The middle of the pack flows in a glass
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Gamblers on the ponies know that place and show tickets keep them in the game. They don’t have to pick...
Fine Wines for Turbulent Times
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Grape vines have evolved to tolerate dramatic variations in climate and soil. Vines that struggle to find water and nutrients...
Better Wine Lists at Wine Bars and Restaurants
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Our ongoing field research has exposed us to wine lists that if stacked one atop another would reach the moon....
Sarasota’s Le Colonne to Reopen as Nōnnō Umbertō Italian Seafood & Steakhouse
Le Colonne is preparing to reopen with Chef Simone Salustri at the helm, under the new name honoring Le Colonne’s founder. Opening in the...
Fantasy Wine Flights
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Two schools of thought about what makes a good cocktail: the minimalists ask for a specific spirit in the drink,...
Fantasy Wine Flights
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Barcelona Wine Bars have a deep bench of Iberian (Spanish and Portuguese), Central, and South American wines. They feature wine...
Early Impact of Tariffs on Wine Imports and Exports
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Donald Trump is playing the role of the Queen of Hearts in the Alice in Wonderland revival now in its...
How to Ruin Classic Food and Drink Recipes
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Ever order a classic dish from a restaurant menu or a classic drink from a bar menu and have it...
Specialty Foods and Wines
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As we have argued recently, the web has opened up opportunities for talented chefs to present menus through their web...
Summer Beverage Bargains
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Summer has its own special outdoor events and adventures, celebrations, and menus for lunch and dinner. Choosing the right beverages...