Cask strength single malt Scotch, Irish Whiskey, Cognac, etc. at the newly open “Vom Fass” (Translated from German means, “From the Cask”). We could taste up to three for free, then $1 per taste not to exceed 10 less than one ounce pours. (Yes they do parties!) Liqueurs in flavors that ranged from fruit to…
This had to be the hardest thing I’ve made so far. Ed had the bouquet garni so I skipped buying the parts for that. I didn’t soak the beans the day before, I bought them and the tomatoes canned. I almost had Ed convinced to let me use cooked bacon. I used my friend Gary…
I get excited every time I see Agua Dulce Winery in our news. (You all know how passionate I am about every wine establishment we have!) This time they’re serving wine to benefit the work of Carousel Ranch. WHO: CarouselRanch is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing developmentaltherapeutic and recreational programs for disabled children throughhorses. …
Six years of exceptional Holiday Wine Tasting events havebeen brought to you by the same wine bar that recently celebrated its eighthbirthday – with a wild party that included balloons, cake and live music:Valencia Wine Company. This decidedly different type of event, on November 14 atthe Tournament Players Club (TPC) in Valencia, will definitely entertain,…
Thisis a fun twist on the Cosmopolitan, or “Cosmo” as the cool people callit. I use Rose’s Sweetened Lime juice in this recipe. If you preferyour drink less sweet and more tart, feel free to use the same amountof fresh.Serves 1 3 ounces good vodka3 ounces white cranberry juice1 1/2 ounces Rose’s Sweetened Lime Juice1…
As I was driving to my appointment with DiMaggio Washington, owner of The Cellar Wine Bar and Restaurant, I was reminiscing about when we first started going there, a little over two years ago, back when it was All Corked Up. We initially took advantage of All Corked Up’s wine locker rentals, and soon found…
Help us celebrate DiMaggio’s success with a book signing! Date: Saturday, October 23rd Time: 2:00 p.m. – Until the wine and books run out … Location: The Cellar Wine Bar and Restaurant – of course! DiMaggio will be on hand to sign his first published book, entitled World Wine Education. Books will be available…
I’VE HAD MORE THAN 23 WINES TO TASTE IN ONE 8 HOUR PERIOD AND DIMAGGIO DOESN’T LET ME SWALLOW ANY. WILL I CHEAT? Yes, that’s the real title of the post. I’ve had DiMaggio Washington’s classes before. I know he doesn’t like us to drink the tastes, I know that I need to expectorate, I…