Sancerre is hot item in the otherwise sagging wine sector. It pairs perfectly with the "Gladiator of the Deep." A few weeks ago, MichaelC.-- the young adult son of my my long-time BFF AndyS.-- messaged me seeking advice. He had just secured his first real job in his chosen field of marine science, and his new boss had invited him over for a swordfish dinner. He was tasked with bringing the wine... and he wanted me to recommend a wine that would make him look good. (Promising signs in a...

(Even though it's technically still summer.) Summer warmth lingers, but the clouds are getting organized for cooler weather. Labor Day is the unofficial bridge from summer to autumn. During the week immediately thereafter we experienced in rapid succession the sudden appearance of yellow school buses, the start of the NFL regular season, and the cloying stench of pine cones heavily scented with "pumpkin spice" as we stroll into our local supermarkets. Meanwhile, Halloween decorations and...

A delicious and versatile side dish. If great color scores culinary points, this dish is a grand slam. Let's face it-- few of us automatically reach for cabbage in the fresh produce aisle. Too bad, because cabbage is inexpensive, nutritious, and keeps longer in the fridge than most other veggies. And red cabbage is even more nutritious and flavorful than its pale green sibling. Google ROTKOHL and you will find a plethora of conflicting recipes... all of which are essentially sweet & sour...