Over the past week we have been living out of our suitcases, as fires have covered the region. We have stayed with various friends who often had other displaced guests. Meals were makeshift, but we usually managed to get together something more than palatable. Here’s what we did last night. INGREDIENTS: 8 boneless chicken thighs […]
With the days getting cooler and shorter it is time to turn to more hearty fare. One of my favorites is chowder, in almost any variation. This month I’ve picked seafood as starting point; feel free to add /substitute your own favorites as desired. INGREDIENTS: ¼ cup butter 1 onion, diced Salt and pepper ¼
Creamy Seafood Chowder Read More »
Along with seasonal weather (warm days/cool nights), the harvest is moving along. It is not the madness we have often experienced, with trucks lined up to deposit their loads. In fact, we have to date taken in less than half of what we have contracted, and we very well could be bringing in grapes far
With Labor Day weekend upon us, we have yet to see any grapes in the fermenters. This marks the first time in 5 years we have had to wait until September for the harvest to begin. Late spring rains have pushed the harvest back a bit, but things should start rolling next week. We are
Goodbye Summer, Hello Harvest Read More »
Finally tomato season has arrived! It was a bit late this year due to spring rains, but now we see (and taste) an abundance of some of the juiciest and most flavorful fruit this side of grapes. This particular dish would make a great outdoor brunch or lunch. INGREDIENTS: 3 tablespoons butter 1 onion, diced
It is hard to believe but summer is half gone. The hills are “golden,” the Russian River is full of vacationers, and the wineries are starting to gear up for harvest. The weather is wine and human friendly, with warm days and cool nights. Growers report good sized crops, perhaps a week or so later
In the Heat Of Things Read More »
With summer in full swing and temperatures on the rise, it is often too hot to cook. Here’s a great way to beat the heat and use leftover bar b que chicken. INGREDIENTS: Salad Dressing 2 tablespoons olive oil ½ cup rice vinegar 1/3 cup hoisin sauce 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1 tablespoon fresh ginger,
Asian Chicken Salad Read More »
Summer is cracking into high gear as the days get warmer, the crowds get bigger, and everything seems just a touch nicer. We at Taft Street received some welcome news from two of the nation’s top wine competitions. From the Orange County Wine Competition (world’s biggest competition for California wines), we received GOLD MEDALS for
This weekend we are taking part Grill 116, a BBQ at Taft Street and neighboring wineries. Here’s what we have cooking. INGREDIENTS: ¼ cup sugar ¼ cup soy sauce 1 12 oz can pear juice ¼ cup sesame oil 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger Salt and pepper 2 ½ pounds cross cut, bone-in beef ribs
Korean BBQ Short Ribs Read More »
The votes are in and we are pleased to officially announce the results of the 2019 International Women’s Wine Competition. 92 point Gold: 2018 Russian River Valley Rose of Pinot Noir 91 point Double Gold: 2018 Russian River Valley Catie’s Corner Grenache Blanc This competition was expertly judged by the wine industry’s leading professional women,
Announcing the results of the 2019 International Womens Wine Competition! Read More »
