Category Archives: Wine

A U.S.O Party

Posted on August 9, 2012 by thewineraconteur

It was at the peak of the “Swing Era” revisited, when the younger set discovered that they could dance and hold their partner as well as rediscovering the sound of the Big Band.  A good friend of ours is a … Continue reading →

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Seared Foie Gras and Alsatian Gewurztraminer

Posted on August 8, 2012 by thewineraconteur

My Bride and I were attending a wedding for one of her good friends in a northern suburb of Chicago.   As in all weddings there is a lot of ado on the day of the nuptials and this day was … Continue reading →

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Toledo, Ohio with Art, Klinger and Perry Mason

Posted on August 7, 2012 by thewineraconteur

We made a little weekend get-away with another couple to see an art exhibit in Toledo, Ohio.   The Toledo Art Museum is a wonderful facility and they have some wonderful exhibits and I say that even because I am spoiled … Continue reading →

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Kidney Stones and Paradise

Posted on August 6, 2012 by thewineraconteur

We were all set to go on holidays to Hawaii, as I had never been there.   We had first class seat arrangements for the flight and a week in Maui.   Ready, set, go.   The day before, I had a kidney … Continue reading →

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Seafood on the Water and Viognier

Posted on August 5, 2012 by thewineraconteur

We were down in Florida visiting some friends and we were going out for dinner on Siesta Key.   It was a hot day, which is what one wants when you are down there in the winter season.   Good friends, good … Continue reading →

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A Tip from My Barber

Posted on August 4, 2012 by thewineraconteur

I have been going to the same barber since I was in Junior High.   At that time they were the first “salon” for men and they were located in Downtown Detroit.  They have since moved out to one of the … Continue reading →

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“Second Labels” from Great Wineries

Posted on August 3, 2012 by thewineraconteur

When I was discussing the Classifications of the Medoc, I attempted to show how one go down a rung or more in the ladder of each Commune and find an excellent wine.  Now I am going to discuss what is … Continue reading →

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Visual Aids for My Memories

Posted on August 2, 2012 by thewineraconteur

As I sometimes was poetic about meals and restaurants, I am sure that some people may find some of my writings questionable.   I am not implying that I am weaving the Emperor’s New Clothes, but I am a collector or … Continue reading →

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The Court of Two Sisters

Posted on August 1, 2012 by thewineraconteur

We had spent the day walking around the French Quarter after having had a wonderful brunch.  We explored some of the fine antique shops, art shops and the retired United States Mint.  We decided maybe to have a light dinner … Continue reading →

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Arnaud’s and a Mini Mardi Gras Museum

Posted on July 31, 2012 by thewineraconteur

Another one of the famous restaurants in New Orleans in Arnaud’s in a city known for culinary delights.  Not only are they famous for their cuisine, they also have a small museum on the premises featuring articles from different Mardi … Continue reading →

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