Tag Archives: Cabernet Sauvignon

Another Trip to the Wizard

This has been a week for OZ, not only did we see the cinematic prequel to the original film, but we just went and saw a theatrical presentation of The Wizard of Oz.   We were made aware of this production … Continue reading

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Damon’s the Place for Ribs

I have to admit that I am a big fan of baby rack ribs, and I tend to try them more then maybe I should.  My first question is “do the ribs fall off of the bone?” as I do … Continue reading

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The English Inn in Eaton Rapids, Michigan

Several years ago, we went out on a drive with another couple to have dinner, because it was during the Super Bowl, and none of us had any interest in watching the game.  We made reservations with the restaurant and … Continue reading

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Dinner, Rock & Roll and the Flats

In one night we went to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, dinner and drinks, while we were attending a convention in downtown Cleveland.  That is what comes from preplanning a trip, no matter the destination.        … Continue reading

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A Pleasant Surprise

We were celebrating our monthly birthdays, and the venue this time was not at our house.  My Bride though, was doing the catering.  We loaded up our car with the assorted dishes and a birthday cake that she had prepared, … Continue reading

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The Atheneum in Detroit

There is something about the glamour and mystique of old Las Vegas and any of the old casinos of yore.  Unfortunately the modern edifices of Lady Luck may have the glitz and the bells and whistles, the aura is different.  … Continue reading

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Trattoria Bruschetta

Trattoria Bruschetta appeared during the time that this appetizer seemed to be the new rage among restaurants.  This restaurant was at The Hotel Baronette in Novi which is a wonderful little continental style hotel that was built to cater to … Continue reading

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Accents, Mexican Food and Wine

There was an out of the way Mexican restaurant called Accents, which was in a converted house, that you could pass by, if you weren’t paying attention.  The building was painted black and recessed among some other businesses, so it … Continue reading

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Bernardus Winery and Marinus Restaurant

On one of our day trips, we were very over dressed to visit some of the wineries in the Carmel Valley.  The reason being, we planned on having the last wine tasting at Bernardus Winery.  Not that you have to … Continue reading

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Doce Robles Winery & Vineyard in Paso Robles, California

On one of the days that we were driving around visiting wineries we came across Doce Robles in Paso Robles.  The name is Spanish for Twelve Oaks and they told us there were twelve oak trees on the property.  We … Continue reading

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