Archive for August, 2016

Winery of the Week: Seebass Vineyards – Mendocino County, Ca

Winery of the Week: Seebass Vineyards – Mendocino County, Ca

The folks at Seebass Vineyards have been growing grapes on their estate, in California’s Mendocino County for over thirty years. Much of that fruit is sold...

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George’s Rants and Raves: Monkey Shoulder Blended Scotch

George’s Rants and Raves: Monkey Shoulder Blended Scotch

Just when you get used to Scotch having unpronounceable names that no one can even spell, along comes Monkey Shoulder Scotch. This is not some Johnny come lately...

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Wines of the Week: Barra & Girasole Vineyards – Mendocino County, Ca

Wines of the Week: Barra & Girasole Vineyards – Mendocino County, Ca

Just north of Ukiah in Mendocino County, California, Charlie Barra grows grapes, and he’s got a little bit of experience. This year, he’ll complete his 71st...

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Catalina Island: A Pacific Playground

Catalina Island: A Pacific Playground

Just 22 miles off the Southern California coast, Catalina Island has long been regarded as a Pacific paradise where families, romantics, adventurers and business...

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George’s Rants and Raves: Wild Docta and Wild Sit Russ

George’s Rants and Raves: Wild Docta and Wild Sit Russ

Did you ever wonder who in the hell those 4 out of 5 scientists are who one week inform you that coffee will kill you and then that very following week tell you...

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Cooking with Ellen: Pasta with Ricotta and Peas

Cooking with Ellen: Pasta with Ricotta and Peas

I started out with a goal this year. I wanted to completely change the way I cooked for my family, so I set myself a goal. I was going to identify 15 winning recipes...

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“Shush” the Summer Heat with these Shandy Slush Cocktails

“Shush” the Summer Heat with these Shandy Slush Cocktails

We’re in the midst of summer and the occasion encourages one to sit back and relax, whether it’d be with a refreshing beverage or just a mental refresher. ...

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