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An insight into the history of Feasts, Fasts, Famines & Fads!

An insight into the history of Feasts, Fasts, Famines & Fads!

  Dr. Myrna Tonkinson of the School of Social and Cultural Studies at the University of Western Australia parted the curtains (I was going to write “kimono”)...

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CA Wines of the Year: The Winners

CA Wines of the Year: The Winners

  After two rounds of tastings, sorting through over 100 total entries, we’re finally ready to reveal our wines of the year. The finalists in each category...

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The All Nighter

The All Nighter

Here is a wonderful dessert from Master Chef Robert Sturm for anyone that needs an indulgent break from your New Year’s resolution diet.  Just be careful;...

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CA Wines of the Year: Port & Dessert Wines – Round 1

CA Wines of the Year: Port & Dessert Wines – Round 1

    We continue our look back at some of our favorite wines from 2011 along with new bottles that wineries submitted as their own favorites. Wines were divided...

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Touring Puglia, Italy

Touring Puglia, Italy

  Located right in the heel of Italy’s boot, Puglia’s 6 provinces showcase more than 500 miles of lapis-lazuli coastline on both the Adriatic and Ionian Seas....

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CA Wines of the Year: Cab, Merlot, and Other Bordeaux – Round 1

CA Wines of the Year: Cab, Merlot, and Other Bordeaux – Round 1

We continue our look back at some of our favorite wines from 2011 along with new bottles that wineries submitted as their own favorites. Wines were divided into...

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Dining Detectives: Tavola Italian Kitchen – Novato

Dining Detectives: Tavola Italian Kitchen – Novato

  We love Italian Cuisine and are continually amazed that there are so many unique offerings at Italian Restaurants in The Bay Area. We had heard that East Coast...

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CA Wines of the Year: “Other” Whites – Round 1

CA Wines of the Year: “Other” Whites – Round 1

    We continue our look back at some of our favorite wines from 2011 along with new bottles that wineries submitted as their own favorites. Wines were divided...

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National Hot Toddy Day: Spiced Toddy Revolucion

National Hot Toddy Day: Spiced Toddy Revolucion

January 11 is National Hot Toddy Day. So, of course, we had to put the Tequila REVOLUCION spin on a classic cocktail. So, when you’re heating up that cider…get...

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Oven Roast Chicken with Fresh Thyme and Honey Butter

Oven Roast Chicken with Fresh Thyme and Honey Butter

This year, try something healthy and sweet for your friends and family – tasty recipes sweetened with honey. Why honey? Honey is not only a delicious way to sweeten...

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