In early December ’07, I returned from a two week trip to Japan. It was my fourth trip to Japan in the past 6 years. I went to Osaka to visit my in-laws and to spend some time in, what is now, one of my favorite palces to travel. On this trip, I primarily stayed …
Monthly Archives: December 2007
When it’s cool outside
When the weather turns to this wintery, below 60 degrees, there are a few specific wines that I think about! Along with that, a few season specific foods that come to mind. In my kitchen, this is the time to indulge in hearty foods, hearty vegetables, carrots, turnips, squash/ pumpkins and of course MUSHROOMS!!!!!!! Pastas, especially stuffed …
Roach Clip – 10 Rules for Buying Good Wine for the Beginner
#1. Wine rules are made to be broken. For example, it’s commonly believed that white wine goes with fish, or white sauces and red wine goes with meat. There are times when the opposite may be optimal. #2. Always taste wine before buying – unless you are: (a) familiar with the wine critic who rated …
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