Category Archives: Sandy’s Table

Toad in the Hole w/ 2022 Clos St. Antonin Côtes du Rhône

England might not take first place for unappealing names for food, but here is a small sampling of names that are certainly worthy of consideration: Spotted Dick, Clotted Cream, Mushy Peas, Bangers & Mash, and for our consideration today: Toad … Continue reading

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COWBOY SPAGHETTI & 2022 BODEGA A NOEMĺA MALBEC

This recipe is from Allrecipes which hooked me with this intro: “Everyone will love this cowboy spaghetti, a fun twist with bacon, cheese and pasta in a spicy beef and tomato sauce.  The best part is that it’s a one-dish meal, cooked … Continue reading

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Kalimotxo Braised Short Ribs w/ 2019 Klinker Brick Old Vine Zinfandel

Kalimotxo [KAL-ee-MOH-cho] is a traditional drink from the Basque in Spain.  It is an equal blend of dry red wine and cola, and it was thought to be a great way to camouflage a “rustic” quality red!  That case notwithstanding, the … Continue reading

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July Celebration in February—w/Les Légendes R Bordeaux Blanc ’21 and Hillick & Hobbs Dry Riesling ’19

— The sea air was calling to me. It was time to visit Lynn & Alan (Sister & Brother-in-Law) at their roomy home that fronted Long Island Sound in Milford.  In times past we would enjoy a New England clam … Continue reading

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