Author Archives: Jim

2018, A Year in Wine Tastings: Top Ten Wines

Posted on March 26, 2019 by Jim

In 2018 I led 63 Wine Tastings, mostly in the Grapes Bordeaux Room, a few in private homes. Over the course of the year there was a high degree of diversity to the themes. From modest wines that we enjoy … Continue reading →

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A Problem in the Bronx Zoo

Posted on March 2, 2019 by Jim

We share 98% of our DNA with the Lowland Gorilla.  Can we say that we are fairly close on the evolutionary tree? Among the features that we have in common are opposable thumbs and finger nails. Finger nails? Finger nails!  … Continue reading →

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Powder Room

Posted on February 26, 2019 by Jim

We’re not talking about the Alamo here.  I’m not referring to where the Texans kept gun powder, cannon balls and other ammo.  We’re talking 25 Alston Avenue, and that small room wedged in between our kitchen and our breakfast room.  … Continue reading →

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Lox, Onions & Eggs

Posted on February 14, 2019 by Jim

While it is true that Mommie Soph’s “recipe book” had neither the volume nor diversity of a The Fanny Farmer Cookbook, there were elements in her canon that were true masterpieces.  And I am proud to say, nay… incredibly proud … Continue reading →

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