AltWeeklies Wire
Port Authoritynew
Since port is a mystery to so many, it always makes an impact, more than scotch or liqueurs like Amaretto or Bailey's, and definitely more than regular wine.
Creative Loafing (Atlanta) |
Taylor Eason |
01-12-2006 |
Food+Drink
Tags: Corkscrew
Online Snobs vs. Valuable Wine Sitesnew
Many wine devotees have websites or blogs that should be avoided, but there are some to seek out.
Creative Loafing (Atlanta) |
Taylor Eason |
01-05-2006 |
Food+Drink
Tags: Corkscrew
Fry a Little Tendernessnew
The latke, a fried patty of grated onion and potato, can hold a serious candle to the ubiquitous french fry, and probably kick diner home fries in the pants.
Creative Loafing (Atlanta) |
Kim O'Donnel |
12-15-2005 |
Food+Drink
Tags: Kitchen Witch
Tips for Travel in Wine Meccanew
January and February are the best times to visit California wine country. Fares are cheaper; traffic isn't as bad; B&Bs actually seem appreciative to see you; and wineries aren't overrun with mobs of tourist buses.
Creative Loafing (Atlanta) |
Taylor Eason |
12-15-2005 |
Food+Drink
Tags: Corkscrew
Six Newly Published Books for Foodies on Your Gift Listnew
The food publishing world produced some spicy, absorbing works this year -- give one to a culinary-minded friend or family member.
Creative Loafing (Atlanta) |
Bill Addison |
12-08-2005 |
Food+Drink
Tags: giftguide2005
Biscotti? That's Amore!new
Even a beginning baker can't go wrong with cranberry-pistachio biscotti.
Creative Loafing (Atlanta) |
Kim O'Donnel |
12-08-2005 |
Food+Drink
Tags: Kitchen Witch
When it Comes to Wine Bottles, Bigger Can Be Betternew
Bottles measuring 750-L (the normal size you see everywhere) fail to fill bellies of a houseful of people, so why not buy the big jugs? These family-size 1.5-L helpers can save you money, and you'll have enough to dive in yourself.
Creative Loafing (Atlanta) |
Taylor Eason |
12-08-2005 |
Food+Drink
Tags: Corkscrew
Make the World Taste Goodnew
Snapping out of the darkest days of the season may take a few homemade caramels.
Creative Loafing (Atlanta) |
Kim O'Donnel |
12-01-2005 |
Food+Drink
Tags: Kitchen Witch
Useless Yet Curiously Intriguing Wine Factsnew
Here's a list of completely geeky wine facts to drop on an unsuspecting bore at a party. Even if it's only to entertain yourself.
Creative Loafing (Atlanta) |
Taylor Eason |
12-01-2005 |
Food+Drink
Tags: Corkscrew
Enlightened Turkey Leftoversnew
Instead of cream sauce or reheated gravy, consider waking up that fat-laden palate with a much-needed punch of lime, ginger and chiles.
Creative Loafing (Atlanta) |
Kim O'Donnel |
11-23-2005 |
Food+Drink
Tags: Kitchen Witch
For Small Wineries, Passion is Just as Key as Profitnew
Corporate wineries often focus on the profit machine, with enough resources to compete on price and volume. Smaller, family-owned wineries don't have deep pockets, so they create demand by producing craft-made, quality-driven wines.
Creative Loafing (Atlanta) |
Taylor Eason |
11-23-2005 |
Food+Drink
Tags: Corkscrew
A Culinary Remembrance of New Orleansnew
CL's food critic remembers gorging in New Orleans seven weeks before Hurricane Katrina, then attends a meeting to find out from N.O. residents what the future may hold for the city's unique culinary culture.
Creative Loafing (Atlanta) |
Bill Addison |
11-17-2005 |
Food+Drink
You Slaw Menew
When thinly sliced, brussels sprouts cook quickly and easily marry with other flavors and textures.
Creative Loafing (Atlanta) |
Kim O'Donnel |
11-17-2005 |
Food+Drink
Tags: Kitchen Witch
Gluttony and Grapes Go Togethernew
The holiday is the pinnacle of gluttony, a food bacchanal, an excuse to eat 20 pounds of bird. And a fabulous excuse to open bottle after bottle of wine.
Creative Loafing (Atlanta) |
Taylor Eason |
11-17-2005 |
Food+Drink
Tags: Corkscrew
Give Veg Heads a Treat on T-Daynew
A way toward achieving mixed-company feasting bliss is to make a veggie dish that feels like a star, not supporting cast. Consider this lasagna, with a few seasonal twists.
Creative Loafing (Atlanta) |
Kim O'Donnel |
11-10-2005 |
Food+Drink
Tags: Kitchen Witch
