Wine, Beer and Spirits
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4:19 p.m. Aug. 19th 2011
Sake-No-Ana meal standouts: fried rice w Wagyu beef and greens done in stone pan http://t.co/fWeEB3t -
4:16 p.m. Aug. 19th 2011
Sake-No-Ana meal standouts: over-night dried grilled squid served with mayo to dip http://t.co/udSZZvT -
4:15 p.m. Aug. 19th 2011
Sake-No-Ana: tasted 9 sakes, from fruity&sparkling 2 lite&crisp, rich&aromatic, sherry-like aged & milky&unfilterd http://t.co/vcR6zIu -
4:11 p.m. Aug. 19th 2011
Sake-No-Ana: sake class w sommelier Sakamoto-san. http://t.co/PxDD8yv -
4:54 p.m. July 29th 2011
Fidencio Pechuga Mezcal is abt the best thing ive evr had pleasure of imbibing. Rich, gorgeous fruit,hint of smoke http://moby.to/n65mq5 -
4:14 p.m. July 7th 2011
Fidencio Mezcal Distlry, Oax: First distillation (of two) of mezcal clásico. Mezcal "pechuga"=distilled 3x w fruit http://moby.to/7u183y -
4:12 p.m. July 7th 2011
Fidencio Mezcal Distlry, Oax: small copper still distillation of fermented agave. http://moby.to/7lfcbd -
4:11 p.m. July 7th 2011
Fidencio Mezcal Distlry, Oax: master distiller Enrique talking to our staff about rstd agave barrel fermentation http://moby.to/b1jlrv -
4:09 p.m. July 7th 2011
Fidencio Mezcal Distlry, Oax: crushing roasted agave in tahona (horse-powered mill). http://moby.to/0tum0a -
4:07 p.m. July 7th 2011
Fidencio Mezcal Distlry, Oax: roasting hearts (piñas) of espadín agave in wood-fired (oak/pine) pit. http://moby.to/k0s0sx -
8:43 p.m. May 17th 2011
New drink list @ Frontera: honey Manila mango mojito w spice mango garnish http://moby.to/v327gl -
9:39 p.m. May 5th 2011
Now I'm really thirsty RT @Tea_pott Just made the "original" margarita according to @Rick_Bayless -super! http://yfrog.com/h42n9czj -
9:38 p.m. May 5th 2011
That makes me thirsty! RT @jsmeeker @Rick_Bayless A Michelada for Cinco de Mayo. Cheers! http://yfrog.com/h82oixtj -
3:23 p.m. May 5th 2011
hit and miss here in Chicago RT @JSkeksi: @Rick_Bayless can't find Chupacabra Pale Ale anymore, are they still distributing here? -
1:08 a.m. April 22nd 2011
Adobe Guad dinner: passed aos included Machacado c/ huevo: quail egg w crispy dried beef,ricotta&cilantro tortilla http://moby.to/n68who -
1:08 a.m. April 22nd 2011
Adobe Guadalupe winery dinner: I butchered local lamb to cook in wood-burning oven they have in their kitchen! http://moby.to/o1unsj -
1:23 p.m. April 14th 2011
Valle de Guadalupe, a few miles from Ensenada, overlooking 100k olive trees & Mex's famed wine-producing region http://moby.to/qwqf8n -
11:27 a.m. April 6th 2011
Oh, No! It's 10:30 in the morning and I had to shoot a beer-tasting segment at Baja Brewing in San Jose del Cabo. http://moby.to/g5gfjp -
10:01 p.m. March 20th 2011
!!! RT @xakmol Rick, I just found Mexican wines being sold in the US. Great pairing for your creations www.winesfrombaja.com @bajawines -
6:01 p.m. March 17th 2011
RT @VinusTrip: "Mexican wine industry continues to emerge and move forward" Mexico wine culture in 2011 by Steve Dryden http://bit.ly/fjvsW9 -
6:42 p.m. March 15th 2011
thx 4 including us! Dan (Xoco mgr) is rlly passionate abt R local brews RT @beerad Getting set up 2 record episode of the @HopCast at Xoco. -
5:02 p.m. March 8th 2011
Gr8 Syrah class w Frontera Som Jill Gubech: Papillon:earthy; Murray:gr8 quaff; Dama: nuanced ; Barry: rich, jammy http://moby.to/0ccrjk -
1:24 a.m. March 6th 2011
Got a taste: rich, complex fig on nose. V little honeyed sweetness on palate--almost savory. Dried apricot, herbs http://moby.to/q4iqek -
9:22 p.m. March 5th 2011
Surprise brought for a guest at Topolo tonight.Just open, gorgeous nose,maybe I'll get a taste! Boy, I luv my job http://moby.to/qhvjz7 -
6:58 a.m. Feb. 17th 2011
Had luxe opportunity 2 taste all Hugo A'Costa's new releases from Adobe Guadalupe w owner Don Miller@winery http://moby.to/kmbdsr -
6:49 a.m. Feb. 17th 2011
Adobe Guadalupe ! RT @bakerwine @Rick_Bayless Top Mexican wine available in Chicago? -
2:31 a.m. Feb. 17th 2011
Casa de Piedra, one of Hugo D'Acosta's wineries, for tasting. Stunning eco-structure designed by his brother http://moby.to/wvaqe3 -
2:29 a.m. Feb. 17th 2011
Toured Escuelita (artisan wine school) w owner Hugo D'Acosta. This man's vision&talent has changed Mex wine 4ever http://moby.to/z2bz43 -
1:22 a.m. Feb. 17th 2011
Tastings of a dozen LA Cetto wines with Camilo Magoni. Vertical of Nebbiolo from 1986 to 2004 http://moby.to/tsw354 -
11:04 a.m. Feb. 15th 2011
San Rafael Winery: Ojos Negros Syrah is one of the silkiest, most gorgeous wines I've tasted recently http://moby.to/q2oa02 -
11:02 a.m. Feb. 15th 2011
San Rafael Winery: son Ludvig Hussong= professional chef&winemaker. Talent in both: tongue terrine,escabeche veg http://moby.to/v3ta77 -
4:38 p.m. Jan. 25th 2011
Ok: another new seasonal cocktail: Arcadia Ales Cocoa Loco + Graham's 6-Grape Port! Really delicious. Warm hug. http://moby.to/zml4ca -
4:23 p.m. Jan. 25th 2011
Another seasonal cocktail goes live tonight: fresh ginger mojito w a splash of 10-yr brandy http://moby.to/ep0la1 -
4:14 p.m. Jan. 25th 2011
As promised: the blood orange margarita is back on the menu! http://moby.to/llypqs -
8:23 p.m. Jan. 21st 2011
Back n Chgo: testing new cocktails 4 Frontera: Yes! Blood orange margarita soon 2 return! Also 1 called Sunshine http://moby.to/l9t6a5 -
11:24 a.m. Jan. 18th 2011
http://bit.ly/6mMWx = answer RT @pedrothethird: is thr a wine U cn drink w/ SPICY! Mexican food? Talking simple beans & pico de gallo? -
6:24 a.m. Jan. 11th 2011
Hope this Bulgarian Pinot Noir comes 2 States! It's well crafted (fruit+earth+complexity),good value,food friendly http://moby.to/wginpa -
4:22 p.m. Dec. 21st 2010
Tasting new whites (and new vintages) with Frontera/Topolo staff. This Australian impaled Chard will be a go-to! http://moby.to/5kp1fs -
5:15 p.m. Dec. 11th 2010
pics and recipes from winners of my holiday cocktail contest: http://www.rickbayless.com/blog/?p=187. Each won personalized Fiesta@Rick's! -
8:35 p.m. Dec. 9th 2010
Very honored: our Marisol draft beer (crafted with Goose Island) is in TimeOur Chicago's 100 best tastes of the year! http://bit.ly/ifh1b7 -
12:33 p.m. Nov. 19th 2010
California Syrah RT @jacqdiaz I'm making Pozole Rojo for Thanksgiving at home.Is there a good wine to pair with this Mexican holiday staple? -
6:42 p.m. Nov. 2nd 2010
Marisol 4ever!Gr8 w ceviche/guac!But fall gets mor dk beer RT @m750:Do u chg Beer seasonly?Marisol is gr8,but feels lite 4 hearty fall fare. -
4:56 p.m. Nov. 2nd 2010
Scrumpy's Hard Cider, lime, muddled mint, simple syrup RT @huberal @Rick_Bayless What's in the Hard Cider Mojito? Sounds yummy!!! -
4:54 p.m. Nov. 2nd 2010
AND "Salted Caramel" Ale : 2 Bros "Long Haul" ale, cajeta, Koval Honey Liqueur, salted rim http://moby.to/b22hxq -
4:44 p.m. Nov. 2nd 2010
New drink menu@Frontera/Topolo starts 2nite. Gr8 hard cider mojito (pic)&Flor Morada (Koval millet,bl currant) http://moby.to/823x1n -
11:15 p.m. Oct. 5th 2010
We had an AMAZING all-staff class w Meg from r local Koval spirits.Love the Rye white whiskey,fresh Ginger liqueur http://moby.to/e6huar -
8:45 p.m. Aug. 31st 2010
Pre-service class for servers on flavors in wine: incred to have great local fruit, fresh herbs and spices! http://moby.to/tldwjp -
9:12 a.m. Aug. 31st 2010
My guide: http://j.mp/aESuOY RT @israeliwine @Rick_Bayless Rick, what wines do you think go best with spicy foods? -
12:48 a.m. Aug. 21st 2010
Highlands Inn: bottle of Lucia Pinot Noir from this area: rich, voluptuous -
3:34 p.m. Aug. 5th 2010
RT @GooseClybourn Check out the new @Hopcast episode: @Rick_Bayless & @GooseClybourn Marisol http://ow.ly/2lDXc #Chicago #Craft Beer -
10:54 p.m. July 15th 2010
AND at Green City Mkt Chefs BBQ we poured our new Goose Island-Crafted beer, Marisol. http://moby.to/soguv0 -
10:39 p.m. July 13th 2010
Not this year :( RT @jwlucasnc @Rick_Bayless Will you market the new brew bottled? -
10:38 p.m. July 13th 2010
I wish! Havent figured it out yet tho RT @no_big_thing @Rick_Bayless Any chance for a small tap system at Xoco in the future? -
8:57 p.m. July 13th 2010
Wheat beer w citrus, green coriander, deliciouness RT @SamCalled @Rick_Bayless What kind of beer is it/what does it taste like? -
6:47 p.m. July 13th 2010
Our new beer--Marisol, made for us by Goose Island--debuts @ our tap in Frontera/Topolo tonight! Exclusive http://moby.to/4gt7a6 -
2:26 p.m. June 19th 2010
I am the luckiest guy in the world: listened to passion of Jean Marc Roulot and Cristophe Roumier for 1 1/2 hrs. http://twitpic.com/1y7hr7 -
11:15 a.m. June 19th 2010
Really psyched to be doing a reserve tasting of 13 of Burgundy's best: Roulot and Roumier! http://twitpic.com/1y5wtz -
10:56 p.m. June 6th 2010
Bohemia RT @MrBillMueller @Rick_Bayless what's your favorite Mexican beer? -
12:32 p.m. June 2nd 2010
Yes, but its tricky. Try bitters RT @danarestia do you ever make cocktails with mezcal? What's good for cutting through the smoke? -
4:49 p.m. May 23rd 2010
gr8 pics of mezcal prod; Del Maguey best in US MonteRT @SugarAppleBlog: U should meet our mezcal making host in Oaxaca http://bit.ly/9AJOTq -
3:09 a.m. May 15th 2010
RT @BeerBin XOCO updated their beer offerings: http://beerbin.com/bars/299-xoco @Rick_Bayless LONG HAUL is a new one! http://bit.ly/d2nOR9 -
12:59 p.m. May 11th 2010
Very interesting article about Mezcal (and how different it is from tequila): http://j.mp/a4ywb6 -
8:56 p.m. May 10th 2010
Sepia's Joshua finishng his Odin's Smoke Cocktail (#12) http://twitpic.com/1mtotc -
7:53 p.m. May 10th 2010
Charles from Drawing Room making his Mezcal cocktail, la Mixteca with guajillo syrup (#8) http://twitpic.com/1mt9gc -
7:01 p.m. May 10th 2010
Hosting release party for Ron Cooper's new Oaxacan mezcal: Vida. Judging mixologist competition using the new Vida http://twitpic.com/1mswp0 -
11:42 p.m. May 3rd 2010
Marea: last course served with this strangely young, really perfect young Burgundy. Crisp but beefy http://twitpic.com/1kuggm -
9:17 p.m. April 27th 2010
Jason: gr8 job on beer; cant wait 2 release RT @jbrew312: 2nd beer tasting of day w rick bayless,now having 2nd meal of day @ frontera grill -
11:01 p.m. April 26th 2010
One of my fave wines RT @grist: @tomphilpott interviews Mike Benziger about his sweet biodynamic vineyard http://bit.ly/aZhcxI -
8:32 p.m. April 16th 2010
I am completely, totally in love with Koval's Rye and Millet images whiskeys http://twitpic.com/1g4ryn -
6:12 p.m. April 14th 2010
RT @PackYourKnives Never criticize @Rick_Bayless margaritas. Ever. http://tinyurl.com/melfz9 #topchef @timeoutchicago #fb -
7:37 p.m. March 24th 2010
Finish Spring Green Bloody Mary: Shaker w ice: 3T puree, 1.5 oz blnc teq,2T lime,1T simple syrup. Strain over ice -
7:34 p.m. March 24th 2010
Base for Spring Green Bloody Mary: Puree SMOOTH: 2 c chpd raw tomtillos,2 c chpd cuke,1 serrano,1/2 c cilantro,1/2c H20,1T salt -
7:28 p.m. March 24th 2010
Many asked for recipe for our Spring Green Bloody Mary that I posted a picture of yesterday. Following tweet -
7:39 p.m. March 23rd 2010
Cerveza de Tamarindo RT @Fungible @Rick_Bayless What do you call the beer cocktail? -
7:38 p.m. March 23rd 2010
Cazadores blnco RT @domibeno What kind of tequila? RT new beer cocktail: Ayinger wheat beer+tamarind+lime+tequila http://twitpic.com/1ai18v -
4:53 p.m. March 23rd 2010
New Specialty Cocktail: Spring Green Blood Mary: tequila+lime+purée of tomatillo-serrano-cilantro-cuke -
4:49 p.m. March 23rd 2010
A new specialty beer cocktail: Ayinger wheat beer+tamarind+lime+tequila http://twitpic.com/1ai18v -
4:46 p.m. March 23rd 2010
Changing specialty cocktails in Frontera/Topolo tonight: Fresh young coconut mojito w Kalani Yucatecan coco liquer http://twitpic.com/1ai0qf -
7:46 p.m. March 11th 2010
Wow.Just worked out a remarkable Koval Grapefruit Margarita featuring local Koval millet whiskey&their ginger liq http://twitpic.com/180b6p -
7:34 p.m. March 11th 2010
Getting ready for tasting of possible new seasonal cocktails. Tough job http://twitpic.com/1808s4 -
8:35 p.m. March 5th 2010
For those interested in pairing wine with Mexican food, here's a great blog from a wine pro at Frontera: http://j.mp/bTCaZ6 -
7:32 p.m. March 4th 2010
RT @thedailypull Big #Chicago beer news: @Rick_Bayless & @GooseClybourn collaborating on new brew http://bit.ly/cm6XDg -
6:33 p.m. Feb. 22nd 2010
Here's the link to @redeyechicago'd margarita gallery. http://bit.ly/becVt8. Check out page 5 -
9:14 a.m. Feb. 19th 2010
Tempranillo, Sangiovese RT @lilmsred5: @Rick_Bayless wine rec. for your Sopa Azteca recipe? -
5:11 p.m. Feb. 17th 2010
In Chgo RT @beerinator @Rick_Bayless is Chupacá distributed in the Chicago market now? Or is that a gift? I've heard good things about them. -
4:29 p.m. Feb. 17th 2010
Crazy good new craft beer from Mexico: Chupacá. "Scarey" can.... http://yfrog.com/1ebsjej -
7:24 p.m. Feb. 10th 2010
loads of good ones; been tasting Partida a lot lately. RT @Denrael: @Rick_Bayless what do you suggest as a good sipping tequila. -
7:06 p.m. Feb. 10th 2010
Truly like tequila;.Whisky?Like it too RT @druczhak: do u truly enjoy tequila? Or is it a product of ur environment?Any thoughts on whiskey? -
2:37 p.m. Feb. 10th 2010
Back in Snowy Chicago: tasting beers with Frontera team and Goose Island team. Working on a great joint project http://yfrog.com/1yr22sj -
7:32 a.m. Feb. 3rd 2010
Bohemia is the fullest flavor, which is what I like in beer RT @jenspbash: Hi Rick - I'm curious, what's your favorite Mexican beer? -
8:59 p.m. Jan. 31st 2010
Thanks! Cracking open my btl of Mich rum now RT @GreenGrocerChic Thanks 4 stopping by the store.A true honor 2 meet u! http://myloc.me/3nIbK -
8:05 p.m. Jan. 27th 2010
huge list. hre's guide 4 pairing w r food: http://bit.ly/6mMWx RT @Astralsails: wht R yr favorite types of wine that R served at yr restos? -
7:11 p.m. Jan. 27th 2010
We do TONS w lical artisan brews;doing spec beer w Goose Island RT @cancino45 Have you begun using artisan beer to complement your menus? -
5:01 p.m. Jan. 26th 2010
New spec drinks:Cerveza "Cafe de Olla":Two Brothers Cane&Ebel ale/Bell's Java Stout w 3G teq, orange, sweet spices http://twitpic.com/zwutv -
4:58 p.m. Jan. 26th 2010
New specialty drink menu: the crowd-pleasing blood orange margarita w juice from Beck Grove Organic Orchard http://twitpic.com/zwuca -
4:53 p.m. Jan. 26th 2010
New specialty drinks going on menu today. Wild about fresh tamarind marg w Cointreau, 3G tequila, lime http://twitpic.com/zwtn8 -
4:26 p.m. Jan. 23rd 2010
Blended tamarind is gr8! RT @Elebertus: is the tamarind shaken w the cocktail? I wouldn't imagine that being a pleasant texture in a drink. -
8:03 p.m. Jan. 22nd 2010
Finshd tasting new spec cocktails:aftermath of spicy tamarind margarita,blood orange marg,"Mex Coffee" Bells Stout http://twitpic.com/zalqx -
8:53 p.m. Jan. 21st 2010
We match wines with every course of tasting menus; we have to go thru a lot of choices ... http://twitpic.com/z5guj -
8:41 p.m. Jan. 16th 2010
Very, very smooth RT @BodaciousJB: @Rick_Bayless Rick, what do you think of Don Julio? A friend gave me a bottle of anejo as a gift. -
2:26 p.m. Jan. 16th 2010
Tempranillo is good. Pretty wine-friendly dish. Nothing too heavy RT @robtimko: @Rick_Bayless wine rec. for your Sopa Azteca recipe? -
4:53 p.m. Jan. 15th 2010
Blind tasting of anejo tequila: hard 2 believe 12 of 20 serv staff got it right!Casa Noble. Rich,caramely,cinnamon http://twitpic.com/y8nh6 -
10:20 p.m. Dec. 28th 2009
Pechaud bitters, Chichicapa RT @CateFG @Rick_Bayless What makes Topolo's mezcal margarita pink? Also, which Del Maguey do you use in it? -
10:48 p.m. Dec. 22nd 2009
Yes, yes!! RT @MichaelNagrant Del Maguey Mezcal RT @TOfoodie: What do you get scotch-drinkers that's not scotch or scotch glasses? -
5 p.m. Dec. 11th 2009
Yes. 2nd label to Herradura RT @chefmartinvine @Rick_Bayless "Have you ever had el Jimador tequila? is it good quality?" -
11:06 a.m. Dec. 10th 2009
RT @chria_hazlitt we had an amazing Montefiore Sangiovese Rosado@Laja last year, then drove to the winery and bought a case from the owner! -
10:45 p.m. Dec. 9th 2009
We finally got Chateau Montefiori Cab-Sangiovese blend from Valle de Guadalupe in Baja. Velvet richness. SO happy! http://twitpic.com/svzbr -
8:42 a.m. Dec. 8th 2009
Chateau Montalina 94 reserve cab!!! RT @griffinbarnett @Rick_Bayless what wine were you drinking with this? food looks amazing! -
5:24 p.m. Dec. 3rd 2009
Here's how we do blind teq tastings: pour sample, discuss color&aroma,taste&discuss flavor,guess hilands or lowlands & age,guess maker -
4:51 p.m. Dec. 3rd 2009
Just finished blind tequila tasting w staff: 7 servers IDd Casa Noble anejo: rich, caramely, earthy, satisfying http://twitpic.com/s0qop -
8:35 p.m. Dec. 1st 2009
Del Mahuey San Luis Del Rio Sngl Village. 2 good 2 mix RT @CateFG @Rick_Bayless What is your fave Mezcal? Is it good for making margaritas? -
11:13 p.m. Nov. 30th 2009
Don Julio= soft; tesoro=bright; patron=? RT @joew3 @Rick_Bayless What's a good tequila for sipping with sangrita? -
5:01 p.m. Nov. 24th 2009
Tasting w serv staff of Bar Mgr's fave teqs: corzo blanco(brite,citrus),Dos Lunas Reposdo(cin oil,cocoa),Partida anejo(elegant,carm,smoke) -
9:21 a.m. Nov. 24th 2009
Many, esp Tesoro blancoRT @manifesto1 Tried Cazadores, Sauza Gold & Blanco, Cabo Reposado, Patron & Julio... what's your favorite tequila? -
1:09 a.m. Nov. 16th 2009
A Rioja RT @jsmeeker @Rick_Bayless Can you suggest wine for duck carnitas? -
9:25 p.m. Nov. 14th 2009
I like the simple: lime, ice, beer, salt RT @bbochnow @Rick_Bayless also, what is your fav way to make a michelada? -
9:18 p.m. Nov. 14th 2009
El Tesoro Blanco RT @grace413 @Rick_Bayless I need to find good tequila for a gift. Any suggestions? Thank you! -
10:53 p.m. Nov. 5th 2009
Bohemia RT @floryphoto @Rick_Bayless what is your fav Mexican beer? -
2:35 p.m. Nov. 4th 2009
Playing w an idea w Goose Island RT @jbelst U ever think about working w a brewery to create your own beer, like Morimoto does with Rogue? -
9:51 p.m. Nov. 3rd 2009
All over Mex, quite good RT @GregLaketek have u had the Mexican beer called Victoria? Can't find it in the states, but it's all over Jalisco -
7:11 p.m. Nov. 3rd 2009
We offer beer from all locals RT @Dan_Carey Any expansion of the craft beer offerings?More local or more good craft products wud b exciting! -
4:48 p.m. Nov. 3rd 2009
Also autumn margarita of 3G tequila infused w Rishi Cinnamon Plum botanical blend, lime,crema de mezcal,Cointreau http://twitpic.com/o6cpg -
4:28 p.m. Nov. 3rd 2009
New drink menu starts today in Fronter&Topolo.A fave:Manzanita Cooler: rum, Seedling cider, jk Scrumpy hard cider, fresh lime, cinnamon-salt -
3:44 p.m. Oct. 11th 2009
Thanks! RT @techguerilla FYI, not usually that impressed by a sommeliers pairings but Jill's were spot on perfect. thx for great night -
12:41 a.m. Oct. 10th 2009
RT @bajanewswire 'Top Chef Master' Rick Bayless Recommends Baja For Wine http://bit.ly/SKNnd -
1:15 p.m. Oct. 8th 2009
After barrel room tasting, had dinner w wine maker Jose Luis Duran by fire n Millers' great room, tasting his Ikaro http://twitpic.com/kqf11 -
1:15 p.m. Oct. 8th 2009
Tasted their archangel-named blends (Kerubiel my fave;best in valley?) while looking at vineyards over "must" path http://twitpic.com/kqezs -
1:14 p.m. Oct. 8th 2009
Spectacular time with Don&Tru Miller at Adobe Guadalupe Winery&Inn. Breathtaking view of vineyards from courtyard http://twitpic.com/kqexi -
1:08 a.m. Oct. 8th 2009
Sorry. Very few RT @idahojan @Rick_Bayless Are these Mexican wines distributed in US? -
7:40 p.m. Oct. 7th 2009
Wonderful (!) lunch@Laja w 3 wines from Roganto (SB, Tempranillo, Cab); fave: local shrimp w bacon, lentils, herbs http://twitpic.com/knrg5 -
4:46 p.m. Oct. 7th 2009
Totally jazzed to be at LA Cetto tasting their new line of high-end boutique wines http://twitpic.com/kn2d9 -
4:44 p.m. Oct. 7th 2009
Villa Montepulciano. Stunningly beautiful, Italian varietals: Montepulciano, Sangeovese,Alianico. GREAT wines. http://twitpic.com/kn26e -
4:42 p.m. Oct. 7th 2009
Hugo D'acosta wine school n Porvenir. Open vat fermintation like Petrus,Grange. Incred enthusm from young wnmkrs! http://twitpic.com/kn1ue -
1:17 p.m. Oct. 7th 2009
@ Adobe Guadalupe, finishing Mouvrvedre harvest one of best of the 50(!!) wineries here in N Baja. http://twitpic.com/km90r -
10:19 a.m. Oct. 7th 2009
L'ving behind Rancho La Puerta 2 explore 10 wineries n Mex wine country.Will miss incred 5' aloe&oleander @ my door http://twitpic.com/klmuj -
6:23 p.m. Oct. 2nd 2009
1 teq, discuss: color, aroma, taste>guess RT @TazaChocolate How do you do the blind tequila tastings? One liquor, one tasting, one guess? -
4:43 p.m. Oct. 2nd 2009
Another tequila BLIND tasting with servers: Herradura anejo. 8 servers got it right! http://twitpic.com/k03pn -
7:13 p.m. Oct. 1st 2009
LOVE it! RT @donkeypuncher @rick_bayless Love that you have Alpha King at Xoco -
4:59 p.m. Oct. 1st 2009
BLIND tasting of Chinaco Reposado tequila w service staff. Very hard one to get. Jonathon deduced the right answer! http://twitpic.com/jvp9w -
5:50 p.m. Sept. 30th 2009
Yes. I love it. RT @R4808NHave you had a chance to look into Siete Leguas (Atotonilco)? Original Patron. -
5:42 p.m. Sept. 30th 2009
Best is single village mezcal from Del Maguey RT @instantbabble @Rick_Bayless What is good mescal to start with? -
3:54 p.m. Sept. 30th 2009
Yes, teq!Love all kinds;rite now I want sm El Tesoro silver RT @fureousangel @Rick_Bayless do you enjoy tequila?If yes, which do you prefer? -
7:06 p.m. Sept. 23rd 2009
My favorites are Adobe de Guadalupe&Casa de la Piedra;others good 2 RT @almostmexican: @Rick_Bayless what Mex wines do you highly recommend? -
10:55 a.m. Sept. 19th 2009
Calif Zin or lush Syrah RT @birdmanesq Do you have a suggested wine pairing for roasted then seared pork loin in Oxacan black mole? -
9:51 p.m. Sept. 15th 2009
Amazing wines from Valle de Guadalupe in Baja CA!!RT @ultraclay what do you think of Mexican wine? Bought a cab sv 2 yrs ago in D.F. Any gd? -
8:33 p.m. Sept. 15th 2009
For English speakers who want to begin understanding wine pairings w Mex food: http://bit.ly/2eOpNP -
8:30 p.m. Sept. 15th 2009
Para los que hablan espanol: vino con comida mexicana (no estoy compl de acuerdo)RT @Jimilu Wine and mexican food. http://tinyurl.com/qj9o8p -
2:59 p.m. Sept. 6th 2009
NZ Sauv blanc, dry Riesling, Gewurtz w gr chile RT @TimAnderson1 doing Hatch Chile tasting4group of wine enthusiasts.Advice on wine pairing? -
4:48 p.m. Sept. 5th 2009
Paco doing class on Bohemia 4 service staff: fascinating history, perfect complexity, great drinkability http://pk.gd/GO5 -
4:50 p.m. Aug. 7th 2009
http://twitpic.com/d2urj - Blind wine tasting w sommelier Jill Gubesch & staff: How did I not get it?2007 Ben Marco/Argentina. 1 of my faves -
4:52 p.m. Aug. 5th 2009
http://twitpic.com/cwik3 - Blind wine tasting with staff: 2006 Woodward Canyon Merlot from Washington. Cool climate Merlot. 4 staff got it! -
9:17 p.m. Aug. 2nd 2009
@Corazon del Maguey n Coyoacan square, had grt Mezcal cocktails, Mezcal tasting: Oax elegant, Zacatecas caramely http://pk.gd/EKN -
12:17 a.m. July 28th 2009
@katymcbradley cachaca is Brazilian white rum used to make caipirinha, one of Brazil's favorite drinks -
4:48 p.m. July 22nd 2009
http://twitpic.com/b9a5k Amazing blind tequila tasting: 10 of our service staff picked out the highlands Milagro reposado tequila blind! -
6:23 p.m. July 15th 2009
Sizzling Mojito:muddle mint sprig+2 sl ginger.Add 3T smpl syrup,3T lime,2oz blanco tequila;stir. Ice, soda splsh. Cn make smpl w 1/2 habnero -
4:28 p.m. July 14th 2009
New Fav Michelada: 2 oz yuzu purée(avail on line),1 1/2 oz lime,1/2oz simple syrup,12oz wheat beer, ice -
12:38 p.m. July 4th 2009
@MGM3 Mexican Sangria they fill a glass w ice, pour in steong limeade, float wine on top, splash w soda. Very dif from Spanish Sangria -
8:35 p.m. July 2nd 2009
Many requests 4 Summer Marg recipe: muddle 4 thin cuke slices. Add cilantro sprig, 1 1/2oz blanco teq,1oz lime,1oz simple syrup. Ice,shake -
6:49 p.m. July 2nd 2009
http://twitpic.com/93f8t - It's time: retesting Summer Margarita (muddled cuke with tequila, lime, simple syrup, cilantro); on menu July 14! -
8:50 a.m. June 7th 2009
Drank nice bottle of Grover La Reserve from INDIA. Cab/Shiraz blend. http://pikchur.com/aZm -
2:40 p.m. May 28th 2009
New mango mojito: muddle 6 mint lvs. Add+mix 2oz rum+2T EACH mango purée,frsh lime juice,smpl syrup(1to1). Add ice+soda splash -
11:49 p.m. May 22nd 2009
http://twitpic.com/5qy6w - Just tastd r 1st vintage o Topolovino.Som Jill Gubesch creatd Albarino&Syrah w Bob Lindquist 4 Topolo.No labe ... -
8:37 p.m. May 22nd 2009
@kennypate You can visit Jalisco (Tequila area) any time. In winter you don't have to worry about rains. Generally nice weather -
5:06 p.m. May 22nd 2009
http://twitpic.com/5q1dj - Impressive Another tequila blind tasting. From 85 tequilas on list 3 servers got it right: 3 Generaciones Anejo -
4:43 p.m. May 21st 2009
http://twitpic.com/5newe - Blind tequila tasting with servers: 5 servers picked it out blind (from 85 tequilas)! Cielo Anejo from lowlands -
8:43 p.m. May 20th 2009
@tarelki While I love beer w Mexican food, ONLY beer is too limiting.Great Zinfandel w Mole is better than any beer pairing I've ever had. -
8:36 p.m. May 20th 2009
@BenSolomon Blood Orange Michelada: in huge (22oz) glass mix 3oz blood orange juice, 1oz sangrita; fill with ic; pour on 12oz Pacifico beer -
4:42 p.m. May 14th 2009
http://twitpic.com/56d7o - Just tasted an elegant perfectly dry rose w hints of strawberry, peach, mineral: Mas Donis 2008, Monsant, Spain -
8:11 a.m. May 13th 2009
@foodiePrints Yes, we male all of the infused liquers at the restaurant for our specialty cocktails. -
4:35 p.m. May 12th 2009
http://twitpic.com/522v2 - Last new drink: Strawberry Sizzle: yucatecan rum infused w bl pepper/orange, muddled strawberries, fresh lime ... -
4:25 p.m. May 12th 2009
http://twitpic.com/5225x - New drinks n Frontera/Topolo: Manila mango mojito w spicy jicama. Passion fruit michelada, tamarind Marg w m ... -
9:17 p.m. May 7th 2009
Perfect wine for quail dish: 2003 Torre Muga Rioja. -
2:52 p.m. May 4th 2009
Almost forgot (guess why): Oaxaca 747 cocktail: Plymouth gin, lime, liqueur DES violettes, Sombra mezcal. Super good, smoky, complex. -
3:27 p.m. May 3rd 2009
Peter Luger's Steakhouse, est 1883. Great, worn wood, bright lights vibe. Drink at bar: local Brooklyn Lager. Nice but simple. ager -
10:20 p.m. April 30th 2009
http://twitpic.com/4bc02 - I am totally in love with this wine: domaine DES tours vin de pays de Vaucluse 2006. Like silk. -
8:31 p.m. April 30th 2009
@rheudabaga Maybe I forgot the most important drink of all: the tamarind margarita (it was in the back of the pictures) with mezcal floater -
7:48 p.m. April 30th 2009
http://twitpic.com/4b1l1 - We're tasting for the new seasonal drink menu that starts in 10 days. Great passionfruit michelada, mango mojito -
9:05 p.m. April 29th 2009
@spoilednattyyah If money were no object (!), I'd choose El Tesoro blanco (highlands) for my margarita. Less expensive is Chinaco blanco. -
5:12 p.m. April 28th 2009
http://twitpic.com/46hmn - Also tasted Richard Betts ORGANIC mezcal. Mineral, slightly smoky nose. WaveX10 of flavor, brine-y, super delish.
















