Category: Wine & Spirits
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Animal – Los Angeles (Fairfax Area)
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Paul and I recently took a little mini-vacation to Los Angeles. It was a great time to see the Getty museums, The Walt Disney Concert Hall and Griffin Observatory. Chef Brian Redzikowski from Kettner Exchange suggested that we have dinner at Animal, one of the restaurants owned by Jon Shook and…
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Cocktails for the Oscars!
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If you are hosting a party for the Oscars this year, here are a couple of cocktail ideas that are sure to wow your guests. Both of these drinks start with a sweet & sour base that can be made the day before your event. Fresh Citrus Sweet & Sour…
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North County Wine Company (San Marcos, CA)
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My friend Curtis introduced me to a great wine shop/bar in San Marcos, CA yesterday evening. The North County Wine Company (www.northcountywinecompany.com) offers an impressive variety of wines at all price points. This shop is owned and operated by Jim and Bill Tobin and they provide a warm and welcome…
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A. Rafanelli 2012 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley, Sonoma County)
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I thought it would be appropriate to dedicate my first wine related blog to a wine I have really come to love over the past few years. The Rafanelli family has consistently produced luscious wines and their 2012 Zinfandel does not disappoint. Too often, wine collectors turn their nose at…