Archive for March, 2009

Wine Tasting At A Grocery Store?

Tuesday, March 31st, 2009

When you think of going wine tasting, your thoughts probably turn toward wineries, right?  After all, that is the typical setting for sampling wine.  But have you ever thought that your local grocery store could serve the same purpose?  No, it isn’t conventional, but it’s a great way to try new wines in a different [...]

Twist off’s are good enough for Bond

Tuesday, March 24th, 2009

About 49 minutes into the latest Bond flick, Quantum of Solace [QOS/Amazon], James indulges in a glass of vino while reminiscing with his old friend Mathis in Talamone, Italy. Although the conversation about the wine lead to a joke that Mathis only bought the cheap stuff, he did insinuate that he didn’t want to serve [...]

Dining at the CIA’s Winespectator Greystone Restaurant

Tuesday, March 3rd, 2009

On a recent trip to Napa we ate at the Wine Spectator Greystone Restaurant at the Culinary Institute of America.  The restaurant features professional and student chefs in a setting that allows you to view the kitchen from your table.  Focus is placed on seasonal and local ingredients, which causes the menu to change from [...]

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