Oktoberfest in Miami

Update: Hofbrau is holding its own Oktoberfest celebration at Bayfront Park in downtown Miami. On October 23rd – 26th there will be beer, food and dancing. For more information click here. I’ve always wanted to go to Munich for Oktoberfest. Sixteen days of beer, traditional German food and music, meeting beer aficionados from all over [...]

A Dog (and a Wine) Named Moose

I’ve seen B.R. Cohn wines at stores and at several wine tastings. I’ve driven by the Sonoma Valley winery a couple of times. But it wasn’t until my most recent trip to Sonoma when I decided to try the wine – and I realized I should have tried it sooner B.R. Cohn is located off [...]

An Easy Lamb Marinade

I’ve recently started making lamb rib chops. They’re delicious and really easy to prepare. I make a simple marinade, let the lamb marinate overnight in the refrigerator, then cook them in less than 15 minutes. It’s a quick and simple way to prepare a special meal. Here’s what you’ll need: ½ cup of low sodium [...]

Beyond the Stigma of Screw Caps

I must admit, I am a little biased when it comes to screw caps on wine. The thought of them brings back unpleasant taste memories from college. However, now that screw caps are gaining popularity among skilled winemakers in places like Australia, New Zealand and here in the United States, I’m giving screw caps a [...]

My Favorite Mustard

Today for lunch I made myself a wrap with three slices of turkey, three slices of muenster cheese, a little bit of lettuce and a lot of mustard – which inspired me to write about my favorite mustard: Napa Valley Harvest’s honey truffle mustard. In previous posts I’ve written about how much I love truffles. [...]

Tea Time at the Pineapple Blossom Tea Room

Update: Pineapple Blossom Tea Room has closed. The Pineapple Blossom Tea Room is an unexpected find on a busy stretch of Biscayne Boulevard in Miami. It’s an unassuming building that is painted a warm, bright yellow which reflects the warmth you’ll find inside. The decoration is simple yet cozy. The six tables are covered with [...]

Snapshots from Napa

The Napa Valley is one of my favorite places to visit. It’s a special place for me as well — I got married in Rutherford this past August. Everywhere you look is a picture postcard view, especially right before harvest when the vines are bursting with grapes. During my trips there I’ve enjoyed trying wines [...]

Miami Spice at The Forge

The Forge is one of those Miami Beach staples you have to experience at least once. That experience can be fairly expensive – which makes it a great restaurant to try during Miami Spice. The hallway leading to the dimly lit dining rooms sets the mood for the evening. It’s as if you’ve stepped into [...]

We Want Wagamama!

Dear Wagamama: please bring more restaurants to the United States! Since discovering this restaurant chain during a semester abroad in London I have been craving their delicious noodle dishes and patiently waiting for them to come to the U.S. Wagamama is an Asian-inspired noodle bar with dishes that include dumplings, ramen noodle soup and stir-fried [...]

Are you on the list?

Are you on the list? I am. I’m a member of Williams Selyem‘s list. And I’m excited to say I’ve made the cut and now I can order their wine! I first discovered Williams Selyem wine at the 2007 Aspen Food and Wine Classic. Their red, black and yellow labels looked pretty unassuming but the [...]