by Brian | Feb 16, 2016 | Dedicated Drinker's Diary, Recipes
Sunday was Valentine’s Day and the 30th anniversary of getting engaged to Suzi. “Will you marry me,” I had asked back then. “Yes,” she had said as fast as possible. On Sunday, I asked, “Will you take a sip?” And she said,...
by Brian | Nov 25, 2015 | Recipes
I posted a honey-garlic butter last year, but I've been working on it. That butter was good, this is a delight. It is the ideal mate for mashed potoates. The secret to this recipe is the garlic. The earlier recipe used garlic puree, but the change here is to use...
by Brian | Nov 2, 2015 | Cookbook Review, Recipes
I originally posted this recipe last January, when the weather was cold and ground was covered in snow. Now, in early November, the cold has returned and possibly for you even the snow. In planning your holiday meals, here a side dish that is quick, delicious, and...
by Brian | Jun 19, 2015 | Dedicated Drinker's Diary, Recipes
Sunday is Father’s Day and baseball season is rolling along. You dad or husband may need a glass of something forceful as he relaxes in front of the TV this weekend cheering on his favorite team. Master mixologist Cody Goldstein from The Upholstery Store in NYC...
by Brian | Jun 3, 2015 | Dedicated Drinker's Diary
With Father’s Day approaching, you may be planning a brunch or dinner tribute to that special head of the family. A beverage or two might be in order. And while a title like The Lullaby might seem more destined for Mother’s Day, it is true that fathers...