Recently, my husband and I enjoyed a simple, yet romantic, dinner of cheese and crackers, as we had found an excellent cheese counter at a new-to-us grocery store. Although we typically favor a red wine, it seemed that most varietals would overpower the delicate flavors of our goat cheese, mozzarella, and champignon. To compliment the cheeses, we decided that a Chenin Blanc would be best.
Although it took a little searching to find the right wine (4 stores!), my husband found Dry Creek Vineyard 2006 Dry Chenin Blanc. Having enjoyed this vineyard's wine several years ago, he was certain that
Archive for April, 2009
Beer Review: Grimbergen, Blonde
by J Frazzetta on April 7th, 2009 | Beer
Bottle/Tap: Bottle
In the tradition of Belgium beers, like Leffe, we have the Grimbergen Brewery and this fine ale. Last fall I sampled the Grimbergen Double Ale and really enjoyed it, matter of fact I bought a few pints for some friends when I met them at Strangebrew. Since the weather is getting warmer I thought it would be appropriate to start things off with a light, crisp ale to get us out of the slump of winter.
This is another one of those monk beers, and I almost wanted to wear my Snuggie in reverse while I was drinking it, so
In the tradition of Belgium beers, like Leffe, we have the Grimbergen Brewery and this fine ale. Last fall I sampled the Grimbergen Double Ale and really enjoyed it, matter of fact I bought a few pints for some friends when I met them at Strangebrew. Since the weather is getting warmer I thought it would be appropriate to start things off with a light, crisp ale to get us out of the slump of winter.
This is another one of those monk beers, and I almost wanted to wear my Snuggie in reverse while I was drinking it, so
