The County Cork

It's always great to try new places. The County Cork is a new Wine Pub offering full service wine and liquor bar with an up scale menu tucked in between the farms of Carroll County.  Although the walls are a little naked (and would R & R Fine Art Photography could clothe them well) the furniture and other decor are close to achieving a high end wine atmosphere. However, the feel is just a bit confusing between pub-like and high end wine bar, but perhaps that's what the owners attempt to achieve a blended pub feel with a classy wine atmosphere.

The waitstaff was quite knowledgeable with the wine and food menu. It was a nice touch to pour water from a wine bottle which keep my interest while I was waiting for my water to turn into wine!

We selected the Padrillo Malbec  from the quite small wine list, but it was an excellent choice.  The Stuffed Pepper, only one served but was plenty.  Cook spinach on side was awesome and I was able to eat the mushrooms, a good sign for a mushroom hater! The ahi tacos were average and the date filling was less than desirable.

We had to finish with a  dessert, the waitstaff wasn't even sure they had, Chocolate cake super  chocolaty - super rich. It was a slow eat and well followed with a glass of Red Guitar.

Overall The County Cork is off to a good start, however, we'd like to see a bit more maturity in both the food and the ambiance.  While we are waiting for a more polished dinner experience we'll check in once in awhile to have a glass of wine and appetizer to watch them grow!

Meet the Artist @ Running Hare Vineyard - 11/7/10

Stop by and visit us at Running Hare Vineyard next Sunday from Noon-Six PM. Get your Christmas gift early, no fuss, no wait while you enjoy live music, wine and eye candy along the fall vineyard!

For more information call 305.924.0171, email info@randrphotos.net or Barb at Running Hare Vineyard, barb@runningharevineyard.com!

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Logo Shirts

High fashion has arrived. R & R Fine Art Photography now wears logo branded shirts! More styles coming soon.....

They are a great fit and perfect customization for picky customers! Yes, that would be me. I like my shirts to fit just right.

And our friends at Indian Creek Embroidery took perfect care of us...with excellent service I might add....consider your next branded clothing with them!

Maryland Pizza & Maryland Wine

Since 1955, Ledo's Pizza, a University of Maryland favorite, (Go Terps!) crafted a unique pizza with special homemade sauce, extra provolone cheese on thin, square/rectangle crust. I know because I use to make them!
Ledo's Pizza still maintains a local Maryland flavor which makes for an excellent match with some local Maryland red wines! This pizza pairs well with Serpent Ridge's Basilisk, Running Hare's Shiraz, or Black Ankle's Passeggiata. If you are a California fan try this great budget red, Tisdale Shiraz. Always enjoy with friends.

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So, how does one drink a sparkling red?

We received this as a gift from a winemaker friend whose own sparkling red is underway. So in anticipation of his, he offered up this Australian Sparkling red to float on.

It begins with a POP! Pours with a subtle foam even softer than the sea into one red wine glass and one champagne flute, because we really weren’t sure how to drink it.

Per our son’s request the big red buoy earned first honors, swirling like a red with short stubby legs, driftwood and a traveling steam trunk. The trailing bubbles rose to the crest of mouth quickly followed by licorice and leather.

But, the champagne flute took a different route leading us closer to port with little foam at the dock. The steam truck, leather and licorice held tight. With the first swallow, it was clear, red right returning to the big wine glass!

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The Perfect PA Wine for Fall - Tasting Notes

A perfect Fall wine...

To help get in the Fall mood try a little Alpine White by Sand Castle Winery, Erwinna, PA.

Serve it up hot with a little cinnamon spice, grab a seat by the fire pit, a throw blanket and enjoy. Pairs nicely with a good book or great company, as long as you share.

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"Glow"-Best Release To Date!

Shortly after the wine makers approval and it's debut at Running Hare Vineyard (three weeks to be exact) "Glow" one of our newest releases, became popular. Five of this limited edition to twenty Giclee on Canvas found permanent homes. Perhaps your home is next!

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