Monthly Archives: January 2006

Who Made the First Wine Anyway?

Although details are understandably sketchy, it is believed that, around 6000 BC, grapes were being grown and wine was being made in Mesopotamia (modern day Iraq). Mesopotamia and EgyptWine was popular with the pharaohs of ancient Egypt from about 3000 … Continue reading

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Today’s About Superbowl Recipe: Chicken Wing Recipes Chicken Wing Recipes

Today’s About Superbowl Recipe: Chicken Wing Recipes Chicken Wing Recipes – Buffalo and other styles Chicken wings have become a real favorite of sports enthusiasts, perfect finger food for the Superbowl. In days past, chicken wings used to be relegated … Continue reading

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Vineyard owner tastes success Any aspiring wine connoisseur can probably

Vineyard owner tastes success Any aspiring wine connoisseur can probably remember how intimidated they felt the first time they shopped for a bottle that cost more than a couple of meals at McDonald’s. They can only imagine what it’s like … Continue reading

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State’s Winemakers at Odds With Beer Distributors ; Direct Delivery

State’s Winemakers at Odds With Beer Distributors ; Direct Delivery of Wine to Homes at Issue (RedNova) By ADRIANA COLINDRES and MOLLY PARKER STATE CAPITOL BUREAU Different segments of Illinois’ alcohol industry, enmeshed in a dispute over shipping wine to … Continue reading

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1961 Bordeaux Horizontal presented by The Fine Wine Experience Tue

1961 Bordeaux Horizontal presented by The Fine Wine Experience Tue Nov 15th, 2005, LondonIn one of wine enthusiasts’ favourite discussions – which was the greatest 20th century red Bordeaux vintage – 1961 is often mentioned alongside 1990, 1982 and 1945.

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A Taste of Caribbean Culture Thu Feb 23rd, 2006, Long

A Taste of Caribbean Culture Thu Feb 23rd, 2006, Long IslandRamin Ganeshram, Author CELEBRATING CARNIVAL! From agricultural Caribbean society to oil-rich political player, the twin island nation of Trinidad and Tobago features a unique culture based on a colonial history with a rich diversity of people.

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WINE AROUND TOWN (The Oregonian) All telephone numbers are in

WINE AROUND TOWN (The Oregonian) All telephone numbers are in the 503 area code unless otherwise noted. Wine dinner with Panther Creek: 6:30 p.m.; Harrison Restaurant, 838 S.W. Park Ave.; 299-6161; $95.

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Healthy Desserts – Hands On Cooking Class Sat Feb 4th,

Healthy Desserts – Hands On Cooking Class Sat Feb 4th, 2006, Los AngelesHealthy Desserts Sat, 2/4/06 10:00am-1:00pm Sometimes we want to enjoy dessert, but don't want to have all the fat and calories that come with it.

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"Four to Six" Old World vs New World Pinot Noir

"Four to Six" Old World vs New World Pinot Noir Tasting with Dieter Schafer at The Art Institute Wed Feb 1st, 2006, SeattleWine Educator Dieter Schafer invites you to Taste a Little, Learn a Lot.

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Cooking Basics, Five Class Series, Los Angeles Feb-Apr 2006, Los

Cooking Basics, Five Class Series, Los Angeles Feb-Apr 2006, Los AngelesFive class series. Students of all levels of cooking ability are welcome to enroll, whether to learn new concepts, or brush up on methods they've used for years.

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