Archive for September, 2009
Hawaiian Fuzzy Logic
Friday, September 11th, 2009
A few weeks ago I discovered that a Fuzzy Navel can be an enjoyable drink. Well, at least it can be when it is served as a Fuzzy Navel 2.0. The combination of orange and peach flavors served in a lighter style made a perfect summer evening cocktail.
Last week my husband decided to tinker with his own peach and orange drink concoction. To change the flavor slightly he added pineapple to the list of flavors. This produced a drink that tasted quite tropical but also had a bit of a kick to it. Served over ice, it was refreshing...
Beer Review: Dogfish Head, Aprihop
Tuesday, September 8th, 2009
Bottle/Tap: Bottle
This is a beer that I have had before but was never close to a notepad to jot down ideas. I’d tell myself that one day I would review it. Well, I was with friends when I was offered a bottle of this interesting brew, and I was also near some scrap paper to take a few notes.
This is a 7%, you wouldn’t expect anything less from a Dogfish Head brew, and I was glad that it didn’t taste like a 7%. Right on the label it tells you that it is an IPA brewed with apricots, and that...
Review: Circa, Washington, DC
Thursday, September 3rd, 2009
Driving into Washington, DC on a Friday evening that was filled with downpours, it seemed dubious that the evening would lend itself to walking to dinner. However, after settling into our hotel and dressing for an evening on the town, the showers diminished to a drizzle and with an umbrella in hand, we headed out.
With our hotel located literally steps from Dupont Circle, we knew we would find a great dining destination quickly. Approximately halfway around the circle, we saw Circa, which was one of the restaurants recommended by our concierge. It seemed quite popular, as it was standing...
