Bordeaux is justifiably known for making some of the very best red wines in the world. And while the red wines from some of the most famous vineyards in Bordeaux range from several hundred dollars a bottle to a couple thousand dollars a bottle, there are very good Bordeaux red wines in the $12-30 range. Continue reading “If You Like Sauvignon Blanc Wine, You May Love The White Wines From Bordeaux”
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Decanting Wine – Why, When, and How
Decanting wines can significantly improve their taste. If you are not currently decanting any wines this post will help you understand why decanting can have a very positive impact on the wines you are drinking and what wines benefit the most from decanting. I will share some suggestions on how long you should decant itContinue reading “Decanting Wine – Why, When, and How”
A Different Approach to Tacos
We have always enjoyed tacos. Beef tacos, pork tacos, fish tacos – we love them all. when making them at home for years we bought one of the boxes of preformed corn taco shells at the supermarket and just loaded them up with the protein and all the fixings. At Beth’s suggestion we recently triedContinue reading “A Different Approach to Tacos”
How much do you have to pay to get a nice bottle of wine to drink?
Well, if your table wines are Classified Growth Bordeaux wines, then your definition of a “nice” wine, and your budget, is very different from mine. My definition of nice is a wine that complements my everyday dinner and I enjoy drinking it every time I open a bottle. Finding those wines at really attractive priceContinue reading “How much do you have to pay to get a nice bottle of wine to drink? “
The BEST BUY for Cab Franc Is Finally Back!
For years one of the top selling wines at Trader Joe’s was not their “2 Buck Chuck”. It was a Cabernet Franc from the Central Coast Region of California called Lazy Bones. The bottle was distinctive with a naked woman sprawled across the label. If you are not familiar with Cab Franc, it, along withContinue reading “The BEST BUY for Cab Franc Is Finally Back!”
Virginia Wine Tasting Weekend
Beth and I did a wine tasting weekend in Loudoun County VA this weekend and this post will share notes on the four vineyards we visited. I will start with some general comments and then talk about each of the wineries facilities, tasting options, food options, and my appraisal of their wines. General Comments LoudounContinue reading “Virginia Wine Tasting Weekend”
Delicious Ciabatta Rolls
Do you love a sandwich on a nice Ciabatta Roll? I do, and making them yourself can be easy and a fun! The primary bread recipe that I use can make many different breads. I use it most for my Baguettes but also for: My basic bread recipe and lots of notes and suggestions canContinue reading “Delicious Ciabatta Rolls”
Slow Roasted Standing Rib Roast
We had a delicious Standing Rib Roast for our family Christmas Dinner and I am sharing the recipe and my notes on this if you would like to give it a try. The recipe that you can download below says Slow Roasted Prime Rib. Most recipes say that a standing rib roast can be calledContinue reading “Slow Roasted Standing Rib Roast”
A Bordeaux Celebration For Our 2024 Family Christmas Dinner
We very much enjoyed the Bordeaux wines shown in the picture below that we had at the family’s Christmas Dinner to accompany Standing Rib Roast and Poached Cod. We had 14 people representing three generations. The low price we paid for each of the three wines significantly added to their appeal. Chateau Mauvesin Barton, aContinue reading “A Bordeaux Celebration For Our 2024 Family Christmas Dinner”
What Is Aioli? And What Does It Have To Do With Mayonnaise?
Have you seen restaurant menus with one or more dishes being served with an aioli and wondered how do they make that sauce? Would you like to be able to easily add a sauce like that to some of the dishes you make at home? It is very easy to do that! The picture showsContinue reading “What Is Aioli? And What Does It Have To Do With Mayonnaise?”
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