New York Winemakers Champion Cab Franc

From the South Fork Somm: A new wine movement called Cab Franc Forward is taking hold in New York. Co-founded by two Long Islanders, Gabriella Macari and Max Rohn, its mission is to make great wine while declaring cabernet franc the state’s premier grape.

By Alison Morris Roslyn

News for Foodies

Silver Spoon Specialties in East Hampton has four workshops coming up, on grazing, making fresh mozzarella, hors d’oeuvres, and Italian cuisine.

By Mark Segal

Seasons by the Sea: Be Mine Tonight

We tend to think of Valentine’s meals as an indulgence, perhaps an elaborate recipe, some expensive and rich ingredients, all topped off with a gooey, chocolaty dessert. Ca­vi­ar, champagne, steak with béarnaise sauce, oof! Why not forgo the wallet-busting, diet-destroying, and libido-dampening meals of the past and try some of the foods that do have the potential to put you in the mood for love.

By Laura Donnelly