Tag Archives: Veneto

The Fine Wine Source Club – April 2026

Posted on April 16, 2026 by thewineraconteur

With so much going on between me and the house, and my Bride helping her sister, it felt wonderful to go out and be with people.  And picking up the wine club selections was a bonus. As always there is … Continue reading →

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Easter Eve 2026 – Part Two

Posted on April 10, 2026 by thewineraconteur

The annual gathering of all the cousins is a major event, and the crowd is growing, because of weddings, and even the announcement of a new cousin or grandchild, depending on your point of view, so the happiness will continue.  … Continue reading →

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A Belated New Year’s Eve

Posted on January 22, 2026 by thewineraconteur

Since we had just received some limited good news from my surgeon, we decided to go out for the New Year’s Eve dinner, that we had to cancel.  I had even bought a new dinner jacket for New Year’s Eve … Continue reading →

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A Return Visit to the Carriage House

Posted on September 15, 2025 by thewineraconteur

While on Mackinac Island as we were walking down the main street, we (?) periodically had to stop and shop and buy gifts.  Thankfully, I talked her out of buying the mandatory fudge and caramel corn purchases as it was … Continue reading →

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Italy Wine Tasting – Part Six

Posted on April 10, 2025 by thewineraconteur

We were coming up to the final two wines for this tasting at The Fine Wine Source in Livonia, Michigan.  It was getting a bit more crowded still, and I have to explain that the tasting was not a sit-down … Continue reading →

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Italy Wine Tasting – Part Five

Posted on April 7, 2025 by thewineraconteur

The turnout for this Italian Wine Tasting was getting more jovial at The Fine Wine Source in Livonia, Michigan as the crowds increased.  They were trying to have people come in at certain times of the day, but I think … Continue reading →

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A Wine Delivery to The Caller

Posted on January 12, 2025 by thewineraconteur

We were going to meet The Caller, as they live in a remote area, and they asked us to get them some wine.  Which was opportune, as we could get together to see them for the Christmas season, as they … Continue reading →

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Fine Wine Source Club – July 2024

Posted on July 17, 2024 by thewineraconteur

It is always a pleasure to go to my favorite wine shop and it was double the fun, because besides picking up the club selections at The Fine Wine Source in Livonia, Michigan; there was also going to be a … Continue reading →

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What Happens in Vegas, Stays with Us

Posted on March 20, 2024 by thewineraconteur

Somehow, no matter how long we stay in Las Vegas visiting two of our children and five of our grandchildren, the time seems so short.  There were many side trips that we made, quick meals, shopping (me even more than … Continue reading →

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More Wine After Caesar’s

Posted on March 17, 2024 by thewineraconteur

After having brunch with Ms. Yoga, we decided to go next door for her to see the Forum Shops at Caesar’s Palace.  Shopping became fun, years ago when the Forum opened up and it created something new to be emulated … Continue reading →

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