the north fork — Archive

Wine Tasting With Taste: Get the Most from Your Wine Country Visit – Safely

(August 2, 2012) Maybe in my late 30s I’m becoming a bit of a stick in the mud. Maybe I’m even becoming my... More

Old World Charm at Sherwood House Vineyards

(May 19, 2012) Owned and operated by Charles and Barbara Smithen, Sherwood House Vineyards is the couple’s ultimate expression of an intense passion for... More

Bringing Wine Tasting into the Home

(November 18, 2011) Nothing beats winery hopping with friends on a crisp autumn afternoon. But sometimes it rains. Here’s a sure-fire cure for... More

A Wine Tour for a Reunion of Friends

(November 15, 2011) The Facebook phenomenon really is amazing. Say what you will about it’s down side, for me the up side has... More

Over The Barrel: Two Chardonnays I Kinda Like

(October 23, 2011) Last week’s heat wave aside, autumn is firmly upon us. I’m extremely seasonal not only in my eating but also... More

Zagat Honors the North Fork

(October 21, 2011) I heart cute little foodie books, especially when they’re free! In celebration of the Concord and Niagara grape harvest, which... More

Chef And Author Silvia Lehrer To Hold Book Signing At Paumanok Vineyards!

(September 16, 2011) Be sure to join Silvia Lehrer on Saturday, September 17, from 2 to 5 p.m., at Paumanok Vineyards in Aquebogue, where... More

A Touch of Venice in Cutchogue

(June 13, 2011) Located at what used to be Fisherman’s Rest in Cutchogue, Brian Pennacchia and his father Ettore renovated this space into... More

A Wine Tasting Adventure

(June 9, 2011) Wineries and vineyards span across the North Fork in rich profusion, offering a vast variety of opportunities for a tasting... More