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An update from Destination Riesling on Germany’s star grape
https://vimeo.com/5309729
The Riesling grape must enjoy the cold.
The #1 star of the German wine industry, it is grown in the northernmost climate possible. And even...
Mexico begins marketing efforts to restore $13B tourism industry
It will be a nice change to see some positive Mexico headlines in the coming weeks and months.
Fortunately the Mexican government (via the Mexico...
Gateway enters netbook market with first 11.6-inch display
With today's announcement of a new $399 netbook, now even Gateway, famous for their cow spotted shipping boxes and low prices, has entered this...
2005 Tin Roof Cellars Merlot, California North Coast (89 pts, $7.49)
Cherry. Bargain.
That's the two word summary for this Merlot. I'd score higher if it weren't for just a tad too much cherry. It eases...
Alfa Dutch beer: Refreshments for a sunny San Jose day
A little break from wine tasting. Never tried this Dutch one before (from Alfa Brewery in the Netherlands), but have a few tee'd up...
Weekly digest #24/#25: The fish never did jump in the boat
Best line from last week: "The fish never did jump in the boat."
That was Jeffrey Goodman referring to an expression he had heard when...
Silicon Valley started here, in a garage, 71 years ago
A garage anywhere else usually means car restoration projects, power tools or piles of old boxes and long-forgotten knick-nacks covered in dust and moth...
Theater Review: Stamp of approval for ‘Mauritius’
Mauritius is showcase of talent, story and first-class entertainment.
Loreto Bay Breaking News: San Diego media pick-up story
With stories of Iran, Obama, and summer festivals flashing across mainstream media, there is little real attention placed on all that is happening in...
Twitter and revolution, natural partners in Iranian up-rising
It's hard not to be amazed what is happening in Iran, on multiple counts.
One is the up-rising of the youth that has quickly spread...







