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Happy wine fact of the day
Fact: exposure to wine can help fight gum disease. Exposure to wine had a persistent antibacterial effect, due to the organic compounds that fight bacteria. Of course, the acidity in wine can be bad for your teeth’s enamel, so as … Continue reading
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Maryland is a go!
Wine lovers in MD rejoice! You can buy direct from the winery starting July 1. Now when will my home state get on board??
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Tablet computing… in a restaurant
I was just having this discussion the other day with my husband. Soon tablet style computers will be inexpensive enough that we’ll get to the tipping point, where it will become more than a novelty to see one used in … Continue reading
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No beer at the royal wedding!
Makes the Queen seem rather easily offended: “Let’s face it, it isn’t really an appropriate drink to be serving in the Queen’s presence at such an occasion.” http://www.mirror.co.uk/news/top-stories/2011/04/23/kate-middleton-and-prince-william-ban-beer-from-royal-wedding-reception-115875-23080392/#ixzz1KYWYQCcm I’m wondering if there will really be English wine served. Global climate … Continue reading
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Do you QR?
If not, you should think about it. I’ve got a QR code right here, and I’ve even considered sending it out instead of an actual resume… but I’m not sure how well that might go over. The thing that brings … Continue reading
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what CAN’T an iPhone do? I mean, other than make a phone call
Alcohol related apps, there sure are lots of them. Which ones do you use? This article lists what they consider to be the best wine related ones, but does not give any critique. I have a number but I admit … Continue reading
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Yet another television show about wine…
… and according to this review it looks to be as disappointing as all the other ones. I’ve got the DVR set to catch it, but I don’t have much hope for it. I always wonder why it is that … Continue reading
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If only I lived in Seattle
I would SO be there! Join Geoff Tate and members of Queensryche in this special event at the Hard Rock Cafe in Seattle on April 16th at 8pm. The night will kick off with an introduction to the third vintage … Continue reading
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For all the Alton fans out there
Alton Brown has signed on to Food Network for 3 more years. Yea, that means more Good Eats!
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LI Wineries – Oh how they’ve grown!
I’ve been visiting the wineries out on the North Fork for over 15 years, which while not as long as some other folks is still long enough to note the evolution of the area. I’ve done tasting outside on lawn … Continue reading
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