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Gentle Giant Brewery, RCC and Hudson Market Host First Virtual Beer and Food Tasting Event

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Rockland County, New York – Gentle Giant Brewing Company , Rockland Community College, and Hudson Market hosted their first virtual beer and food tasting event in December. Due to its success, they are launching a monthly event series exploring beer and food from local restaurants and breweries, in and around Rockland County, to promote small businesses in the County during the pandemic.

On Tap will broadcast January 28 at 7 pm via Zoom. The event itself is free, but participants who are interested in the food and beer must purchase online for in-person pickup at GGBC. Register for the online event at http://bit.ly/rcctasting by midnight on January 25, then join us for the virtual tasting of delicious beer and mouth-watering food pairings.

Beer and food order information:

 Beer Only $20
Comes with four 25.4-ounce growlers. Must reserve online by 1/21/21 at 11:59pm.
Beers: Pilsner, Hazy IPA, Citrazoic DIPA, and Black Lager
 Beer and Food $40
Comes with four 25.4-crowlers and food for two. Must reserve online by 1/25/21 at 11:59pm.
Beers: Pilsner, Hazy IPA, Citrazoic DIPA, and Black Lager
Food: Collard Greens, Prime Brisket, Meat Kabob, and Pork Belly Burnt Ends

Order online at https://www.gentlegiantbrewing.com/rcc. All beer and food pick-up will be at the Gentle Giant Brewing Company, 7 North Main Street in Pearl River, NY at the date and time specified on the order form. Registered guests will be emailed a Zoom broadcast link to join the virtual session by Rockland Community College prior to the event.

Jessica Stallone, a brewing novice, will be guided through the brewing process by Gentle Giant Brewing Company’s Brew Master, Nick Carnicelli. They will be discussing ingredients, flavor components, and pairings of each beer and will answer viewers’ questions submitted via the Zoom chat.

On tap at Gentle Giant:

 Paleolithic Pils German Pilsner—A crisp Pilsner brewed with a touch of Munich malt to add a slight biscuit flavor profile. Gently hopped throughout the boil with Hallertau Blanc gives it the perfect balance of bitterness and floral aromas.
 Citrazoic Double IPA—Made from the world-renowned Citra hops, this beer pours a medium amber with an intense citrus aroma and flavor including grapefruit and lime aromas along with gooseberry, passion fruit and lychee notes.
 Bobby Doesn’t Know Shea Hazy IPA— You ask and you shall receive. Back by popular demand, we made a New England. IPA.  This double IPA has a traditional hazy appearance combined with a soft mouth feel perfectly fitting to the style. Dry hopped intensely with El Dorado and Cashmere, it gives tasting notes of tropical fruit punch and ripe pineapple. Should we keep cranking out New England IPAs? I think we just might.
 Baryonyx Black Lager—Made using bottom-fermenting lager yeast which imparts a dry crispness to this beer, this brew has a malty sweetness and a hoppy bitterness, with notes of coffee and chocolate.

 

Gentle Giant Brewing Company is located at 7 North Main Street in Pearl River, New York.

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Rail Trail Café & Mercantile in Blauvelt Introduces Dr. Pumpkin’s Potion, a New Fall-Themed Drink

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 BLAUVELT, NY — A popular Rockland County café is getting into the fall spirit with a creative new seasonal drink that combines the flavors of pumpkin spice, marshmallow, cinnamon, and Dr Pepper.The Rail Trail Café & Mercantile in Blauvelt has introduced Dr. Pumpkin’s Potion, a specialty beverage featuring Dr Pepper blended with pumpkin spice, marshmallow syrup, and cinnamon.

The drink is topped with vanilla cold foam and finished with a pumpkin drizzle, creating a sweet, fall-inspired twist on the classic soda.

“One sip and you’re under its spell,” the café shared while introducing its newest creation.

The seasonal beverage offers a unique alternative to traditional pumpkin spice lattes, combining the familiar taste of Dr Pepper with flavors typically associated with fall.

Rockland County residents looking to try something different this autumn can stop by The Rail Trail Café & Mercantile in Blauvelt to sample Dr. Pumpkin’s Potion. The new drink is the latest fall-inspired offering from the local café, giving customers another reason to visit and enjoy a seasonal treat in the heart of Blauvelt.

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La Casa Di Dolce Brings Generations of Italian Baking Traditions to a New Children’s Book

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October 12, 2026

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A family-inspired bakery and a new children’s book are bringing Italian heritage, cherished recipes, and the joy of baking together to the next generation.

For Jaclyn Ryan-Henry, founder of Made in the Home Kitchen of La Casa Di Dolce, baking is about more than creating delicious treats. It is about preserving family traditions, celebrating Italian heritage, and sharing the memories that connect generations.

Built on recipes and traditions passed down through the family, La Casa Di Dolce is a tribute to the enduring influence of Nonna’s kitchen. Through her bakery, Ryan-Henry hopes to bring a little piece of Italy into every home, one cookie at a time, while creating meaningful connections through food and culture.

Now, Ryan-Henry is expanding that mission with the release of a new children’s book inspired by the adventures of baking with her own children. The book celebrates the experience of passing down family recipes, cultural traditions, and treasured memories from one generation to the next.

Filled with fun, laughter, and a special surprise for families to discover at the end, the story encourages parents and children to embrace the joy of baking together while learning about their heritage. Inspired by recipes handed down through generations, the book highlights how simple moments in the kitchen can become lasting family traditions.

Through both her bakery and her writing, Ryan-Henry hopes to keep these traditions alive for future generations, demonstrating how food and storytelling can preserve cultural identity while bringing families closer together.

Upcoming Book Signing at Barnes & Noble

Readers and families will have an opportunity to connect with Ryan-Henry at an upcoming book signing at Barnes & Noble at Palisades. The event date has not yet been announced and will be shared through the bakery’s social media accounts.

The first 15 attendees will receive special freebies, which may include custom items or baked goods.

Families interested in learning more about the book, discovering La Casa Di Dolce, or following announcements about the signing can find additional information through the bakery’s online platforms.

Where to Find La Casa Di Dolce

Purchase the book on Amazon:
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With a mission rooted in family, heritage, and tradition, Jaclyn Ryan-Henry is using both baking and storytelling to help ensure that the recipes, memories, and cultural connections passed down through generations continue to inspire families for years to come.

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