Michael Jackson, the early guy was the one I remember
There are many parallels between Elvis and Michael Jackson. And, for my generation, growing up a teen in the 80s, Michael Jackson was our Elvis.…
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Internet wine TV: The golden age of basement oenophiles, fast talkers and future stars?
Welcome to the golden age of wine TV. We take a look at some of the top online wine video shows on the Internet.
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…
Is Loni’s next car La Katrina?
At the SubZERO techno arts festival in Silicon Valley, Loni does some car shopping and finds a unique, well-equipped ride with attitude to spare.
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 white…
Does Tom Sizemore need to audition? Interview conclusion with film director Jeffrey Goodman
The juicy conclusion of our interview with film director Jeffrey Goodman. Lots of insider information on film-making. Some of this highlights in the revealing segment:…
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…
Bay Area theater summer news and updates
There is still plenty to do even with the summer slowdown in Theater as Clint alluded to yesterday in the weekly digest. Here are…
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 for…
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…