Category Archives: sip

Hard Drinks: Signs of Spring

Posted on April 5, 2013 by colleensachs

A long bike ride followed by a Pimm’s Cup makes a great early spring evening. Add 1 1/2 to 2 ounces of Pimm’s No. 1 to a glass filled with ice. Top with ginger ale (I like the spiciness of … Continue reading →

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Soft drinks: Izze sparkling blueberry

Posted on April 11, 2012 by colleensachs

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

Posted on April 10, 2012 by colleensachs

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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Classic pairing: oysters and Sancerre – Pascal Jolivet Sancerre 2009

Posted on January 4, 2012 by colleensachs

              As the weather turns cool in the Florida panhandle Apalachicola oysters are at their best. Through December and into January the oysters have been plump and firm and wonderful. They taste distinctly of … Continue reading →

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