Author Archives: Jim

Carrots, Celery & Dad

Posted on August 11, 2015 by Jim

The other day Sandy was busy assembling the salad course for our dinner… adding some cut carrots and celery to salad in the bag. I couldn’t resist pinching a few. I was nosily crunching my way when a small picture … Continue reading →

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Smoked Salmon Frittata & 2014 Château Sainte-Croix Rosé

Posted on April 10, 2015 by Jim

This is a variation on a dish prepared by my Grandmother Mommie Soph: Lox, onions & eggs.  It was my favorite Sunday morning breakfast, and made with enough butter so you could actually hear your arteries congealing and further… the smell of … Continue reading →

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A Business Partnership in Antiquity Gone Bad

Posted on March 15, 2015 by Jim

Before crossing the Rubicon River in 44BCE, Julius Caesar took time to time to write to his ally and colleague, Brutus… Dear Brutus, I am ready to make my return to Rome.  I am bringing a Legion, and knowing that … Continue reading →

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 Pork Cassoulet & Di Sipo Cerasuolo d’Abruzzo ’13

Posted on March 6, 2015 by Jim

 Pork Cassoulet & Di Sipo Cerasuolo d’Abruzzo ’13 This is an instance where I wanted to try a wine, and selected a dish that I thought would work.  No need for suspense.  The cassoulet hit the mark for the Cerasuolo.  … Continue reading →

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