Tag Archives: California

Memorial Day

Posted on May 29, 2013 by thewineraconteur

We were invited out for a Memorial Day/Birthday Party at one of my Sister-in-Laws home for the occasion.   My Bride in the role that she revels in handled the logistics of the party.  That is, she coordinated who was bringing … Continue reading →

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A Sad Day for a Cellar

Posted on May 23, 2013 by thewineraconteur

When my Bride had returned from her last trip to Louisville, one of the empty bottles, she brought back from her trip was a Cain Five 2001.  When I asked her about this particular bottle, she informed me that it … Continue reading →

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Sibley Gardens in Trenton, Michigan

Posted on May 15, 2013 by thewineraconteur

This was one of my Uncle’s favorite restaurants and he held court there at least a couple times of week, either for lunch or dinner and sometimes the lunches might morph into dinner as well.  He enjoyed restaurants that always … Continue reading →

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“Somewhere In Time,” This Time for Keeps” and the Titanic

Posted on May 7, 2013 by thewineraconteur

“Somewhere In Time” is a romance movie that starred Christopher Reeve, Jane Seymour and Christopher Plummer, while “This Time for Keeps” is a musical that starred Esther Williams and Jimmy Durante; and what they both have in common is that … Continue reading →

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Kentucky Derby Museum Gala 2002

Posted on May 2, 2013 by thewineraconteur

The Saturday a week before the Derby is the site of a grand party supporting the Kentucky Derby Museum on the grounds of Churchill Downs.  If you ever get a chance to go to Churchill Downs, allow yourself some early … Continue reading →

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Lilly’s – A Kentucky Bistro

Posted on April 26, 2013 by thewineraconteur

Out in one of the boroughs of Greater Louisville went to a very fine restaurant called Lilly’s.  It is on Bardstown Road, and there are a number of fine dining establishments and taverns in this area.   Lilly’s calls themselves … Continue reading →

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Hyatt Regency in Dearborn, Michigan

Posted on April 23, 2013 by thewineraconteur

In 1976 Dearborn heralded a new image for the city; developers on Ford Motor Company land built a Hyatt Regency Hotel which changed the landscape of the city.  On this same property was a new major shopping center called Fairlane … Continue reading →

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Sodaro Estate Winery

Posted on April 17, 2013 by thewineraconteur

We had the good fortune to win one of the silent auction lots at the fund raiser we just attended.  I have to admit, that I was not aware of the winery, and I did not even “Google” them to … Continue reading →

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The Detroit Golf Club

Posted on April 16, 2013 by thewineraconteur

The other night we were guests at the Detroit Golf Club for a celebration of the University of Detroit Mercy School of Law 100’th Anniversary.  While I did not go to the School of Law, UDM is my alma mater.  … Continue reading →

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Opus One Restaurant in Detroit, Michigan

Posted on April 15, 2013 by thewineraconteur

You know that a restaurant will be stellar when they name themselves after a great wine, because they know that comparisons will be forthcoming.  Opus One, the restaurant, is a third generation of restaurateurs, so there is plenty of experience … Continue reading →

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