The Joys of the Apéritif

For some, the apéritif never left but far too many simply leap for the full-octane drink right out of the blocks. I invite you to slow down and savor life with a refreshing and contemplative apéritif – then you can go wild. In simple terms an apéritif is a beverage taken before them meal designed to stimulate the appetite. The word apéritif is derived...

Something for Dad

Father’s Day is nearly here, don’t forget dad. Skip the silk ties, the novelty gifts, or sausage of the month club (wait – that sausage gift sounds pretty good) and get dad what he really wants. You don’t know what dad wants? Fair enough. Dad can be tricky to shop for but we have a few suggestions. Father’s Day Gifts to Drink Michter’s Barrel...

Three MORE Cocktails You Must Know

The recent story entitled – Thee Cocktails You Must Know was one of our most popular articles last month. I’m still concerned that many of you enjoy reading cocktail recipes but haven’t made the leap to home bartender as yet. Well it’s time to roll up your sleeves, grab the jigger, and start making cocktails. Making cocktails at home is simply a matter of...

Catching Up with Glencairn Crystal

The Glencairn Whisky glass has become an indispensable accessory of the Whiskey aficionado as well as Whiskey bars around the globe. When you order a dram at the bar and it’s presented in a Glencairn glass you know that you are in an establishment that is serious about Whisky and Whisky service. In just over a decade the iconic glass has become a staple...

Happy Hour Returns to Illinois – sort of…

On May 30, 2015 the Illinois state senate approved The Culinary and Hospitality Modernization Act (SB398) that lifts a set of restrictions put in place in1989. Everyone seems really happy about this but I don’t share their joy. Please don’t misunderstand me, I’m all in favor of happy hour in Chicago and everywhere else. I’m in favor of an unrestricted happy hour, happy day,...
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