Category Archives: Wine

Nico & Vali in Plymouth, Michigan

Posted on April 15, 2015 by thewineraconteur

I had heard about this restaurant from friends and really wanted to try it out, but the best laid plans of mice and men… The other night I was surprised to get a suggestion to go out for dinner and … Continue reading →

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“The Caller” Shows Up in Midland, Michigan

Posted on April 11, 2015 by thewineraconteur

I am starting to think that I am going to have to give “The Caller” second billing as he is all of a sudden appearing all over the map sending me cryptic messages about wines. I think he is having … Continue reading →

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Easter Sunday

Posted on April 9, 2015 by thewineraconteur

Everyone came over on Easter for dinner at our house, and we also celebrated four birthdays for the month as well. The menu ended up being a roast leg of lamb and turkey with all of the assorted sides that … Continue reading →

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Another Easter Eve

Posted on April 7, 2015 by thewineraconteur

Around the world where Christianity is practiced, Christmas Eve is a recognized quasi-holiday that is celebrated by millions of families. I have a cousin that started celebrating Easter Eve almost thirty years ago, as a way to get all of … Continue reading →

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April is “Michigan Wine Month”

Posted on April 5, 2015 by thewineraconteur

What a wonderful idea, a month devoted to the wines of Michigan, and no this is not my idea, but is listed on the “Wine Lover’s Calendar.” I was born in Michigan, so I am a Michigander or a Michiganian, … Continue reading →

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Just a Couple of Bottles from the Cellar

Posted on April 3, 2015 by thewineraconteur

There are a couple times of the year, when it is quiet here on the home front, and there is not a lot of gallivanting around, nor “wining and dining” as the old expression goes. While not a lot of … Continue reading →

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“The Caller” Goes to St. Elmo Steak House in Indianapolis

Posted on April 1, 2015 by thewineraconteur

Imagine my surprise to get another call from “The Caller” to give me another tweak on my nose that he was out and about having a second fine dinner while spending time in Indianapolis. He can go for months with … Continue reading →

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“The Caller” is in Indianapolis

Posted on March 30, 2015 by thewineraconteur

I tend to write in spurts when my Muse hits and I had just finished the last article when “The Caller” texted me from Indianapolis. He and wife must be on road trip and he decided to regale me with … Continue reading →

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“The Caller” is in Saginaw

Posted on March 28, 2015 by thewineraconteur

One of my frequent casts of characters that I get a chance to mention is “The Caller.” This nom de plume was bestowed upon him by Oliver of The Winegetter fame. “The Caller” is a good friend of my Bride … Continue reading →

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I Can’t Believe That I Found One More Bottle of Wine

Posted on March 24, 2015 by thewineraconteur

I thought I was all done writing about errant bottles of wine that were waylaid over the years in the family room.  After pulling everything out of the family room, so that it could get a new coat of paint … Continue reading →

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