Etna DOC Bianco
Goddess Goodness: An exhibition at the Athens Cultural Center explores the concept of “goddess”
Above: Ntangou Badila, Cells horizontal.
When Niva Dorell was approached by the Athens Cultural Center to curate an exhibition around the theme of ‘goddess,’ she was of course intrigued. “There were so many directions it could go,” she says when I catch up with her to talk about the show and her role in it. Her […]
Wölffer Estate Sauvignon Blanc
French Pool Toy Rose
Things are looking good for a summery weekend. Nothing beats a rose this time of year – it’s a glass of cold, pretty deliciousness. One that has caught my eye and palate lately is French Pool Toy. It’s a classic rose from the south of France made with Cinsault, Grenache, and Syrah, so it’s […]
Bleu, blanc, et rouge for Bastille Day
There’s another red, white, and blue celebration coming up, except it’s bleu, blanc, et rouge. Bastille Day! As with the revolution on our shores, it’s a celebration of the French saying “enough” to royalty. It’s on July 14. There are Bastille Day celebrations all over, including French Restaurant Week in NYC through July 20 […]
Millbrook Gruner Veltliner
Where goodness is in more than just the food: Taste Budd’s Café
Above: Every flavor of fudge is more delicious than the next at Taste Budd’s.
Taste Budd’s Café in Red Hook, NY, is celebrating a significant anniversary this year – 20 years since the café was purchased by Daniel and Julie Budd. For an eating establishment to survive more than ten years is an accomplishment, so this […]