Listings for June, 2009
June
12
2009

Bourbon Basics

I thought it might be fun to take a break from the recipes and reviews and just dig a little deeper into that uniquely American adult beverage, bourbon. We’ll go back in history a bit, figure out just what makes a bourbon, “Bourbon” and maybe even go over a couple of way to enjoy it. [read more...]

June
9
2009

“Rue-Not” Reuben – Gregor’s Pub

This is an offbeat take on the classic Rueben sandwich. It’s vegetarian and healthy, but don’t let that stop you. Those paying attention will see some similarities with an earlier sandwich. I keep telling you, experiment! Shopping List Dark or Marble Rye bread, thickly sliced 2 red peppers Roasted garlic Fresh basil Sauerkraut, drained Bean [read more...]

June
8
2009

Cafe Flora – Seattle WA

This past Saturday we descended on Cafe Flora in the Madison District for our friend Jo’s birthday celebration. Cafe Flora is a vegan friendly vegetarian place with something you just don’t find anymore in Seattle, a parking lot. An honest to gosh, full size parking lot. This party was getting off to a great start. [read more...]

June
5
2009

Cold Tomato and Basil Soup – Gregor’s Pub

I really hesitate to call this soup a gazpacho. It has no bread in it and it has sour cream, much like a vichyssoise. So, I’ll just stick with cold soup, and let you all debate the name. Shopping list: 1.5-2 pounds of ripe tomatoes 3-4 garlic cloves 1 large cucumber 1/2-3/4 cup ice cold [read more...]

June
4
2009

Ribs and Collard Greens – Gregor’s Pub

Okay, now that I’ve reviewed one of the local BBQ places, it’s my turn for BBQ and Greens. I’m a just little hesitant to share this to be honest. Every time we’d have a cook out, everyone asked for the secret to my ribs. But I figure at this point, what the hell. To be [read more...]