Random Martini Quote For The Day

“A perfect martini should be made by filling a glass with gin then waving it in the general direction of Italy.” Noël Coward   For more fun Martini quotes check out the appropriately titled “Martini Quotes” page, or click the … Continue reading

Random Martini Quote for the Day

“Be wary of strong drink.  It can make you shoot at tax collectors … and miss.” Robert A. Heinlein   For more fun Martini quotes check out the appropriately titled “Martini Quotes” page, or click the link:  Martini Quotes. … Continue reading

Bar Review: Del Frisco’s, Philadelphia, PA

Let me start by saying up front that Del Frisco’s is my favorite Philadelphia restaurant.  Del Frisco’s is an impressive Steakhouse, for the Steaks, the service, the wine list, the magnificent bar, and the extraordinary interior. The restaurant occupies the … Continue reading

Bar Review: Tutti Mangia, Claremont, CA

Tutti Mangia is a very quiet quaint smallish Italian Chophouse in Clarement.  Very easy to miss if you’re not looking for it.  Which would be a shame because it is very good. And did I mention small?  The bar only … Continue reading

Random Martini Quote for the Day

“I would like to observe the vermouth from across the room while I drink my martini.” Sir Winston Churchill   For more fun Martini quotes check out the appropriately titled “Martini Quotes” page, or click the link:  Martini Quotes. … Continue reading

Celebrate Blue Moon Friday!

This Friday evening we witness a rare ‘Blue Moon’.   Sounds like a perfect reason to celebrate with a Perfect Martini.  Not that we need much of an excuse. For those wondering, a ‘Blue Moon’ is either the third full moon … Continue reading

Random Martini Quote for the Day

“When I read about the evils of drinking, I gave up reading.” Henny Youngman For more fun Martini quotes check out the appropriately titled “Martini Quotes” page, or click the link:  Martini Quotes. … Continue reading

New Page: Botanical Elements of Gin

I’ve added a new page to this blog:  Botanical Elements of Gin.    Take a moment to check it out.  Suggestions for additions, updates, or corrections gladly accepted.   If you enjoy these posts and want immediate notification of new entries … Continue reading

Random Martini Quote for the Day

“I never go jogging, it makes me spill my martini.” George Burns   For more fun Martini quotes check out the appropriately titled “Martini Quotes” page, or click the link:  Martini Quotes. … Continue reading