“This is my invariable advice to people: Learn how to cook – try new recipes, learn from your mistakes, be fearless, and above all have fun!” ― Julia Child, My Life in France One of the best ways to get to know a region is through its food and wine. Each … Read more
Given the major accolades and shake-ups at The Squeaky Bean recently, the Eater Denver happy hour became a sort of un-intentional toast goodbye to Max MacKissock’s hand in the kitchen. A fun “chips n dips” happy hour menu was sprawled out on the buffet and $5 drinks were swinging at the … Read more
I LOVE D Bar Desserts probably more than I could love another human being, but clearly so does everyone else. And I mean EVERYONE. We’ve all been there — dying of hunger around the foyer, hoping the gate keeper will announce a free spot at the bar or that a table has … Read more
“Elope” literally means running away and never coming back. Perhaps that’s why so many couples choose to elope in Paris – it’s a city that makes you never want to go anywhere else! I’ve always thought my hypothetical wedding would be a traditional American ceremony; my giant family, a first dance, … Read more
[UPDATE: DVDs for SOMM are on sale, but Amazon has already sold out! Order your copy here.] If you’re thinking about going to the Boulder screening of SOMM film this week, well I won’t blow it with spoilers. But what you can probably figure out from the trailer (below) is that … Read more
With countless châteaux and multiple flavor profiles in one of the largest fine-wine regions in the world, it’s hard to know how to talk the Bordeaux talk. Here are a few bits of information to get you mistaken for a Bordeaux expert: It’s a Blend A typical Bordeaux is a blend … Read more
Do French people actually wear stripes? What makes the striped shirt “French” and why all the stripes? In this post, I’ll share with you the origins of the striped shirt and how it’s actually worn in France today. I’ll also share some tips on how to wear a striped shirt to make … Read more
