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George’s Rants and Raves: Dewar’s Highlander Honey
Honestly now, what is it with all these convoluted flavorings that are appearing in nearly every spirit distilled today? Bourbon has gone sweet. Vodka comes...
Black Bean Corn Red Pepper Salad with Lime Cilantro Vinaigrette
This salad is so versatile you can add almost anything, and as long as you follow the directions on the dressing part of the salad, it will still give your palate...
Exploring the Wineries of the Dry Creek Valley – West Wines
When you think about Sweden, wine probably doesn’t come to mind. Yet, Katarina Bonde and Bengt Akerlind found their way from the Scandinavian shores to Sonoma...
Happy in Thailand – Part II – Charming History of Chaing Mai Life
The short flight from Bangkok to Chaing Mai in early morning is relaxing and pleasant. I recommend picking up a coffee to sip on your way to your departure gate....
Exploring the Wineries of the Dry Creek Valley – Sbragia Family Vineyards
Our next stop in Sonoma County’s Dry Creek Valley is at Sbragia Family Vineyards. There, Ed Sbragia carries on a legacy started by his father, Gino, and someday...
George’s Rants and Raves: Cana Brava Rum
Okay, so it’s time I gave Ford, Kosmas, Zaric, Barnekow and Roth their just due, and NO, they are not a law firm, although they sure sound like it. Individually...
Exploring the Wineries of the Dry Creek Valley – DaVero
DaVero is a unique winery in Sonoma County’s Dry Creek Valley. Where so many other chose to focus on Zinfandel or Cabernet, they planted Italian grape varieties,...
Cocktails for Fall TV Premieres
It’s time to say hello to fall and goodbye to reruns – all of your favorite television shows are returning for a new season and there is no better way to celebrate...
George Duran’s Arroz con Pollo Mole (Mole Rice and Chicken)
Taking a traditional dish a little further south of the boarder, George Duran’s recipe for Arroz con Pollo Mole (Rice and Chicken) is packed with unexpected ingredients...
Exploring the Wineries of the Dry Creek Valley – Fritz
Fritz Underground Winery, in Sonoma County’s Dry Creek Valley, was founded by Mr. Jay Arthur Fritz in the late 1970’s with a viticultural passion for sustainability,...
