It seems that these days there are boutique and small gin distilleries popping up all over. Being a long term gin drinker I can recall the days when my choices at any typical bar were severely limited; Beefeater, Tanqueray, Bombay, … Continue reading
As you all know juniper defines Gin. If there’s no juniper in the liquor, its not Gin. Its really that simple. Without juniper you have flavored (ugh) Vodka. But what other botanicals are ‘allowed’ in gin? As it turns out, … Continue reading
Are you wondering what Gin(s) make the best Martinis? I came across this article while perusing my twitter feed (@Shkn_Nt_Strrd) and found it interesting. I hope you do too. best-gins-to-use-in-a-martini I particularly like Gin #1 as a suggestion for a … Continue reading
We’ve finally come to the final, and probably most important, contentious, and difficult edition of Shaken vs. Stirred Revisited: Taste. Does Shaking change the taste of the Martini? I’ve been scratching my head trying to develop an effective and simple … Continue reading
The Grill on the Alley is located hidden in the back of a shopping complex. You have to drive past several other beckoning restaurants. But don’t be distracted, the Grill is where you want to be. I’ve been here a … Continue reading
As you all know, last Saturday was World Gin Day. Some friends and I sampled a small collection of gins. It was a last minute, fun, and very informal event. I thought I would share the comments and ratings of … Continue reading
Happy World Gin Day to everyone. I hope everyone has a great celebration but remember to have a Designated Driver if you’re out. … Continue reading
Putting together a few Gins for a fun taste comparison, on a budget. … Continue reading
I normally wouldn’t review a chain restaurant but Bonefish Grill doesn’t ‘feel’ like a chain. Indeed, when I first walked in I thought it was a local establishment and didn’t realize it wasn’t until I looked online for the correct … Continue reading
Cafe Fiore is a small but busy trattoria located just off the ‘main drag’ in downtown Ventura, CA. The decor is rustic modern; very clean and comfortable with a lot of exposed woodwork. The bar is front and central in … Continue reading