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amping season revs up when the temperature warms. In a recent survey by Kampgrounds of America, Inc., the main reasons people say they go camping are to reconnect with nature, spend time with family and friends and reduce stress and relax. The roughly 40 million people who go camping in the United States each year also may have food on their minds. Campfire cooking — which involves cooking over an open fire and eating outdoors — makes camping that much more enjoyable for many people.
Campfire cooking is about simplicity of ingredients and ease of cooking. Chances are campers do not want to lug too many cooking instruments to the campsite, so ingredients that are portable and can cook quickly over an open fire are attractive. Cast iron skillets, grills and Dutch ovens often are the gear of choice. Here are some delicious campfire meals to try on your next camping trip.
Campfire Casserole Mix your favorite ground meat (beef, chicken or pork) with kidney beans and cubed bacon (leftover from breakfast works well). Add barbecue sauce or diced tomatoes, depending on your preference. Allow to simmer in a Dutch oven on low for 45 minutes to an hour. Season to
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Seafood No-Boil Cut foil sheets about 12 inches long. Add 5 to 6 shrimp, one quarter of an ear of corn, a few slices of smoked andouille sausage, a lemon slice, and seasonings to taste. Fold the foil packets carefully to seal in the ingredients. Place the packets on a grill over the campfire and allow to cook for around 10 to 15 minutes. Skillet Pizza Place a little cornmeal and oil on the bottom of a cast iron skillet. Spread refrigerated pizza dough out on the skillet. Cover with pizza sauce, cheese and favorite toppings and cook over the fire until the cheese boils and the crust browns.
Campsite Cobbler Line a Dutch oven with aluminum foil. Mix together a yellow cake mix, 11⁄4 cups water and 1⁄2 cup canola oil and pour over two cans of a favorite pie filling flavor in the pot. Prepare the campfire for low heat. Put the Dutch oven in the ashes and cover with remaining ash or charcoal briquettes. Cook until bubbly, around 30 to 40 minutes.
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• Swim smartly. Always swim with a buddy, and consider hiring a lifeguard if you’ll be hosting a pool party and cannot keep a watchful eye on guests in the pool. Adults also should not swim intoxicated, as it can impede the ability to stay afloat and may lead to risky behaviors. • Leave fireworks to the professionals. Watch a public fireworks display instead of lighting fireworks on the street or in the backyard.
• Exercise caution with sparklers. Kids running around with sparklers in hand could be a recipe for disaster, as sparklers burn extremely hot. Make sure children do not wave them around or others can get burned. Keep a bucket of water handy to properly extinguish the sparklers. • Review safe boating practices. If July 4th festivities find you out on the water, be sure that life jackets are worn and set boating
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• Check in with a vet. The Fourth of July can be traumatic for pets not accustomed to fireworks and other loud noises or crowds. Behavior therapy, medication and ensuring that pets do not run away from home and get lost may be necessary. • Watch food temperatures. Do not leave food out in the hot sun for too long; otherwise, harmful
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Be inconspicuous among nature Lying on the ground disturbs the lawn and other outdoor components. Being suspended several inches above the ground in a chair or a hammock can help a person blend in with the natural environment. Birds, small animals and insects may not even know you’re there, and that can make them easier to observe.
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July 4th Fireworks at Jones Beach State Park Friday, July 12th
Thursday, July 4th 9:30PM 1000 Ocean Parkway, Saturday, June 29th Wantagh 11:00AM - 4:00PM 516.785.1600 The Pine Grove Inn www.Parks.NY.gov 1 1st Street, Jones Beach State Park will East Patchogue host the Sterling National 631.569.5719 Bank July 4th fireworks This event will take place show, which will be set to at The Pine Grove Inn a musical array of patriotic overlooking the water. There songs. Arrive early for a will be live music, an outdoor prime seat on the Central bar and outdoor dining. Come Mall beach-front and to down and enjoy our local avoid traffic delays. farmer's fresh produce and local homemade goods, such as candles, soaps, chocolates, July 4th Fireworks honey, cheese, dog treats, and Singles Cruise Thursday, July 4th more. 6:15PM - 10:45PM Captree State Park 9th Annual "The Fest" 3500 E Ocean Parkway, Wednesday, July 3rd Bay Shore 6:00PM 631.592.9804 Long Island Community Singles of all ages are Hospital Amphitheater welcome to come aboard at Bald Hill this 3 and a half hour cruise 1 Ski Run Lane, on the Great South Bay on Farmingville Captain Tim's North Star www.LICommunityHospitalAmp.com 11. Watch a great sunset, Get your tickets and enjoy tasty food and see come to enjoy a night of spectacular fireworks from country music, featuring the Jones Beach Fireworks performances by Lee Show! Buy your tickets early, Brice, Chris Janson and they will sell out! more. The Fest will be a memorable evening! www.seasonsmagazineonline.com
"Taste The World" Summer Food Festival
& Saturday, July 13th 10:00AM - 7:00PM Smith Haven Mall 313 Smith Haven Mall, Lake Grove www.LongIslandSummerFestival.com The Long Island Summer Festival is a premiere destination for hundreds of local vendors, diverse food options, carnival rides and even hot air balloons! All ages are welcome... there is truly something for everyone!
Free Philharmonic Concert in the Park to Honor Our Hometown Heroes
Saturday, July 13th 8:00PM - 10:00PM Heckscher State Park 1 Heckscher State Parkway, East Islip www.Parks.NY.gov Patrons can enjoy the soothing sounds of classical music and a fireworks display at the conclusion of the concert.
Long Island Comedy Festival Saturday, July 13th
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Saturday, July 13th & Sunday, July 14th 10:00AM - 7:00PM Deer Park Tanger Outlets 152 The Arches Circle, Deer Park www.TangerOutlet.com/ deerpark/events/july Experience 60 of New York's best food offerings to satisfy everyone in the family! There will also be a beer and wine garden, butterfly exhibit, chef demonstrations, a virtual reality gaming area, live music and more.
7th Annual Kick Stands Up Motorcycle Poker Run and Car Show
Sunday, July 14th 9:00AM - 3:00PM Four Seasons Windows and Sunrooms 5005 Veterans Memorial Highway, Holbrook 631.471.7242 Thousands of people from across the state will come together for this event. Come see beautiful bikes and custom and classic cars. Also, enjoy live music, food, drinks, vendors and raffle prizes. Proceeds from this event will benefit the Suffolk County United Veterans project, providing housing and support For More Information, Call: 631.226.2636
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Jr. Lighthouse Keepers
Wednesday, July 17th 10:00AM - 12:00PM Fire Island Lighthouse 631.661.4876 www.fireislandlighthouse.com Meet at the lighthouse and learn part of what it's like to be a lighthouse keeper on Fire Island! This day gives children the chance to learn the important ecosystem on Fire Island. This event is open for children ages 7-12. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Call to register.
Jones Beach Volleyball Tournament
Saturday, July 20th 9:00AM - 4:00PM Jones Beach State Park 1000 Ocean Parkway 516.785.1600 www.Parks.NY.gov This year's 41st Annual Tournament will consist of 6-player teams only, which is open to males and females! The tournament will be played on sand courts and prizes will be awarded to 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th place teams. The award ceremony will take place immediately following the conclusion of the final match. Advanced registration is required.
Harbes Farm Sweet Corn Festival
Saturday, July 20th & Sunday, July 21st 10:00AM - 7:00PM Harbes Family Farm 715 Sound Avenue, Mattituck www.HarbesFamilyFarm.com Join Harbes Family Farm as they welcome one of the best parts of summer on Long Island, Harbes' own super-sweet corn! There will www.seasonsmagazineonline.com
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Shark Invasion!
Sunday, July 21st 11:00AM - 2:00PM The Whaling Museum & Educational Center 279 Main Street, Cold Spring Harbor 631.367.3418 www.CSHWhalingMuseum.org Come celebrate sharks during Shark Week with lots of hands-on activities! See a real shark jaw and a Megalodon tooth, find out about sharks amazing senses and more!
7th Annual Taste of Montauk
Sunday, July 28th 6:00PM - 9:00PM Star Island Resort & Marina 32 Star Island Road, Montauk 631.668.2428 www.MontaukChamber.com Craft beers, Long Island wines and culinary bites from Montauk restaurants will be presented on the Great Lawn of the Gurney's Star Island Resort & Marina! Call today to purchase your ticket.
Zoo Jersey at Belmont Lake State Park Saturday, August 3rd 2:00PM - 3:00PM Belmont Lake State Park 625 Belmont Ave. West Babylon 631.667.5055 www.LongIsland. KidsOutAndAbout.com Bring your kids to experience wildlife up close and personal with Zoo Jersey! Bring
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Long Island Bridal Expo Super Show
Wednesday, August 7th 5:30PM - 9:00PM The Inn & Spa at East Wind 5720 NY-25A, Wading River 631.563.6280 www.LongIslandBridalExpo. com/supershow Featuring over 70 top wedding professionals with a complete array of wedding related services including Photography, Videography, Florists, Bands, DJ's, Cakes, Invitations, Favors, Catering Halls, Event Planners and more! Enjoy free admission and parking along with complimentary food tasting, courtesy of East Wind Caterers.
Long Island Water Lantern Festival
Saturday, August 10th 10:00AM - 7:00PM North Hempstead Beach Park/Bar Beach 175 W Shore Rd. Port Washington www.WaterLanternFestival.com The Water Lantern Festival allows you to experience the magic of watching your unique lantern, along with thousands of lanterns, reflect upon the water. This is a family friendly event that can be shared by all! Each adult ticket comes with entry into the festival area, a floating lantern, a marker, a commemorative drawstring bag and a wristband.
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Saturday, August 10th 10:00AM - 1:00PM Captree State Park 3500 E Ocean Pkwy, Bay Shore www.Parks.NY.gov This annual tournament held at Captree State Park encourages children 16 years and younger to discover and enjoy fishing. Prizes are awarded to the heaviest snapper and crab caught. Awards ceremony will begin at 1:30PM.
26th Annual Seafood Festival
Saturday, August 24th & Sunday, August 25th 11:00AM - 6:00PM Long Island Maritime Museum 88 West Avenue, West Sayville 631.854.4974 www.LIMaritime.org Although this premier Long Island event prides themselves on offering the most amazing and fresh seafood options out there, it doesn't only feature food! Come eat and also enjoy live music by Long Island's top rock, country, blues and tribute bands, participate in childrens activities and much more.
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Beware of jellyfish this summer
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ummer often includes a few jaunts to the beach to cool off and enjoy some swimming and sunbathing. For those who have the benefit of living close to an ocean, few things beat the allure and majesty of a pristine coastline. A day at the beach can be spent surfing the waves, collecting seashells or relaxing with toes in the sand. The world’s oceans are diverse ecosystems that are home to many creatures large and small. When beach-goers enter the water, they should understand that they may be sharing the sea with crabs, fish and even mammals. Some sea creatures are relatively harmless, while others can be more dangerous in certain situations. Understanding the differences can keep both marine life and people safe.
Jellyfish are marine creatures that call the saltwater home in various areas and during different months of the year. There are more than 200 species of jellyfish, which come in a diverse range of forms. Jellyfish can be found in every ocean in the world, and some can thrive in freshwater lakes and ponds as well.
The jellyfish’s main defense mechanisms are its stings and its transparent body, which make it hard to see in the water. Jellyfish have the potential to sting, and some dangerous varieties can even cause death. Beach-goers’ best defense is to learn about jellyfish, including how to recognize those that pose a threat to human health. The sea wasp of coastal Australia and Indo-Pacific regions; the chiropsalmus quadrigatus of the same region; the tiny irukandji, which has spread to many different waters; and the alatina alata, found in both
Pacific and Atlantic waters, are some of the world’s most dangerous jellyfish, says Smithsonian. Most of these jellies are box jellyfish, which get their name from the cube-shaped swimming bell. Stings can be extremely painful, and some are fatal to humans, although there are some antivenoms available in Australia, where many encounters with this type of jellyfish occur.
more blooms of jellyfish in different parts of the world. Agricultural runoff, commercial fishing and warmer oceans have contributed to the increased jellyfish population in recent years.
Most jellyfish stings occur in the summer and fall when people are most active at the beach. Jellyfish stings can be treated with vinegar to neutralize the pain before removing the tentacles if they are present. Also, exercise caution when walking barefoot on the beach, as there may be jellyfish washed up on the sand.
Many people will never encounter a deadly variety of jellyfish. However, jellyfish populations generally are on the rise, and that figures to lead to an increase in stings as well. In 2018, more than 1,000 people were stung on a Florida beach in one week. The National Marine Fisheries Service says there have been
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Summertime seaside candy staple
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ummertime fun frequently involves a trip to the seaside. While days are spent with toes in the sand, once the sun sets the entertainment moves away from the sand to the boardwalk attractions, food and fanfare.
Today, Atlantic City, New Jersey, is known for its casinos. But the city has a storied history as a seaside retreat. The Atlantic City Boardwalk opened on June 26, 1870, becoming the first boardwalk in the United States. National Geographic explains the first wooden planks were laid to curb the amount of sand beachcombers tracked into the train and hotel lobbies. Eventually, the boardwalk itself, with arcade halls and amusement attractions, would become its own destination. Soon other boardwalks opened across the country, including in Coney Island, New York, and Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Boardwalks became hubs of summertime fun, with food and confections.
A well-known boardwalk treat, salt water taffy is a summertime staple. Salt water taffy is a soft taffy
that was originally produced and marketed in Atlantic City. According to popular lore, David Bradley, whose candy store was flooded during a major storm in 1883, found all of his stock soaked with the salty Atlantic brine — including his taffy. When a young customer later came in asking if he had taffy, he jokingly offered her “salt water taffy.” The customer sampled the piece and showed her friends. The name “salt water taffy” caught on.
Taffy was first prepared in copper kettles heated over open coals. The sugary mixture was cooled on marble slabs and then pulled from a large hook. The pulling incorporated air into the mix to help keep the taffy soft. The taffy was hand-rolled to the desired thickness, cut and then
wrapped.
Salt water taffy is primarily a treat enjoyed on the east coast of the United States, but it is sold throughout the United States and Canada. No trip to the boardwalk is complete without snagging a piece of sweet salt water taffy.
A man named Joseph Franlinger helped make salt water taffy a household name. After observing boardwalk visitors purchasing the candy during seaside jaunts, he found a way to box the candy and sell it so it wouldn’t be reserved only for summer holidays. According to candy manufacturer Wokenfuss, by the 1920s, salt water taffy was at the height of its popularity, with more than 450 manufacturers making and/or selling the candy at the time. Each had his own method of preserving the candy, making it less sticky and more portable.
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What I Love About Long By Donna B of Lake Ronkonkoma:
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There are so many places that are ‘under the radar’ that you can make a day trip to and have a great time!
By Joan S of West Islip:
I love Long Island in the summer because there are so many places to go all summer long to see free outdoor concerts. You really know when summer is here when you sit on a blanket or lawn chair under the stars singing to music that you love and enjoying the company of friends/family.
The beaches, boating and barbequing! I’m an island girl all the way!
I love that every neighborhood smells like a barbeque between 5 and 7 pm in the summer!
Riding my horse through our wonderful state parks and beautiful trails.
Everything! This Island is beautiful and full of so many things to do! Our beaches are great and all the free concerts in our local town are awesome! www.seasonsmagazineonline.com
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When the days get longer and you get the first sunny and warm weekend day the mood of Long Islanders is electrified. People hold doors for each other, let others in their lane and smile, yes smile. There is nothing on the planet that feels, smells or tastes better than a burger on the beach at Smith’s Point, peaches from Davis Peach Farm, or the breeze on your face while skipping rocks on the LI Sound.
By Sue K of East Islip:
All the great music concerts…whether they are inside, outside, free or paid, there is such a great variety of music available!
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g Island In The Summer... By James H of Amityville:
Good weather and a lot of great music! By Debbi T of Amityville:
Long Island has the BEST beaches in the world! We are so blessed to live here with the culture, music, best food places and play-houses with such genuine local talent! Always something to do all week long in the summertime with free outdoor concerts at local parks and we do not have to go off of LI to enjoy the summer months!
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Beaches, warm weather and Jones Beach concerts!
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All American in Massapequa and Jones Beach concerts!
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All the free concerts! It is also a "playground" for seniors! So much to do! 60 libraries in Nassau County have wonderful programs!
By Kathy M of Lindenhurst:
I LOVE our beaches and the waterfront bars… the whole atmosphere is just fun!
By Gail G of West Babylon:
I love going to Bayard Cutting Arboretum in the summer. It’s a 691-acre state park located in the hamlet of Great River on Long Island. They have wonderful MANOR HOUSE TOURS with stunning old furnishings and all kinds of paths to walk along the Great River and through wooded and floral paths. The Hidden Oak Cafe is located inside the Manor House and offers delicious fresh food, where you can eat in the enclosed porch or outside on lawn on their Adirondack chairs overlooking the water. Throughout the summer they have a lot of goings on there. One of my favorite places to relax and love life.
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Myths about grilling & barbecuing, debunked
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rillmasters and pitmasters work hard to produce mouth-watering fare. Many may develop secret recipes, rubs, sauces, and cooking techniques all in the name of flavorful food.
Certain myths about grilling and barbecuing have prevailed through the years. Such misconceptions may discourage newcomers from picking up their tongs and spatulas. Setting the record straight about common grilling myths can be just what people need to embrace cooking foods over an open flame. Myth #1: Hosting a barbecue is the same as cooking barbecue. Fact: Barbecue is the process of cooking foods slowly with low heat, typically in a smoker. Having a barbecue is an informal backyard party where foods cooked over a grill are served.
Myth #2: You can tell the temperature of the grill by placing your hand over the grates. Fact: Everyone reacts differently to heat, so the best way to gauge temperature is by using a thermometer.
Myth #3: Grilled chicken is done when the juices run clear. Fact: Even well-done chicken can form juices that are pink-hued. It’s from a protein called myoglobin, according to the book “Meathead: The Science of Great Barbecue and Grilling.” Use a cooking thermometer to learn when poultry is safe to eat, typically at 160 to 165 F.
Myth #4: Marinating is best for grilling and tenderizing. Fact: It seems that marinades really do not penetrate much beyond the surface of the meat and can keep the outer surface of the food wet, preventing searing and browning. Rubs and salts can be more effective at adding flavor. Serve a dipping sauce for additional flavor if people desire.
Myth #5: Light up the whole grill for best cooking. Fact: Temperature control is a key component of effective grilling and barbecuing. Having two temperature zones — direct, radiant heat for searing, and an indirect zone for grilling meat evenly and preventing burning — can make food more tasty. Myth #6: More smoke equals better food. Fact: When cooking, faint wisps of blue smoke are better because blue smoke is made of tiny invisible particles and gases created by small, hot, fast-burning fires. White smoke generally comes from smoldering wood that is starved for oxygen, states the cooking site Food52. All of that white smoke can affect the flavor of the food.
Myth #7: Oil the grates to prevent food from sticking. Fact: This may or may not work, depending on the temperature of the grates when the oil is applied. A better method is to oil the food, which will be cold so the oil will keep from burning and cracking..
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Using a mortar and pestle or a food processor, combine all the ingredients and grind to a paste. Store leftover paste in the refrigerator in a tightly closed jar for about 1 month. Makes about 1 cup; enough for 4 to 6 pounds of meat
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Did you know?
The Appalachian Trail is the longest hiking-only footpath in the world. According to the Appalachian Trail Conservancy, the trail stretches across 14 states from Maine to Georgia. The total length of the trail is 2,192 miles. Millions of visitors traverse all or a portion of the trail every year. Many thru-hikers attempt to hike the entirety of the trail in a single season, beginning either at the trail head at Springer Mountain, GA or Mount Katahdin, ME. Those who have hiked the trail estimate it typically takes five to seven months to do so in its entirety. Most hikers can average about three miles an hour and will travel between 12 to 24 miles a day. The highest elevation of the trail can be found at Clingmans Dome on the Tennessee/North Carolina Border. The lowest point on the trail snakes through Bear Mountain State Park in New York. Although the AP trail is a very long hiking trail, many day hikers do portions of it only and still can respectfully say they've hiked the AP trail.
Why is Did you Independence Day know? celebrated on July 4th? The Continental Congress declared its independence from Great Britain on July 2, 1776. If that date raises an eyebrow, it should. Independence Day in the United States has long been celebrated on July 4th, which would seem to be two days late. But upon closer examination, it seems Americans are not really celebrating their independence two days later than they should be. According to the National Constitution Center, the Continental Congress approved a resolution declaring its independence from Great Britain on July 2. However, a document still needed to be drafted to explain the decision to the general public. Such a document was already in the works, but it took two days for the men of Congress to agree on a final version. The resulting document, known as the Declaration of Independence, was sent to John Dunlap, an Irish printer who served under George Washington during the American Revolutionary War, who subsequently printed roughly 200 broadsides. Still, the Declaration of Independence was not read to the public until July 8, 1776, when Colonel John Nixon did so in Philadelphia on what is now known as Independence Square. It was nearly a month later, on August 2, 1776, when most members of the Continental Congress actually signed the Declaration of Independence in Philadelphia.
The year 1893 was an important one in hot dog history. According to the National Hot Dog and Sausage Council, in 1893, the city of Chicago hosted the Chicago Columbian Exposition, a world’s fair that celebrated the 400th anniversary of famed explorer Christopher Columbus’s arrival in the New World in 1492. Visitors to the exposition consumed large quantities of sausages sold by vendors. Many immediately took a liking to this unique food because it was both easy to eat and inexpensive. The NHDSC notes that Germans are likely responsible for introducing sausages served on buns. In addition to their popularity at the Columbian Exposition, hot dogs got another boost in 1893 when they first started appearing at ballparks. Many modern baseball fans now cannot imagine attending a ballgame without indulging in a hot dog or two, and some historians believe they have German immigrant Chris von der Ahe to thank for that. Chris von der Ahe owned the St. Louis Browns, and in 1893 his team became the first to sell hot dogs at baseball games, though some historians dispute this.
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Visit A Long Island Historic Site This Summer! PLANTING FIELDS ARBORETUM STATE HISTORIC PARK
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Coe Hall is the Tudor Revival residence of the Coe family and is open for guided tours from April to September. Guests can sample the formal lifestyle of the 1920s and see stunning craftsmanship and impressive collections of furnishings, paintings, stained glass, and decorative arts. In addition to the mansion, visitors will experience a wide variety of gardens, specimen plantings and charming outbuildings that make Planting Fields truly unique. The Coes used the talents of the Olmsted Brothers of Brookline, Massachusetts, to create an English park setting. Guided tours of the grounds are available and the park welcomes group tours. A wide variety of special events and courses are offered year-round. Location: 1395 Planting Fields Road, Oyster Bay, N.Y. 11771 Contact: (516) 922-9200
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Skewered chicken goes great on the grill
Spiedini of Chicken and Zucchini with Almond Salsa Verde Makes 6 servings
Grilling chicken is an easy way to transform this versatile food into something even more delicious. Various cultures serve chicken in kebab form after grilling it over an open flame, and taste is a big reason this particular method of cooking chicken is so beloved.
While you might not expect to see kebabs on the menu at your favorite Italian restaurant, “spiedini” is Italian for “little skewers,” proving that Italian chefs recognize how delicious chicken can be when served in kebab form. In this recipe for “Spiedini of Chicken and Zucchini with Almond Salsa Verde” from “Cooking Light: Dinner’s Ready” (Oxmoor House) by The Cooking Light Editors, skewers are paired with a zesty salsa full of nuts, herbs and citrus, which makes for the perfect complement to the smoky grilled flavor.
Spiedini: 11⁄2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces 6 small zucchini, cut into 1-inch slices (about 11⁄4 pounds) Cooking spray 1⁄4 teaspoon kosher salt 1⁄8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper Soak 12 (10-inch) wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning. Bring the grill to medium-high heat
To prepare the spiedini, thread the chicken and zucchini alternately on each of the 12 skewers. Coat the spiedini with cooking spray; sprinkle evenly with 1⁄4 teaspoon salt and 1⁄8 teaspoon pepper. Place on a grill rack; grill 6 minutes or until done, turning once. Serve with salsa.
Keep vegan guests in mind Chickpea Salad
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From food allergies to dietary restrictions to conscious decisions to avoid certain foods for ethical reasons, peoples’ diets tend to be as unique as they are. That can make it tricky when hosting a crowd and preparing a menu.
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When grilling for family and friends, mushroom and tofu burgers can be prepared specifically for vegan guests, but a versatile salad can be enjoyed by all and make for a delicious side dish. This recipe for “Chickpea Salad” from “Vegan Cooking for Beginners” (Publications International) by the Editors of Publications International is sure to please vegans and non-vegans alike. Place chickpeas in a medium bowl. Coarsely mash with a potato masher, leaving some beans whole.
Add celery, pickle and onion; stir to mix. Add mayonnaise and lemon juice; mix well. Taste and add 1⁄4 teaspoon salt or more, if desired. Sprinkle with pepper, if desired; mix well. Serve on bread with lettuce and tomato, if desired.
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