The tropical stout is a newer style for me. We don’t see too many of them in Ontario’s balmy tropical weather, but I’ve come across them in Cambodia and Belize in my travels. Tropical stouts tend to have a very dark appearance with sweet and fruity aromas, and smooth roasted flavours without a harshness you… Read More
Half a decade ago (!!!!) I sarcastically suggested to Kole that he should start giving me 8 beers for Chanukah – one for each night, to go with my candles. Since he is not the kind of guy to take a subtle hint, this somehow morphed into me writing the #8BeersOfChanukah every year, as part… Read More
I already kvetched about shlepping to Wilson to find Kosher for Passover wine in yesterday’s post. I did check the LCBO at King and Spadina for fun treats, as well as the one located on St. Clair West at Avenue Road. I was done. I know I could head to Summerhill for the really great selection,… Read More
I know I’ve been really quiet in 2019. I’m still avoiding alcohol most of the time to keep my wallet and waistline under control, but it just wouldn’t be Passover if I didn’t try out some Kosher for Passover wines to help you better plan what to bring to your cousin’s Seder this weekend. I’ve… Read More
Last year, I attempted a Dry January and lasted 26 days. I knew from the onset that this was how long I would be able to last, since I had tickets to the birthday bevy from the Society of Beer Drinking Ladies on the 26th of the month. This year the event fell on February 9,… Read More