Ginou Choueiri gives "Mr Potato Head" new meaning: "Potatoes grow, live...mirroring the ephemeral existence and fragility of our own human nature." [via: VSL]
inspired by Thin Mint Girl Scout cookies, Manic Mother's chocolate mint cupcakes, which I think should be called Fat Mints :D [also, pls read home page]
Artisan Restaurant had me wondering if the food alone (without the wine) might be enough to make a trip to Paso Robles. then again, still have to have something to drink with a killer Reuben
Cass House's Jensen Lorenzen lets beer inspire his menu for a pairing: Penn Cove Black Mussels and Frites with Bratwurst and Belgian Ale [on their own blog!]
view of stephan vineyards from inside l'aventure winery, "haute couture viticulture." we fell in love with stephan and his Estate Cuvee, so brought one home (along with an Optimus)