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The Adirondack Chick

An adventure in food, wine, travel, cooking, the outdoors, DIY and entertaining
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I Need a Sunny Adirondack Fix

The Adirondack Chick ― I don't know what the weather is like where you are, but I'm in Manhattan today and it's cloudy, rainy and crummy -- which means, I need a sunny Adirondack fix.So, in case you need one, too here it is. Shot this Sunday morning, which was a gorgeous... (more)
 Michelle Maskaly ― Posted 17 days ago
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Gluten Free, Vegan Shake That Actually Tastes Good?!

Gluten Free, Vegan Shake That Actually Tastes Good?!

The Adirondack Chick ― For the past few weeks, this has been my go-to breakfast:It’s kind of surprising, because I typically hate shakes and smoothies. They remind me of milkshakes, which I’m not a fan of. But, plant-based Vega {now called Vega One and with a different... (more)
 Michelle Maskaly ― Posted 18 days ago
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Cooking Fail: Kale Chips Take 2

Cooking Fail: Kale Chips Take 2

The Adirondack Chick ― Despite growing kale last year at both my house and my Dad's in New Jersey, I really wasn't a fan. It thought it was bitter and gross and just ick! But, the more I read about the health benefits of the vegetable, I was determined to make myself like... (more)
 Michelle Maskaly ― Made popular 5 days ago
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A Minty Surprise

A Minty Surprise

The Adirondack Chick ― I love growing my own vegetables, fruit and planting flowers around the house. In fact, if it were up to me, a majority of my yard would be covered in vegetation instead of grass -- although I guess the dog does need an area to run around and play ;-... (more)
 Michelle Maskaly ― Made popular 9 days ago
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Adirondack Inspired Mother’s Day Gifts

Adirondack Inspired Mother’s Day Gifts

The Adirondack Chick ― You don’t need to live in upstate New York to share some of the best products, food and gifts you will find throughout the country. All of these, including tickets to Girlfriends Getaway in Bolton Landing, can be purchased over the internet. Here... (more)
 Michelle Maskaly ― Posted 24 days ago
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Adirondack Cheese at the Adirondack Winery

Adirondack Cheese at the Adirondack Winery

The Adirondack Chick ― If you like cheese, and are anywhere near the Adirondack Winery in Lake George, stop in and pick up some Adirondack Cheese!Last weekend folks from the Adirondack Cheese Company were at the winery holding a tasting of their fabulous cheese, which... (more)
 Michelle Maskaly ― Made popular 25 days ago
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Hadley Maple in April Festival

Hadley Maple in April Festival

The Adirondack Chick ― You could not have asked for a more perfect day for this year's Hadley Maple Festival. It was sunny and warm with a light breeze -- you could just feel spring in the air.The best way to start off the day-long event is with breakfast at Wilder's Sugar... (more)
 Michelle Maskaly ― Posted 27 days ago
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Kale and Basil Pesto

Kale and Basil Pesto

The Adirondack Chick ― It was only last year that I made homemade pesto for the first time using the basil I grew in my garden. Can you believe it?! An Italian who never made pesto until she was in her thirties?! ;-)As I researched pesto more, I found that you can really... (more)
 Michelle Maskaly ― Posted on Apr 23rd, 2012
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Adirondack Festival of Food and Wine 2012 Preview

The Adirondack Chick ― The 7th annual Adirondack Festival of Food and Wine kicks off today at the Mirror Lake Inn! For the next four days, chefs, foodies, locals, wine enthusiests and those from all across the world will gather at in Lake Placid to watch cooking demos, sip... (more)
 Michelle Maskaly ― Posted on Apr 19th, 2012
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Fresh Mozzarella, Tomato and Basil 'Sandwiches'

Fresh Mozzarella, Tomato and Basil 'Sandwiches'

The Adirondack Chick ― The Saturday before Easter I headed to the Wegmans near my Dad's to pick up items for dinner the next day. If you have ever been to a Wegmans, you know it's hard to leave there with out coming out with at least half a dozen items you didn't go in... (more)
 Michelle Maskaly ― Posted on Apr 18th, 2012
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Quinoa Pilaf with Artichokes, Leeks and Sugar Snap Peas

Quinoa Pilaf with Artichokes, Leeks and Sugar Snap Peas

The Adirondack Chick ― The nice folks over at Carapelli sent over this delicious recipe the other day! Leeks, quinoa, artichokes and sugar snap peas -- doesn't that just make you want to jump in the kitchen and start cooking this delicious combination?! As long as you use... (more)
 Michelle Maskaly ― Made popular on Apr 22nd, 2012
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Baby Kale

Baby Kale

The Adirondack Chick ― Well, wasn't I surprised to see this today --Despite thinking we took out all the plants from last year, apparently, the kale plant wasn't all gone! Very excited to see some vegetation in the garden even before I plant this year's garden. :) (more)
Tags: kale, gardening
 Michelle Maskaly ― Posted on Apr 15th, 2012
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My Favorite Flower

My Favorite Flower

The Adirondack Chick ― I love sunflowers! The one in the photo at the top of my site was one I grew the first year I bought my house in the Adirondacks. They got pretty tall, but not like those giant ones you see in photos. For my first attempt at them, it didn't come out... (more)
 Michelle Maskaly ― Posted on Apr 12th, 2012
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Trying to Figure Out Technorati

The Adirondack Chick ― Do you use Technorati? It's been on my list of things to conquer since I started writing The Adirondack Chick, but from the moment I logged in I was confused.Years later, I've finally figured out how to add my claim code DNJ7XN7QGPHF to my site... (more)
 Michelle Maskaly ― Posted on Apr 12th, 2012
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A Very Veggie Easter {with a few cooking fails}

A Very Veggie Easter {with a few cooking fails}

The Adirondack Chick ― Entertaining 101 will warn you to never try a new recipe, or in my case recipes, for the first time when you are hosting a large crowd. Well, I tend not to follow the rules very well, because it always seems I'm trying some new dish when people come... (more)
 Michelle Maskaly ― Made popular on Apr 25th, 2012