Monthly Archives: August 2014

The Sheik Restaurant

Posted on August 10, 2014 by thewineraconteur

Many years ago, when I was fourteen I got my first job, working in the shadow of the Ambassador Bridge on Vernor Highway and Vinewood Street in Southwest Detroit. I remember it distinctly, because I was working for my Uncle … Continue reading →

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Benmiller Inn

Posted on August 8, 2014 by thewineraconteur

“Love is lovelier the second time around Just as wonderful with both feet on the ground” A remembrance of a get away to Benmiller Inn in Goderich, Ontario, Canada, while it seems to be oh so long ago, and then … Continue reading →

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Some Notes on a Couple of Wines Tried

Posted on August 6, 2014 by thewineraconteur

This is just a short note about a couple of bottles of wine that we tried. The first wine that we had was from the California Collection by Beringer Chardonnay 2010. This is a generic California Chardonnay by Beringer Vineyards … Continue reading →

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Another Quick Dinner Out

Posted on August 4, 2014 by thewineraconteur

There are nights when one has to eat, and the desire to create something is missing from the equation. That was the situation the other night when I got the message, to just have a quick bite and relax. We … Continue reading →

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MWWC: Friend

Posted on August 2, 2014 by thewineraconteur

I guess the epitome of a friend, when it comes to wine, is if they would not want to share a glass of Screaming Eagle wine. That is not to say that I would not share, in fact, I offered … Continue reading →

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