Archive for September, 2011

Wines of the Week: Diamond Ridge Vineyards – Lake County, Ca

Wines of the Week: Diamond Ridge Vineyards – Lake County, Ca

In the stern, rocky soils at Diamond Ridge Vineyards in Lake County, high yields are not an option. Therefore the mantra of Diamond Ridge can be summed up in one...

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George’s Rants & Raves: OYO Vodkas and Whiskey

George’s Rants & Raves: OYO Vodkas and Whiskey

When I pulled up in front of the Middle West Spirits distillery, little did I realize that I was about to have a spirited religious type of experience. Now, I have...

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Chillin’ with Santa Fe Chilies

Chillin’ with Santa Fe Chilies

New Mexico is known to be hot and it’s know for its chilies, also known to be hot; a specific red and green variety grown here that are unique among chilies. But...

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Wines of the Week: Rosa d’Oro Vineyards & Winery – Lake County, Ca

Wines of the Week: Rosa d’Oro Vineyards & Winery – Lake County, Ca

  Rosa d’Oro vineyards and winery is owned and operated by the Buttitta family. They have been growing premium wine grapes in California since 1953. Now,...

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Dining Detectives: Southern Pacific Smokehouse – Novato, CA

Dining Detectives: Southern Pacific Smokehouse – Novato, CA

  We were very impressed with the décor and attention to detail as we entered The Southern Pacific Smokehouse. Their beautiful Bar was straight ahead, Exhibition...

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St. Augustine’s Authentic Eateries

St. Augustine’s Authentic Eateries

  Bistro de Leon Tucked away on Cathedral Place across from the Plaza in St. Augustine’s historic district, Jean Stephane Poinard serves up la cuisine de meres...

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Cognac Summit Cocktail

Cognac Summit Cocktail

If you’re not the type to sip cognac on its own or you just couldn’t spring for the incredible but much more expensive Camus XO, he’s a cocktail...

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George’s Rants & Raves: Camus VSOP Elegance & XO Elegance Cognac

George’s Rants & Raves: Camus VSOP Elegance & XO Elegance Cognac

 Ah, the French! You have to love them or hate them but you simply can’t ignore them. They protect what’s theirs with the ferocity of a mother lioness sheltering...

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Wines of the Week: Shannon Ridge – Lake County, Ca

Wines of the Week: Shannon Ridge – Lake County, Ca

   Clay and Margarita Shannon have been working with Lake County fruit for over two decades, so they understand the area’s potential for producing great...

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Dining Detectives: Left Bank Brasserie- Larkspur, CA

Dining Detectives: Left Bank Brasserie- Larkspur, CA

  The Left Bank Brasserie has been serving French Bistro cuisine in Larkspur for more than 16 years. Restaurateur Roland Passot has created a wonderful dining destination...

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