It’s almost time for Woofstock! We have so many exciting things coming up here at the farm, and we want to be able to share all of them with our Wilde cocks and hens! On April 29th, join the Humane Society of Ocean City as they host Woofstock here at Willow Creek Farm & Winery. […]
What’s Happening at Willow Creek Farm & Winery 4/13-4/21
Hello Wilde cocks and hens and hello SPRING! We have been waiting for this since last spring ended for many reasons. For one, spring marks the start of our BUSY wedding season. Our first wedding kicks off Saturday, April 21st, so be sure to call and check for current hours during wedding season, as they […]
Wine Cocktail Wednesday – Wilde Cock Blackberry Merlot Tea Sangria
Wine Cocktail Wednesday – Tea Sangria INGREDIENTS (Serves 12): 2 quarts iced tea 1 bottle Wilde Cock Blackberry Merlot 2 Cups berry juice of your choice 2 Pounds mixed berries, sliced DIRECTIONS: In a large pitcher, combine tea, wine, and juice. Chill to blend flavors, at least 4 hours or up to 24 hours. To serve, […]
Barbara’s Favorite Flowers: Narcissus
Barbara’s Favorite Flowers: Narcissus The Daffodil (Narcissus) brings an over the top burst of golden yellow to brighten up our day and mood! There is something about that warming burst of yellow after the winter grey/brown doldrums that will always make Narcissi a perennial favorite of so many. It’s an easy flower to grow from […]
Wine Cocktail Wednesday – Cranberry-tini
Wine Cocktail Wednesday: Cranberry-tini INGREDIENTS: 3 oz vodka 1/2 oz Cranberry Cabernet 1 Tablespoon dark rum 4 dashes orange bitters DIRECTIONS: Shake with crushed ice and strain into a chilled martini glass. Garnish with an orange twist.
Barbara’s Favorite Flowers: Camassia Quamash
Barbara’s Favorite Flowers: Camassia Quamash Another edition to Barbara’s Favorite Flowers is here! See what she has to say about this weeks entry. I love blue flowers and Camassia Quamash is a great blue flower for early to mid Spring that can handle a damp, sunny or shady area. I use it in my shade gardens […]
Wine Cocktail Wednesday – Cab Sauv Cocktail
Wine Cocktail Wednesday: Cabernet Sauvignon Cocktail INGREDIENTS: 16 ounces 2014/2015 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon – Limited Reserve 8 ounces cranberry juice 4 ounces fresh orange juice 4 ounces Chambord Ice 3 ounces chilled lemon/lime sparkling water Thinly sliced lemon zest Thinly sliced lime zest Thinly sliced orange zest DIRECTIONS: In a pitcher, combine the wine, juices and Chambord; […]
Barbara’s Favorite Flowers: Cat Mint
Barbara’s Favorite Flowers: Cat Mint Cat Mint Nepeta × faassenii ‘Walker’s Low’ This is a great drought tolerant re-bloomer. Blooming starts in May or early June so you can luxuriate in a whole field of glorious purple. The leaves are a great grey-green and heart shaped. I recommend this plant in huge masses to everyone! Cat […]
Wine Cocktail Wednesday – Red Wine Sour
Wine Cocktail Wednesday: Red Wine Sour INGREDIENTS: 2 parts Bourbon 1 part lemon juice 2/3 part simple syrup 2/3 part egg white 1/2 part Wilde Cock Red DIRECTIONS: Fill a shaker with ice cubes. Add bourbon, lemon juice, simple syrup and egg white. Shake and strain into a rocks glass filled with ice cubes. Float red […]
Barbara’s Favorite Flowers: Water Iris & Duck Weed
Barbara’s Favorite Flowers: Water Iris & Duck Weed Iris Pseudacorus – Water Iris – what a phenomenal bog plant to use in the water garden! This is one of the more robust Iris. The tall, thick leaves contrast well in the spring with tall spikes of bright yellow flowers. This plant grows up to 5 feet […]