Archive for April, 2011

Whitcraft Winery: Wine – Pure & Simple

Whitcraft Winery: Wine – Pure & Simple

Even during his childhood, wine was a part of Drake Whitcraft’s life. He was still in elementary school the first time he helped out in the cellar of his parents’...

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EL AL ISRAEL AIRLINES: PASSOVER RECIPES

EL AL ISRAEL AIRLINES: PASSOVER RECIPES

CAULIFLOWER-LEEK KUGEL WITH ALMOND-HERB CRUST a la Executive Chef Steven Weintraub of Borenstein Caterers Ingredients: – 2 medium heads cauliflower florets...

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EL AL ISRAEL AIRLINES: Passover Recipes

EL AL ISRAEL AIRLINES: Passover Recipes

  LEEK- PARELEY MATZO BALLS a la Executive Chef Steven Weintraub of Borenstein Caterers Ingredients: Yield 36 – 4 large eggs – 6 tablespoons margarine –...

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Great chefs are Congregating at the Summerfield Waldorf School & Farm

Great chefs are Congregating at the Summerfield Waldorf School & Farm

The discovery of the Summerfield Waldorf School and Farm in Santa Rosa, CA for renowned chefs Traci Des Jardins of Jardinière, John Stewart and Duskie Estes of...

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Not your Typical Gourmet at Hannah Nicole Wine Dinner

Not your Typical Gourmet at Hannah Nicole Wine Dinner

   Wine is all about enjoyment, and when wineries host special dinners, the idea, of course, is to indulge the palate with harmonious flavor combinations of food...

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Dining Detectives- Chez Papa Resto

Dining Detectives- Chez Papa Resto

We have dined at Chez Papa Resto on Mint Plaza in San Francisco many times over the last few years and have always enjoyed the excellent French cuisine, stylish...

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Partida Southern Heat

Partida Southern Heat

  Here’s another cocktail to enjoy with world-class Partida Tequila.  Read our own spirits connoisseur’s take on Partida here.  Southern Heat 1 ½ oz...

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Finding Balance in the Vines: Richard Sanford & Alma Rosa Winery

Finding Balance in the Vines: Richard Sanford & Alma Rosa Winery

Richard Sanford returned from the war in Vietnam as a pacifist. He wanted to do something more earthly, something that brought him closer to nature. During his time...

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Abalone Cioppino

Abalone Cioppino

  Made with: Abalone from The Abalone Farm, Cayucos, CA Ingredients: 1 large Onion 1 bunch Green Onions – (including tops, sliced) 1 Green Pepper 2 whole...

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Hunt Cellars 2001 “CabOvation” Cabernet Sauvignon

Hunt Cellars 2001 “CabOvation” Cabernet Sauvignon

Grape(s): Cabernet Sauvignon Winery: Hunt Cellars Region: Paso Robles Year: 2001 Special Designation: “CabOvation” Price: 70-75 Review: Aromas of plums, cherries,...

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