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andychalk
- 1 day ago
- 3 min
QUICK TAKE: The Darling Oyster Bar, Charleston
Exciting menu, good professional service, some improvements could help, but I will return. by Andrew Chalk With so many seafood...
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andychalk
- 2 days ago
- 2 min
QUICK TAKE: Husk, Charleston
A profound disappointment living off its reputation. by Andrew Chalk Husk opened in Charleston in 2010 and has been widely proclaimed as...
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andychalk
- 3 days ago
- 3 min
QUICK TAKE: SWAMP FOX RESTAURANT, CHARLESTON
by Andrew Chalk I went searching for some southern cooking while in Charleston for a few days and saw some good words for Swamp Fox. The...
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andychalk
- 4 days ago
- 2 min
A VIETNAMESE RESTAURANT ON THE EDGE OF PARKLAND HOSPITAL THAT PUNCHES ABOVE ITS WEIGHT
by Andrew Chalk An unanticipated change of plans last weekend found me and The Moll looking for lunch along the Medical Center end of...
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andychalk
- 5 days ago
- 1 min
Oak & Eden Releases New Whiskey Expression Wheat & Honey
by Andrew Chalk Oak & Eden, the Bridgeport, Texas-based practitioner of in-bottle finishing just released a new whiskey expression with...
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andychalk
- 5 days ago
- 2 min
STRAIGHT OUTTA LUBBOCK!
Can Texas Wine Hack It Against Global Competition? Llano Estacado Entered Its Wine In The 2022 Global Syrah Masters And Just Won Two...
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andychalk
- 6 days ago
- 2 min
Sergio Cuadra is 10
by Andrew Chalk Ten years in Texas harvests that is. Since he arrived as Fall Creek Vineyards winemaker in 2013, he has applied skills...
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andychalk
- 7 days ago
- 1 min
GET TO HAPPY HOUR AT THE CHEESECAKE FACTORY!
by Andrew Chalk The Cheesecake Factory is justly famous for its desserts, but what may be less well appreciated is that it has a full...
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andychalk
- Sep 23
- 1 min
WINE REVIEW: La Valentina 2021 Cerasuolo D’Abruzzo DOC ($14)
by Andrew Chalk FROM THE WINERY: La Valentina was established in 1990 by the di Properzio brothers and is a leading example of the modern...
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andychalk
- Sep 22
- 1 min
Savor the Final Sips of Summer at North Italia!
FROM THE WIRES... Thursday, September 22nd may be the first official day of fall, but at North Italia, guests can savor one last sip of...
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andychalk
- Sep 21
- 4 min
SYMINGTON FAMILY ESTATES ANNOUNCES NEW RANGE OF COCKBURN’S PORTS
FROM THE WIRES... New Tails of The Unexpected range consists of three young, fresh, and vibrant Ports – Ruby Soho, Tawny Eyes and White...
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andychalk
- Sep 20
- 2 min
A West Coast Pinot Noir Sampler from Siduri Wine
FROM THE WIRES... When it comes to Pinot Noir, the destination is equally as important as the journey. That is because this variety...
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andychalk
- Sep 19
- 2 min
Spiked Coconut Water? New Ready-to-Drink, Osena, Launches Nationally
FROM THE WIRES... Osena Beverage, a new drinks company, announced its nationwide launch availability of Osena, a spiked coconut water...
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andychalk
- Sep 16
- 1 min
Support Dallas Area Bars + Families of Restaurant Employees with Tanteo Tequila!!
by Andrew Chalk Tanteo Tequila is partnering with local Dallas bars to raise funds for CORE (Children Of Restaurant Employees), a...
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andychalk
- Sep 15
- 1 min
Check Out This Ice Cream at Central Market!
by Andrew Chalk They are from Denver-based High Point Creamery, and sister coffee + ice cream concept, Eiskaffee. The two brands just...
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andychalk
- Sep 13
- 4 min
GARNACHA/GRENACHE GOES BIG AT TEXSOM
by Andrew Chalk TEXSOM, the US conference that matches professional sommeliers with the producing side of the wine trade, finally resumed...
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andychalk
- Sep 13
- 1 min
WINE REVIEW: Gehricke, 2015 Chardonnay, Chalk Ridge Vineyard, Russian River Valley, Sonoma Co. ($49)
by Andrew Chalk Look at the vintage on this. It is a current (re)release that demonstrates how Gehricke wines age. Hand-picked, whole...
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andychalk
- Sep 12
- 2 min
Celebrate Mezcal Week with Ojo de Tigre (September 8-15)
FROM THE WIRES... You have probably noticed the huge boom in agave spirits in recent years – in 2019 alone, mezcal sales increased 24.8...
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andychalk
- Sep 9
- 1 min
Lisa Perrotti-Brown Takes TEXSOM
by Andrew Chalk She was someone that everybody knew by name....
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andychalk
- Sep 9
- 1 min
WINE REVIEW: Dow, Vale do Bomfim, DOC Douro Red 2019 and 2020 ($13)
by Andrew Chalk Two vintages here, as I appear to have overlooked the 2019 and the 2020 arrived. That is the kind of mistake that people...
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andychalk
- Sep 8
- 1 min
The Finnish Long Drink is Bringing Happiness to Texas
by Andrew Chalk FROM THE WIRES... Available statewide, The Finnish Long Drink is an incredibly refreshing, liquor-based ready-to-drink...
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andychalk
- Sep 7
- 2 min
6 for 1800 Labor Day Cocktail Recipes
by Andrew Chalk 1800 Chiapas Palm 2 oz. 1800 Coconut ½ oz. dry vermouth 1 ½ oz. cane sugar Slide of honeydew melon 1 tbsp. blackberries ½...
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andychalk
- Sep 6
- 2 min
Do You JAJA?
FROM THE WIRES... Inspired by the vivid colors and simple composition of artists like Henri Matisse, Mark Rothko and David Hockney,...
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andychalk
- Sep 5
- 1 min
Tried the Bandido Ranch Water?
by Andrew Chalk Here is a cocktail suggestion to get through Labor Day. FROM THE WIRES... BANDIDO RANCH WATER If you’re a fan of a...
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andychalk
- Sep 2
- 1 min
WINE REVIEW: Scaia Rondinella 2021 Rosato, Veneto IGT ($15)
by Andrew Chalk Pink wine (rosé in French. rosato in Italian) continues a decade of market share growth. With the increased choice...
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andychalk
- Sep 1
- 1 min
WINE REVIEW: Wente 2021 Chardonnay, Riva Ranch Vineyard, Arroyo Seco, Monterey, CA ($22)
by Andrew Chalk This may be my favorite Wente Chardonnay. It has a nose of cream soda, pineapple, baked apples, and vanilla. On the...
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andychalk
- Aug 31
- 1 min
OAK’D KICKS OFF WINE DINNER SEASON WITH ITALIAN - TEXAS BBQ MASHUP
by Andrew Chalk It was packed last night at Oak’d BBQ in Dallas at the first wine dinner of the season, at which I was an invited media...
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andychalk
- Aug 31
- 3 min
Alberta Distillers Ltd Announce the U.S. Launch of Their Award-Winning* 100% Rye Whisky
Core Expression, Alberta® Premium FROM THE WIRES... The Awarded Top-Selling1 Whisky Is Available Stateside Now TORONTO, March 10, 2022...
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andychalk
- Aug 30
- 2 min
Cocktail It On Labor Day
by Andrew Chalk Mijenta is an artisanal, small batch tequila from the highlands of Jalisco. Inspired by a shared cultural heritage,...
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andychalk
- Aug 29
- 1 min
Cocktails? Can-It!
FROM THE WIRES... Clean Cocktail Option: Miami Cocktail Co. Miami Cocktail Co., a canned craft cocktail that’s completely organic and...
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andychalk
- Aug 27
- 3 min
Chef Steve McHugh Gathers San Antonio James Beard Semifinalists for “A Night at the Chef’s Table”
In Support of SA Food Bank, August 31 FROM THE WIRES... San Antonio’s vibrant culinary landscape continues to grow in bold new...
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andychalk
- Aug 26
- 1 min
Quinta da Fonte Souto 2018 Red Blend, Portalegra, Portugal ($26)
FROM THE WIRES... Colorful, sun-drenched Portugal is a favorite travel destination in one of the most flourishing wine regions in the...
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andychalk
- Aug 25
- 2 min
WINE REVIEW: Ehlers Estate 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, CA ($72)
by Andrew Chalk Second look.. TASTING NOTES Appearance: Opaque ruby with a weight in the glass that suggests one is looking at a wine of...
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andychalk
- Aug 24
- 1 min
De-Nada Is Additive-Free Tequila
by Andrew Chalk Tequila is still a hot category, over a decade after it started a sales growth streak in the US market. De-Nada is one of...
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andychalk
- Aug 23
- 1 min
Booker’s Bourbon Releases Second Batch of 2022 Collection
FROM THE WIRES... The second Booker’s Bourbon batch of its 2022 collection is here, better known as Booker’s Bourbon 2022-02 “The...
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andychalk
- Aug 22
- 2 min
Neal Family Vineyard Introduces New Wines
FROM THE WIRES... Neal Family Vineyards, a boutique Howell Mountain estate winery that specializes in crafting Cabernet Sauvignon from...
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andychalk
- Aug 19
- 1 min
2022 Is The 'Year of the Pupil'
FROM THE WIRES... San Diego-based Societe Brewing has designated 2022 as ‘The Year of the Pupil,’ celebrating 10 years since their...
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andychalk
- Aug 18
- 1 min
WINE REVIEW: Trapiche 2019 ‘Gran Medalla’, Malbec, Mendoza, Argentina ($33)
by Andrew Chalk TASTING NOTES Appearance: Opaque and inky blueberry and ruby. Nose: Blueberries, lavender, white pepper, herbaceousness...
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andychalk
- Aug 17
- 1 min
Societe Brewing Releases Light Beer
by Andrew Chalk FROM THE WIRES... San Diego Based Societe Brewing’s perfect for Summer, Light Beer. Nostalgic of your favorite Summer...
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andychalk
- Aug 15
- 1 min
Italian Wine Dinner on Direct Trajectory!
Oak'd Handcrafted BBQ Tuesday 30th August. FROM THE WIRES... As with every wine dinner, the menu features cuisine that highlights how...
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andychalk
- Aug 15
- 3 min
SPIRIT TASTING: Fuji, Single Grain Japanese Whiskey, Japan ($95)
by Andrew Chalk Japanese whisky is fascinating to me. Before I sipped my first glass I expected it to be unlike any other (Scottish,...
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andychalk
- Aug 12
- 1 min
WINE REVIEW: Sosie 2019 “Bare Necessity” Sparkling Rosé Wine, Sonoma County, CA ($36)
by Andrew Chalk Overlook the failings in the education system that cause Sosie, a label resplendent with magnificent bears, to slip to...
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andychalk
- Aug 11
- 1 min
WINE REVIEW: Wente Vineyards 2020 "Niki’s" Pinot Noir Rosé, Arroyo Seco, Monterey, CA ($35)
by Andrew Chalk Pinot Noir is normally vinified as a red wine. This wine shows how successful it can be as a rosé. The wine has a copper...
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andychalk
- Aug 10
- 2 min
NORTH ITALIA IS THE PLACE FOR COCKTAILS, PIZZA, AND ITALIAN FARE!
by Andrew Chalk Not to mention a spacious patio when it cools down a little! At a media event in Uptown today I was blown over at the...
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andychalk
- Aug 9
- 5 min
QUICK BITE: Stepchild
by Andrew Chalk ‘Attalie Featuring Stepchild by Misti Norris’, as Resy calls it, is quite a word salad. What it unpacks to is that the...
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andychalk
- Aug 8
- 4 min
THE FATHER OF MASON COUNTY WINEMAKING
Don Pullum’s Efforts Bear Fruit After Two Decades by Andrew Chalk Don Pullum started the industry in Mason County with his Akashic...
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andychalk
- Aug 5
- 2 min
Prestige Wine Imports Introduces New Rosé to Rapidly Growing Portfolio, Delisa by Mezzacorona
by Andrew Chalk Author Note: I visited Mezzacorona in Trento before the pandemic as part of a media delegation financed by the Trento...
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andychalk
- Aug 4
- 2 min
FETZER BECOMES BONTERRA...
FROM THE WIRES... FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Fetzer Vineyards Adopts the Operating Name Change of Bonterra Organic Estates HOPLAND, Calif.,...
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andychalk
- Aug 3
- 3 min
WHERE ON EARTH CAN I GET SOME TEXAS WINE MADE FROM ITALIAN GRAPE VARIETIES?
by Andrew Chalk Earlier this year I reviewed the Neapolitan pizza restaurant in San Antonio, Dough. It was distinguished not just by the...
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