Martini Making Pet Peeves

Do you have a pet peeve regarding Martini Making?  I do, several. Having now carefully observed many bartenders making my Martinis and, on occasion, taking notes I have come up with a few pet peeves on bartender’s Martini making processes.  … Continue reading

Vodka Clown Show?

I’m not much of a Vodka drinker, and certainly never in Martinis.  None-the-less one cannot have helped but notice the recent trend in flavored Vodkas.  I’ve observed this with great amusement and occasional bewilderment.  I mean Bacon Vodka?  Really?  If … Continue reading

Great Gin Selection at the local Reststop!

Last week while traveling in Scotland, we stopped at a little roadside restaurant, “Stonehouse” for lunch outside of Foulis on the A9.  Beside the restaurant was their giftshop.  There covering two entire top shelves was this selection of Gins. This … Continue reading

Random Martini Quote for the Day

He knows just how I like my martini – full of alcohol. Homer Simpson   For more fun quotes check out the “Martini Quotes” page, or click the link:  Martini Quotes. … Continue reading

Random Martini Quote for the Day

I’m not talking a cup of cheap gin splashed over an ice cube.   I’m talking satin, fire and ice; Fred Astaire in a glass; surgical cleanliness, insight, comfort; redemption and absolution.  I’m talking MARTINI Anonymous   For more fun quotes … Continue reading

Bar Review: Stubrick’s Steakhouse and Bar, Fullerton, CA

Stubrick’s is know locally for their steaks and deservedly so.  They are very good, as is everything else I’ve tried.  The service is fine and the servers are friendly.  There is live music on the weekends and pool tables upstairs.   … Continue reading