No one escapes untouched by Oaxaca. This lyrical, magical city has been a powerful cultural and … Cradle of Mexican cuisine, Oaxaca relishes mole negroRead more
Author: Pat and David
Valpolicella Classico matches chocolate-spiked ragù
We discovered a Fumanelli Valpolicella Classico Superiore 2013 nestled among bigger reds in our limited wine … Valpolicella Classico matches chocolate-spiked ragùRead more
Cheese-loving Americans in good company
Here in the United States, January 20 is National Cheese Lover’s Day. We’re not really certain … Cheese-loving Americans in good companyRead more
Wishing all our readers peace and joy in 2017
If Derry, Northern Ireland, can find its way to peace, perhaps so can the rest of … Wishing all our readers peace and joy in 2017Read more
Château La Nerthe delivers warmth, finesse, and power
Châteauneuf-du-Pape might be the ultimate late autumn comfort wine. At its best, it’s rich, nuanced, and … Château La Nerthe delivers warmth, finesse, and powerRead more
Jawbox Gin embodies the spirit of Belfast
Gerry White has spent his career in the bar trade and has been manager of the … Jawbox Gin embodies the spirit of BelfastRead more
Steak and Guinness Pie a pub standard
Pretty much wherever you go in Northern Ireland, chances are good that the pub has steak … Steak and Guinness Pie a pub standardRead more
Pub crawl reveals Cathedral Quarter riches
After falling on hard times, Belfast’s Cathedral Quarter has been enjoying boom years of late. The … Pub crawl reveals Cathedral Quarter richesRead more
Made in Belfast’s pork belly dish delivers pig ecstasy
We dream of returning to restaurants around the globe just for one dish. Made in Belfast … Made in Belfast’s pork belly dish delivers pig ecstasyRead more
Jeffers Home Bakery bakes Irish staff of life
Whenever we travel in Ireland, Pat’s mother always requests that we bring her home some soda … Jeffers Home Bakery bakes Irish staff of lifeRead more