I was first introduced to this cocktail in Singapore. I was in the renown Tiger Bar in one of Singapore’s historic landmarks, the Raffles Hotel. My bartender, Tommy Liu said he had something uniquely American for me, and it was a called a “Horse’s Neck.” Ingredients: 2 ounces of bourbon 8 ounces of ginger…
I’ve been a fan of Ventura Limoncello ever since I tried it at the LA Wine Fest some five years ago. I feel in love with all three flavors (Original, Creamy and Blood Orange) and what I can’t find locally, I’ve traveled over thirty minutes to get my hands on. For locals that want a…
Our founding father’s certainly appreciated quality liquor. Most did not follow the colonial custom of drinking rum. Benjamin Franklin brewed beer. Thomas Jefferson was also a brewer and set up large vineyards at Monticello. George Washington had his own recipe for porter, a dark brown bitter beer brewed from malt that has been partly charred….
“I was totally dumbfounded by your call,” Elena Boiko, my longtime friend and fellow sommelier, smiled. “Gregory Alonzo willing to share his private bourbon stock with me?” she playfully teased. “I thought American men preferred to imbibe in bourbon and smoke cigars when they shared in man talk.” “Now when have you known me to…
Seared scallops with home grown orange, brandy, whiskey, & mint reduction topped with a hint of caviar! In my husband Steve’s words, “Perfection on a Plate!” I don’t measure….LOL but here goes: For the glaze – about 6 juicy oranges (strained) salt, Agava, brandy, whiskey….bring to a reduction/glaze. Towards the end, add a couple of…
Today I am in the heart of Kyiv, the bustling capital of Ukraine. This is now my home and I love this grand city. Kyiv is one of the oldest and most beautiful cities in Eastern Europe. The city has existed since the 5th century, and has long been established as an important commercial center….
Over the years I have been most fortunate to travel to some seventy countries. I have visited a few countries that far exceed the realm of the exotic. However, when it comes to Iceland, this lovely little country is absolutely out of this world. Back in my military days, I worked as a Marine Security…
Located on the confluence of the Sava and Danube rivers, the city of Belgrade juts out across the the Pannonian Plain and meets the Balkans. Its name in English translates as ‘White City.’ Not only is Belgrade one of the largest cities in East Central Europe, it is a particular favorite of my long-time friend…
Steak Diane & Crepes Ingredients: •1 porterhouse steak, 18 oz. (or 4 filets, as in the traditional recipe) •½ teaspoon of salt •¼ teaspoon of black pepper •2 tablespoons of butter •1 shallot, minced •1 cup white button mushrooms, washed and sliced •1 teaspoon of minced garlic •¼ cup of brandy •2 teaspoons of Dijon…
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