Courage + Stone is created and crafted by Aisha Tyler (author, actress, former bartender & total boozy badass). Each heavy glass bottle is 80 Proof and contains a pre-mixed Rye cocktail that is ready to pour over ice or served neat. I love that Aisha decided to work with a small batch distillery in Brooklyn. …
The next session at SommCon DC was Deconstructing Spirits sponsored by the Somm Journal. I can’t say I had a favorite (everything was fabulous) but the Germain Robin was really interesting – the new packaging will be released soon. Each panelists represented their brands and gave really informative information. Since Sagamore is so close, I’ll …
I don’t even know where to start about my “quick” weekend experience. So I’ll start at the beginning. I found out about the Batonnage Forum from Julia Coney on Instagram and thought I NEED to be at this conference! Now if you know me personally, follow me on IG or Twitter or even read my …
On Monday, a ride over the bridge led me to Palette 22 in Shirlington for the Maker’s Mark event “I am Woman Hear Me Pour.” This event was held to celebrate Margie Samuels, co-founder of Maker’s Mark. Throughout the evening, Rachel Ford, a Maker’s Mark Diplomat, told us not only did Margie come up with …
OmG! I’ve waited a long time to experience Maydan. It has won numerous awards (one is Bon Appetit’s No. 2 Best New Restaurant in America, 2018). People actually stand in line before it opens. Maydan means “gathering place” or “square” often in the middle of a city.” This is a perfect definition because most of …
This past weekend, my friends and I enjoyed afternoon tea at The Watergate Hotel (yes, that hotel). Traditionally served around 4 p.m., afternoon tea has been around since 1840 (started by Anna, the seventh Duchess of Bedford). You are served different types of tea with small delicate sandwiches, scones and sweets. They bring a glass …
After the wine class at Maxwell DC, we went to dinner at Tiger Fork. Finally!! The fried, crispy Chili Tofu with crab was the perfect starter. The cocktail was an Old Fashioned but not your usual OF — it was made with Baijiu (a white liquor made with sorghum, wheat, rice, sticky rice and corn) …
What do you do when you have a long layover in Seattle while on your way to the Wine Bloggers Conference in Walla Walla? Well, you rent a car, eat a snack at Von’s 1000Spirits, go wine tasting at SODO Urbanworks (Washington State Wine) then make your way to JuneBaby. You may be asking yourself, …
I’ve been trying to eat at The Unconventional Diner for a while now. I finally went Saturday night and had a great dinner with great friends! During our visit, UD was in the middle of Restaurant Week. Of course we went “off script” and ordered from their regular menu. I decided to start off with …
So after a Riesling tasting class at my favorite wine bar (Maxwell Park) in the city, we walked a half block in the rain to San Lorenzo to enjoy the Festa di San Lorenzo (a 3 course prix-fixe menu). Of course I did it a little different – I ordered two entrees instead of an …
A delicious brunch with great friends yesterday at Tyber Creek Wine Bar. Outdoor seating and unlimited Rosé on tap (Cinsault), yes please!! A bagel board with Ivy City Smokehouse smoked fish? Drool worthy! We also decided to try the Cold Brew Old Fashioned with Bulleit (so good!). It was a tad pricey for brunch but …
What a fun rum tasting class held last Saturday at Acadiana. Monthly classes taught by Scott always equal a good time! Drink some hard to find stuff, take home a folder of info and enjoy an all you can eat buffet lunch. Totally worth the cost. Next up tequila!!
How did I forget to post the fabulous meal from San Lorenzo?!? Shame on me. The refreshing Aperol Spritz, the tender and moist Branzino with potato, tomato and olives and the TRUFFLE Parmesan Corn. Ya’ll truffle and cheese in the corn (OmG!!). I wasn’t sure if I was going to be brave enough to taste …
