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George’s Rants and Raves: Bache Gabrielsen Cognac

George’s Rants and Raves: Bache Gabrielsen Cognac

Bet you can’t tell me which is the top selling cognac in Norway? Well, if you read the title to this article, you would know that it’s Bache Gabrielsen! Norwegian...

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OCTOBERFEST 2016:  Hofbräuhouse Brew Hall Will Host Millions at Historic Festival

OCTOBERFEST 2016: Hofbräuhouse Brew Hall Will Host Millions at Historic Festival

The brew making history of Hofbräuhouse in München began with Wilhelm V., Duke of Bavaria (1579 – 1597), who had a thirsty and demanding royal household, which...

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Wines of the Week: Compelling Cali-Rhone – Red Blends

Wines of the Week: Compelling Cali-Rhone – Red Blends

Rhone grape varieties pair just perfectly with summer. In California, they tend to produce wines that are lively and bright, which make them lovely to drink during...

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Lemon Ginger Cheesecake Mousse Cups

Lemon Ginger Cheesecake Mousse Cups

Impress your guests with a dessert that’s simple to make and adorable to serve: Lemon Ginger Cheesecake Mousse Cups, courtesy of Barefeet in the Kitchen. Made...

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RA Sushi San Diego Still Rockin’

RA Sushi San Diego Still Rockin’

RA Sushi—a staple in San Diego’s famed Gaslamp District that’s known for its stylish spin on sushi and cool lounge-like atmosphere that draws patrons in droves....

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George’s Rants and Raves: Canadian Club Rye

George’s Rants and Raves: Canadian Club Rye

Rye whiskey has come and gone into favor over the centuries and guess what? It’s coming back again! In the late 1700’s and early 1800’s distillers were selling...

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Summer Sips for Trendy Drinkers

Summer Sips for Trendy Drinkers

Amaro Montenegro is an intriguing spirit for cocktail enthusiasts looking for new flavor experiences. With a taste that is both bitter and slightly sweet, the blend...

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Wines of the Week: Compelling Cali-Rhone – Mourvèdre & More

Wines of the Week: Compelling Cali-Rhone – Mourvèdre & More

Red Cali-Rhone wines, like Mourvèdre, are ideal for summer because they are (more often than not) a lovely match for the dishes many of us love at our cookouts....

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Fess Parker Properties Opens New Santa Barbara Tasting Room

Fess Parker Properties Opens New Santa Barbara Tasting Room

Opening its doors on June 22nd, the newest Fess Parker tasting room will bring together Santa Barbara’s iconic beach atmosphere with a rotating selection of 16...

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George’s Rants and Raves: Dewar’s 12 Year Old Blended Scotch

George’s Rants and Raves: Dewar’s 12 Year Old Blended Scotch

Dewar’s is the world’s most awarded blended Scotch whisky with more than 500 medals earned in international competitions, and since they’ve been whipping up...

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