Posts by cheffd

Why is Oktoberfest in September?

Why is Oktoberfest in September?

Today is The second to last Saturday in September. So, that means the official start of Oktoberfest. But why is...

A little Grenache for Granada

A little Grenache for Granada

In our continuing saga of Days dedicated to Wine, we take on another of the unsung heroes in the wine...

You’re doing just great

You’re doing just great

Have you ever told someone You’re doing just great; or been on the receiving end of a comment like that?...

Beer equals true love

Beer equals true love

It’s September 7. We made it through labor day. And, now it’s time for the best holiday of the season....

Who said that ain’t workin’?

Who said that ain’t workin’?

Some of you may remember Dire Straits with their tribute to the working man with their hit song “Money for...

Heed the Crimson Calling

Heed the Crimson Calling

We recently celebrated white wine day (which happened to fall on International beer day). And, it was a perfect Summer...

Those lazy, Crazy, Hazy Beers

Those lazy, Crazy, Hazy Beers

In 1963, Nat King Cole released a hit song and album with a campy tune: Those lazy, crazy, hazy days...

The Founding Fathers Found Rum

The Founding Fathers Found Rum

Today is National Rum day. It celebrates a tincture that helped build America. When We think of rum, we usually...

Look at the Pros of Prosecco

Look at the Pros of Prosecco

Well, it’s here again, August 13: National Prosecco day. So, let’s Look at the Pros of Prosecco. If you don’t...

Custard meet the Freezer

Custard meet the Freezer

We recently celebrated national ice cream day. And, it is something to get excited about. But, ice cream takes many...