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Surviving the Holiday Season with Sangria and Snacks
The holidays are here! That means overeating, gift-giving, and family quality time. With family comes different personalities and this may bring some awkward moments. What do you do when your aunt asks you why you are thirty and still single? Who will stop your grandfather from talking about politics? Family is great, but they come with some baggage, so what do you do? It is simple, pour yourself some sangria and grab a snack. This is the perfect combination for surviving the holiday season.
By Steven Rice5 years ago in Proof
A Holiday Treasure: Wine and Friends
Wine involves, better than any other refreshment, the competence to permeate its consumer with desire by the senses of sight, aroma, savor, and caress like no other alcohol. This is accomplished from the moment you notice it poured in the decanter or glass, through the moment its aromas stimulate your breath. At the same time, it caresses or flits across your tongue, until easily after the moment you sip it, with its lingering flavor.
By Dr. Reanna Waugh PhD5 years ago in Proof
Leave the Bottle
If you're anything like me, there's rarely a time when you open a nice bottle of red and don't finish it. Before your first impression of me is that I'm an alcoholic, let me clarify this by saying, I usually share with someone. Let me also take a minute to say, more power to you if you finish a bottle on your own. However, I'm getting old and hangovers last multiple days so it's a shared bottle for me. Now that that's cleared up, let's get back to talking about wine.
By Leah Lawrence 5 years ago in Proof
The Classic Wine Drinker
The Classic Wine Drinker As a young rebellious teenager, I drank a lot because it was fun to let loose and have a good time. A good time meant I was going to hurl at a random house or on the sidewalk. Parties were just about hardcore liquor and BYOB'S (bring your own booze). I had an interesting phase back in high school and as I got older anytime I could sense the smell of vodka, it made me gag. Unfortunately, it still makes me uncomfortable to my stomach, so I stay away from it as much as possible.
By Allshewriitesabout5 years ago in Proof
Pairing Perfection
Hooray for the holidays! When the weather becomes chilly outside, cozying up to the fireplace with a pair of leggings, oversized sweater and some deliciousness to fill your tummy, is beyond satisfying. Although, I’m a summer lover at heart, winter time does have its perks.
By shallon gregerson5 years ago in Proof
Finding a Sober Living Near Me
If you are a person with a problem with alcohol or drugs, you may have considered looking into finding a so-called "sober living environment" or a rehab for those that want to get clean. Unfortunately, finding a clean environment can sometimes be difficult, as many of the programs and facilities are not really intended for those in need of help. Many people who have gone to these types of places often feel trapped, and they are forced to stay in an environment where they have no control over their own lives.
By Alice Ross5 years ago in Proof
Choose the perfect match
It is from the twentieth century, the period of the Belle Epoque, that champagne has become synonymous with opulence, refinement and obviously celebration. But what is the difference between champagne and sparkling wine? In fact the only thing that differentiates them is their territorial origin: the champagne from the homonymous French region, north east of Paris, while the sparkling wine is a purely Italian wine produced in the Lombardy area and in some parts of Veneto and Trentino.
By Marta Fiori5 years ago in Proof
Tip Your Bartenders, We’re Here for You!
I’ve been on the food industry for quite some time and what I love the most about the job is being a bartender. You are essentially a “cook” behind the bar, your place of solitude from regular service. You’re mixing ingredients from left to right, often nonstop during the night. Combining your liquors, your bitters, your sweets, and your zests to make your signature drink. Finally, when a guest tried what you offered and that satisfying look in their face; it’s amazing.
By Michael Baylon5 years ago in Proof
Three Super-Easy Halloween Drinks
I've always thought of Halloween as the true start of the autumn/winter party season. It's got the cutest decorations and the best outfits, for a start. It's got ancient Celtic traditions, like bobbing for apples, and cats in hats. What's not to love?
By TheSpinstress 5 years ago in Proof
Fort Knox doesn't hold all the Gold Bars
One thing you should know about Louisville if you visit is the bar and restaurant scene. From downtown to NULU to Frankfort Avenue and beyond, you’ll find gems anywhere you wander. Today, we’re visiting Gold Bar. Located in Butchertown--a unique neighborhood in the Metro area--this bar is run by Eron Plevan. He took the time out of his day to answer some questions and let me snap some pictures.
By Jacki Grimaldi5 years ago in Proof
