On a mellow Sunday evening, I was fortunate enough to revisit Brava Wine Bar in Lenox. It’s hard to say exactly what made it the perfect evening, but the scenery, complete with a dusting of fresh snow, certainly contributed. Seriously, with the holiday lights still on display Lennox looked absolutely magical! What a beautiful little … Continue reading Bravo, Brava
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My life’s soundtrack – my top 50 at 50
Music is an amazing thing - it soothes, excites, inspires, comforts, stimulates and impresses me more than any other art form. There are songs that take me back to specific moments in my life like no other time machine I've ever known and guitar solos that still make me shake my head with wonder. Below … Continue reading My life’s soundtrack – my top 50 at 50
Man Crush Monday – Massimo Bottura
Over the summer, I did a little more than my usual television watching. It was too hot to do anything else, people. Don't judge! I binge watched the entire Breaking Bad series, finally finished Downton Abbey and, on my chiropractor's recommendation, blew through Grace and Frankie. I don’t regret the hours I spent on the … Continue reading Man Crush Monday – Massimo Bottura
Ain’t but one way out
If we've seen each other in the past week or two, you know exactly where this is going... I am currently obsessed with the Allman Brothers. Like, really, really obsessed. First, some history - I'm lucky enough to have seen the band in its various incarnations, probably a half dozen times, mostly at SPAC. I've … Continue reading Ain’t but one way out
Millions of (bad tasting) peaches
I don't know when it happened but it seems that finding a delicious peach has become a challenge on par with picking the trifecta at Saratoga. I mean, your odds of buying a flavorful, juicy peach are even less favorable than that of a thoroughbred surviving a hot summer season in the Spa City. After … Continue reading Millions of (bad tasting) peaches
Dueling croissants aux amandes
A number of years ago my friend, Paul, turned me on to almond croissants and my world became a sweeter place. I think there were three in the box he originally brought to my house. I know I wished there were more. On Paul's advice, prior to stuffing my face, I placed my croissant in … Continue reading Dueling croissants aux amandes
Yo – go get this yogurt!
I grew up on "fruit on the bottom" Dannon yogurt. As I got older, though, I was put off by how much sugar (approximately 30+ grams of added sugar) was packed into that 6 oz container. I remember wishing that it could come unsweetened, giving me the option to add sugar to my own taste. … Continue reading Yo – go get this yogurt!