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ON TEXAS WINE: Do they age? Part 20. Pheasant Ridge 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon, Texas High Plains (∞)

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Dec 23, 20242 min read

ON TEXAS WINE: Do they age? Part 20. Pheasant Ridge 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon, Texas High Plains (∞)

by Andrew Chalk The preamble to part one read… “More people are coming round to the idea that Texas can make good wine as they sample...

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Knob Creek Brings Back Its Oldest Bourbon - 18 Year Old

andychalk

Dec 19, 20241 min read

Knob Creek Brings Back Its Oldest Bourbon - 18 Year Old

FROM THE WIRES... Knob Creek announces the limited return of Knob Creek’s 18 Year Old Bourbon, celebrated for its exceptional quality and...

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Penderyn Distillery Celebrates International Success with Prestigious Gold Award and Strategic Indian Market Expansion

andychalk

Dec 18, 20243 min read

Penderyn Distillery Celebrates International Success with Prestigious Gold Award and Strategic Indian Market Expansion

FROM THE WIRES... Penderyn Distillery, the renowned Welsh whisky producer, proudly announces its recent achievement of a prestigious GOLD...

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andychalk

Dec 17, 20242 min read

Gifting Rums from Diplomático!

FROM THE WIRES... fantastic rum options from Diplomático Rum . Whether you’re looking for an elegant yet affordable sipping rum, a...

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A Milestone for Organic Brewing in Texas: 4 Years of Big Country Organic Brewing Co.

andychalk

Dec 16, 20242 min read

A Milestone for Organic Brewing in Texas: 4 Years of Big Country Organic Brewing Co.

FROM THE WIRES... Austin, Texas — Big Country Organic Brewing Co. is celebrating four years as the only Texas craft brewery dedicated to...

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RETAIL EXPANSION NEWS: Mezcal Amarás Expands Retail Presence to 125 Total Wine Stores Nationwide!

andychalk

Dec 13, 20241 min read

RETAIL EXPANSION NEWS: Mezcal Amarás Expands Retail Presence to 125 Total Wine Stores Nationwide!

FROM THE WIRES... Mezcal Amarás has significantly expanded its retail footprint and is now available at 125 Total Wine stores across the...

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ON TEXAS WINE: Do they age? Part 19. William Chris Vineyards 2014 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, Granite Hill Vineyards, Bell Mountain, Texas (∞)

andychalk

Dec 12, 20242 min read

ON TEXAS WINE: Do they age? Part 19. William Chris Vineyards 2014 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, Granite Hill Vineyards, Bell Mountain, Texas (∞)

by Andrew Chalk The preamble to part one read… “More people are coming round to the idea that Texas can make good wine as they sample...

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NO, WINERIES, BLOCKCHAIN WILL NOT PREVENT FRAUD

andychalk

Dec 10, 20243 min read

NO, WINERIES, BLOCKCHAIN WILL NOT PREVENT FRAUD

by Andrew Chalk In a Texas AgriLife webinar about blockchain on Tuesday 10th December the impression may have been left that blockchain...

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Come Over October with Graham's Three Pack

andychalk

Dec 10, 20242 min read

Come Over October with Graham's Three Pack

FROM THE WIRES... Welcome to “ Come Over October ,” a national campaign encouraging people to reconnect with friends, family, and...

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Sophisticated, Low ABV Holiday Entertaining with 9diDANTE vermouth

andychalk

Dec 9, 20241 min read

Sophisticated, Low ABV Holiday Entertaining with 9diDANTE vermouth

FROM THE WIRES... Looking to elevate your game and up your holiday season entertaining skills a notch, two or three? You have 9diDANTE...

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andychalk

Dec 6, 20241 min read

Sip into the Holiday Spirit with UNA Vodka’s Festive Cocktail Recipes

FROM THE WIRES... ‘Tis the season for sipping festive libations featuring the botanical wonders of UNA Vodka , a revolutionary premium...

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andychalk

Dec 5, 20241 min read

Fearing's Is The Ideal Holiday Meal

Family, Business Associates, Friends. Everyone fits in here. by Andrew Chalk I recently interviewed Fearing's Wine Director, Paul...

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ON TEXAS WINE: Do they age? Part 18. Pedernales 2012 Valhalla Blend, Texas (∞)

andychalk

Dec 4, 20242 min read

ON TEXAS WINE: Do they age? Part 18. Pedernales 2012 Valhalla Blend, Texas (∞)

by Andrew Chalk The preamble to part one read… “More people are coming round to the idea that Texas can make good wine as they sample...

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WINE REVIEW: Post Scriptum, De Chryseia, 2022 Douro DOP, Portugal $32

andychalk

Dec 3, 20241 min read

WINE REVIEW: Post Scriptum, De Chryseia, 2022 Douro DOP, Portugal $32

Buy now; It is a category in a bottle. by Andrew Chalk This wine is an example of the Douro quietly registering a reputable identity in...

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An Informed View Of Michelin's Judgement in Texas

andychalk

Dec 2, 20241 min read

An Informed View Of Michelin's Judgement in Texas

by Andrew Chalk There have been quite a few printed critiques of Michelin's judgements of Texas by people who cannot boil an egg. For an...

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andychalk

Nov 29, 20243 min read

Announcing the Launch of Brion Wise Vintners and New Website

FROM THE WIRES... Napa Valley Vintner and Investor Brion Wise Launches Brion Wise Vintners Along with New Website Wise Establishes...

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ON TEXAS WINE: Do They Age? Part 17 LLANO ESTACADO 2014 Viviano, Texas (∞)

andychalk

Nov 28, 20241 min read

ON TEXAS WINE: Do They Age? Part 17 LLANO ESTACADO 2014 Viviano, Texas (∞)

by Andrew Chalk The preamble to part one read… “More people are coming round to the idea that Texas can make good wine as they sample...

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Experience the Magic of the Holidays at Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa

andychalk

Nov 27, 20241 min read

Experience the Magic of the Holidays at Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa

FROM THE WIRES... As the holiday season approaches, some exciting festive experiences are at Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa in Austin ....

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Warm Up to Fall with These Must-Try Cocktails from Tequila Corralejo

andychalk

Nov 26, 20241 min read

Warm Up to Fall with These Must-Try Cocktails from Tequila Corralejo

FROM THE WIRES... With fall in full swing, check out Tequila Corralejo ’s lineup of cocktails that capture the spirit of autumn....

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andychalk

Nov 24, 20241 min read

Impression: Georgie

by Andrew Chalk Very impressive food. Choose the tasting menu to get the broadest appreciation for chef R.J. Yoakum’s talents. Add the...

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Experience the Magic of the Holidays at Omni PGA Frisco Resort

andychalk

Nov 22, 20242 min read

Experience the Magic of the Holidays at Omni PGA Frisco Resort

FROM THE WIRES... With the holiday season just around the corner, Omni PGA Frisco Resort is offering the ultimate holiday retreat for...

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Rodney Strong Engages Consumers with Wine Cocktails

andychalk

Nov 21, 20243 min read

Rodney Strong Engages Consumers with Wine Cocktails

FROM THE WIRES... Rodney Strong Vineyards Wine Cocktails Have Arrived Sonoma County-based winery partners with bar menu master Dave...

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andychalk

Nov 20, 20241 min read

La Mina Announces New Fall Menu

FOR MANY, THIS IS ACTUALLY A COMING OUT FOR THE INNOVATIVE BASEMENT RESTAURANT/NIGHTCLUB (RESTOCLUB?, NIGHTAURANT?) AT THE RECONCEPTED...

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A 6-COURSE DINNER FOR $69 (ALTHOUGH SERVERS MAY HAVE NOSE RINGS).

andychalk

Nov 19, 20241 min read

A 6-COURSE DINNER FOR $69 (ALTHOUGH SERVERS MAY HAVE NOSE RINGS).

by Andrew Chalk Every year students at Dallas College - Culinary must prepare a “gourmet multicourse dinner”. The next one is,...

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Meet the Sommelier: Paul Botamer of Fearing’s Restaurant at The Ritz-Carlton, Dallas

andychalk

Nov 18, 202414 min read

Meet the Sommelier: Paul Botamer of Fearing’s Restaurant at The Ritz-Carlton, Dallas

by Andrew Chalk As I walk into the Ritz-Carlton on a windy, rainy, Fall afternoon, the lobby area is already buzzing with people, and it...

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WINE REVIEW: Ravel & Stitch 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon, Central Coast, CA $18.

andychalk

Nov 11, 20241 min read

WINE REVIEW: Ravel & Stitch 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon, Central Coast, CA $18.

by Andrew Chalk I posted the press release on this wine last week. This article is a tasting note. I was impressed by the value for...

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ROWEN WINE COMPANY ANNOUNCES THREE PERFECT RATINGS ON TOP WINES

andychalk

Nov 5, 20244 min read

ROWEN WINE COMPANY ANNOUNCES THREE PERFECT RATINGS ON TOP WINES

FROM THE WIRES... Rodney Strong Wine Estates’ Newest Project Earns Three 100 Point Scores from The SOMM Journal Healdsburg, Calif. – Oct....

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Wente Vineyards Unveils New Ravel & Stitch Cabernet Sauvignon Packaging!

andychalk

Nov 4, 20243 min read

Wente Vineyards Unveils New Ravel & Stitch Cabernet Sauvignon Packaging!

FROM THE WIRES... Ravel & Stitch Debuts New Packaging for Central Coast Cabernet Sauvignon Refreshed Look Highlights The Evolution and...

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TEXAS WINERIES AND DISTILLERS: ADD THIS COMPETITION TO YOUR LIST TO ENTER

andychalk

Oct 31, 20243 min read

TEXAS WINERIES AND DISTILLERS: ADD THIS COMPETITION TO YOUR LIST TO ENTER

by Andrew Chalk Wine competitions offer wineries a stackable form of marketing. Win a medal and you get publicity from the competition....

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Hunger Buster’s “Meet the Chef” Charity Event Is November 2nd

andychalk

Oct 31, 20242 min read

Hunger Buster’s “Meet the Chef” Charity Event Is November 2nd

FROM THE WIRES... Hunger Busters Hosts Meet the Chefs Charity Event to Help Fight Child Hunger in Dallas. Dallas Ranked #2 in the...

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andychalk

Oct 30, 20241 min read

Carbone - Your Holiday Dinner Treat!

by Andrew Chalk At a recent media event at Carbone Dallas I had the chance to inverview Beverage Manager Andrew Schawel. It was...

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CATCH THE NEXT MICHELIN CHEFS WHILE THEY ARE STILL USING TRAINING WHEELS

andychalk

Oct 29, 20242 min read

CATCH THE NEXT MICHELIN CHEFS WHILE THEY ARE STILL USING TRAINING WHEELS

Café Apprentice - Dallas College Culinary Lunch by Andrew Chalk Café Apprentice is the nom de guerre of the Dallas College (née 1965 as...

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War Of The Moo Cows! Steakhouses Compete with Limited-Time Budget Prix Fixe Menus

andychalk

Oct 28, 20241 min read

War Of The Moo Cows! Steakhouses Compete with Limited-Time Budget Prix Fixe Menus

by Andrew Chalk Three of the best steak houses in Dallas have gone to war with limited-time budget menus. I tried them all, on my dime....

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I Ate it! Al Biernat’s North Presents New 'Weekends at Al's North' Three-Course Dinner Menu

andychalk

Oct 26, 20243 min read

I Ate it! Al Biernat’s North Presents New 'Weekends at Al's North' Three-Course Dinner Menu

by Andrew Chalk I just got the press release below from one of Dallas most esteemed steakhouses... FROM THE WIRES... Al Biernat’s North...

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WINE REVIEW: Oceano 2023 Zero Pinot Noir Spanish Springs Vineyard San Luis Obispo Coast, CA ($55)

andychalk

Oct 24, 20243 min read

WINE REVIEW: Oceano 2023 Zero Pinot Noir Spanish Springs Vineyard San Luis Obispo Coast, CA ($55)

by Andrew Chalk This wine has a measured alcohol level of 0.47% ABV (alcohol by volume). By comparison, typical California Central Coast...

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Meet the sommelier: Andrew Schawel of Carbone, Dallas

andychalk

Oct 20, 202410 min read

Meet the sommelier: Andrew Schawel of Carbone, Dallas

by Andrew Chalk As I enter Carbone the place is overwhelming in its scale and detailed reproduction of the clubby atmosphere of New York...

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andychalk

Oct 17, 20244 min read

RE:Rooted Urban Winery 210

by Andrew Chalk I had lost touch with Jennifer Beckmann after her time at Kuhlken Cellars. There, I attended a premium event she...

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Del Dotto Experiments with Barrel Types with its Top Wines

andychalk

Oct 16, 20242 min read

Del Dotto Experiments with Barrel Types with its Top Wines

by Andrew Chalk I recently had the opportunity to taste two outstanding Cabernet Sauvignon wines from California's premiere wine region...

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How To Prep. a Bluefin - Spain Fusion Style

andychalk

Oct 15, 20241 min read

How To Prep. a Bluefin - Spain Fusion Style

by Andrew Chalk At Spain Fusion 2024 - Dallas a Barcelona chef demonstrated how to prepare Bluefin Tuna.

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Bombay Bicycle Club for Big Burgers and Loaded Nachos!

andychalk

Oct 14, 20243 min read

Bombay Bicycle Club for Big Burgers and Loaded Nachos!

by Andrew Chalk When I heard the name, I assumed San Antonio’s Bombay Bicycle Club (BBC) served Indian food. Wrong! They don’t even...

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Hotel Review: Next Time In San Antonio, Eschew the Chains for a Boutique Independent

andychalk

Oct 13, 20242 min read

Hotel Review: Next Time In San Antonio, Eschew the Chains for a Boutique Independent

by Andrew Chalk The Hotel Gibbs may be the ideal hotel for your next visit to San Antonio. Check out these features: Location Across...

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Simon Family Estate Appoints Vanessa Conlin, MW as Director of Growth and Partnerships

andychalk

Oct 10, 20243 min read

Simon Family Estate Appoints Vanessa Conlin, MW as Director of Growth and Partnerships

FROM THE WIRES... FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Simon Family Estate Appoints Vanessa...

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Wine Review: Landmark Vineyards 2021 Grand Detour Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast, CA

andychalk

Oct 9, 20241 min read

Wine Review: Landmark Vineyards 2021 Grand Detour Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast, CA

by Andrew Chalk If you love pinot noir, or want to sample a really alluring example, try this wine. It shows its fruit impressively in...

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Get Brunch all day at Box Street All Day at San Antonio’s Hemisfair

andychalk

Oct 8, 20241 min read

Get Brunch all day at Box Street All Day at San Antonio’s Hemisfair

by Andrew Chalk Good idea this: brunch from 9 in the morning until 4pm every day. The weekend’s popular indulgent meal available when you...

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Chef's for Farmers Is Just One Month Away!

andychalk

Oct 7, 20241 min read

Chef's for Farmers Is Just One Month Away!

FROM THE WIRES...

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andychalk

Oct 6, 20241 min read

The Standard, Singapore To Open November 2024 As The Brand Celebrates Its 25th Anniversary

FROM THE WIRES... Key Highlights: Prime Location : Situated on prestigious Orange Grove Road Steps away from the UNESCO-listed Singapore...

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WHO HAS THE BEST TACOS FOR NATIONAL TACO DAY AND WHERE CAN YOU GET ONE FOR FREE?

andychalk

Oct 3, 20242 min read

WHO HAS THE BEST TACOS FOR NATIONAL TACO DAY AND WHERE CAN YOU GET ONE FOR FREE?

FROM THE WIRES... Attached photo courtesy of Texas Dairy Queen Operators’ Council BEDFORD, Texas (September 30, 2024) – Here’s a tasty...

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Introducing the NEW Jammin' Bacon Hungr-Buster at Dairy Queen Restaurants in Texas

andychalk

Oct 2, 20242 min read

Introducing the NEW Jammin' Bacon Hungr-Buster at Dairy Queen Restaurants in Texas

FROM THE WIRES... An Unexpected Combination of Flavors Crafted for Texas Tastebud Perfection Image attached courtesy of Texas Dairy...

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OMNI BARTON CREEK RESORT & SPA RECOGNIZED WITH CONDÉ NAST TRAVELER’S 2024 READERS’ CHOICE AWARD

andychalk

Oct 1, 20243 min read

OMNI BARTON CREEK RESORT & SPA RECOGNIZED WITH CONDÉ NAST TRAVELER’S 2024 READERS’ CHOICE AWARD

FROM THE WIRES... “#3 Top Resort in The Southwest” [BP1] The World’s Best Hotels, Cruises, Countries, Cities, Resorts, Trains,...

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A SUMMER SOIREE WITH TUUCI PARASOLS AND PAVILION OUTDOOR FURNITURE

andychalk

Sep 30, 20241 min read

A SUMMER SOIREE WITH TUUCI PARASOLS AND PAVILION OUTDOOR FURNITURE

by Andrew Chalk We get a lot of summer in Dallas. It is a great time to spend outdoors, but so much more enjoyable if you control the...

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