Hail To The Pig

In my latest crusade to find this country’s most perfect holiday gifts, I stumbled upon a company which is relatively new to me but no stranger to the world of gourmet foods. Established in 1933, Nueske’s Hillcrest Farm of Wittenberg, Wisconsin prepares some of the world’s best meats using applewood in a smoking process to obtain a rich flavor. In every mouthful, you are guaranteed a carbon copy of identical traditional traits and appetizing taste that founded Nueske’s outstanding prestige. With a single swallow you can savor swine excellence, opening one’s eyes as to why four family cycles have delighted in the European method of preparing fowl and hog. The mystery hidden behind that enjoyable taste is to get the applewood coals smoldering in such a way so they inject the slabs with a savory wallop. Having acquired acknowledgment from famous chefs, it’s easy to tell that this now mail-order company doesn’t cut corners when it comes to flavor and class.

Raising palate anticipations, the farm’s bacon appears to make any recipe better when few food items seem like they can’t get any more delicious. If you get excited dealing with model kitchen cuisine, then turn your cookery into an entire feast that sizzles with the Wisconsin-based firm’s goods. And search no further for the utmost line of edible gifts for your truly closest relatives and buddies. Believe me…there’s a lot to pick from. If the anticipated recipient is a morning person, then I suggest ordering Nueske’s Breakfast Basket. This consists of their thickly-sliced bacon, all-natural pancake mix and an 8oz container of maple syrup arranged in a wicker bin. Or if you have somebody on your gift list that enjoys a variety, then you might want to try their Ultimate Gift Basket utilizing ten of Nueske’s most popular items all rolled into a single surprise. With a sampling of everything from smoked turkey breast to pork chops and raspberry honey mustard to cheddar cheese, this vast assortment is sure to be a crowd pleaser. If you’re looking for something a little more simple, stick with a boneless ham which comes in your choice of sizes. For the receiver who likes things on the wild side, why not introduce them to delicious buffalo top sirloin steaks and burgers. And everyone know somebody with a sweet tooth. Give him or her a gift that will knock their socks off…Cognac Pumpkin Cheesecake, letting that someone special taste the best of two desserts (pumpkin pie and cheesecake) or Apple Dumplings with cinnamon sauce. One tastes leads them to yell YUMM-O twice!

So immediately answer your dilemna about what to buy for whom by logging on to www.Nueske.com to view these and other stock before it’s too late. Or you can call 1-800-392-2266 to order a catalog that will be brought straight to your door. And remember Nueske’s all year long for any event. Happy Hog-idays!

Bring Music Into Your Life

This Saturday, December 15th, is a big day for The New Bedford Symphony Orchestra. Led by Dr. David MacKenzie, they’ve been practicing diligently to impress the patrons of The Zeiterion Performing Arts Center with the group’s holiday pops concert entitled ‘Celebrate Our Community’, with a matinee on Sunday, December 16th. Having thirty years experience under his belt, the NBSO music director wants everybody to live through harmonics, which will refashion the way one perceives their day to day affairs. This is why I present to you The New Bedford Symphony Orchestra’s 2007-2008 season: December 15th, 2007 Holiday Concert ‘Celebrate Our Community’; February 9th, 2008 Valentine’s Concert ‘Postcards From The Americas’; March 29th, 2008 Spring Concert ‘The Romance of Spring’; May 10th, 2008 Season Finale ‘Enduring Masterpieces’. Be sure to hold your season seats promptly because they get sold quickly. All concerts are performed at this history-rich theater located in New Bedford, Massachusetts. Parking is ready for use in the Zeiterion Garage for only $2 alongside the Arts Center.

Established in 1915, The New Bedford Symphony Orchestra is a pilot in local musicology guidance. Teaching children the value of musical appreciation, the NBSO brings the ‘Music In The Morning’ program into our schools. This introduces the students to harmony they may not be exposed to otherwise. An entirely adept troupe, the orchestra’s master class series presents budding performers the opportunity to learn amongst the NBSO’s earmarked composers. And last but not least are the 2008 ‘Young People’s Concerts’ being offered to children free of charge. Being captivating and cultural, these series are to be carried out on March 3, 4, 5, 2008 at 9:30am and 11:45am.

The New Bedford Symphony Orchestra can be reached by calling 1-508-999-NBSO or fax them at 1-508-999-0958. And the official website may be viewed at www.nbsymphony.org. See you at the Z!!