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Lenten seafood

The Basics of Lent and Food

The Rules Can Be Confusing, But Your Palate Doesn't Have to Suffer! Lent is an…

Foodie Fodder, News
PAN SEARED FILET

4 Dishes that Will Knock their Socks off On Valentine’s Day

Skip the Loud and Busy Restaurant Scene for a Romantic Meal at Home By Chef…

News
Baily's Strawberry and Cream

3 Adult Treats for Valentine’s Day

Valentine’s Day is the celebration of love and affection, and it’s always very romantic to…

Beverages, News
Game day Snacks

6 Fresh Takes on Game Day Snacks.

Skip the Same Old Same Old and Wow Your Guests With These Non-traditional Switch UPS…

Entertaining, News, Recipography
The soups of Nino Salvaggio International Marketplace

Our Homemade Soups Are the Perfect Remedy for These Cold Winter Days

Warm Up With Hearty Soups From Our Award-Winning Culinary Team The holidays are past us…

Foodie Fodder, News, Products & Ingredients
Chocolate Truffles

Chocolate Truffles

Paraphrasing Shakespeare, “A truffle by any other name, would still taste as sweet.” In this…

News, Recipography
Yellow Label Veuve Clicquot Champagne Brut

3 Suggestions for a Sparkling New Year’s Eve

So… Christmas is over, and the New Year is right around the corner. What can…

Beverages, News
Woodinville straight bourbon

Introducing One of the World’s Top Small-Batch Bourbons

[caption id="attachment_125362" align="aligncenter" width="1439"] The beauty and quality of Woodinville Whiskey single-barrel private select bourbon.[/caption]…

Beverages, News
Nino Salvaggio Christmas gifts and decor

Holiday Gifts Made Easy

Here's 3 Gift Ideas to Make Your Season of Giving a Breeze The Christmas season…

News
grasshopper pie

Chocolate and Mint: Perfect Holiday Partners

There are over 30 varieties of mint, but the two most common used in the…

News, Recipography
fingerling potatoes

Potato Sides

We often preach about not straying too far from tradition when it comes to feeding…

News
crock pot

Crock Pot Holiday Appetizers

Before we share a few new ideas for you to try, let us offer a…

News, Recipography
sloppy joes

Tailgating Revisited

For all of you who tailgate without firing up a grill, you’re kind of ahead…

News
washing fruit

Best Practices for Handling and Washing Fruits and Veggies

Produce has its own best handling and washing practices that you should know to safeguard…

News
pizza

Nino’s Take ‘n Bake Pizza

Nino’s Take & Bake Pizzas are handcrafted with the finest ingredients.  Our dough is made…

News
Nutella

Make Your Own Version of Nutella

  What is it about Nutella? For those of you not Nutella savvy (Italian pronunciation:…

News, Recipography
Waldorf Apple Salad

Apple Salads

Of course, the most popular way to enjoy apples is to eat them out of…

News, Recipography
lobster on grill

Shellfish On The Grill

While your grill may have come with unpacking instructions and a user manual, we're pretty…

News

Italian Festival 2022

The Italian American Cultural Society (IACS) is proud to present Festa Italiana at Freedom Hill…

News
brownies

Fabulous Chocolate Brownie Recipe!

When it comes to chocolate, we have our personal favorites, least of which are the…

News, Recipography
BBQ grilling season

Tune Up Tips and Advice for BBQ and Grilling

Let us share a few tips to get your season started off right for this…

News

Great Mother’s Day Dessert

One of the tastiest and most elegant strawberry recipes you can make at home is…

News, Recipography
Roasted fingerling potatoes

Gourmet Potato Recipes

Super Potato recipes are those special potato recipes that really bring the potato out of…

News, Recipography
fettuccine alfredo

Classic Fettuccine Alfredo

It appears that in the late 1920s, movie stars Douglas Fairbanks Sr. and Mary Pickford…

News, Recipography
Hummus

Amazing Hummus Recipes

  Not that long ago, if you loved hummus, you’d probably only find it in…

News
porkchops

Momma’s Pork Chops

  Unlike some of my Chef brethren, I’ve never professed to have been born to…

News

More “Cluck” for Your “Buck” Returns!

Get em’ while they’re hot! And for $7.99 ea., Nino’s ever popular Oven Roasted Chickens…

News, Recipography
meatloaf

Makin’ Meatloaf

I must be on a nostalgia kick this month but nonetheless, after finishing my earlier…

News
chili dip

Meaty Entrée Dips

Dips. You know. That creamy snack. The one surrounded by a platter of chips or…

News, Recipography
french onion soup

Amazing French Onion Soup

There are few soups in the world as famous as French Onion Soup a.k.a. Soupe…

News, Recipography
beef

Beyond Stew, Braising Made Delicious!

Whether you call it stew or pot roast, the method used to cook this delicious…

News, Recipography
champagne

It’s NYE!! So, What Foods Go GREAT With Champagne?

You’ve got the Bubbly. So now what? What foods go great with Champagne? Whether Champagne…

Beverages, Entertaining, News
holiday baking

Baking for the Holidays

If you enjoy baking, and especially if you enjoy sharing your baking expertise, then the…

News, Recipography
Thanksgiving Dinner

Turkey Timeline, Part 3

  Prepping the Week Before Will Make Turkey Day a Breeze Welcome back to Part…

News, Tips & Guides
turkey dinneer

Turkey Time Line, Part 2

Last week, (November 3rd), I began what will be a 5-part Blog series focusing on…

Foodie Fodder, News, Tips & Guides
baked brie

Baked Brie

Brie cheese is one of the most decadent cheeses going and an especially versatile choice…

News, Recipography
stuffed peppers

Stuffed Peppers

Like so many recipes, Baked Stuffed Peppers is a dish that you’ve probably learned to…

News, Recipography
chicken caesar wrap

Healthy Sandwiches

September is Back to School Month and as the kids get smarter, so should your…

News

Ice Cream Worth Screaming About

Some of my blogs are written about recipe shortcuts, time-saving tips, or quick-and-easy tricks. This…

News

Delicious Flour Tortilla Recipes

It’s hard to say how it happens; it just does. Sometimes foods and their ingredients…

News

Building Better Burgers at Nino’s

Those who know me well know that I’d pretty much sacrifice a great meal out…

News

Proactive Measures

TO OUR VALUED CUSTOMERS For 40 years, we have been honored that you have trusted…

News

A Clean and Safe Environment

Dear Friends and Valued Customers, We care deeply about your health and well-being, and remain…

News

Italian-Inspired Desserts

Italian desserts, at least the most popular ones, have many common ingredient groups and flavors.…

News

It’s Game Time!

Yes, it happens once a year but the anticipation is year long and as the…

News

Super Sunday 2020

It’s almost here! Super Bowl LIV that is, to be held at The Hard Rock…

News

Shrimp Dips

Shrimp is synonymous with holiday entertaining and buffet spreads. If you can afford them, it’s…

News

3 Nuts, 3 Recipes, 3 Cookies

The winter holiday season is full of traditions. Among those I enjoy the most is…

News

French Toast Casserole for the Holidays

As a chef, no matter how wonderful your menu reads, how great the food is…

News

Lobster & Crab Cooking Tips

Holidays are a time to splurge! Not only with presents and parties but with sweet…

News

Alternative Stuffing Recipes

I’ve often blogged about the holidays, covering everything from appetizers to desserts. I’m not alone.…

News

Nino’s celebrates 40 years with exciting customer giveaway

Show Your Love for a chance to win a $200 grocery gift card! At Nino’s,…

News

Happiness Is Warm Gingerbread

Gingerbread. Why something so delicious is relegated to a seasonal treat is beyond me because…

News

Turkey Timeline

As the years go by, more and more I rely on my tried-and-true recipes, notes,…

News

Halloween Treats

Many of us remember Halloween not so much for the decorations, the pumpkins, the donuts,…

News

How to Maximize the Nutrition of Your Produce

It probably goes without saying that fruits and vegetables are good for you in a…

News

Sack Lunches, Milk Money, & Me

Looking back, when it comes to anything culinary in my life, I’d have to say…

News

Mackinac Fudge

Whether you choose to spell it Mackinaw or Mackinac, this small island town has NEVER…

News

Make Your OWN Fresh Pitas at Home

I really enjoy bread. Take me to any restaurant with great bread, and I’m in…

News

Ricotta Cheese: Why Fresh Is Where It’s At

When it comes to cheese, there are a LOT of differences between them. Soft, semi-soft,…

News

Summer Peach Recipes

There’s just something about tree fruit. It makes people want to use it to describe…

News

Thai Inspired Summer Salads

Summer is salad’s go time. Everywhere you go, in every food court, restaurant, and at…

News

Watermelon Baskets

As we are all doing our part during these tough times by practicing social distancing…

News

Nino’s Northern Smoke Barbecue Sauces

As a Chef, it’s always a thrill to roll up my sleeves and create special…

News

Gourmet Mayonnaise

If you’re like most people in America, odds are you have a jar (or squeeze…

News

Organic Foods

You’ve heard the expression, “It’s like choosing between Apples and Oranges”. In the case of…

News

Nino’s Fresh Extracted Juices

One of the more popular health trends in recent years has been the movement towards…

News

Make Your Own Bakery Mixes

Bakery mixes are so convenient that it’s not uncommon to see a grocery store devote…

News

Easter Ham Left-Over Recipe Ideas

Important holiday dinners like Easter are occasions when you DEFINITELY don’t want to run out…

News

Easter Recipes

This Easter Sunday it’s time to think about just what you’re planning to cook for…

News

Some Egg-cellent Ideas

It’s a good thing eggs are probably THE most versatile food/ingredient on the planet. Besides…

News

The Amazing Avocado

Avocados, like tomatoes, are often lumped into the veggie category, when they’re actually fruits. And…

News

Michigan Farm to Freezer, A Profile

The owner of Michigan Farm to Freezer, Brandon Seng, grew up on a Christmas Tree…

News

Gnocchi: Pasta’s Misunderstood Relative

One of the dishes many of us grew up on is spaghetti. Actually, pasta is an…

News

Great 5 Ingredient Dinner Ideas

Once in a while, even chefs come home from work and don’t really want to…

News

Sweet Choices

Sugar is probably the most addictive (legal) substance known to man, an earthly product craved…

News

Amazing Roasting Tips

December’s definitely one of THE best months to prepare a roast for your family dinner.…

News

Treat Your Guests to Homemade Bar Snacks This Holiday Season

Okay, I’m a chef, but that doesn’t necessarily mean there wasn’t a time when I…

News

Our Top 10 Tailgating Rules

[caption id="attachment_121759" align="aligncenter" width="667"] Detroit Lions gameday tailgating! Photo: Tailgreeter Premium Tailgates.[/caption] Like Lucy to…

News

BBQ Wines

Summer is here, there are plenty of warm and late afternoons to gather around the…

News

Better Burgers, At Nino’s

While I love pizza, fried chicken, and a slab of BBQ ribs, nothing throughout the…

News

Cheese and Wine Pairing

You just got home from work, and it's time to relax! You've already chosen the…

News

Sangria Recipe

My first memories of sangria date back to the early 80s when I vacationed with…

News

Feta Cheese, France to Greece

One of the many advantages of working around so many professionals at Nino’s is learning…

News

Foil Pouch Grilling Tips

One hundred and twenty-eight years ago, U.S. Patent number 400,666 was granted for an efficient…

News

1 Cheesecake Recipe, 5 Additional Variations!

Surely, I can’t be all that different from everyone else. Growing up, whatever exposure I…

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Michigan Asparagus

One of the events I look forward to each spring is seeing the first of…

News

Sweet Endings, Dessert Wines

Well! The delicious and scrumptious dinner is over. If you’re anything like me, I always…

News

Home Roasted Chickens, Best Practices for Best Outcomes

Of all my favorite comfort foods I can honestly say that my favorite is a…

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Good Value Wines Under $15.00

Expensive wine can be amazing and it is nice to be able to bring out…

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2018 Lenten Recipe Package #2

We’re nearly halfway through the 2018 Lenten season, and with many more meals to plan…

News

Bananas… A Bunch of “Good Stuff”…

I have this habit of buying more bananas than I can eat. Actually, I don’t…

News

Nino’s International Taste Fest 2018

I am so excited to bring to you our 5th annual International Taste Fest! This…

News

Valentine’s Day Drinks

Valentine’s Day is a celebration of love and affection, and it’s always very romantic to…

News

Mardi Gras Cocktails

The biggest bar and street party in the US known as Mardi Gras is just…

News

Game Day Drinks That Can’t Lose

The football season is just about over, which means it’s time to celebrate the National…

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The 5 Healthiest Greens for Your Salads

Dressings aside, I think everyone can agree that salads are good for you. They provide…

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Hot, Hot Drinks for Cold, Cold Nights!

The cold winds of winter are here to stay for a while, but so is…

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New Year’s Culinary Resolutions

I don’t think I’ve ever, ever made a New Year’s resolution. Not once. Or maybe it was…

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Weight, Weight…Don’t Tell Me!

Perhaps you know your clothes have been fitting a bit tight lately, and maybe you’re…

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Holiday Hours for 2017

As the holidays are coming closer each day and you are rushing to get things…

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Done with leaves! Liquor, please!

I woke up this morning and opened the bedroom door to the sight of my…

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Wine Pairing With Your Favorite Takeout

It’s getting late. You just remembered you have ten things to do tonight after work.…

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Fall Liquor and Wine Beverages

It feels like the weather is turning the corner and fall might be here--finally! It…

News

Wine Cellar

wine cellar /ˈwīn ˌselər/ noun: 1. wine cellar;  plural wine cel·lars . a cellar in which…

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Fall Ciders

Can you believe it? Autumn is here! As I look outside my window, the leaves…

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Last-Minute Summer Desserts

Whether you’re simply exhausted from a summer full of activities, tired after shopping for back…

News

Labor Day Hours 2017

We hope you enjoy your Labor Day weekend with family and friends as summer comes…

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Pig Out! The Art of Grilling Pork

If you love to grill, chances are you’ve been enjoying beef steaks, chicken, hot dogs…

News

Fun Summer Wines!

Whew!!! Today was a hot one! Is it really the middle of August already? Where…

News

Great Recipes for Late-Summer Sweet Corn

August and early September are THE two best months to enjoy the best sweet corn…

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Sweet Corn

Michigan sweet corn is at its peak for sweetness in August and September. The corn…

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Nino’s Barrel Selections

Here at Nino’s, we always have something new to offer with our very own hand-picked…

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National Tequila Day

July 24th is National Tequila Day and its time to have the famous Tequila shot.…

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Potato Salads “Re-Visited”…

Potato Salads “Re-Visited”…If you enjoy potato salads you’re definitely not alone. All throughout the summer,…

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Glass Noodles

Glass Noodles are one of the coolest noodles going, an ingredient you owe it to…

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Fab Four For Fifty

Everybody remembers the original 'FAB FOUR' John, Paul, George and Ringo. Who's not a fan…

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Summer Dips

Whether you have a deck or a patio or are just enjoying a lazy summer…

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Four for the 4th!

It’s Independence Day, and it’s time to light up the fireworks and dress up in…

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Picnic Wines

When I think of Picnic time it makes me think of fresh air, sunshine, summer,…

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Nino’s Finds What’s NEW at the 2017 National Restaurant Show.

Chefs, restauranteurs and yes, even specialty gourmet food retailers like Nino’s all have one thing…

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Father’s Day 2017

It's Father's Day pretty soon! June 18th to be exact. And it's time to celebrate…

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Sushi 101

First, let’s get this out of the way. Not all sushi is raw fish. Ok,…

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Memorial Day Hours 2017!

We hope you will enjoy your Memorial Day weekend with your family and friends. Over…

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American Craft Beer Week

It’s finally here!  American Craft Beer Week!  A time to celebrate the culture and community…

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Drink Recipes for Cinco De Mayo

It's Cinco De Mayo, and it’s time to bring on the parties and parades and…

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Recipe Ideas for Nino’s Fresh Made Pasta Sheets

It’s no secret that Italian cuisine is one of, if not THE most, popular cuisine…

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Life isn’t always a Picnic…But when it is, make it a great one!

We’ve all seen the photo…. you know the one… A happy family is gathered on…

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2017 Easter Hours

We hope you will enjoy your Easter weekend with family and friends. As has been our…

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Easter Wine Pairings

It's hard to believe that Easter is just around the corner, and I feel like…

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Detroit Tigers Ticket Contest

We are excited to offer a contest to say thank you to our customers and celebrate…

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The Hamilton Hunt

Everyone sees a ten-dollar bill! Who is on it? Who is Alexander Hamilton, and why…

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Looking Forward to Summer with 3 NEW Barbecue Sauces from Nino’s!

While March 20th marked the first day of Spring on the calendar, I’ve been very…

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Winter Treats!

Wow, what a mild winter we have been having here in Michigan, right!? Well, it’s…

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St. Patrick’s Day Drinks

Happy St. Patrick's Day! Are you ready to party like the Irish?  No matter where…

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The Wine Glass and Its Influence

So, you've just filled up your wine rack with all your favorite wines from Nino's,…

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Recipes for This Year’s Lenten Season

I have been sharing my favorite recipes for you and your family to enjoy during…

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4th Annual International Weekend at Nino’s

Nino’s certainly is a “culinary resource” for our local communities and to celebrate both the…

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Warm Wines

Brrrrrrrrrr! It is sooo cold outside! Okay, I will admit it. I am such a…

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Fresh Ginger

The Truth About Ginger Root People have been using ginger root for thousands of years,…

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Drink Recipes For Super Sunday

It's time to celebrate the National Football League’s 51st Super Bowl Championship. I must admit…

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Home Shipped Gourmet Meals

More and more, you’re seeing ads and hearing the “office buzz” about home-delivered gourmet meals.…

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Tempranillo

I remember my mum cooking a roast of lamb for Sunday dinner and the delicious…

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Simple & Delicious Crock Pot Soups

Being that it’s National Soup Month and that my slow cooker recipes have become one…

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Scotch

My husband loves Scotch. He's probably what you’d call a Scotch fanatic, but Scotch has…

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Wines of Italy

I met my husband in Italy years ago in the city of Rimini, which is…

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Pete’s Top 10 Most Popular Blogs of 2016

In January of each year, you can count on 3 things. If you belong to…

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New Year’s Sparkling Review

Well 2016 is coming to a close and it's almost time for HAPPY NEW YEAR!…

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Crock Pot Potpourri Recipes

You hear it all the time but perhaps more often during the holidays than any…

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Winter Seasonal Beers

The holidays are getting closer and closer. I’ve just finished decorating the tree and putting…

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Brandy

Winter is here and it's getting really cold. One of the things I enjoy is…

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Red Bordeaux

I must admit that understanding about Red Bordeaux wine can be pretty intense. Before we…

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Thanksgiving Week Hours 2016

After busy days of shopping, planning, and preparation, Thanksgiving Day is a time to relax…

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Special Dietary Pumpkin Desserts for Thanksgiving

Hands down, the most iconic American holiday dinner meal is Thanksgiving. It’s a dinner feast…

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Syrah Verses Shiraz

This wine grape puts a smile on my face with every sip. It's full of…

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Persimmons

What is a persimmon you may ask? Persimmon means “fruit of the gods” in Greek…

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Restaurant Review: Grey Ghost

In a month when ghosts and Halloween revelers rule, October was the perfect time to…

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A Sweetest Day Treat

Okay, so what if it’s a concocted holiday created by a candy maker in Cleveland…

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Pumpkin Beers

Cheesecake, coffee, cookies, and even wine become pumpkin-flavored this time of year. The beer drinkers,…

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California Crush

I will never forget my trip to Napa Valley California, in early October of 2010…

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Oktoberfest 2016

Oktoberfest all started in 1810 in Munich (Bavaria), Germany, and marked the wedding of Crown…

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Kids Pumpkin Coloring Contest 2016

Crayons, Markers, Imagination – that’s all you need to have loads of fun with your…

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Coconuts at Nino’s

Coconuts are a powerhouse of nutrition. The water in it is extremely refreshing and the…

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Concord Grape Memories

Before the city of Livonia was the epicenter of Detroit’s western suburban sprawl in the…

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Ciders 2016

Can you believe it? Autumn is already here, and the leaves are slowly starting to…

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What are these “Miracle Noodles”?

What Are These Miracle Noodles? They’ve been called everything from “miracle noodles” to “skinny pasta.”…

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Specialty Produce of the Month: Horned Melon

Among the many specialty produce items we carry at Nino’s, there are some that look…

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Give me Grapes!

If you’re anything like me, you probably wish “good for you” food items tasted more…

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Tailgate Parties!!!

Tailgate Parties!!! Sometimes it seems that tailgating at sporting events is bigger than the games…

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Culinary Adventures on the Romantic Danube

Except for the fact that it isn’t blue, there were few disappointments when I recently…

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Has Your Grilling Stopped Being Thrilling?

If, by the end of August, you’ve had your “fill of the grill”... If your…

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Labor Day Fun

Labor Day marks the final days of summer. Boating season is officially over, school is…

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New Uses for That Old Crock Pot

Nearly everyone has heard of, or actually owns, a Crock Pot, especially if you’re over,…

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Cooking With Wine

I love to cook with wine because it helps enhance the flavor and aroma of…

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My Sake Experience

Sake is becoming more and more popular these days. It can be paired with a…

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August 2016 Liquor of the Month – Valentine Vodka

Valentine Vodka was awarded winner of the World’s Best Vodka from the 2016 World Vodka…

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Dried Herbs

Dried herbs can really bring out the flavor of your favorite foods. Crumble them over…

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When Life Gives You Lemons…

“When life gives you lemons …” How many times have you heard that? It’s as…

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MI Seasonal Fruits & Veggies

Berries, beans, and melons - Oh My! These are just a few of over 29…

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Easy Drinks for Hosting a Summer Get Together

Recently I hosted a picnic-like get together for a bunch of friends and their kids.…

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The Wine Glass and Its Influence on Taste

So you've just filled up your wine rack with all your favorite wines from Nino's,…

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Pete Hits the Craft Bourbon Trail

Bourbon is my drink. It’s also a hobby. Years ago, I knew I was fooling…

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Polenta, From Rags to Riches

“Please, Sir, I want some more,” states Oliver Twist in Charles Dickens’ classic. More what?…

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Summer Fun Wines

My goodness, are we really at the end of July? So much of the summer…

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Great Recipes for Late Summer Sweet Corn

August and early September are THE two best months to enjoy the best sweet corn…

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Mason Jar Meals

If you have a backyard garden, love farmer’s markets or just love cooking, no doubt…

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Classic Cocktails

The original classic cocktails are making a huge comeback. Mixologist from all over the country…

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Hard Sodas

Who would have thought that people would go crazy over an alcoholic root beer? Well,…

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A Dozen Things We Do At Nino’s…That You May Not Know About

If you’re a regular shopper at Nino’s, chances are you’ve already discovered we go the…

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The ULTIMATE Fried Bologna Sandwich

Sometimes, you take the simple things in life for granted. Maybe because they’re not fancy,…

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Mushrooms

Mushrooms are fungi that we gladly welcome in our refrigerators. From the Middle East to…

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Gin Around The World

Who doesn’t remember the famous line from Casablanca? “Of all the gin joints in all…

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Homemade Silly Putty® & Play Doh®

Maybe it was a bad idea. Leaving a kid alone with an overactive imagination and…

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Freeze Your OWN Fresh Vegetables

There’s nothing like the taste of fresh vegetables, but what if, like me, you’re single…

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Chicken and Wine Pairings

Isn't it obvious? Wine and food were meant for each other. Wine is the seasoning…

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S’Mores Chocolate Cream Pie

For starters, I’m not what you’d call a big pie guy. There just aren’t many…

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The Tomato: A Star Among Produce

To-may-toe or to-mah-toe? No matter how you pronounce it, the tomato is a star among…

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Oh Those Silly National Food Days

The first “official” U.S. holiday is believed to be our National Independence Day, July 4th,…

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WDIV’s 2016 Vote 4 The Best

WDIV has kicked off their Vote 4 The Best contest. The contest started on June…

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Father’s Day 2016

Father's Day is a very special day to celebrate fatherhood with a backyard barbeque or…

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New Fish at Nino’s

Over the past few months, you may have noticed that something fishy is going on…

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On About Onions

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The 2016 Spring Carmela Food Show

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Take a Walk on the Wild Side: Exotic Fruit at Nino’s

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Easter Wine Ideas

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Glam up Your Easter Dinner With a Crown Rack of Lamb

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Ice Wines

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Great Rice Cooking Technique

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3rd Annual International Weekend at Nino’s

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Cold Winter Nights by the Fire

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Pantry Makeover

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Valentines 4-R Troops, 2016

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Nino’s Fresh Rewards Program

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Eat More Beans: The Truth About Cooking With Beans

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Cold Brews & Mouthwatering Cocktails for the Game

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Restaurant Review: La Rondinella

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Chardonnay Around the World

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Vote For The Best 2016

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Hearty Soup Recipes for the New Year!

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Drinks For a Cold Winter Night

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New Year’s Sparkling Review – 2016

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Shellfish Pairings

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Fondue and You

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Stuff-A-Bus 2015

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Kitchen Gadget Gifts: 2015

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Nino’s Gifts of Good Taste 2015

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Different Types of Vodka

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Pete’s Spiced Rum Adventure

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Smoke Your Holiday Turkey This Thanksgiving

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Fresh Produce for the Holiday Season

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Michigan Distilleries

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Mabel Gray Restaurant Review

Ask any chef to describe what his or her ideal restaurant (to own) would be…

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I love Halloween! It is one of my favorite times of the year. It’s such…

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Chef Questions by Department

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Spanish Tapas: Barcelona to Bilbao

Sitting on the runway at Detroit Metro Airport, I, for the first time, began to…

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What Is Sous Vide Cooking?

You may have read it on a menu, heard about it from a friend or…

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Wines of Spain

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Around the World With Pinot Grigio

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Detroit Eater

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Nino’s Clinton Township Job Fair

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Autumn: Perfect Timing for Delicious Ciders

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There are so many interesting wine regions around the world and it is impossible to…

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Apple Cocktails

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Dishwasher Cuisine

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The Evolution of Beer

It's really amazing how much beer has evolved over the years. Thinking back to the…

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Brick Pressed Chicken

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Light Fare, Light Wine

Whew! Today was a hot one! After gardening in the boiling sun all day, who…

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Ever Tried Raclette Cheese?

As cheeses go, Raclette is rather unique. Made from cow’s milk, Raclette cheese is similar…

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Refreshing Fruit Cocktails: Summer in a Glass

 This is like heaven to me! I remember sitting on the white, sandy beach with…

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Melon Picking

One of the most commonly asked questions when I’m traveling our stores is one which…

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Discovering Riesling

Many years ago in my youth, before working in the wine business, my favorite alcoholic…

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Restaurant Review: Townhouse Restaurant

If someone took you to Detroit Metro Airport, put you on a plane, blindfolded you,…

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More Ice Cube Recipes

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S’Mores Brulee, a Reinvented Summer Treat

I realize I was pretty fortunate to go to summer camp. At least that’s what…

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Cobblestone Bread

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How to Buy Fresh Figs

If you have never had the pleasure of enjoying a fresh California fig, you’re truly…

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Seafood Sausage

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Restaurant Review: Steve & Rocky’s

You hear and read about it all the time now, not only in Detroit but…

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Kresge Lunch Counter Memories

I’m not THAT old but I am glad I’m old enough to remember the “dining”…

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Though I have many favorites in the store that are consistently good and I really…

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Homemade Puddin’…without a recipe

I think I may have mentioned that when I was a kid, I wasn’t much…

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Nino’s Charity Event

The Nino Salvaggio Charitable Foundation for Children in Need will host its seventh fundraiser on…

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Refreshing Summer Cocktails!

Holy smokes! We’ve had a few hot one’s lately, and rain or shine, it’s always…

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Italian Festival – Nino’s Charity Event

The Italian Festival will be taking place this weekend on July 17th-19th, 2015. Join us…

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Cookout!

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Peak Season for Produce

Now that the 4th of July has come and gone, it’s time to start thinking…

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Rich, Buttery Mascarpone

Mascarpone…rich, buttery mascarpone. Italians in Italy’s Lombardy region have known of this delicate, soft, double…

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WDIV Vote 4 The Best 2015

We would like to remind you that WDIV is currently holding its annual Vote 4…

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Fourth of July Cocktails

I love this time of year! The weather is hot and the drinks are cold.…

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This week, a bunch of my sorority sisters and friends from college are getting together…

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New Finds at This Year’s National Restaurant Show in Chicago

Part of my work here at Nino’s gives me an opportunity to attend food shows.…

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Mark Your Calendars

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Hunt For Good Beer

I’m amused by the fact that my specialty beer list contains a couple of father/son…

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One of the coolest things I get to do at Nino’s is create new food…

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Chartreuse Restaurant Review

As things begin to green up in our town, another green has sprouted in the…

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If You like Bacon, You’ll LOVE Pork Belly!

I wouldn’t say I’m a “Baco-holic,” but I DO like bacon…a lot. I’ve often said…

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Whiskey Cocktails

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As I sleepily stumbled into work after the long Memorial Day Weekend, my nose perked…

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Delmonico’s: A Steak and a Legend

I don’t think I could write anything about Delmonico’s that hasn’t been written by someone…

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Memorial Day Hours

We hope you will enjoy your Memorial Day weekend with your family and friends. All…

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What’s a Shandy?

I must admit, if I were to have seen someone pour half a pint of…

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Thrilling Grilling: JUST Ahead

We’ve already had a taste of the great summer weather that lies just ahead. Now…

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Charcuterie at Nino’s

When you think of an old-fashioned butcher shop, you might imagine bulky wood block tables,…

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Triple Nickel Restaurant and Bar

Admit it, there are times you just feel like some good ole American Tavern food……

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A Dozen Rosés

On sunny, warm days, as the spring rolls on with rollercoaster-like temperature variations, I find…

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I’m not exactly sure why, but spring and fall are the two times of the…

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Hail Caesar! King of Salads!

Caesar and I go WAY back… Actually, we were first introduced to each other in a…

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Fruits of Our Labor

This past Wednesday, the sun was high in the sky and beat down warm rays…

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Party Time at Nino’s!

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Summertime Fruits

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Easy Parmesan Cheese Tricks

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Spring Beers

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Eat Well, Be Well

On Thursday, April 9, from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Macomb County Health Department will…

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Wine Myths

Every day, I hear a new misguided rumor about wine. Just the other day, I…

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Easter Wines 2015

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Easter Hours

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Republic Restaurant Review

There’s been a lot of history in this building, yet there’s a lot still to…

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More Than a Hill of Beans

If you drive around Michigan’s farmlands this summer and notice acres upon acres of low-lying…

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St. Patty’s Day & Corned Beef Hash

Each year, Nino’s celebrates the Wearin’ of the Green with Emerald Aisles of traditional Irish…

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The Ultimate Stout Showdown

Over the years, I have enjoyed both Murphy’s and Guinness Stout on many different occasions,…

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Recipe Set # 2 for Lent 2015

I’m back with my second set of this year’s Nino’s delicious Lenten-inspired recipes. I hope…

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Meat Sale

The sale your freezer has been waiting for! Nino's famous Meat Sale is back. Starting…

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Love Bacon?

Beef tenderloin or New York strip steak, it isn’t. Nor is it a lamb chop…

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Washington Wine Month

Cold, damp, and overcast, March can be downright glum.  Everyone is so ready for spring…

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Did You Miss It?

As you know Chef Pete has been spending some time on air preparing mouthwatering recipes,…

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Cabbage Recipes

As St. Paddy’s Day approaches, I was thinking, of course, about corned beef, and that…

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Our Upcoming Events

  Chef Pete on Fox 2: February 27th, 2015 As we head into our 2nd…

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2nd Annual Nino’s International Taste Fest

Nino’s certainly is a “culinary resource” for our local communities and to celebrate both the…

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International Taste Fest Wine

Last year was our first-ever International Taste Fest, and it was an amazing success! We…

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Against The Tide

It’s the Lenten season and for many of us that means no meat on Fridays.…

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Metro Detroit’s Vegetarian Restaurant Scene

While having dinner at one of the newest entries in Detroit’s ever-growing restaurant scene, I…

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Antietam: Pete’s Restaurant Review

While its attractive art-deco-inspired brick, tile and wood exterior certainly sets itself apart from the…

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Lent Recipes

The winter holidays are over, football is a distant memory and spring is STILL many…

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The Perfect Grilled Cheese Sandwich

The perfect Grilled Cheese Sandwich is always a work in progress. We know that They…

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Winter Citrus Fruits

From late fall until early spring, we expect to see Winter Fruits featured prominently in…

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Valentines 4-R Troops

Nino’s is delighted and proud, for a second year to support local Girl Scouts in…

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Favorite Wines for Valentine’s Day

I am so excited that Valentine’s Day is on a Saturday this year. That’s right,…

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Gold Cash Gold: Pete’s Review

From 1976 to today, I don’t know how many times I’ve heard the word “renaissance”…

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A Love Story

Everyone is talking about the revitalization of Detroit, and it truly makes me excited about…

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Writer’s Block

While my spunky daughter Margaux naps, I like to utilize the time to write my…

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Top 10 Blogs of 2014

2014 was quite a year at Nino’s. Besides the upgrading of our store’s facilities, the…

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Chopsticks, Two by Two

Chopsticks, those pencil-like utensils that few westerners ever really master. I was thinking about these food…

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Nino’s Top Ten Party Planning FAQs

Any special event is more about the creation of memories than anything else. And with…

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Drink to Your Health!

They say an apple a day keeps the doctor away, but what about a glass…

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What Does a Somm Drink?

January is my birthday month and I plan to spoil myself with great wines! I…

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Nino’s Organic Produce

With each new year comes new opportunities. This year at Nino's is no different. One…

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If you shop at Nino’s on a regular basis, you’ve surely come across a refrigerated…

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Nino’s 2014 Holiday Hours

As the holidays are coming closer each day and you are rushing to get things…

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Lobsters In The Dark

It seemed innocent enough. I thought, what could be nicer than to spend a late fall…

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Shell Fish Wine Pairings

As far back as I can remember we have always had lobster for dinner on…

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2014 Sparkling Wine Review

Bubbles Bubbles Bubbles! Bubbles are always a good sign. Blown at weddings over the newlyweds, over-flowing…

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Opus One Recipes

It was so long ago that I can scarcely remember it happening. The 80s, that is.…

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Great Scotch

When I was 22 and working in a fine-wine shop, I was asked to work…

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How to Keep Your Knives Sharp

Nearly everyone has a set of serviceable kitchen knives. That is, if they’re sharp. And most…

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Help Us Complete Christmas Dinner

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Big Shots at (revolver)

You may have heard about the newest craze in dining called pop-ups. They’re the semi-clandestine,…

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Great Gifts

Choosing the perfect gift is always difficult, especially when it comes to someone who’s picky.…

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Phyllo Appetizers

It’s said that sometimes good things come in small packages. At least from a culinary perspective,…

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Breakfast Sausage

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Quality Wines That Won’t Break the Bank

Oh man, we’re swimming in it now. The holidays are here, and if you’re like…

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For the first year ever, we are hosting Thanksgiving dinner, which means I have to…

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Hearty Noodle Soups

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Roasting Chestnuts

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I’m not exactly sure of the day or the date, but at some point this…

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StyleLine Magazine Visits Chez Loren

A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away… Such it seemed as I reflected…

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Planning any event can be either stressful or successful. The more time you have and…

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Shelby Lions “Holiday Wine Tasting”

Nino’s is proud to be a sponsor of the upcoming Shelby Township Lions “Holiday Wine…

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Apples and Ciders

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Back in grade school (which admittedly goes back further than I care to admit), Mom…

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Annual Pumpkin Coloring Contest

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Every so often, someone brings up some dish in a conversation that has me running…

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I’m so very excited to announce that for the second year in a row, Nino…

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Do you enjoy working with great people? Do the sights and smells of a Nino’s…

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