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Baker’s Dozen New England Ski Resorts to Check Out in 2010

New England ski resorts have taken a financial battering in the last few years but this season has started out strong and here is our selection for 2010.

5Jan2010 | Cliff Calderwood | 10 comments | Continued
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Best Bird-Watching Destinations in New England

I just completed a series of articles for our friends over at the New England Birdhouse blog on best bird-watching destinations in New England.
I’m never happier than when visiting locations in New England that offer the chance to get close to wildlife in scenic destinations. And the six states of New England offer a plethora [...]

7Oct2009 | Cliff Calderwood | 5 comments | Continued
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MGM Grand at Foxwoods Resort Offers Great Shows and Fine Dining

First, I’m not a card player or slot machine addict – I don’t even care much for Las Vegas as a venue for conferences. So I approached an evening at MGM Foxwoods with my family as an unsure bet for success.
I’d been convinced to make the 4-hour round-trip to the newest “kid” on the entertainment [...]

21Aug2009 | Cliff Calderwood | 0 comments | Continued
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Here is Chef Kevin Long Eighth Summer BBQ tip…

Here is Chef Kevin Long eighth Summer BBQ tip…
BBQ Tip #8:
Chef Long’s Cucumber and chick pea salad:
This is a much less traditional salad recipe, however it is one of my summer favorites and sure to impress your barbeque guests. Take cucumbers and chick peas and mix with oregano and agave nectar for an inventive [...]

31Jul2009 | Cliff Calderwood | 0 comments | Continued
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Here is Chef Kevin Long Seventh Summer BBQ tip…

Here is Chef Kevin Long seventh Summer BBQ tip…
BBQ Tip #7:
Chef Long’s watermelon and grape tomato salad:
Is another simple but delicious option for a summer salad to go with any grilled dinner. Take diced watermelon and grape tomatoes and toss with rice vinegar and crumbled feta cheese.
You can find Chef Long BBQ Tip #1 [...]

25Jul2009 | Cliff Calderwood | 0 comments | Continued
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August 2009 at the Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk, Connecticut

The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk in Connecticut continues with a full program as we enter August School vacation. Here are highlights of what you’ll see.
The Aquarium that focuses on Long Island Sound has a number of special exhibits running at the moment. Here’s a quick rundown of what you can see when you visit in [...]

22Jul2009 | jdaniels | 0 comments | Continued
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Chef Kevin Long Summer BBQ Tip Number 6

Here is Chef Kevin Long sixth Summer BBQ tip…
BBQ Tip #6:
Chef Long’s Simple Jicama Salad:
Ingredients: jicama, corn, olive oil, chives, lemon, cotija or parmesan
Peel jicama, cut into slices, rinse in ice water and toss with olive oil and chives. Soak corn cobs for 15 minutes in cold water then roast in the oven at [...]

17Jul2009 | Cliff Calderwood | 1 comment | Continued
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Chef Kevin Long Summer BBQ Tip Number 5

Here is Chef Kevin Long fifth Summer BBQ tip…
BBQ Tip #5:
Chef Long’s authentic Tare Sauce:
This is a spin on a classic Japanese Tare Sauce, traditionally used with Yakitori and Teppanyaki. The sauce can be used as a marinade, but is also great for basting skewers while cooking and can even serve as a dipping [...]

10Jul2009 | Cliff Calderwood | 1 comment | Continued
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Chef Kevin Long Summer BBQ Tip Number 4

Here is Chef Kevin Long fourth Summer BBQ tip…
BBQ Tip #4:
Chef Long’s summer marinade:
Combine 3 oz. of Dijon Mustard, 1 oz. extra virgin olive oil. 1 lemon, a crumble of fresh or dry lavender and a pinch of crushed chili flake.
You can find Chef Long BBQ #1 here and Chef Long BBQ #2 here [...]

3Jul2009 | Cliff Calderwood | 0 comments | Continued
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Chef Kevin Long Summer BBQ Tip Number 3

Here is Chef Kevin Long third Summer BBQ tip…
BBQ Tip #3:
Chef Long’s recipe for a quick and easy brine for pork, beef, or chicken.
Brining the meat  24–48 hours in advance will ensure it cooks as plump and juicy as possible
Combine 4oz natural sugar, 3oz of Kosher Salt, 1 [...]

26Jun2009 | Cliff Calderwood | 1 comment | Continued
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Chef Kevin Long Summer BBQ Tip Number 2

Here is Chef Kevin Long second Summer BBQ  tip…
BBQ Tip #2:
Brazilian Trick: Re-season the food with salt and pepper while grilling to ensure that the flavor is not lost in the grilling process.
You can find Chef Long BBQ #1 here.
Chef Kevin Long is Executive Chef of Shrine Restaurant, Lounge and Nightclub at MGM Foxwoods.
Next BBQ [...]

19Jun2009 | Cliff Calderwood | 8 comments | Continued
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Welcome Chef Kevin Long to Complete New England

The warmer weather has arrived in New England and we all have thoughts of vacations and BBQ with special friends. And our blog welcomes a special friend this summer…
Chef Kevin Long.
Kevin Long is highly regarded as one of the Boston area’s most promising young chefs, and all this summer he’ll be providing you with tips [...]

9Jun2009 | Cliff Calderwood | 8 comments | Continued
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2009 Guide to Summer Vacation Baseball Fun in New England

New England is known for its love affair with sports, and the summer months puts the spotlight on baseball in the region. Whether you’re talking Major or Minor League, professional baseball is usually within striking distance wherever you visit for a New England Vacation.
While visitors on a Boston Vacation will want to check out a [...]

4Jun2009 | Cliff Calderwood | 3 comments | Continued
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The Connecticut Wine Trail – A New England Style Winery Tour

In May of 2008 we wrote about the Coastal Wine Trail of Southeastern New England and we were reminded by a few readers about the Connecticut Wine Trail just further along the coast. Today I’ll make amends by covering this wonderful way of seeing Connecticut if you’re a wine lover – and I am!
Commercial vineyards [...]

20May2009 | yankeetraveler | 4 comments | Continued
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The Hills of Litchfield are Alive with Blossoms

Its springtime in the Hills of Litchfield and that means fields of daffodils swaying on hillsides, and peonies on show in Connecticut display gardens. Take a visit to Connecticut this spring and see the dazzling display for yourself.
Here are some suggestions from Janet L. Serra, Director, Litchfield Hills Connecticut:
Masses of Blooms:
Breathtaking daffodil displays are already [...]

23Apr2009 | Cliff Calderwood | 0 comments | Continued
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April 2009 at the Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk, Connecticut

The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk in Connecticut continues with a full program as we enter spring and the Connecticut school vacation week.
The Aquarium that focuses on Long Island Sound supplements the special exhibits we discussed in our last post – see February 2009 Events at the Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk post here.
Here’s a quick rundown [...]

20Mar2009 | Cliff Calderwood | 1 comment | Continued
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