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Full of aces — 2 local golfers ............................................3 Coles County am set for mid-June ...................................3 Course Listings .................................................................3 Chamber Hosts Spring Wine Tasting Event....................4 Achieving Pure Perfection ................................................4 Gifting the Family Golfer .................................................4 Tea Time Turns to Tee Time .............................................5 Stroke Shaving Tip ...........................................................5 Explore the Health Benefits of Golf .................................8 Find the Right Golf Clubs.................................................8 Illinois Winery Directory .............................................9-11 Classic Beverages Popular Once Again .........................10 Eat, Drink, and Be Healthy............................................10 Ditch the Cubes-O-Cheddar ...........................................11 Pairing Wine & Cheese ...................................................11
Timberlake Golf Course now public under new ownership
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SULLIVAN -- Timberlake Golf Course now has several upgrades under the new ownership of Jeff and Debbie Boldig and Wade Family Limited Partnership. The Boldigs and Wade Family Limited Partnership have owned and operated Mattoon’s Meadowview Golf Course for 15 years and now are also in charge of Sullivan’s Timberlake Course at Lake Shelbyville. After the purchase, bunkers were added and existing ones rebuilt over the course, the clubhouse has been renovated with new bathrooms and carpet
throughout and a new maintenance facility has been built to accommodate the equipment needs for the course. Last fall, aerification and over seeding were done to the greens, tees and fairways to get them back into shape for the 2010 season. Timberlake Golf Course is once again open to the public for play with many leagues available. Season passes are available and green fees are reasonable for all players. The plan is to bring the same level of customer service to Timberlake as known at Mead-
owview. Timberlake is also to play host to golf outings large or small and provide food service in the clubhouse. Various scramble events are to be offered also. Breakfast is to be served on weekend mornings and the clubhouse facility is available for banquets and special occasions. Cold beverages and sandwiches are available for dining in or out. Call Timberlake’s pro shop for more information at 797-6496.
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Full of aces These 2 local golfers make mark on Par 3s By CARL WALWORTH Publisher and Editor MATTOON – Each in his own way, Craig Chaney and J.C. Moore have a perfect hand when it comes to holes in one at the Mattoon Golf and Country Club. Chaney is thought to be the only player to ace each of the four par 3s. Moore has four aces, all on the 170-yard No. 11. Both say the accomplishment is good luck. Both Moore and Chaney are long time club members who have played golf many years. Chaney’s first hole-in-one at the club was in 1990 on No. 11. He used a 7 iron to hit a back right pin placement. He used a driver playing the 225-yard No. 16 for his hole in one in 1991. Chaney was playing with the club’s former golf pro, Ike Bailey, and was hitting into the wind
Coles County am set for mid-June MATTOON – Maybe this is the year the Coles County amateur golf tournament gets its first repeat champion. The 36 hole, stroke play tournament has eight different champions since its beginning in 2002. This year the tournament is June 12-13, with 18 holes one day at Meadowview Golf Course and the other 18 holes at the Mattoon Golf and Country Club. Entry forms are available at the golf shop at either of the courses. Here is a list of past champions. 2009-Tim Hoss 2008-Derek Meinhart 2007-Ben Wochner 2006-David Deschler 2005-Nick Sloat 2004-Jeremiah Summers 2003-Kyle Maxwell 2002-Scott Peters
to a back left pin placement on a blustery October day. In 2001, Chaney used a five iron to ace the 170-yard third hole. And in 2006, he hit a Nike 4iron hybrid to ace the 195-yard sixth hole. “I didn’t see any of them go in,” Chaney said. Dick Jones witnessed two of the four, as did Bailey. Carl Walworth and Chad Pellum witnessed the hole-in-one on No. 6, and John Horn was in the group when Chaney aced No. 3. Moore’s hole in ones were in 1984, 1992, 1999 and 2002. He used a 5 iron on the first three, and a 6 wood on the fourth one. Moore said the witnesses at various times were Bill McCrocklin, Bill Wade, Bill Weller, Glen Smith, Ralph Scrimager and Bob Kovack. Moore said he’s been playing golf 62 years. He has one other hole in one, which came while playing in Florida. “It’s luck,” Moore said. He said there’s no magic in that four of the five came on the same hole. “It happens to be special to be me,” Moore said of No. 11. Chaney agreed. “It’s just lucky,” he said. “I had a shot at a million dollars once (for a hole in one) and didn’t even hit it on the green. I’m just saying it’s lucky. And that I’ve played too much golf.” Chaney also has a hole in one on No. 4 at Lincolnshire Fields in Champaign while playing with John Hedges and Andy Zavarella.
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The Links Golf Course 319 Holkenbrink Drive Jacksonville, IL 62650 (217) 479-4663
Brookhill Golf Course 3150 County Road, 1700 East Rantoul, IL 61866 (217) 893-1200 www.golfbrookhillgc.com
Marshall Golf Course 110 Golf Course Road Marshall, IL 62441 (217) 826-2404
Cardinal Golf Course 15737 North Beach Road Effingham, IL 62401 (217) 868-2860 Casey Country Club 203 Northeast 13th St. Casey, IL 62420 (217) 932-2030 Charleston Country Club Country Club Rd. Charleston, IL 61920 (217) 345-6603
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Mattoon Golf & Country Club 6700 N Country Club Rd. Mattoon, IL 61938 (217) 234-8831 www.mattooncountyclub.com Meadowview Golf Course 6489 Meadowview Ln. Mattoon, IL 61938 (217) 258-7888 www.meadoviewgolf.com Moweaqua Golf Course RR1 Moweaqua, IL 62550 (217) 768-3411
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Indian Springs 21347 Illinois Rt. 185 Fillmore, IL. 62032 217-538-2392 www.indianspringsgolf.net
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(217) 422-2211 Rogala Public Links 1322 State Highway 16 Mattoon, IL 61938 (217) 235-5518 St. Elmo Course Rt. 40 ( Semi-Private) Saint Elmo, IL 62458 618-829-3390 Stone Creek Golf Club 2600 S. Stone Creek Blvd. Urbana, IL 61802 (217) 367-3000 Stone’s Throw Golf Course 8817 N. 800th St. Newton, IL 62448 (618) 783-3790 Sun n’ Fun Golf Course Sun n’ Fun Court Decatur, IL 62526 (217) 877-0818 Sycamore Hills Golf Club 928 Clinton Rd. Paris, IL 61944 (217) 465-4031 University of Illinois Golf Course: Blue 800 Hartwell, Savoy (217) 359-5613 www.uofigolf.com University of Illinois Golf Course: Orange 800 Hartwell, Savoy (217) 359-5613 www.uofigolf.com Willow Pond Golf Course 1126 Country Club Ln. Rantoul, IL 61866 (217) 893-9000 Wolf Creek Golf Club 2521 Perrysville Road Danville, IL 61834 (217) 446-1025
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Chamber Hosts Spring Wine Tasting Event
CHARLESTON – Tantalize you taste buds and experience a variety of wines and food selections at the second annual Spring Wine Tasting hosted by the Charleston Area Chamber of Commerce. The event will be held on Thursday, April 22 at the Worthington Inn in Charleston and is sponsored by the Charleston County Market, 2 Flowers Catering and the Worthington Inn. The Wine Tasting will be take place in the banquet rooms at the Worthington Inn in Charleston from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Wine distributors for County Market will be on hand with a large assortment of wines, including Illinois and Mis-
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Golf enthusiasts know that all it can take is one missed stroke to lose a game. While skill on the course is one factor in a great game, the equipment used is another major contributor to performance. It is essential for golf clubs to perform consistently and correctly, which is why many avid players and professionals look to technological advancements in their quest for perfection. Every golf club created is unique to itself. Regardless of material manufacture and output, the shaft cannot be perfectly round, straight or stiff throughout its length. SST PURE Shaft Alignment is a technology that analyzes golf shafts after manufacture and locates the most stable orientation of any golf shaft to minimize off-line bending and twisting. The system places all of the shafts in a set of clubs into the same orientation for a more consistent game. The technology behind the system is simple but revolutionary to the golf game. The shaft is first removed from the head and placed in a
souri wineries. To complement the wine tasting, a variety of light hors d’oeuvres prepared by the Charleston County Market and 2 Flowers Catering will be available. Orders can be placed for any of the wines served at the Wine Tasting and will then be available for pick up at the Charleston County Market store. Complimentary wine glasses will be given to the first 70 attendees and door prizes will also be given away throughout the evening’s event. The door prizes include floral decorations from County Market, tickets to the Third Sunday Brunch by 2 Flowers Catering, and an overnight stay in the master suite at the Worthington Inn. The cost of the Spring Wine Tasting is $10 for Chamber members and $15 for non-members. Any member of the community is welcome to attend this event. Tickets can be purchased from the Chamber prior to the evening of the event by calling the office at 345-7041 or stopping in at 501 Jackson Avenue. Tickets will also be sold at the door.
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computer-driven machine. This machine checks for irregularities in straightness, roundness and stiffness that are inherent to the manufacturing process. Then the shaft is corrected, or PUREd as the company calls it. Independent testing on players of all skill levels has established that SST PURE improves impact repeatability on the center of the clubface by up to 51 percent. Clubs that have been PUREd have a softer feel than randomly installed shafts. This technology is frequently relied upon by PGA tour players, some of whom will not even hit a ball until their clubs have gone through the analysis. The process can be performed on existing clubs, new clubs or new shafts -- steel or graphite -- from all major manufacturers. For more information on SST PURE(R) shaft alignment or to locate a licensee near you, call 877-254-4648 or visit www.sstpure.com. Apart from using technology to improve your golf game, here are some other strategies you can employ. * Invest in a good set of golf shoes that will provide the right level of traction and comfort. * Improvements in your golf game will come from plenty of practice on the course and at the driving range. Frequent practice is valuable in lowering your handicap and taking strokes off of your game. * Improved attitude can also go a long way toward a better golf game. Learn from setbacks and don't get discouraged.
Gifting the Family Golfer According to the Golf Research Group, a leading consultant and publisher of business information to the golfing industry, an estimated 57 million people play golf across the globe. Those people play on 31,548 courses, nearly 60 percent of which are in North America. That said, golfing is clearly a popular sport, which makes gifting the family golfer an easy and enjoyable endeavor, whether it's the holiday season, Father's Day or even Mother's Day. The family golfer might like a set of custom made golf clubs, though that's best purchased with the golfer on hand. Other gifts that are sure to please are a set of personalized or top-of-the-line golf balls, a new golf bag emblazoned with your loved one's initials or even a free round of golf at one of his or her favorite nearby golf courses.
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Tea Time Turns to Tee Time Women Increasingly Lured By Golf
Many women find that golf vacations are the perfect girls' getaway.
(MS) -- It wasn't too long ago that men were the only golf enthusiasts hitting the links. However, women have been breaking down the barriers of all-boys sports clubs lately (think auto racer Danica Patrick or boxer Laila Ali), and golf is no excep-
Stroke Shaving Tip Never Slice Again! (MS) -- This month's golf tip is sponsored by Golf Illustrated and comes courtesy of Ric Tavolacci of The Golf School at Tri-Kor Golf Land in Plymouth, Michigan. Nearly every golfer, even the best the PGA has to offer, has or will slice from time to time. Says Tavolacci, "If you're pulling shots left or pull-slicing the ball, it is very likely your downswing is on an outside-to-in path. This is often caused by 'hitting from the top,' that is, uncocking your wrists too soon in the downswing and casting the club so that at impact it is crossing the target line and ball from outside to in. This is a common problem. "A good swing image to prevent this is to drop the inverted 'V' that is formed by your arms and hands to start the downswing. Hold the 'V' together and swing it down as a whole. Now, as your upper body turns, your clubhead will be inside the target line through most of the downswing and will move down the target line at impact. You'll be pleasantly surprised at the slight right-to-left draw you will get on your shots."
tion. In recent years, research conducted by the PGA, National Golf Foundation, Executive Women's Golf Association, and other groups indicates an increase in the number of women playing golf and an increase in the amount of money they spend on
the game, merchandise and lessons. In fact, this research shows that women represent the most significant opportunity for growth in the industry. Golf not only presents a way for women to use golf to their advantage in the business world, but many women are finding that golf outings are the perfect way to spend social time with their girlfriends, too. Whether it's just for a weekend or a week, women are breaking away from the hectic pace of jobs and families and recharging their batteries with golf-centered getaways with their girlfriends. The concept of women-only golf getaways began in 1960, when Peggy Kirk Bell and Ellen Griffin established the Pine Needles Ladies Only Golfari in North Carolina (so-named because it is "a safari of golf"). Bell wanted to attract more women to the game. Since then many other enterprising organizations have catered to the female golf client, packaging time out on the green with ample shopping and opportunities to be pampered through spa services. And these getaways can occur all around the world. Women can stay close to home and play a few holes coast-to-coast, from Califor-
nia to South Carolina. Or they can venture overseas and tour the courses of Europe --it all depends on the package and the price de-
sired. Talk to a travel agent about what courses and clubs offer women's golf getaway packages.
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Explore the Health Benefits of Golf (MS) -- Some people bill golf as the "lazy man's sport." Absent of running, catching, or throwing as is par for the course with many other popular sports, it's easy to see why it would be perceived in that way. But playing a round of golf can actually be very good exercise. So if you need any other excuse to hit the links, going with the health benefits of golf is that something can't be refuted. One of the primary benefits of golf is the fact that if you forego the golf cart to travel from hole to hole, you're actually walking several miles around the course. Playing 18 holes of golf can involve traversing 3 to 5 miles. And as any avid golfer knows, most courses have a varied topography, meaning you could be climbing uphill
and downhill, working several muscles in the process. Walking is a low-impact cardiovascular activity that gets the heart pumping. Many doctors advise walking over jogging because it isn't jarring on the knees and feet. Walking is often an important part of a workout routine and can promote weight loss and a healthier heart. For golfers who do not have a caddy, carrying a bag full of clubs adds some resistance while walking. Research has indicated that playing a round of golf has the same health benefits of a full 45minute fitness class. It will burn fat and also improve your good
cholesterol levels. Some estimates suggest that playing a round of golf and carrying your clubs can burn over 400 calories, while walking with a pull cart can burn over 300 calories. Swinging clubs and putting are also physical workouts. Repetition can help tone muscles in the arms, back and shoulders. It may also improve flexibility and range of motion. Golf also helps to strengthen hand-eye coordination and balance. It can be a great way for older players to remain spry and active in a low-impact way. Apart from the apparent physical benefits, playing golf also has some mental health benefits as
well. Simply being outdoors on a beautiful day can boost a person's spirits. Provided you're not caught up with the competition aspect and gunning to win, golf can also be a relaxing endeavor that helps stress melt away. There's also the camaraderie of golf: spending time with friends and other players and engaging in conversation. Golf has many benefits, and despite not being as high-energy as baseball or football, for example, it still remains a sport that can prove beneficial to your health.
Find the Right Golf Clubs Golf is a game of subtleties. A slight rotation during a swing of a degree or two can mean the difference between hitting the green and landing in the bunker. Those same subtleties are no more apparent than in a set of golf clubs. With continued advancements in club technology, it is possible to see a difference in your game as a result of new clubs, whether you desire increased power, accuracy or forgiveness. But if there are flaws in your swing, new clubs will not make them disappear. Clubs can only improve on what's already there. You don't have to go out and
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purchase the most expensive set of clubs -- concentrate on getting the right set. Selecting golf clubs that are the correct size is the first step. Unless you stand over 6 feet or under 5 feet, standardsize clubs should be correct for most men and women. Men's clubs are generally 1 inch taller per club. The shaft is the next essential consideration. Today's shafts are usually composed of steel or graphite. Steel shafts are more durable and generally less expensive than graphite. They offer more control but require a faster swing to generate distance.
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Graphite is popular because of its light feel. However, ball control is sacrificed by the increased power generated from the swing. Shaft stiffness is also a factor. You will find a range of flexibility, from extra-stiff to shafts for seniors with more "bend" to them. Beginners and players with less powerful swings will find a flexible shaft more effective, while players with powerful swings will gain more control with a stiffer club shaft. Loft is another term you will come across in your search. It refers to the height the ball will achieve in flight. Inexperienced players are generally encouraged to choose clubs with more loft as they are more forgiving on less accurate swings. Driver designs have recently reached the United States Golf Association's (USGA) limits for size and length. In the case of such drivers, bigger seems to be better. A bigger club head generates more speed through the swing and can offer a larger sweet spot and more forgiveness. Irons also offer a variety of styles and options, broken down first into two categories: cast irons or forged irons. Cast iron heads are recommended for beginners. They provide a larger sweet spot and are more forgiving on accuracy. Forged irons feature a head with a flat, weighted back. This higher center of gravity (CG) means a more concentrated sweet spot and more control for experienced players. If you're in the market for new clubs, remember that what's right for one player may not be right for another. Club fitting with the help of a professional is a good place to start. A pro will analyze every facet of your game and help you determine which equipment is right for you.
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Experience Illinois Wine Country Northern Region August Hill Winery 106 Mill Street, Utica, IL 61373 815-667-5211 www.augusthillwinery.com Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant 15690 S. Harlem Avenue, Orland Park, IL 60462 708-633-0200 www.coopershawkwinery.com Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant, Sparkling Wine Facility 510 Village Center Drive, Burr Ridge, IL 60527 630-887-0123 www.coopershawkwinery.com Fox Valley Winery The Faltz Family 5600 Route 34, Oswego, IL 60543 630-554-0404
www.foxvalleywinery.com Fox Valley Winery Second Location: 120 S. Main Street, Sandwich, IL 60548 815-786-3124 www.foxvalleywinery.com Fox Valley Winery Third Location: Tasting Room 33 S. Third Street, Geneva, IL 60134 630-845-0404 www.foxvalleywinery.com Galena Cellars Vineyard & Winery 515 South Main Street, Galena, IL 61036 800-397-WINE or 815-777-3330 www.galenacellars.com
Valentino Vineyards & Winery 5175 Aptakisic Road, Long Grove, IL 60047 847-634-2831 www.valentinovineyards.com
& Winery Second Location: 477 S. 3rd Street, Geneva, IL 61034 630-232-WINE www.galenacellars.com Glunz Family Winery & Cellars 888 East Belvidere Road, Suite #211 & 107, Grayslake, IL 60030 847-548-WINE www.gfwc.com
Lavender Crest Winery 5401 U.S. Highway 6, Colona, Illinois 309-949-2565 www.lavendercrest.com Lynfred Winery 15 South Roselle Road, Roselle, IL 60172 630-529-WINE 888-298-WINE www.lynfredwinery.com
Prairie State Winery 217 West Main Street, Genoa, IL 60135 815-784-4540 www.prairiestatewinery.com
Glunz Family Winery & Cellar Second Location: 221 Robert Parker Coffin Road, Long Grove, IL 60047 847-634-WINE www.gfwc.com
Lynfred Winery Tasting deVine 127 West Front Street, Wheaton, IL 630-752-WINE www.lynfredwinery.com
Rocky Waters Vineyard & Winery 2300 West Hanover Road, Hanover, IL 61041 815-591-9706 www.rockywatersvineyard.com
Illinois River Winery 723 South Clark Street, Utica, IL 61373 815-667-4012 www.illinoisriverwinery.com
Lynfred Winery Tasting deVine Cellars 21 West Jefferson, Naperville, IL 630-420-WINE www.lynfredwinery.com
Sycamore Winery 322 West State Street, Sycamore, IL 60178 815-899-2920 www.sycamorewinery.com
Wild Blossom Meadery & Winery 10033 South Western Avenue, Chicago, IL 60643 773-233-7579 www.wildblossommeadery.com
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Baxter's Vineyards 2010 E. Parley St. P.O. Box 342 Nauvoo, IL 62354 (217) 453-2528 www.nauvoowinery.com
Hill Prairie Winery 23753 Lounsberry Rd. Oakford, IL 62673 (217) 635-9900 www.hillprairiewinery.com Indian Creek Vineyard R.R. 2, Box 133 Toulon, IL 61483 (309) 286-5302 www.indiancreekvineyard.com
Mackinaw Valley Vineyard 33633 State Route 9 Mackinaw, IL 61755 (309) 359-WINE mackinawvalleyvineyard.com
Furrow Vineyard 1131 State Route 251 El Paso, IL 61738 (309) 527-8200
Kickapoo Creek Winery, Inc. 6605 N. Smith Rd. Edwards, IL 61528 (309) 495-WINE
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Massbach Ridge Winery 8844 South Massbach Road, Elizabeth, IL 61028 815-291-6700 www.massbachridge.com
The Village Vintner Winery 2273 Randall Road, Carpentersville, IL 60110 847-844-4900 www.thevillagevintner.com Waterman Winery and Vineyards (formerly: Stiengtunt Vineyards & Winery) 11582 Waterman Road, Waterman, IL 60556 815-264-3268 www.sunsetwines.net
Central Region Alto Vineyards 4210 N. Duncan Rd. Champaign, IL 61821 (217) 356-4784 www.altovineyards.net
Sleepy Creek Vineyards 8254 E 1425 North Rd. Fairmount, IL 61841 (217) 733-0330 www.sleepycreekvineyards.com Spirit Knob Winery 2213 E. 640th Pl. Ursa, IL 62376
Vintages Tasting Room & Wine Garden 57 S. Seminary Street Galesburg, IL 61401 (309) 335-2744 www.vintagestaste.com Willett's Winery & Cellar 105 E. Market Street Manito IL 61546 (309) 968-7070 www.willettswinery.com
South Central Region Berryville Vineyards 1910 N. Prairieton Rd. Claremont, IL 62421 (618) 456-2335 www.berryvillevineyards.com Cameo Vineyards 400 Mill Rd. Greenup, IL 62428 (217) 923-9963 www.cameowine.com Collver Family Winery 2 Rooster Way Barry, IL 62312 (217) 335-3279 www.collverfamilywinery.com Crooked Creek Winery 24585 W 10th St. Centralia, IL 62801 (618) 495-2161 www.crookedcreekwinery.com Forsee Vineyard & Winery 18165 N. 4th St.
Coffeen, IL 62017 (217) 534-6347 www.forseevineyards.com Fox Creek Vineyards 5502 N. Fox Rd. Olney, IL 62450 (618) 392-0418 www.foxcreekwinery.com Grafton Winery 300 West Main Grafton, IL 62037 Hopewell Winery 19048 US Hwy 54 Rockport, IL 62370 (217) 285-2759 www.hopewellwinery.com Lasata Winery R.R. 2, Box 64B Lawrenceville, IL 62439 (618) 884-1200 www.lasatawines.com
Mary Michelle Winery & Vineyard, LLC R.R. 2, Box 7A Carrollton, IL 62016 (217) 942-6250 Niemerg Family Winery 301 South Main Street Findlay, IL 62534 (217) 756-5521 Orchard View Winery 307 2nd Street Alma, IL 62807 (618) 547-9911 www.orchardviewwinery.com Piasa Winery & Gift Shop 211 W. Main Street Grafton, IL 62037 (618) 786-WINE Pioneer Winery 300 S. Main St. Palestine, IL 62451 (618) 586-2921
Ridge View Winery R.R. #4, Box 98 Mt. Sterling, IL 62353 (217) 289-3300 www.pioneer-winery.com
Ridge View Winery R.R. #4, Box 98 Mt. Sterling, IL 62353 (217) 289-3300 www.ridgeviewwinery.com Springer's Creek Winery 817 Hillsboro Ave. Edwardsville, IL 62025 (618) 656-0815 Uva Winery 24847 405th Street Pittsfield, IL 62363 (217) 285-9849 www.midwestvineyard.com
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Classic Beverages Popular Once Again
(MS) -- Trends of the past often regain popularity in modern days. This is now occuring in home entertaining. Certain drinks that may have fallen out of favor are experiencing a rebirth at cocktail parties and other occasions across the country -- particularly during this season, where entertaining is at its most popular. At the forefront of this drink revitalization is the elegant Italian liqueur Fernet-Branca. Created in 1845 from 27 herbs and spices, this beverage is an aromatic spirit that settles the stomach and refreshes the palate, and has long been used as a "digestivo." What many do not realize is that, when mixed with other beverages or even enjoyed neat, Fernet-Branca creates a number of popular cocktails. For example, the best kept secret of bartenders on the West Coast of the U.S. is the "Italian Sidecar," the hottest trend right now in San Francisco. The recipe is simple: a shot of Fernet-Branca followed by a ginger ale chaser. There are other classic drink recipes you can serve at your party or gatherings. Here are a few that are the perfect complement to food and fun. * Daiquiris: Daiquiris are a Cuban-based family of cocktails whose main ingredients are rum and lime juice. While the variations are many dependent upon added ingredients, drink aficionados credit the "Daiquiri Floridita," as the most famous version. In fact, the frozen daiquiris common in the southern half of the coun-
try aren't considered true daiquiris to purists. * Sangria: Festivities that are awash in Latin culture have gained popularity in recent years as lively events perfect for social occasions. In addition to spicy, savory menu items, sangria -- a wine- and fruit-infused drink synonymous with Spain and festive events, is often served. * Liqueurs: Liqueurs are versatile in the way that they can oftentimes be enjoyed on their own or enhance other beverages when mixed. They are also appropriate at a wide variety of occasions, from informal get-togethers to dessert or cocktail parties. Classic Sangria
1 bottle red wine (Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Rioja, Zinfandel, Shiraz) 1 lemon cut into wedges 1 orange cut into wedges 2 tablespoons sugar 1 shot brandy 2 cups club soda or ginger ale Pour wine into a pitcher and squeeze the juice wedges from the lemon and orange into the wine. Toss in the fruit wedges (leaving out seeds if possible) and add sugar and brandy. Chill overnight. Add ginger ale or club soda just before serving. To make and serve immediately, simply substitute pre-chilled wine in the mix. Daiquiri Floridita
1.5 ounces light-dry rum 1 lime, juiced 1 teaspoon sugar Crushed ice 10 drops of Maraschino liqueur
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Eat, Drink and Be Healthy How Moderate Alcohol Use Can be Good for You
Mix all the ingredients in a blender until ice is finely crushed (MS) -- You may have heard and serve iced. that moderate drinking can fit Fernet-Branca and Cola into a sensible health plan. It may 1 part Fernet-Branca be benefical in reducing or pre4 parts cola Place ice in a glass and add venting certain conditions, such Fernet-Branca followed by the as diabetes, stress, depression, poor cognition, and heart ailcola. ments such as hypertension, peBrancamenta and Sprite ripheral artery disease, and high 1 part Brancamenta 4 parts Sprite or other lemon-lime blood pressure. Drinking may also help prevent aging effects. beverage Part of the reason is due to alcoServe over ice. Garnish with hol, offers Dr. Mehmet Oz, and lemon. most of the reason is the resveratrol that's found in grape skins, and thus red wines. Some also surmise that moderate alcohol can fend off the common cold. However, too much alcohol can put you at risk for adverse health consequences. Your Choice of: Moderate drinking is defined White Zinfandel • Merlot as one to two drinks per day, deLambrusco • Chablis pending upon sex and age. Women and individuals older than 65 should limit alcohol to 1020 Lakeland Blvd, Mattoon one drink per day. A drink is 12 258-6066 ounces of beer, 5 ounces of wine, or 1.5 ounces of 80 proof distilled
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spirits. Saving up your daily alcohol allowances and indulging on a Saturday night is not healthy. Too much alcohol can contribute to liver problems, impaired judgement, thoughts of suicide, and a host of other problems. The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) reports that moderate drinkers have the greatest longevity. Drinking may be most beneficial to the heart. It reduces heart disease risk by 40 to 60 percent. This is important because cardiovascular disease is the No. 1 cause of death in the United States, and heart disease kills about one million Americans each and every year. The best-known effect of alcohol is a small increase in HDL cholesterol. Other properties present may prevent inflammation of arteries, promoting better blood flow. Alcoholic beverages may prevent platelets in the blood from sticking together. That may reduce clot formation and reduce
the risk of heart attack or stroke. Always consult with a doctor before modifying your diet for health purposes. Alcohol may interact with some prescriptions you are taking and may not be adviseable for everyone, including pregnant women.
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Ditch the cubes-o-cheddar and build yourself a cheese platter to be proud of
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By MICHELE KAYAL For The Associated Press Amid the canapes and delicate phyllo fingers hosts feel obligated to conjure during the holidays, a cheese platter may seem like a cop-out. After all, you didn't make it. But a well constructed cheese board is a sure way to please your guests and show off your food savvy. Start by not getting carried away. Choose a variety of cheeses that offer contrasting tastes, textures and colors. For instance, try a soft goat cheese, a hard sheep's milk cheese, a semi-soft washedrind cheese and a creamy blue. And limit the platter to a maximum of six cheeses (three or four is optimal). Any more than that, cheese gurus say, confuses the palate and makes matching a wine difficult. "You want some soft things, some hard things, maybe a blue, maybe a stinky, and at least two milk types, between cow, goat and sheep," says Liz Thorpe, vice president of Murray's Cheese and author of "The Cheese Chronicles." Thorpe's knockout combinations would match a hard, saltier cheese such as Parmigiano-Reggiano or a nutty, well-aged Gouda, with a "bloomy rind" _ those soft, melting tallegios and Camemberts _ and one slightly less accessible cheese, for instance, a classic English Stilton. For good measure, you could throw in a Spanish manchego, made of sheep's milk, or one of its goatmilk cousins, such as the Drunken Goat, a hard, mild, wine-washed cheese. Fiona Beckett, author of the cheese guide and cookbook "Cheese Course," also recommends playing with different themes. Try creating an entire cheese board using cheeses from a particular country. Or showcasing different styles of one type of cheese, for instance, creating a platter of blues like Gorgonzola Dolce, Shropshire Blue and Roquefort. Cheese can be expensive, but your platter doesn't have to break the bank. Thorpe recommends buying 1 ounce per person per cheese. So eight guests would require eight ounces of each cheese. Complement the cheese with two or three high-quality nibbles. Dried cherries brighten up those bloomy rinds, Thorpe says, and marcona (Spanish) almonds highlight the butterscotch tones in aged Gouda.
Sheep cheeses go nicely with quince paste, and the sugar in dried figs bounces off the blues. Stick with mildly flavored noshes; no fiery chorizo or heavily smoked fish. Instead try gently smoked salmon, sweet sopressata, pickled or grilled vegetables, olives, cornichons, apples and pears. Keep your bread or crackers simple. And show off all your good work by picking the right wine. Steer clear of the big reds, which can overwhelm the cheese, says Marnie Old, author of "Wine Secrets." Reach instead for white wines that are dry, un-oaked and medium-bodied _ sauvignon blanc, pinot grigio, Spanish al-
barino, Austrian gruner veltliner or dry, bracing Australian riesling. Their higher acidity complements elements like salt and fat. "They are the workhorses of wine," says Old, who also is the former director of wine studies at New York's French Culinary Institute. "They lift up the flavors and the brightness." But the wines come with one caveat: Don't put anything sugary on your platter, such as honey or compote. If the wines complement the salt in the cheese, they will rebel against sugar. "It's a toothpaste and orange juice thing," Old says.
Pairing Wine & Cheese By pairing your wine selections with cheeses, you will be able to experience the subtle flavor enhancements offered by mellowing the palate with favorable wine/cheese combinations. Recommended White Wine and Cheese Pairings: Gewurztraminer & Swiss Riesling & Gouda Chardonnay & Baked Brie Recommended Red Wines and Cheese Pairings: Italian Chianti & Gruyere Zinfandel & Muenster Cabernet Sauvignon & Blue Cheese Dessert Wine Recommendation: Muscat with Cheesecake
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