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If Carlsberg did gin…….it still wouldn’t be as good as Monkey 47! Described by many as the best gin in the world, it’s easy to see why this German spirit is receiving such high praise. It’s truly distinctive from the myriad of other gins on the market. Sometimes different doesn’t …

  Spring transforming into summer can tease you with a bit of bipolar weather – sweltering temps one moment, then chilly ‘where’s my sweatshirt?’ weather the next. As a beer drinker, you need to be armed with a mix of different styles to cope with this. Here’s an in-between seasons …

Truong Thanh Restaurant    Banh Canh Cua Udon Crab & Pork Noodle Soup 680 Barber Ln.
 Milpitas, CA 95035 Phone: (408) 383-0886 Monday: closed Tuesday-Thursday: 10:00 am – 10:00 pm Friday: 10:00 am – 2:00 am Saturday: 10:00 am – 2:00 AM Sunday: 10:00 am – 9:00 pm

 Banh Canh is literally translated to Soup Cake. Banh Canh Cua …

  A refreshing cocktail goes perfectly with warm, breezy summer afternoons on the patio. Tequila, vodka and rum are the familiar cast of spirits that preside over citrus and tropical fruits, mint leaves and lesser liqueurs, awaiting the whir of the blender. This notable rice-based alternative may be more commonly …

  It’s fairly common for people to stereotype Milwaukee as a beer drinking, blue-collar, boring Midwestern city. Not true! There are quite a few unique things about Milwaukee that may surprise you. Here are at least five things that you won’t find anywhere else: A Building that Flaps – Milwaukee …

  Die-hard Sonoma wine country fans have witnessed the sleepy, two-street town of Healdsburg blossom into an upscale destination, complete with world-class accommodations, tasting rooms, fine dining and craft cocktails. Here is my intimate, personal guide to spending a memorable weekend, filled with wonderful wine, fabulous food and rousing romance …

It’s amazing not only how many bars there are in Seattle, but how wildly different they all are from each other. Every neighborhood has its own cool spot with something unique to offer, and we’re here to tell you the secrets of some of those local favorites, and what exactly …

  Pennsylvania wine? Yes, oh yes. Nestled in the agricultural heart of Montgomery County, just northwest of Philly, is a unique 250 acre property that has been farmed since as far back as the days of William Penn. Wanting to do something innovative with the land while keeping to its …

As you can imagine in Scotland’s capital city, you are spoilt for choice when it comes to bars selling whisky. But there is a fundamental difference between a bar that sells whisky, and a whisky bar. These are the top 5 whisky bars – where the knowledge and choice of dram matches the service …

You have been uncovered. Your historic secrets from Guinness brewers’ pasts from the late 1700s to early 1800s will be released in the form of two new Guinness Porters and an Ale. The Brewers Project in St. James’s Gate, Dublin, a relatively new project celebrating the world of beer in …

Every now and again spirit enthusiasts gleam with excitement, as a selection of incredible imbibes become available for their drinking. While the craft spirit scene in the USA has taken off like wildfire, the United Kingdom is not far behind. As a ‘thank you’ to the nation, Drinks by the …

Let’s be honest, one of the more exciting and satisfying things while traveling abroad is getting that stamp. You pass through customs, hand over your passport, and gain the much-anticipated proof of your visit. Filling up a passport becomes a game, in fact it’s almost like a competition between yourself …

It’s looking light a scorching summer in the UK. The smell of BBQ is in the air, and everyone is reaching for a tasty, refreshing wine. It’s perfect timing for our monthly installment of the Top 5 Whites. I’ll be breaking down the most noteworthy t bottles I’ve encountered in …