Behold The Top Of Athens! Yes, you are looking at Lycabettus Hill, which towers on the left of the picture over Athens Greece, even higher than the majesty of the Parthenon atop the Acropolis! The Acropolis is the large, fortified… Read More ›
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Do You Frolic In Wild Mustard? Here’s How You Can – Plus Sheep In The Napa Vineyards Too!
Welcome To Napa Valley’s Mustard Season! That’s my wife Alex standing amid the massive wild mustard fields – growing between dormant vines! Take a look: Napa Valley is home to some of the world’s greatest wines, and it also grows… Read More ›
It’s “National Wine Day” 2024! Here’s Why It’s Healthy To Celebrate!
It’s “National Wine Day“! This sign sums up my feelings for wine. And today is a day for me to show my appreciation. That’s right, May 25th is “National Wine Day”, a day to celebrate wine, so get ready to unwind… Read More ›
Climbing Mountains, Drinking Wine and Making A “Cassatedde!” A Look Back At Our Mt. Etna Adventure!
Eyeing A Lava Recipe! As some of you know, my wife Alex and I love to travel. And we love to eat local cuisine – so that is why I am staring intently at a “lava” recipe! How did we… Read More ›
“Love Burgers” And Bacon Roses! Here Are Tasty Valentine’s Day Recipes!
Ready For Valentine’s Day? Well I am, because I’m making bacon roses – and you can too! I found this on the great website “TheDailyBacon”…and they posted a recipe for how to win your lover’s heart – through the magic… Read More ›
Have You Seen “Vertical Lasagna?” I Ate It And Here’s Video Proof!
Yes, it’s “Vertical Lasagna!” Since I launched a separate blog all about food, I’ve cut back a bit here – but there are times like today where something is worth sharing and sharing an sharing some more, so if you… Read More ›
Opening Florence Italy’s Wine Windows! Cheers!
Welcome To Florence! Yes, nighttime in Florence Italy is magical, as the Arno river flows through the center of town…my wife Alex and I love the city, filled with incredible architecture…such as the famous “Ponte Vecchio” bridge that houses many… Read More ›
RIP Chef Michael Chiarello….Paying Tribute To This Great Chef And His “Live Fire” Cooking…
RIP Chef Michael Chiarello… Brilliant Chef Michael Chiarello died at the age of 61 on Friday night – shocking news that stunned the culinary world. My wife Alex and I first met Chef in 2012 when we were invited to a… Read More ›
A Toast To “International Cabernet Day”! Celebrating The Health Benefits Of Red Wine!
Apparently, Yesterday Was “International Cabernet Day“! I can’t keep up with all of these “days” – whether national or international, but since I celebrate a good Cabernet every day, nothing was lost! There are so many “international” days – but… Read More ›
A Deliciously Hilarious “Ortolan” Homage! My Flaming Food, Human Napkin Shield And A Bacon-And-Egg iPhone Surprise!
Get Ready For A Wild Ortolan-esque Food Adventure… On our recent trip through Italy and France, my wife Alex and I had an incredible meal that included a hilarious “homage” to a now-outlawed delicacy – and it involved napkin shields!… Read More ›
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