Month: May 2006

Beer

This is very real

After my rants about the all-round goodness of low-alcohol wines you may think I’d hate this beast of a beer. I think this is quite balanced, although not really …
Beer

It’s not real

This is not a real ale in a bottle, it is not bottle-conditioned. It is quite refreshing to drink whilst watching the cricket, though. Timothy Taylor’s Landlord Pale Ale, …
Recipes

Hot stuff

A recipe that is great for a light summer meal: Hot and sour beef salad. Don’t worry, there is not that much of the dangerous lettuce in it. You …
Burgundy

A bit nutty

Etienne de Montille took over wine making duties at the Château for the 2002 vintage. There was an immediate rise in quality. It is a bright and sunny day …