Category Archives: Wine

94’th Aero Squadron Restaurant

Posted on February 24, 2025 by thewineraconteur

Not only did we arrive early for our flight, but we were also actually two days early prior to the wedding.  Of course, I had no idea who else was going to be in Miami so early and it was … Continue reading →

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The Fine Wine Source Club – February 2025

Posted on February 17, 2025 by thewineraconteur

Over the years, my Bride and I have joined several local wine clubs and we now just maintain our membership at The Fine Wine Source in Livonia, Michigan and for thirty dollars a month, it is well worth the investment, … Continue reading →

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Some Odds and Ends

Posted on February 14, 2025 by thewineraconteur

You may have noticed that I have been posting “story” entries labeled “From My Cellar” and certainly not for bragging rights, though there are a couple of interesting wines that I have acquired over the years. It has been an … Continue reading →

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A Taste of Monterey – Winter 2025

Posted on February 11, 2025 by thewineraconteur

By happenstance, back in 2003, my Bride and I were on holidays at having lunch at the famed Sardine Factory and in the Cannery Row district, that was written about by John Steinbeck.  We walked into “A Taste of Monterey” … Continue reading →

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Dinner After the Play

Posted on February 8, 2025 by thewineraconteur

When my Bride and her friend were planning to go see “A Beautiful Noise” they were also deciding where to go for dinner.  Her friend had said a couple of times that she would like to try Le Supreme, since … Continue reading →

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“A Beautiful Noise”

Posted on February 5, 2025 by thewineraconteur

You may have noticed over the years that my Bride is a planner, and she often plans things with her one of her former work associates.  I joke because sometimes, I am the afterthought, as they were going to see … Continue reading →

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A Casual Dinner with Our Son’s Family

Posted on February 2, 2025 by thewineraconteur

One of the unique things, is that our son and his family have moved back from Las Vegas and my Bride is trying to get them into the social whirl.  I enjoy it immensely, because I don’t have to factor … Continue reading →

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New Year’s Eve 2024

Posted on January 30, 2025 by thewineraconteur

We had a very quiet New Year’s Eve celebration, as the weather was terrible, and we live on the opposite side of the city from everyone else.  So, we had just a small gathering and my Bride was still a … Continue reading →

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Christmas Dinner 2024

Posted on January 27, 2025 by thewineraconteur

I don’t know how it is in your family structure, but certain families have certain holidays booked, basically for life.  Which is great, as it makes sense and much easier to make plans.  One of my cousins has had a … Continue reading →

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Planning Another Christmas Dinner

Posted on January 24, 2025 by thewineraconteur

Some dinners are easier to plan than others.  We have friends that are not wine drinkers like we are, and we have to create menus that will work for all concerned.  My Bride had a friend and her husband come … Continue reading →

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