The history of the martini is a murky one. As one might guess with many alcoholic concoctions through time, things weren’t always written down. This appears to be the case with the Martini. Still, the history of the martini can … Continue reading
The Cellar in Fullerton is a great cozy little romantic place that is, really, in the cellar of ‘The Villa Del Sol’ building. This is a 1923 Spanish Colonial with its own interesting history. The Cellar itself was created in … Continue reading
While walking around Glasgow recently, I came across “The Good Spirits Co.” and decided to stop in. While I was intending to explore their Whiskey selection the discussion quickly turned to gins. Much to my surprise our host, Victoria, offered us a … Continue reading
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
Happy Birthday to Sir Sean Connery, the original, and in many minds, the best James Bond. He is 85 today. Connery is also the original voice behind my ‘Shaken, not Stirred’ theme on this blog. I can’t speak for everyone … Continue reading
“Do not allow children to mix drinks. It is unseemly and they use too much vermouth.” Steve Allen For more fun Martini quotes check out the appropriately titled “Martini Quotes” page, or click the link: Martini Quotes. … Continue reading
We mentioned thermal flow several times as part of discussions on keeping a drink cold. So I started wondering exactly what are the typical thermal paths for a Martini? First lets understand that cold doesn’t exist, there is only the … Continue reading
“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
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