s and 70’s
July 18
Seventh Town – A Prince Edward County trio Performing traditional and contemporary folks, Celtic jigs, ballads and sea shanties, playing acoustic guitar and fiddle
August 15
John and Penny Kitchen – as part of Jazz Week in the County – From Gershwin to Cline, jazz, R&B, 40’s swing, this talented duo bring and unmistakeable love of music to their performances
September 19th
Rhett Wills – return engagement for this very talented musician performing everything from jazz and ragtime to blues and rock and roll, his playlist is extensive playing both acoustic and electric guitar and is always a fun show.
October 10 – Harvest Experience Weekend !
For more information please contact us at info@grangeofprinceedward.com
