Holiday Gift Guide- Vinturi Wine Aerator I know this is a little outside my normal fare, but this little gadget is too amazing not to share with my readers. Check out the Vinturi Wine Aerator.When ... Full Story

The foodie's year in review: it's been better It was a busy year for people who eat. Food recalls, melamine, the recession, and November’s historic election all brought food issues to the front page and we’ll be ... Full Story

Here's looking at you over the best beers in the world It's here!  The holidays.  Here's a toast to all of you, your friends and family.  Wishing you all the best of the season and ... Full Story

World Series of Poker dominated by Root Beer energy drink   Maybe it is the movie fan in me, but I find that many tasks in life go better with soundtracks. When walking through Seattle in the rain - it just does not seem right unless ... Full Story

Three favorite herbs that add zing to dinners When my Mother had to lay off the salt, her culinary ways underwent a change. She loved potato chips, bacon...all things salty, so it was a huge deal to lower her dependence on salt.  ... Full Story

Mumm Cuvee Napa- domestic sparkling perfection It was a day to celebrate.  I got through the Motor Vehicle Bureau in less than half a day (and, while trying to perform two simultaneous transactions, what was I thinking...?), ... Full Story