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Tasting room: Salvestrin Winery Friday, August 13, 2010 @ 2:04PMNo matter how many wineries are visited and how many wines are tasted, there is still a certain thrill anytime it happens. "It," of course, is if the winemaker appears. OK, he or she is really just someone who knows a way around grapes, but it still somehow... Wine - Winery - Tasting room - Food - Winemaker
Light reds, whites best for summertime refreshment Wednesday, July 14, 2010 @ 11:03AMWhat wine are you drinking this summer? With temperatures in the Grand Valley soaring and early forecasts calling for near triple-digit temperatures, the heavyweight reds are going to stay cool and comfortable in the basement.
Bottles Made for the Nose Wednesday, March 17, 2010 @ 9:33PMBouké’s 2008 White Table Wine, 2007 Red Table Wine, 2008 Rosé Table Wine and 2008 Dessert Wine are intended to please sophisticated palates.
The Good Old Days in Darien / Ed Chrostowski Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 12:22AMRising from the chill of February's snowdrifts and the media blizzard on the Olympics are some pretty warm memories of Darien's brush with the international games over the years.
Michael Angarano Moves on From Kristen Stewart Wednesday, January 13, 2010 @ 11:47AMMICHAEL Angarano is moving on from his failed romance with Kristen Stewart! According to reports, the actor — who was dumped by Kristen so she could embark on a sexy romance with her Twilight costar Robert Pattinson — was spotted getting cozy with Alia Shawkat — Stewart’s costar in the upcoming film The Runaways, according to [...]
Steven Ivory: The Pie that Couldn't bring Tuesday, January 12, 2010 @ 10:08AM*Three weeks after the dreaded attacks of September 11, 2001, we were all seeking some comfort. At least that was Joe and Jennifer Steinberg's reasoning behind opening their beautiful, cozy West Los Angeles home to friends for a pot luck gathering.
Pork shoulder - make once, eat thrice Tuesday, January 5, 2010 @ 3:07PMPork is so versatile that different combinations of herbs and accompaniments can take each dish in a new direction.
Why Geologists Love Beer Friday, December 18, 2009 @ 9:20PMSAN FRANCISCO — Fact: Geologists love beer. There is abundant proof of this here at the American Geophysical Union meeting, the largest collection of earth scientists in the world. The talks, ...
Why Geologists Love Beer Friday, December 18, 2009 @ 5:33PMWired Science investigates the connection between geologists and beer at the world's largest earth sciences meeting.
Top Holiday Wine Pickes Friday, December 18, 2009 @ 7:21AMBy Ray Isle It seems as though every Thanksgiving people ask the same question: "What wine goes best with turkey?"
Recipe – Hoisin Braised Pork Belly Thursday, December 3, 2009 @ 12:51PMThis experiment turned out to be the answer to a very old question of mine. After I had the braised pork at Auckland’s Merlot restaurant two or three years back, I looked for a recipe that would give me the most tender pork I had ever eaten. It was truly delicate, something pork is [...]
To Offset the Fall Chill Saturday, November 14, 2009 @ 6:56PMDos Aguas from Macari Vinyards blends cabernet sauvignon, merlot, cabernet franc and malbec grapes grown in Mattituck.
Barefoot Pinot Noir Friday, November 13, 2009 @ 7:36AMThis newest varietal has a silky blend of dark cherry and hints of raspberry complement the aromas of brown spices making it a favorite choice for any occasion.
Our Garden: Bare root plants Wednesday, October 21, 2009 @ 12:21PMWe're nearing the end of our garden lection series, but we'll be back in the spring. In the meantime, check out some tips on going bare root.
Our Garden: Winter gardening Saturday, September 19, 2009 @ 10:18PMTHE HARDEST PART of gardening, sometimes, is making the transition between seasons. We need to clear beds out now in order to get our winter garden planted.
Our Garden: Winter gardening Wednesday, September 16, 2009 @ 4:13PMTHE HARDEST PART of gardening, sometimes, is making the transition between seasons. We need to clear beds out now in order to get our winter garden planted.
Varietals To Pair End-Of-Summer Meals Wednesday, September 16, 2009 @ 3:06PMAutumn is coming. Here in Southern California, its approach is gradual, but it’s still on the way. But there’s still time for end-of-the-summer dining and end-of-the-summer wines.
Giving the right wine a chill boosts the taste Wednesday, September 2, 2009 @ 6:36PMWine is like revenge. Both are best served cold. But just how cold the wine should be depends on type -- red, white or pink -- plus grape variety, flavor profile, quality level and even where it was
These after-5 recipes pair well with wine Wednesday, September 2, 2009 @ 12:29AMI'm fond of connoisseur-type experts who can pair wine with a meal to create perfection. I called in a panel of experts this week -- a group of friends referred to as the Gourmet Girls who have been hosting monthly meals for years.
Open your palate to Fireside Wednesday, August 19, 2009 @ 3:26AMThe Fireside Winery in Marengo is one of the newest wineries in the state, but it quickly has become one of the most popular. In just four short years, William and Rona Wyant have built one of the most popular spots on the wine trails.
The People's Guide Thursday, July 30, 2009 @ 5:04PMAs another week passes by and we gear up for the weekend, Michael Olivier and Neil Pendock present us their latest finds of the week, together with one of Michael's home tested recipes using fresh seasonal ingredients.
Wine time Thursday, July 2, 2009 @ 12:00AMThis is an extremely pleasant wine at any price, but at $10, it's a steal. It's smooth, warm, sensuous and loaded with fruit. It has a pleasant floral aroma with a powerful black cherry taste, mixed with a little spice that comes from eight months aging in French oak barrels.
Wines of the World: Building a case for Spanish Pink Wine Wednesday, July 1, 2009 @ 5:30PMIt is amazing how we ‘pigeonhole’ wine just like we do a steak. If it’s in Texas, it’s a BIG steak, often hanging off the plate. If it’s pink, it’s ‘a girl wine’ or one so light and tasteless that it might as well be water.
Gone fishin': These guys enjoy eating them as much as catching them Tuesday, June 23, 2009 @ 4:12PMIf you see a guy with “Team Latex” on his hat or T-shirt, ask him about the ultimate fishing and feeding trip. It’s a guy trip of dreams, happening same time next year.
Bond. Popsicle Bond. Wednesday, June 3, 2009 @ 5:13AMThree new summer treats will help you keep your cool this summer. Even though two of them are downright WEIRD.
Marvelous, Maligned Merlot Wednesday, May 20, 2009 @ 9:45PMSome recoveries happen more quickly than others. A light scratch can heal overnight while a deep cut can take days or even weeks to repair. But when you are an innocent grape varietal, unfairly maligned at the expense of a Hollywood movie plot, well, it can take quite awhile to bounce back.
Wine, etc: California softening sauvignon blanc Wednesday, May 20, 2009 @ 11:42AMThe sauvignon blanc seemed to be a safe choice. Priced at a pricey $55, the Duckhorn Sauvignon Blanc was coming from a top California producer and could be expected to outperform its contemporaries.