Rosé: What you may not know ...

A misunderstood category of wine, and whose drinkers often find themselves the subject of disparaging comments, today there is a re-emergence of  Rosé wines that are quite complex with depth of flavors and exciting profiles.

Learn more about this exciting wine and how it's made in the May issue of Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living magazine pages 174-177.

For the complete article online go to spokanecda.com.

Note:  One correction to a typographical error in the third paragraph, second sentence:   "fist press" should have been printed as "first press".

Giving a Liquid Gift: The art of buying alcohol ...

Alcohol can be an elegant and appropriate gift for many occasions and sometimes, just because. Learn the tips I use when purchasing alcohol as a gift in this month's issue of Spokane Coeur d'Alene living magazine page 160.

You can read the complete article online at spokanecda.com.

What to Drink? Solving the Thanksgiving Day Dilemma ...

While an entire book could be devoted to pairings for a Thanksgiving Day meal with its complex mix of earthy fall flavors that are savory, sweet, acidic and bitter, a few simple rules will help you navigate the the multitude of options.

Learn the key to understanding this tricky paring in the November issue of Spokane Coeur d'Alene living pages 173-174.

For the complete discussion you can read the article online through spokanecda.com.

Fisherman's Market Grill & Sushi ...

This month's restaurant review takes us to Coeur d'Alene, Idaho to a place that appears at first sight to be suffering from an identity crisis. While the casual family friendly atmosphere is simple, the food is certainly not. Its a fish restaurant, sushi bar, and fresh fish market worth checking out.

You can read the entire review on pages 156-158 at spokanecda.com

STIR Eatery & Lounge ...

Under new ownership, the once bar only atmosphere has been transformed into a great restaurant and lounge.  A new menu, with offerings for lunch, dinner, and appetizers, accompanies a fun cocktail list.  If you're on the north side of Spokane, this is a great alternative when you want that downtown experience.

Read about some of my favorites menu items in the October issue of Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living magazine on pages 188-191.

The entire review is available online through spokanecda.com.

Welcome to the "Wet" Bluff: Touring the other side of Green Bluff ...

Just outside of Spokane is a great little area known for family farms, fresh products, and special events.  The are called Green Bluff, now gives you five more reasons to make your way up the hill - to the "wet" side.
With two wineries, a brewery, hard cider house, and meadery, the wet side of the bluff has some fun and exciting tasting rooms to be explored.  If you can't make it up before the snow starts, mark you calendar to visit next spring.

Read about Big Barn Brewing, Hierophant Meadery, Townshend Cellars, Trezzi Farm Cellars, and Twilight Cider Works in this months Local Cuisine feature of Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living magazine pages 181-183.

The complete article with contact information for each can be found through spokanecda.com.

Milford's Fish House ...

I had the great pleasure to visit Milford's Fish House to sample their signature dish, the Seafood Sauté - "Lisa".  This Spokane landmark restaurant is a mix of Pacific Northwest, Asian influences, and Louisiana Gulf Coast.  Be sure to try a bowl of the Manhattan clam chowder with its' Louisiana personality - or as I have come to call it a "better" version of Manhattan chowder.

Learn more about Milford's and this dish in this September issue of Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living page 203.

To read the complete article online go to spokanecda.com.