Time for a curveball! Orange wine? WHAT? Let’s dive in…
Author Archives: Allie
Winey Things: All about that Tannin
A big element of red wines: tannin. What is it, where does it come from, and how should we use it in creative food pairing?
Wine Challenge, Week 12: California Chardonnay
Attempting appreciation of a wine style I don’t typically drink unless I have to, or when it’s the only option. Challenges are all about trying new things and re-examining old opinions, right? Here we go.
Mushroom Growing — Trial 1 Results
The latest on the mushroom growing experiment.
Wine Challenge, Week 11: Pinot on Parade, Day 3/3
The last in a mini-series called “Pinot on Parade,” we conclude the week of wine tasting with an Italian Pinot Grigio.
Wine Challenge, Week 10: Pinot on Parade, Day 2/3
Day two of “Pinot on Parade.” Today we move closer to home with an Oregon Pinot Noir, with some background on the types of aromas and flavors found in wine.
Wine Challenge, Week 9: Pinot on Parade, Day 1/3
Getting caught up on the Wine Challenge with a mini-series on the Pinot family. Tonight: a Chilean “reserva” Pinot Noir that proved both a pleasantly palatable surprise and a great deal for a limited budget.
Recipe: Barbacoa, Simplified
Craving barbacoa and don’t want to run to Chipotle or Qdoba? Here’s an Instant Pot recipe for juicy and flavorful beef that will add a wow factor to both burritos and tacos alike.
State of Suspension: A Mushroom Mystery
A “study in spores”… or lack thereof. Our dashing heroine seeks expert aid in diagnosing the ails of her languishing mushrooms. Will the project survive?
A (Very) Brief Intro to Barrels
You can read this article on its own, or in combination with the Whistling Hare Distillery tour posted yesterday. Either way, enjoy!
Seeking Continual Flavor 