Family Winemakers Recap

It was great to be in attendance at the trade tasting portion of the San Diego/Del Mar edition of the 2010 Family Winemakers of California tasting after a hiatus of a few years. The event, which is always packed, showcased a number of wineries from far and near. For me, it was a chance to … Read more

Mobile Broadband Prices In UK Are Dropping

When you look at how low mobile broadband pricing is getting in the UK with a 2 year agreement, you have to just scratch your heads in the USA and wonder why we are being asked to pay so much, especially when the coverage for 3G is so sparse. It seems the USA based mobile … Read more

Say Goodbye to FourSquare

Today, I deleted my foursquare.com account. I did it for one reason, and one reason only. I don’t like “playing games.” Oh, I don’t mean the idea of being a Mayor, or getting badges. Those things I did as a boy. “Playing.” But Andy grew up a long time a go. A very long time … Read more

Say Goodbye to FourSquare

Today, I deleted my foursquare.com account. I did it for one reason, and one reason only. I don’t like “playing games.” Oh, I don’t mean the idea of being a Mayor, or getting badges. Those things I did as a boy. “Playing.” But Andy grew up a long time a go. A very long time … Read more

What’s New In Paris

By Tuesday, Willi’s Wine Bar will be finished it’s renovation and will be new, but as with any city, there are always new restaurants that can tease, tempt and tantalize, and of course, Paris, is clearly a town of the latter. Beyond Willi’s new look (don’t worry, the old bar with zinc will remain) I’ve … Read more

Charbon Rouge In Paris

I love steak and always have. Back in San Diego it’s usually Flemings or Cowboy Star for me and my mates. In London, without question its Hawksmoor. When I’m in Paris it has always been Maison L’Aubrac, and will still be, as the venerable institution on Rue Marbeuf still dominates and wins with their stunning … Read more