A special, romantic dinner doesn’t have to take place at a restaurant. Sometimes, the best way you can show your significant other that you care is by preparing a love feast custom-tailored just for them. A beautiful table setting accompanied by their favorite meal and dessert is a wonderful way to show your love and…
Warm Up to Comfort Food this Winter with Charlie Johns
When the winter weather hits, people tend to leave behind the lighter fare of summer and turn to heartier, familiar dishes that not only keep their tummies full but offer them familiar comfort as well. Soups, stews, and casseroles are all dishes that many of us turn to when the weather outside turns frightful. Researchers…
These Pretty Cookies Light Up Any Holiday Platter
If you’re looking for a quick, easy holiday cookie recipe that is fun to do with the kids, look no further than Italian sprinkle cookies. They require just a few ingredients and are a pretty addition to any holiday cookie platter. And, you can find all the ingredients you need for these cookies right at…
Talking Turkey About Poultry Safety
A delicious Thanksgiving feast is certainly something most people look forward to every year. Unfortunately, however, incorrect handling of poultry like chicken or turkey can cause salmonella or other foodborne illnesses. That’s why it’s important to safely handle the star of your dinner – the turkey – from start to finish! The Centers for Disease…
New Addition at Charlie Johns Completed; Ready for Winter
With the pandemic still at large, people are staying local more than ever. At Charlie Johns, we’ve been working through the crisis to help ensure you have everything you need right in town. We are pleased to have the new addition completed and fully stocked with more convenient merchandise for you, including an expanded hardware…
Try a Tasty New York Tradition This Fall – New York Apple Waldorf Salad
Once fall arrives, apples are everywhere. A symbol of the changing seasons, there are so many tasty dishes that make the most of New York’s number-one fruit, from pies and cakes to stuffing and salads. A favorite dish, and often a staple on holiday tables, is the New York original, Waldorf Salad. It’s easy to…
Looking for a Delicious Way to Enjoy Trout? Try Out This Recipe!
If you or someone in your family is an avid trout fisherman, then you probably enjoy fresh fish all summer long. But if you’re tired of the usual pan-fried trout, why not try this great recipe? It gives your trout a little more pizazz by adding some acidity, along with herbs to enhance the flavor.…
Stay Safe & Have Fun with These Social Distancing Adirondack Activities
This summer has been different for all of us, and while it’s important to stay safe and take the measures necessary to keep others safe as well, taking some time to enjoy all that summer in the Adirondacks has to offer is essential, too. Fortunately, there are many activities people can participate in that allow…
Need an Easy Summer Dessert? Try This No-Bake Berry Cheesecake!
Summertime means that delicious berries are in season – strawberries, blackberries and blueberries abound in our own gardens, at the grocery store, at farmers’ markets and even in the wild. While eating a handful of berries is great on its own, why not create a tasty treat for your family with delectable seasonal berries? This…
This June, Give this Barbecue Favorite a Try
Once the warmer weather returns, everyone’s mind turns to good times in the great outdoors. One favorite summer activity is a good old-fashioned cookout with the family. If you enjoy the taste of the barbecued chicken you might usually find at a local fire department or club fundraiser, you’re in luck. Many times, these barbecues…