Monthly Archives: April 2012

Soft drinks: Izze sparkling blueberry

I love blueberries. Fresh blueberries, blueberry conserve, blueberry syrup and blueberries baked into pastries are all high on my list of blueberry treats. But as the blueberry preparation gets further away from the original fresh blueberry I get more skeptical. … Continue reading

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Great deals: Mark West Pinot Noir 2010

One of the best buys I’ve seen lately is the 2010 vintage of Mark West Pinot Noir. Berries, plum, anise and molasses are evident in a soft smooth wine. This 13.8% alcohol wine has a beautiful garnet color and a … Continue reading

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