BBQ Party: “Sunshine in a Bite” sundried tomatoes and salami appetizer recipe
My recipe for "Sunshine in a Bite" sundried tomatoes and salami crackers will hold your hamburger and corn-on-the-cob loving guests at bay while you grill…
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Stark Sips: 2009 Artesa Chardonnay, Carneros Napa ($20, 90 pts.)
During marathon tastings, I’ve sat for hours going through all their reserves, library wines, etc. But I always come back to this Chardonnay.
Stark Sips: 2008 La Follette Chardonnay, Mendocino Ridge ($48, 94 pts.)
More floral, less buttery (win, win).
Stark Sips: 2010 Napa Cellars Sauvignon Blanc, Napa Valley ($22, 87 pts.)
Clean finish; a nice match for a warm late summer evening.
Spa Retreat: How to Make Lavender Oil (Cold-Pressed Method)
The smell of lavender relaxes and makes one conjure up memories of the last luxurious day at the spa.
Offal: The art of whole animal cooking and eating
I grew up in a family that would joke about who would eat the duck's butt or fight for the duck brains during a multi-course…
Things To Do: Sailing on the San Francisco Bay
One of the best features of the Bay Area are the beautiful, and often under-appreciated, San Francisco Bay and Monterey Bay waters.
Chefs of the Bay Area unite for cause
One hundred percent of the proceeds will benefit Meals On Wheels of San Francisco.
5 must-try white wines
Sometimes, sitting back and watching the sun go down over an easy-going glass of white wine is as magical as it gets.
Reinventing the cheese grater to save space
I realize that the Twist N Grate solves a well-known problem in modern times. No, it is not the shortage of cheese...it is the shortage…