Zinfully Delicious

Fromage a Trois

Visiting my hometown of St. Louis is always a treat for the foodie in me. 
This trip will be no different.

November 14th at Blue Water Grill

Executive Chef Ben Welch will present three outstanding dishes with the featured cheeses, certified sommelier Faith Linkogel will be hand to talk you through the wines and Heather Maness our resident cheese expert will tell you why it tastes so darn good together.

-Housemade Mozzarella w/ herb oil drizzle, garlic, red onion & roasted red pepper
Poggio Bidini Insolia 2005 Sicilia, Italy

-Preserved Lemon Gnocchi in Fontina Fontal Cream w/ roasted grapes & candied pecans
A-Mano Fiano-Greco 2006 Puglia, Italy

-Grilled Flatbread w/ basil pesto, sage-thyme tomatoes & melting Gorgonzola Dolce*
Monte Antico 2004 Toscano, Italy

 

My New Favorite Blond

Although I'm know for being a vinophille, wine is not the only adult beverage that makes my day.  Single Malt Scotch, Martini's w/ premium vodka and a finely crafted beer all make the Duane list.

I was recently introduced to an Abbey Triple from Belgium that's destined to become a fixture in my fridge.
Maredsous 10
Brouwerij Moortgat
Breendonk Belgium

This dark blond Maresous triple with 10% alcohol content is characterized by a fine, almost festive sparkle. Aromas of vanilla, tangerine and banana...  Spicy and buttery  Sour, sweet and bitter components meld together harmoniously generating a full fresh flavor with a velvety aftertaste.  It's botanical bouquet makes this triple a must buy for beer lovers all over the world.