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t’s hard to believe summer is nearing its end — but that doesn’t mean an end to activities and attractions. The rest of July and the month of August are filled with plenty to do — and most likely, something to please just about everyone. There are several church and firemen’s picnics, offering good food, music and games for the kids. Did we mention food? Summer also is a great time for entertaining — outdoors or in. Check out the happy hour ideas in this month’s issue — then invite your lake neighbors over for some good times. If things on wheels are more your speed, check out one of the tractor or car shows and car cruises. Shine up your wheels and take a spin. Of course, the Wisconsin Rapids Rafters are available to appease the baseball fans. Even if you aren’t a fan, the ballpark offers a night of

socializing and good food. Wisconsin Rapids also is host to several big attractions in the next month — the 45th annual Wisconsin State/Regional Water Ski Show Tournament. DEB The Wisconsin Rapids CLEWORTH Aqua Skiers and the Shermalot Show Team will show off their best moves on Lake Wazeecha in Wisconsin Rapids. There’s no charge to attend, so stop on by. Don’t forget the sunscreen — or your camera. The Betty Boop Festival at the end of July offers many activities perfect for a day trip. Rome has a busy schedule, as well. There’s the Taste of Rome, Polish Fest and the Lester Public Library of Rome Rome’n Fest. The Rome Farmers Market is going strong. The second annual pet

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parade was enjoyed by many pets and their owners this year. The Adams County Humane Society helped judge the second annual Rome Farmers Market pet parade in early July. Don’t miss their fifth annual Garage and Bake Sale, Adams County Fairgrounds. And for those hunting for a real good time, check out Midstate Metal Detecting Club’s 15th annual open hunt. You’ll need a metal detector and entry fee — but what kind of treasure might you find? Speaking of treasure, be sure and check out the pirates in this month’s issue. Those are the kind of photos we are looking for! We know you’re taking the pictures — why not share them with residents of Juneau, Adams and south Wood counties? The deadline for the September issue is the first week of August. Please send your submissions to deb.cleworth@cwnews.net.

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Cover photo: Bruce and Nadine Lehr of Lake Sherwood submitted this photo of their grandchildren Ava, 5, Cole, 11, and Kyan, 8, Schmidt, of Lake Mills, spending the day on Lake Sherwood on the giant swan Bruce refurbished.

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July-August Calendar of Events JULY » 15 and 16: Seventh annual Taste of Rome. Friday: 5 p.m. Oldies Car Cruise-in, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. music from Rumours, food and beverages. Saturday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. craft and business expo, 11 a.m. parade, food and beverages all day, 1 p.m. music from Southbound. Games and rides for children until 4 p.m. Alpine Village Business Park. » 16: Fourth annual Rome Polish Fest, Lake Arrowhead South Lake Center, 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Food (including imported Polish beer, kielbasa, kapusta, Polish rye bread, and golabki) served from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Music from the Polish Connection Band. Lake Arrowhead South Lake Center, 1374 A Rain Dance Trail. $5 per person admission; 15 and younger admitted at no charge. Food extra. 715-325-3341 or 718-307-5759. » 17: Thrivent open house, Alpine Village Business Park, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. » 17: Vesper Fireman’s Picnic. The 63rd

» 18: Kosmic Sound will be out on the tiki patio from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. at The Lure Bar and Grill, 1725 Archer Lane, Rome. 715-325-6555.

annual Vesper Volunteer Fire Department Firemen’s Picnic is set for Sunday at the Vesper Community Park. 1 p.m. parade; music by Southbound at 2 p.m.; Vic Ferrari Band from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Rafﬂes, concessions, bingo, rides. 715569-4404.

» 18: The seventh annual End of Watch Memorial Golf Outing. The event was established in 2005 in honor of three Wisconsin deputies killed in 2003 while in the line of duty while serving their respective counties: Deputy Michael Shannon of Adams County, Deputy Bruce Williams of Green Lake County and Deputy Richard Meyer of Winnebago County. All proﬁts are donated to law enforcement related charities. Registration begins at 9 a.m., followed by introductory remarks at 10:30 a.m. the banquet is at 4 p.m. For more information, email endofwatchgolf@yahoo. com. Pines Course at Lake Arrowhead Golf Course, Rome.

» 17: Motocross race at Dyracuse motorcycle park, 1047 Archer Drive, Rome. 715-325-8014, www.dyracusepark. dustndirt.com or 715-569-3746. » 17 and 18: The 2011 Northwoods League All-star Game. The All-star festivities will begin at 2 p.m. July 17 with the Marshﬁeld Clinic Home Run Health. Includes a fan home run derby contest, autograph session, and other interactive activities. The fest will be followed by 4 p.m. Northwoods League Home Run Derby. After the derby, the Field of Dreams Ghost Players will be featured an exhibition game. The Ghost Players will be available for autographs. On July 18, the Rafters will host a luncheon featuring the All-stars which will be headlined by a to-be-determined Hall of Fame caliber former Major League Baseball player. The Northwoods

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» 19: American Classics with John Duggleby. Sing-alongs and storytelling. 2 p.m. Lester Public Library of Rome summer reading program. Turn in reading logs today. 1157 Rome Center Drive. www.romepubliclibrary.org; 715325-8990; romelib@wctc.net.

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» 21: Eau Claire Express at Wisconsin Rapids Rafters, 7:05 p.m. Witter Field, Wisconsin Rapids. www.raftersbaseball. com, info@raftersbaseball.com or call 715-424-5400.

» 25: LaCrosse Loggers at Wisconsin Rapids Rafters, 7:05 p.m. Witter Field, Wisconsin Rapids. www.raftersbaseball.com, info@raftersbaseball.com or call 715424-5400.

» 23: Sherry Tired Iron Tractor Show. Annual tractor show includes roast pork and dumpling/ sauerkraut dinner, hamburgers, brats, beverages, silent and vocal auctions. Sherry Anderton Community Park, Sherry. 715-569-4173. » 23: Historic Point Basse “Whodunit.” A mystery-solving, interactive event. Historic Point Basse, Wakely Road, Nekoosa. 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Take 13

» 25: McGowen House “Jammin’ on the Porch” blue grass concert, 7 p.m. 507 Main St., Friendship. No charge. Donations accepted. 608-339-7732.

» 26: Lester Public Library of Rome summer reading program awards day and party. 1157 Rome Center Drive. www.romepubliclibrary.org; 715-3258990; romelib@wctc.net. » 28 and 29: Green Bay Bullfrogs at Wisconsin Rapids Rafters, 7:05 p.m. Witter Field, Wisconsin Rapids. www.raftersbaseball.com, info@raftersbaseball.com or call 715424-5400. » 30: Wisconsin Woodchucks at Wisconsin Rapids Rafters, 12:05 p.m. and 6:05 p.m. Witter Field, Wisconsin Rapids. www.raftersbaseball.com, info@raftersbaseball.com or call 715-424-5400.

Cruise In: A 1956 Chevrolet Del Ray is parked at the Cruise In while people wander by and check out cars. The Cruise In was part of the 2010 Taste of Rome festivities. LAKE COUNTRY SNAPSHOTS FILE PHOTO » 28-31: Betty Boop Festival. Highlights include: Art exhibits, ﬁlm festival motorcycle ride-in show and shine, collectors and collectibles, artists, vendors; Betty Boop Bash dance, and contests. Go to www.bettyboopfest.com for more information. » 29-31: Midstate Metal Detecting Club 15th annual open hunt. Deer Trail Park, 13846 Highway Z, Nekoosa. Go

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» 21-24: The 45th annual Wisconsin State/Regional Water Ski Show Tournament. Hosted by the Wisconsin Rapids Aqua Skiers on Lake Wazeecha at South Wood County Park, Wisconsin Rapids. For individual times, go to www.aquaskiers.org.

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» 7: St. Philip Catholic Church parish picnic. Polka Mass at 9 a.m. with Old Time Brass and the Choraleers. Grotto grounds open at 11 a.m. Food, bingo, games and music. 6957 Grotto Ave., Rudolph. » 10: Eau Claire Express at Wisconsin Rapids Rafters, 7:05 p.m. Witter Field, Wisconsin Rapids. www.raftersbaseball.com, info@raftersbaseball.com or call 715-424-5400. » 10 to 14: Adams County Fair. » 12: 12th annual Waterfest Venetian Lights Boat Parade, 8 p.m. on Castle Rock Lake. Parade starts at the Dirty Turtle, W5250 N. Osprey Drive, New Lisbon. 608-427-2070. » 12-14: Port Edwards Fun Fest and Car Show. Seventh annual event begins Friday, with staging for car cruise at 4 p.m., cruise starts at 6 p.m. Saturday events include car show, children’s games, craft fair. Edwards-Alexander Park and South Wood County YMCA. For more information, call 715-887-3511. » 13: LaCrosse Loggers at Wisconsin Rapids Rafters, 6:05 p.m. Witter Field, Wisconsin Rapids. www.raftersbaseball.com, info@raftersbaseball.com or call 715-424-5400. » 13: Artist Showcase, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Red Geranium, 102 W. State St., Mauston.

» 13: Rome’n Fest. 5 p.m. Proceeds go to Friends of the Lester Public Library of Rome building expansion fund. Rome municipal building, 1156 Alpine Drive, Rome.

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» 13: Rabies clinic, Adams Town Hall, 1980 11th Ave., Adams. Vaccinations available as well as microchipping, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., Adams County Humane Society. 608-339-6700.

» 20 and 21: Caravan-style tour of Necedah National Wildlife refuge. 6 p.m. See ducks, geese, swans, and whooping cranes from the comfort of your vehicle. A naturalist will lead the tour and will stop at designated areas and answer questions. Call 608-565-2551 to make necessary reservations. Tour can last up to three hours.

» 13 and 14: Caravan-style tour of Necedah National Wildlife refuge. 6 p.m. See ducks, geese, swans, and whooping cranes from the comfort of your vehicle. A naturalist will lead the tour and will stop at designated areas and answer questions. Call 608-565-2551 to make necessary reservations. Tour can last up to three hours. » 14: Rudolph Old Tractor Show. 9 a.m. Tractor display, 50/50 rafﬂes, food beverages. Rudolph Community Park, 8 miles north of Wisconsin Rapids on Highway 34. For more information, call 715-423-8403 or email kylekess@wctc.net.

» 20: Camelot Frolics: Ski show, music, food, ﬁreworks. Starts at 10 a.m. 298 Leisure Lane, Rome.

» 26 to 27: Adams County Humane Society ﬁfth annual Garage and Bake Sale, Adams County Fairgrounds. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 608-339-8286. » 26 to 28: Hustlerfest, Main Street, Hustler. Food, ﬂea market, crafts, parade. 608-4276583. » 26 to 28: Wisconsin Rapids Children’s Miracle Network Balloon Rally. Starts 5 p.m. Friday. Annual event includes balloon launches, craft show, music,

pancake breakfasts, petting zoo, beer tent, food vendors, Sunday outdoor church service, rafﬂes and evening balloon glows. Go to www.cmnballoonrally.com for schedule or call 715-3879965. » 27: Seventh annual Prime Time Jimmy Kline Ride For Cancer. Pre-ride activities start at 7 a.m., 110-mile ride begins at 11 a.m. There will be a break and lunch half way with activities until 10 P.M. in Lansing, Iowa. $25 per person includes lunch and a $5 voucher to any restaurant in Lansing, Iowa, the day of the event. www.primetimejimmykline.com. 608-547-2697 or 608-547-6998. » 27 and 28: Caravan-style tour of Necedah National Wildlife refuge. 6 p.m. See ducks, geese, swans, and whooping cranes from the comfort of your vehicle. A naturalist will lead the tour and will stop at designated areas and answer questions. Call 608-565-2551 to make necessary reservations. Tour can last up to three hours. » 31 to Sept. 5: Central Wisconsin State Fair. Marshﬁeld

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n a small space, “everything” counts. That’s the main idea behind this article — and how we can make a small room look bigger — with some clever tricks. Small rooms can feel confining and uncomfortable. Luckily we can utilize certain design concepts that fool the eye and make our rooms seem much bigger and spacious. Some solutions for small spaces, that can make a room in

area. It is all about illusion. Light colors make your room look bigger and brighter. Light and brightly colored walls are more reflective making a space feel open and airy, which will help to maximize the effect created by natural light. While dark colors absorb light, making the room look smaller. For optimum effect, select soft tones of blues and greens, and always remember that brighter rooms look bigger and more inviting.

your home look larger are color techniques, furniture arranging, and lighting considerations can give the look of space. These are a few of the topics that we are going to present. By the way … Maybe you want to sell your house and there is one thing you can do to make the house easier to sell. This thing is make the house look bigger. So let’s begin … How to use colors to make your room look bigger. Cream colors and icy blues are just a few of the best color combinations that can open up a tiny room into a bigger living

You can paint your walls light and use dark colors for the border and trim. Paint your wall trim and moldings a lighter color than your walls. When you paint your moldings light, the wall appears further back, making your living room appear bigger. Sometimes furniture can take a lot of space. To avoid that here are some useful tips : Use multi-function furniture like a chest that can be used as a coffee table, sofa beds, chest of drawers, and beds with drawers for storage etc. Stick to clean lines in the furniture. Use

an extendable dining table, folding tables and nest of tables, which can be tucked away when you don’t need them. Place the large pieces of furniture against the walls so the open space in the middle isn’t broken up. Scale the furniture to fit the size of the room and don’t block walking pathways. With furniture and accessories blocking the view into a room and out to open spaces, a room will look cramped. By moving furniture out and away from walkways, you’ll open up the space and make it feel larger. If you can see the floor, the room will look larger. Having oversized sofas or too much furniture will make the living room look smaller. Consider having at least some of the furniture pieces the same color as the walls. Even the bigger items like armoires and chest will begin to blend in to the room and widen out the room. You can add some detail by stenciling in a design or accent onto the furniture. Setting your furniture at an angle works because the longest straight line in any given room is its diagonal. When you place your furniture at an angle, it leads the eye along the longer distance, rather than the shorter wall. As an added

bonus, you often get some additional storage space behind the piece in the corner, too! If the furniture in your room is tall, that might be making it seem as though the ceiling is lower than it actually is. Make sure there is plenty of space between your furniture, too. Choose a sofa and chairs with open arms and exposed legs. A glass table, will keep the appearance of a open and free space. This allows light to filter under the furniture, making the room appear airier.

lot of natural light, you can add some lighting features to the room to make it look bigger. You will be amazed at how this small addition can make a big difference. If you have access to natural light, make full use of it. Bring it into your home through windows. Full height glass panes work best. Having a large picture window can make a room seem bigger because a barrier between visitor and outside view has been removed. Instead of seeing a dimension-defining wall, visitors see an expansive

Lighting is a key element in opening up a space. Let the light into the room too. By letting the natural light flow into the room, you will be surprised at how this will open up the room and make it look larger. If you do not have a

view of the outdoors. Make sure window coverings are sheer, or are pulled back, to bring more light in. If the view is bad use hanging plants and potted flowers near windows. Lamps will bring in color and focus attention.

Keep your room tidy and organized. There’s nothing that makes a small space feel cramped more than having too much stuff. With things neatly arranged and out of sight, the space that is in view will feel orderly and open. A cluttered room equals a smaller room. Mirrors can make your room look larger. Use a focal point and angle your mirrors towards it, which will give the illusion of depth. The mirrors also reflect both natural and artificial light to make a room brighter during the day and night. They bounce light deep into the room, making it appear larger. This is especially effective with near a window so the outdoors can be reflected. Mirrors on the walls and glass tabletops will make it seem like there’s a more open flow. You can also use mirrored cabinet doors to make spaces feel large and uncluttered Jill Livernash is an interior design consultant with Home Furniture in Wisconsin Rapids. She can be reached at h.furniture@charter.net.

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Photos submitted by Angela and Rick Wieloch Top right: The inside of the Wieloch home features log furniture in the dining area, and wood floors. Right: Definitely a conversation piece, a wood canoe hangs from a vaulted ceiling in the Wieloch home. Far right: The home is just a stone’s throw from Friendship Lake.

ith the help of friends, Angela and Rick Wieloch built the home they live in on Friendship Lake. The lake theme continues inside the home, which is decorated like the Northwoods, complete with log furniture. The home has vaulted ceilings and a real wood canoe that hangs from the living room ceiling. The outside of the home also

is graced with stone planters, which give the property a parklike setting. “We have a large, covered porch, with a beautiful view of the lake,” Angela Wieloch said.

To have your home featured in Lake Country Snapshots, email deb.cleworth@cwnews.net. Feel free to send photos, with descriptions, and don’t forget to include contact information.

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Pirate booty Nick Tomsyck, Rome, his fiance’, Katie Williams of Wisconsin Rapids and Nick’s brother Alex Tomsyck, Rome, organized a pirate treasure hunt and battle to the delight of their cousins, Hunter Ebbe, 6, and Ryder Ebbe, 5. The battle took place July 10, 2011, on Lake Sherwood, Rome. As you can see by the pictures, all the family and friends got involved. An incredibly good time was had by all.

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at Lake Arrowhead ROME — We’re inviting you to join us for summertime fun at Lake Arrowhead. On July 30, Lake Arrowhead members will host a Mid-Summer’s Art Show. Local artists will display and sell their paintings. Everyone is welcome. The event will held at the Lake Arrowhead Chalet on 16th Avenue. Watch for signs. On Aug. 16, Solarus presents the 13th annual Golf for Cancer Research event. To date, more than $460,000 has been raised

to fund cancer research programs at Marshfield Clinic. Two amateur golfers comprise a team to play six holes of Best Ball, six holes of Alternate Shot and six holes of a Scramble. Winning teams (low net and low gross) will earn golf packages to premiere golf facilities within the state. The entry fee is $150 per golfer. A 2011 USGA Handicap Index is required to qualify for prizes. As a participant, you will receive 18 holes of golf , with cart, playing the Lakes or Pines

golf courses, complimentary Subway lunch, shirt, beverage, hors d’oeurves awards banquet and more. Let’s “tee it up” for cancer research — join us for the charitable golf event as we strive to reach our goal to donate $40,000 toward continued cancer research at the Marshfield Clinic. On July 30, Lake Arrowhead members will host a Mid-Summer’s Art Show. Local artists will display and sell their paintings. Everyone is welcome. The event will held at the Lake

Arrowhead Chalet on 16th Avenue. Watch for signs. Stay tuned for September’s events — including the Lake Arrowhead Community Chorus concert, Hometown Players performance, the 22nd annual Lake Arrowhead Craft Show and the third annual Lake Classic Auto Show. Take the time to enjoy all of our Rome community and remember, stop by and say hello to your Lake Arrowhead neighbors. Submitted by Pamela Koeshall of Lake Arrowhead.

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Cafe Mulino serves up a taste of Italy By Anthony Wolf For Lake Country Snapshots

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Kroy by Ply Gem railing helps add privacy to outdoor deck areas, while bright-colored cushions create an interior look. (Photo courtesy of ARAcontent)

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The second annual Rome Farmers Market pet parade takes a trek around Alpine Village Business Park on July 1, 2011. (Submitted by Judy McCormick)

As family and friends look on, Katlyn Koeberl, 9, Burlington, left, gives Lucy, a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, a kiss. She and her sister, Marissa, 10, were waiting to hear who won prizes during the second annual Rome Farmers Market Pet Parade on July 1, 2011. (DEB CLEWORTH/For Lake Country Snapshots) Emily Pade, 74, Rome, and her Lhasapoo, Mattie, won the prize for the owner/pet look-alike contest (DEB CLEWORTH/For Lake Country Snapshots)

Marlene Houser, Lake Sherwood, pets her dog, Coco Chanel, Coco Chanel, a Briard French sheep dog, Friday, July 1, 2011, following the second annual Rome Farmers Market Pet Parade. Coco took first place for best costume. For more photos, go to www.wisconsinrapidstribune.com. (DEB CLEWORTH/For Lake Country Snapshots)

Katlyn Koeberl, 9, Burlington, waits with Lucy, a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, to hear who won prizes during the second annual Rome Farmers Market Pet Parade

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Callos de Hacha his summer, take a hint from America’s best restaurants and spice up your happy hour with fresh and pure tastes, vegetables from your yard and natural ingredients from the farmers market. Drinks and dishes are full of flavor and come in smaller portions, so guests can mix and match little bites and mouthwatering sips all night long. These recipes from America’s best chefs and bartenders make use of an unexpected, wholesome ingredient — pure maple syrup from Canada. This all-natural syrup adds a hint of sweetness and depth of flavor that makes each cocktail pairing shine. Maple syrup is a healthy and tasty pick when choosing a sweetener. It comes directly from tree sap and has a wide range of nutrients and antioxidants not found in other sweeteners. According to the University of Rhode Island, maple syrup from Canada features 54 antioxidants, some of which are similar to those found in super foods like berries, tea, red wine and flaxseed. Visit www.purecanadamaple.com, become a fan of Canada Maple Syrup on Facebook, or follow @PureCanadaMaple on Twitter for more recipes to redo your happy hour and cook with maple.

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Cooking with Maple Syrup Maple syrup comes in different grades. Syrup made from sap tapped at the beginning of harvest is clearer and more delicate in taste. As the season advances, maple syrup becomes darker and more intense in flavor. The natural sweetener offers a variety of flavor components, including nutty, vanilla, coffee, caramel and floral notes. Grade A maple syrup is meant for everyday use and can easily be found at the grocery store. Curious how to use the different grades of maple syrup for cooking? Grade A Light works well in salad vinaigrettes, and Grade A Medium or Dark taste delicious on breads or as a rub on meats. All pure maple syrup grades are a great substitute for sugar or simple syrup in cocktails or non-alcoholic drinks.

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By Luciana Autilio, Assistant Beverage Director of Anfora — New York City Yield: 1 cocktail 6 fresh blackberries 2 ounces white cranberry juice 3/4 ounce Grade A dark pure maple syrup from Canada Muddle 5 blackberries, maple syrup 3/4 ounce fresh lime juice and fresh lime juice. Add rye and 1.5 ounces rye (Rittenhouse) cranberry juice, shake and strain over or Bourbon ice. Garnish with 1 blackberry.

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Ryeberry By Luciana Autilio, Assistant Beverage Director of Anfora — New York City Yield: 1 cocktail 6 fresh blackberries 2 ounces white cranberry juice 3/4 ounce Grade A dark pure maple syrup from Canada Muddle 5 blackberries, maple syrup 3/4 ounce fresh lime juice and fresh lime juice. Add rye and 1.5 ounces rye (Rittenhouse) cranberry juice, shake and strain over or Bourbon ice. Garnish with 1 blackberry.

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By Erik Adkins, The Slanted Door — San Francisco Yield: 1 cocktail 2 ounces rye whiskey (suggested: Sazerac 6-year) 3/4 ounce freshly squeezed lemon juice 1/2 ounce pure maple syrup from Canada (Grade B preferred) 1/2 ounce of egg white or the white of a small farm egg Angustura bitters garnish, or freshly grated nutmeg Without ice, in a cocktail shaker quickly shake the cocktail ingredients to emulsify the egg. Next, add ice and shake for 10 seconds and strain into a coupe glass. Using an eye dropper, deposit a ring of bitters drops on the egg white, then drag a toothpick through the circle to create a “starry nights” effect. Or, grate fresh nutmeg on top.

By Tad Carducci, Tippling Bros. and Mercadito Restaurants — Miami Yield: 1 cocktail 1 1/2 ounces tequila (suggested: Reposado) 1 ounce pure maple syrup from Canada 3/4 ounce fresh lemon juice 2 tablespoons apple butter Mezcal Foam (see separate recipe) Red apple slices for garnish Add all ingredients to a mixing tin, except the Mezcal foam. Shake over ice. Strain over ice into an oldfashioned glass. Top with Mezcal foam and garnish with red apple slice.

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Maple Deglazed Scallops and Butternut Squash Puree By Chef Patricio Sandoval, Mercadito Restaurants — Miami Yield: 4 small plate servings 4 cups butternut squash 2 chiles 16 ounces butter (divided) 1/2 cup de pico de gallo (see separate recipe) 2 tablespoons canola oil 12 large scallops 9 tablespoons pure maple syrup from Canada 1/4 cup lemon juice 2 tablespoons capers 6 lemon segments, cut in thirds Cilantro, finely chopped to garnish Salt to taste Preheat oven to 350°F. In a deep sheet pan, arrange squash, chiles, and half the butter. Roast for 25 minutes. Remove from oven. Smash roasted ingredients to make a puree. Add pico de gallo to puree and season with salt. In a pan, add oil. When hot, sear scallops on both sides until golden brown. Add maple syrup to pan to deglaze, and let it reduce until thick. Heat up another pan and when really hot, add the rest of the butter and cook butter for 10 to 15 seconds until brown. Add lemon juice, capers and lemon segments to make a sauce; no additional cooking time is needed. To plate, spoon 1/2 cup of butternut squash puree in the center of a plate. Arrange 3 scallops over the puree. Sauce with brown butter and add a touch of the maple reduction to finish it. Garnish with microcilantro.

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By Gabe Thompson, Executive Chef Anfora, L’Artusi, dell’Anima — New York City Yield: 4 to 6 crudité portions 1/2 pound rhubarb 1/3 cup pure maple syrup from Canada 1 teaspoon lemon zest Juice of 1 lemon 1 teaspoon orange zest 1 teaspoon salt 2 cups ricotta Baguette Olive oil Preheat oven to 350°F. Dice rhubarb into small cubes and toss with maple syrup. Add orange zest, 1 teaspoon lemon zest, juice of one lemon, and one teaspoon salt. Place mixture in a shallow baking dish and cover. Bake for thirty minutes. Let cool to room temperature. Slice baguette into about 12 slices and toast slices. Place generous portion of ricotta on baguette and top with rhubarb mixture. Top with olive oil drizzle.

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