Tag Archives: Wine
LEAP IN AND “WINE” DOWN FOR LEAP DAY AT THE BRIGHT SHAWL
Posted on 21. Feb, 2012 by Johnnie.
San Antonio, TX (February 16, 2012)– Leap Day only comes along every four years, so mark the occasion and “Wine” Down at The Bright Shawl this February 29th. Join your friends and catch up in a relaxed, fun setting at Wine Down Wednesdays, a new happy hour at The Bright Shawl. You’ve worked hard this [...]
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Dipping The Vine
Posted on 08. Dec, 2011 by Tinseltine.
The chocolate & wine nuts that you are about to experience have been crafted by hand and created from the heart with love – Dipping The Vine The Nut Lady I met a fun and fabulous new friend who has a truly original and irresistible online gourmet shop called Dipping The Vine. Her name is [...]
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Risotto with Barbera wine
Posted on 29. Sep, 2011 by Johnnie.
This recipe comes by way of Academia Barilla, the Italian Food Academy. You can find them online at http://www.academiabarilla.com/ Regional name: Risot al Barbera Barbera, one of the most famous wines of Piedmont, gives this risotto its creamy consistency and delicate flavor. Ingredients Servings 4 * ¾ lb Rice * 1 onion * 1 ¾ [...]
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The Boiler House Grill and Wine Garden
Posted on 31. Aug, 2011 by Johnnie.
Pearl Brewery, San Antonio Slated to open in the spring of 2012, The Boiler House Grill and Wine Garden will be one of San Antonio’s prime destinations for food, wine and entertainment. Located between the historic Pearl Brewery building and the newly-christened Culinary Institute of America, The Boiler House will occupy a free-standing structure which [...]
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Auntie Mayme’s Chicken and Wine
Posted on 16. Aug, 2011 by Johnnie.
6 large skinless, boneless chicken breasts 2 Tbs. flour 1 tsp. sweet paprika 1 ½ tsp. salt 2 Tbs. butter ¼ dry sherry 1 tsp. corn starch ¾ cup light cream 1/3 cup Chablis 1 Tbs. lemon juice ½ cup grated Swiss cheese Mix flour, paprika, and 1 tsp. salt in a plastic zip-lock bag. [...]
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Local Coffee
Posted on 01. Jun, 2011 by Johnnie.
Since I had the day off Memorial Day and I had seen a posting on Facebook that Local Coffee was open for business that day, I decided it was time I ventured into their establishment to check them out and give their coffee a try. I arrived there a little before their scheduled opening time, [...]
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Max’s Wine Dive
Posted on 26. Apr, 2011 by Johnnie.
Not just a spot for lunch or dinner. I was invited to an Open House at Max’s Wine Dive last week-end to show off their new semi-private event space. We were catered to by General Manager Blade Haddock and his friendly and knowledgeable team. Max’s is more upscale than dive with a very trendy décor. [...]

