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Naked Dove Brewing Company serves pints above the rest

by Deborah blackwell | Messenger Post MeDia

The guys at Naked Dove Brewery make phenomenal beer. Its that simple. But their passion to create world class beers and how they do that is what makes them special. With an extensive background in business and a long history in the beer and wine industry, the team at Naked Dove is able to offer the absolute best beers using local ingredients brewed from talent and sensibility.
The one thing that really separates us is that we brew our own beer, says Don Cotter, co-founder and co-owner. We are a fully operational brewery and with Daves background we have tremendous success. That would be Dave Schlosser, co-founder and brewmaster at Naked Dove, who has held head brewmaster positions at Rohrbachs, Custom Brewcrafters and High Falls Brewing Company (Genesee.) Together with Cotter, he developed the Dundee line of craft beers. Schlosser also holds and MBA from the Simon School at the University of Rochester. Schlosser and Cotter, along with Schlossers cousin Ken Higgins of New Jersey, got together and formed Naked Dove in 2008, then worked together to create this 15-barrel brewhouse that opened in Canandaigua in 2010. Its been nothing but fun for the team who has fully committed to both the art and science of brewing great beer. Dave is always brewing up something special, says Cotter. In addition to the year-round offerings, his beer ranges from a Helles Lager on the lighter side to a Belgian Double, using traditional Belgian Trappist yeast, to many styles in between. This fall, Naked Dove is brewing a traditional Octoberfest, but also a highly anticipated beer using local hops from Pederson Farms in Seneca Castle. The Harvest Ale, also known as a wet hop or fresh hop beer, is brewed within 24 hours of harvesting the hops. Pederson Farms has dedicated about 10 acres of the 1,000 acre farm to the production of hops, says Cotter. Having the farm 8 miles from the brewery allows the hops to literally be going from vine to kettle within a few hours of harvest. Last year Schlosser made a double batch, assuming this would last a month. But according to Cotter, it only lasted about two weeks. People loved the unique flavor of this beer and embraced the concept of a local brewery using local hops. This year, were making four times the normal brew size, says Cotter. The offerings at Naked Dove are growing, both in what they brew and their distribution. Currently the brewery provides their beer to 70 bars and restaurants in the area. They pride themselves on self-distribution, along with a few other factors that makes them stand apart. Their tasting room, according to Cotter, has a loyal following of regular customers, regulars who fill their growlers because they love the beer, says Cotter. They also welcome the newcomers, locals or tourists, who love the beer and experience of being at a fully-operational brewery as opposed to a contract-brewery. Finally, Cotter says he and his crew just love being part of the grandeur of the Finger Lakes region. People on their journey, tourists, or locals stopping in, its just a great place to be, he says. Both Cotter and Schlosser mean that, although neither are from the area. Schlosser hailed in from Massachusetts, and Cotter from California where he held positions at Gallo Wine, and eventually Canandaigua Wine Company (Constellation Brands,) and High Falls Brewing Company (Genesee.) Also a stop on the Canandaigua Wine Trail, Naked Dove offers four beer styles yearround: Windblown Amber Ale, Starkers IPA, 45 Fathoms Porter and Berry Naked Black Raspberry Ale, and special seasonal brews all using the best ingredients meeting strict quality standards. My partner makes outstanding beer, says Cotter. But people totally embrace local business using local ingredients with local guys, its all wrapped up together. [Courtesy of Don Cotter, owner, Naked Dove Brewing Company]

The Naked Dove Brewing Company joined the Canandaigua Wine Trail in 2011. Dave Schlosser and team produce worldclass beers and we are delighted to have them, says Cathy Fabretti, president, Canandaigua Wine Trail. Dave and Don are assets not only to the Trail but to the region, they are strong champions of the wines and beers produced here.
U.S. 20, Canandaigua 585-396-2537 www.nakeddovebrewing.com

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Three ways To enjoy The season TogeTher

by Molly logan anDerson | gatehouse news service

Fall into Family

he smell of a campfire, richly colored leaves of amber and burgundy, cozy sweaters and football games call to mind one thing: autumn.
Its a great time to just relax and spend quality time with the family. Its even better when the neighborhood joins and the children get to interact with adults in storytelling and conversations as a big circle of friends. While summer may be Americas favorite season, fall boasts all sorts of opportunities for outdoor activity and family fun. Check out our top ideas for enjoying this season to the fullest, without spending much at all. Traditions like these can surely be cherished childhood memories in the making.
leaF rubbings: You dont even need to leave your yard to find some interesting leaves this autumn. Let kids know about your plans so they can collect leaves all season long. Or get together and give everyone a goal, say 10 leaves, for collecting. Make sure youre wellequipped with paper of various colors and thicknesses, as well as colored pencils of every shade. Have kids cut out their favorite leaf rubbings and glue them onto folded construction paper. Turn them into Thanksgiving cards for friends and family or placecards for your Thanksgiving table. aPPle PiCKing: On any autumn weekend day, youll find people of all ages, those with and without children, young couples and grandparents, at an apple orchard. Theyre there to reconnect with nature and farms, pick fresh apples right off the tree, taste fresh-made apple cider, go on a hay ride...and often enjoy music, entertainment, farm animals and foods to taste. Bring your apple treasures home and get the whole family to whip up a special treat together. CamPFires: For some, an ooeygooey marshmallow, smothered in melted chocolate and sandwiched between two crispy graham crackers might just be heaven on earth. For others, its the atmosphere of a campfire that keeps them coming back for more. Count down to winter by gathering weekly with family and friends to enjoy each other and a good old smore. If outdoor space allows, end the campfire season with a full-blown campout! Take it a step further by inviting the neighbors to bring their own tents and cook dinner over the fire, too.

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aaah, autumn!
time to fall for outdoor entertaining
Its the perfect time to entertain outdoorsmost of the bugs are gone, the sun isnt scorching even though its warm enough to enjoy an afternoon or evening al fresco, and theres a bounty of good things, from our area, to serve for an outdoor meal. Because the days are shorter in the autumn, outdoor entertaining in the fall calls for special attention to lighting and temperature. Lighting The earlier sunset will afford you an ideal opportunity to bathe your outdoor space in evening lights. Use soft light, but use plenty of it. Try dozens of votive candles in jars and glasses to protect the flame from the wind, hurricane lamps, or kerosene lanterns set on low. Create cozy seating areas and equip each with a glowing light source. Heating The method you use to chase the chill from the night will vary depending on the weather and your outdoor space. If you have a yard, a campfire is a wonderful informal party setting. In smaller gardens, consider self-contained fire pits or a chimenea. For a more formal affair, you can install a propane-powered heater. Or, drape attractive throws or quilts on each chair for your guests to wrap around their shoulders to ward off the night air. Of course, youll want to take advantage of the wonderful colors and textures of autumn in your decorating scheme and table settings. Color Autumns colors are deep and richrusset, crimson, burnt orange, gold, dark green, and the color of hay. Use these hues repeatedly in tablecloths and settings, flowers, centerpieces, and even the food. Scoop out pumpkins and other squash and fit them with containers of water to make vases. Mass potted mums in vivid colors. Use orange Chinese lanterns, bright rosehips, stems of red or orange berries, or chilies. Wrap vibrant maple or sumac leaves around votive candleholders or napkin rings. Sunflower heads can be strewn on the tabletop, or left on the flower stalks in a container. Texture The textures of fall are earthy and rustic. Especially play these up if your gathering is informala corn roast, a bonfire, a jeans and sweater evening. Use burlap or rough cotton to cover your table, and use dish towels as napkins. Weigh down your tablecloth with apples

or pears hung on rough twine. Or use rattan placemats and wicker baskets. If youre hosting a fancy sit-down outdoor dinner, use the more subtle textures of hydrangea blossoms and colored leaves on a linen tablecloth. Try bringing your indoor dining table outdoors for the eveningit will add unexpected elegance to your setting. Paint gold lettering on small gourds to use as place cards. Grace your table with lateblooming roses in crystal vases. Whether you hold a harvest hoedown or a stylish sit-down dinner party for eight, fall for outside entertaining this autumn! Debbie Rodgers, the haven maven, owns and operates Paradise Porch, and is dedicated to helping people create outdoor living spaces that nurture and enrich them. Her latest how-to guide Attracting Butterflies to Your Home and Garden is now available at www. paradiseporch.com. Heat oven to 350F. Spray a 9 x 5-inch loaf pan generously with baking spray; set aside. Combine flour, baking powder and salt in a small bowl. Whisk together sugar, orange peel, lavender and pepper in a large mixing bowl until evenly distributed. Add yogurt, eggs and olive oil; continue whisking until smooth. Whisk in vanilla. Add flour mixture, gently whisk until combined. Scrape batter into prepared pan. Bake 55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pan 5 minutes; remove from pan and cool completely. Whip cream with mixer until soft peaks form. Add honey and continue to whip until stiff. Add ricotta cheese, a dollop at a time, and beat until fluffy. Slice cake. Top slices with honeyed ricotta and sprinkle with lavender.

lavender olive oil Cake with honeyed ricotta

1 3/4 c. all purpose flour 1 1/2 t. baking powder 1/2 t. kosher salt 1 c. sugar 1 T. finely grated orange peel 1 T. culinary lavender, crushed, plus additional 1-2 T. for garnish 1/4 t. freshly ground black pepper 2/3 c. plain yogurt 3 large eggs 2/3 c. olive oil 1 t. vanilla extract 3/4 c. heavy cream 3 T. honey 3/4 c. ricotta cheese, room temperature

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signature private-label. Guests will learn about many wineries, wine and food products made in the Finger Lakes, and can also purchase from the wide selection offered at the Wine Center. The Finger Lakes Wine Center is a festive backdrop for many special events, such as Featured Fridays, when visitors can meet wine producers for fun and informative tastings. The Wine Center can also host private or semi-private wine, cheese and chocolate parties, or other personalized events. Neighboring the Wine Center, the retail gift shop inside the Bay House carries an assortment of gifts including jewelry, books, pottery, collectibles, Victorian and contemporary gifts. Many items are hand-crafted by Finger Lakes artisans. Sonnenberg Gardens & Mansion State Historic Park includes the mansion, formerly home to Frederick Ferris Thompson and his wife Mary Clark Thompson who were prominent members of the Canandaigua community, a greenhouse conservatory complex, nine formal gardens, and a cafe in addition to the Finger Lakes Wine Center and the gift shop. Harvest Progressive Dinner Sunday, September 23, 5:00 pm or 6:30 pm $55 pp, $50 members. Prepaid reservations required. intimate garden Walk and gardening Symposium Friday, September 28, 5:00 pm-8:00 pm Featuring Dr. Allan Armitage, award-winning horticulturist, author and educator. Wine and hors doeuvres reception in the Mansion Saturday, September 29, 10:00 am-4:30 pm Intimate garden walk through the Sonnenberg gardens. Topics will include Tales from the Garden, perennials, annuals, and Crazy Plants for Crazy Gardeners. $60 PP, $50 members. Prepaid reservations required. Mansion Mysteries October 19-20, 26-27, 7:00 pm Live drama, cash wine bar, refreshments. $22 pp, $18 members and ages 12-18. Prepaid reservations required.

Finger Lakes Wine Center

Fall in the Finger Lakes is a welcome time to enjoy scenic beauty coupled with New Yorks finest wines. The Finger Lakes Wine Center at Sonnenberg Gardens & Mansion Historic Park offers the best of both throughout the season. The historic Bay House at Sonnenberg is home to the Finger Lakes Wine Center, which features some of the best local wines and gourmet food products from over 40 partner-wineries and farms. Often referred to as the gateway to the Finger Lakes wine trails, and a member of the Canandaigua Wine Trail, the Wine Center is a perfect fall destination. The Tasting Rooms rotating inventory offers a selection to sample of New Yorks featured vintages from local wineries, including Sonnenbergs

151 Charlotte Street, Canandaigua 585-394-4922 www.sonnenberg.org

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Did you ever wonder how cheese is made? Then visit the cheese producers throughout the Finger Lakes who make artisan cheeses from milk produced at their family farms. The Finger Lakes Cheese Trail is an organization of cheese producers from the Finger Lakes region who create a variety of great cheeses from English-style raw milk Cheddars, Cheese Curd, Gouda and Swiss types from dairy cow milk, to Blue Cheeses, Chevre and Feta from goats and sheep milk. The Cheese Trail offers cheese lovers the opportunity to visit producers and sample cheeses. By increasing awareness of the fine cheeses being produced in the Finger Lakes, these farms are bringing the tradition of cheese-making back to our region. Look for Cheese Trail members at various farmers markets and wineries around the Finger Lakes region as well. october 6 & 7 (Columbus Day Weekend), November 17 Self-guided tours from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm Samples and sales are part of the event, so plan to buy cheese, stop at a winery, grab a loaf of bread, and enjoy a day touring in the Finger Lakes. There is no charge and no advance registration required. engelbert Farms is owned and operated by Lisa and Kevin Engelbert, a certified organic farm raising dairy, beef, veal, and pork on their 600 acre farm in Nichols. The farms milk is made into 16 varieties of Cheddar, Gouda, Swiss, Jack and Mozzarella cheeses, sold via their farm store and area retail outlets. 182 Sunnyside Road, Nichols (607) 699-3775 www.engelbertfarms.com Finger Lakes Dexter Cheese Creamery: Rose Marie Belforti is the first and only producer in the western hemisphere to offer Kefir Cheese, an authentic, probiotic, raw milk cheese product made with authentic kefir grains and rich milk from grass-fed Irish Dexter house cows, and aged for 60 days or more. Buy directly from the farm. 1853 Black Rock Road, King Ferry (315) 364-3581 www.kefircheese.com Finger Lakes Farmstead Cheese: Nancy Richards has been crafting cheeses made from the raw milk of 50 milking Holsteins belonging to her family. Taber Hill Farms has been in the family since 1919. The cheese is available at various retail outlets in Ithaca, Syracuse and Rochester, with other outlets in New York City. 5492 Bergen Road, Trumansburg (607)387-3108, www.fingerlakes-cheese.com 4 Tin Fish Farm is a family owned and operated micro goat dairy. The farm initially started out as a hobby, but as their passion grew they began to shift their thinking to how to make a profit doing what they loveproviding farmstead cheese to local customers and raising quality Alpine dairy goats. 1603 River Road, Port Byron (315) 664-0124, www.4tinfishfarm.com Jerry Dell Farm & Farm Store is located in Dryden with their farm store located in Freeville, just northeast of Ithaca. Started in 1946 by the Shermans in the scenic hills of Dryden, the farm is still family owned and operated. In 2010, they opened their second location in Freeville. Combined, they currently milk over 450 cows of the 950-head herd of cows, heifers and calves. Certified organic through the Northeast Organic Farming Association of New York. www.jerrydellfarm.com Lively run goat Dairy is one of the first commercial goat dairy operations in NYS, beginning production in 1982. Chevre, made in the traditional French style, Balkan-style Feta and, Cayuga Blue, a goats milk Blue are offered for sale at the farm store, located near the village of Interlaken between Cayuga and Seneca Lakes, as well as many local wineries and retailers throughout the area. 8979 County Road 142, Interlaken (607) 532-4647, www.livelyrun.com Muranda Cheese is created by Tom Murray on Route 96, 2 miles south of Waterloo. Making hard-aged cheeses from their grass fed herd, like Old British Cheddar, Garlic and Dilly Girl and their famous Red Buddy. Youll find these at several local NY Pride wineries, at their farm tasting room and store, and at area farmers markets. Visit their online store, www.muranda.com. 3075 Route 96, Waterloo (315) 539-1103. Sidehill acres goat Farm: Russell and Rita Kellogg established their goat dairy in 1982. In 1994 they started a goat cheese processing plant, and produce premium quality hand-crafted goat milk products. Tour the plant and learn how cheese is made. Cheese is available for sale at the farm, or at Green Star Co-Op in Ithaca. 79 Spencer Road, Candor (607) 659-4121, www.sidehillacres.bizland.com Sunset View Creamery: The Hoffman Dairy, in Odessa, is a fifth generation operation. Carmella Hoffman has been crafting Cheddars, Monterey Jack-style cheeses and Fresh Cheese Curds for nearly seven years, while husband Ron and son, Jeremy, tend to the herd. Carmella uses pasteurized milk, and the cheese is available at their farm store, and is sold at many of the local wineries as well as Green Star Co-Op in Ithaca, and Stillmans Greenhouse and Country Store in Montour Falls. 4970 County Road 14, Odessa (607) 594-2095,www.sunsetviewcreamery.com Vanillen Dairy is located in Ovid, and is the newest cheese maker in the region. They began farming in 2003, and now have a herd of 125 Holsteins and Brown Swiss, producing 400 gallons of milk a day. While they do not have a farm store on site, their cheese is available at Lively Run Goat Dairy in Interlaken, and several farm markets throughout the region. www.vanillendairy.blogspot.com

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