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British Columbia’s Bold Reds for Celebrating

Sip Some of British Columbia’s Best Red Wines to End or Start the Year Whether you’re thinking about a nice prime rib dinner, grilled lamb chop dinner, or just cozying up by the fire, a glass of one of British Columbia’s Best Red Wines might be just what you need. Why not lean in and support your BC Wine Growers and Vintners and put a bottle of BC Wine on the table? We have a few heavy hitters…

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BBQ Bill's carry's the must-have outdoor kitchen components and cooking accessories you need to create the ultimate cooking space, entertain guests, and provide above-average creature comforts. From wood-fired pizza ovens to specialized fridges that keep refreshments chilled, here are 20 outdoor kitchen accessories and appliances for cooking and entertaining in your backyard space. As you create an outdoor kitchen with a grilling station, you need some essential accessories and appliances.

Outdoor Grills

BBQ Bill's is proud to carry a full line of portable, freestanding, built-in or BBQ island outdoor gas, propane, wood pellet, charcoal, smoker or electric grills, ovens & cookers from Aspire, Blaze, Bonfire, Coyote, DCS, Delta Heat, Gozney, Green Mountain, Hestan, Lynx, Memphis, Summerset, Twin Eagle, Viking, Wolf. BBQ Island components can include Access Doors, Storage Drawers, Trash Components, Beverage Centers & more!

Outdoor Ovens

BBQ Bills is proud to carry a full line of outdoor wood-fired, propane gas, stone or brick pizza ovens from some of the most trusted brands like Gozney, Alfa, Woodstone, Fontana Forni, Coyote, Lynx, Alfresco, Summerset & Amore. Portable outdoor pizza ovens means the best NYC style pizza in your backyard or beyond.

Outdoor Refrigerators

Beverage centers can be installed in a BBQ grill island, or as a freestanding fridge. Wine Coolers - A step up from a compact fridge, a wine cooler can keep bottles from your favorite vintner chilled to a precise temperature. Kegerators - If craft beer is more your style, a kegerator can keep your favorite brews on draft.

Outdoor Smokers

BBQ Bill's is proud to carry a full line of propane, pellet, charcoal and electric smoker grills for the backyard, professional and commercial use from top brands like Coyote, Memphis, Pit Boss, Green Mountain Grills, Primo & Kamado. With BBQ smokers, you can grill, air fry, roast, bake, broil, and dehydrate with authentic smoky flavors.

Outdoor Fire & Water

We are specialists in creating stylish and functional patio and indoor-outdoor fire and water features for pools, patios and backyards. Fire feature ideas include fire pits, fire bowls, fire bars, fire tables, fireplaces, chimneys, fire burners, fire pans with lava rock, fire glass and fire rocks.

Outdoor Ice Makers

Ice makers and Ice bins are a convenient outdoor kitchen accessory. Never run out of ice at a party ever again! An ice machine is designed to work outdoors and withstand elements such as rain, snow, and extreme temperatures.

Access Doors

Outdoor access doors provide a way to access your built-in gas grill, side burner, or sink. It also makes for easy outdoor kitchen storage.

Storage Drawers

We have a vast selection of stainless steel doors and access drawers help you hide trash cans and propane tanks, and don't forget to add vent panels.

Warming Drawers

Outdoor Warming Drawers with Adaptable range—temperature settings from 90° to 220°F, to keep breads warm or poultry piping hot. Precision control. To keep all of the elements of your outdoor meal warm and ready.

Vent Hoods/Panels

If your grill is installed under a covered patio, beneath an overhang or in a tightly enclosed space with limited airflow, add a vent hood or vent panel for proper gas venting.

Trash Bin or Trash Compactor

It seems like a no-brainer, but a quality trash can secures food waste from critters and keeps odors to a minimum.

Grill Accessories

Don't forget to grab all the extra grill accessories you might need. Consider options such as a grill cover, drip pans, brushes and heavy-duty utensils.

OUTDOOR GRILL ACCESSORIES

What are the best grill accessories? The first accessory you’ll commonly see is a rotisserie attachment. Another contender for best grill accessories is the smoker box. So, what are the best grill accessories? Well… You’ll just have to watch the video to find out!

Patio Covers

Make your outdoor kitchen areas really pop with custom and luxury 4K patio covers, louvered patio covers and alumawood patio covers. Patio covers provide strong protection from the sun and weather, so you can spend time outdoors year round.

Fire & Water Effects

Custom outdoor fire pits differ widely in size, weight and price from top brands like The Outdoor GreatRoom & Prisim HardScapes. You can find inexpensive models and high-performance pits with extras like a cooking grate so you can make your dinner in your backyard over the embers in a fire pit instead of the kitchen. 

Fireplaces

Outdoor fireplaces, vent free fireplaces, fireplace inserts are ideal solutions for those that love to entertain, a perfect cetrepiece for relaxation and a functional piece for added patio convenience. Nothing beats the cozy ambiance an outdoor brick or stone fireplace can bring to your outdoor kitchen, patio or deck. 

Poolside Accessories

Ledge Loungers has In-Pool Pool Floats Outdoor Umbrellas  At Ledge, we believe life’s most meaningful moments happen outdoors. That’s why we aim to help you transform your pool, patio, and beyond to turn your outdoor moments into lasting memories. We design products that encourage people to go outside because outdoor living inspires life’s most meaningful moments.

Kitchen Parts

Kitchen Parts can be ordered for all brands including replacement Drawer Kits, Insulated Jacket, Trim Kit, Umbrella Hole, Vent Panel, Wind Guards

Cooking Utensils

Cooking Utensils can be ordered for all brands including Cookware, Drinkware, Tableware, Coolers, Utensils

BBQ BILL'S STORY

Outdoor Living Store in Las Vegas

For more than 30 years, outdoor barbecues and kitchen solutions have been the name of the game at BBQ Bill’s. We are your premier barbecue store in Las Vegas, NV, that can help you create the ideal outdoor cooking and living space based on your style and budget.

We design and install custom outdoor kitchens, BBQ island kitchen, fire features, fire bars, fireplaces, fire pits, fire grills, fire rings, pizza ovens, BBQ grills, griddles, smokers, cookers, rotisserie, refrigerators, heaters, sinks, patio covers, outdoor accessories and build as construction contractors.

Our experienced barbecue experts will create a masterpiece that perfectly matches your vision for function and beauty. We have access to thousands of quality items and install only superior-quality products from some of the best names in the business, including Alfa, Alfresco, Amore, Aspire, Blaze, Bonfire, Coyote, DCS, Delta Heat, Fontana Forni, Gozney, Green Mountain, Hestan, Lynx, Memphis, Pit Boss, Summerset, Twin Eagle, Viking, Wolf.  

We service Las Vegas, Henderson, Mesquite, North Las Vegas, Blue Diamond, Enterprise, Goodsprings, Moapa Valley, Mount Charleston, Nelson, Paradise, Spring Valley, Summerlin South, Sunrise Manor, Whitney, Winchester, Arden, Jean, Logandale, Overton, Primm, Sloan, Vegas Creek, Boulder City, and Pahrump. Contact us today to let us help you build the outdoor barbecue and kitchen space of your dreams.

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Quela's Sip & Party

Our Vintner Collection Sauvignon Blanc is tangy and fresh with plenty of bright tropical notes and citrus-forward flavors. Notes of lime, lemon, guava, and star fruit. Pairs with citrus sorbet, oysters, grilled artichokes, lemon pie, and spring board with lemon hummus. Get yours today! The savings keep getting sweeter! Shop 15% off 12 bottles, 10% off 6 bottles, and up to 35% off for Wine Club…

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Spicy Octopus With Garlic And Pan Roasted Potatoes

Spicy Octopus With Garlic And Pan Roasted Potatoes Deliciousness on a plate! This recipe is inspired by one of my favorite appetizers served at Vintner Grill. Much like calamari, shrimp, and lobster, if octopus is overcooked the texture turns to rubber. And that texture is awful. Once the baby potatoes are boiled, this recipe comes together in about 20 minutes, and most of that time is taken…

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#FFXIVwrite2023 - Prompt #3

Decided to use my adventurer's tarot since it was a 'free day' Decided to start with the past card today, and will write the present and future later. Past - The Ooze (Reverse) - If you are too empathetic and nurturing you will become overwhelmed. Do not shoulder everyone else’s problems. Take care of yourself first.

I’m over this. I’m over this. I’m over this. I’m done. I’m not dealing with it. Absolutely not. First pulled here against My will. Having to absorb light just to save others. It doesn’t make me feel good. No Y’shtola to talk to. Urianger is hiding something again. And all in all of course the fucking Ascians show up. Fuck me. Fuck this. Fuck all of this. I just want to go home, ignore the blasted echo and age peacefully until I die. I’m the daughter of merchants. Not some hero. Not a savior. Just me. Just Kerina.

Kerina stomped past the Manager and threw open the door to their suite, swiftly closing and locking the door behind them. Smells assaulted their nostrils and they turned and looked, their table fully stocked with food. Narrowing their eyes, they looked around on the door for any signs of forced entry before they heard a familiar voice speak up from behind them. 

“From the Exarch, I think. With that mirror of his, he can watch your every move, you know. He’ll be glad to know you’re at least staying healthy. With me here, he’ll probably think you’re talking to yourself, however,” Ardbert stated, watching Kerina turn around, pointing to a note on the table “Still, he’s keeping you well-fed.”

Oh. Oh hells no. There was no way they were going to let that absolute wannabe hero with no social skills, and a knack for wanting to steal their triumphs & hard work to be seen as a hero themselves watch their every move.

Kerina turned on their heels, fury dripping off them as they made their way back over to the door as Ardbert called out to them “Wait, wait, at least take a rest first, it would be a shame if the food went to waste. I could tell you all about Voeburtite cuisine, if you’d like.”

Stopping in their tracks, their shoulders slumped down, as they physically reminded themselves to unclench their jaw and hands, before facing the table and Ardbert with a look of exhaustion and sighed. “You’re right. I hate it, but you’re right.” 

Sitting down and pouring themselves tea, Kerina grabbed what looked like an orange from the basket, beginning to peel it revealed light pink flesh inside. It tasted like an orange but mixed with a grapefruit. Facing him, they sat there eating with a half smile “I’d offer you some but I know it’d be rather useless. I feel like I’m being a bad host.”

“Ah, I know you’d be a good one, after all, you’ve been rather accommodating to me once I figured out there was at least one person on the First that could hear me. Better than that one time we were all invited out to a godsforsaken feast. Sent all over, forced to collect rare ingredients for our own feast. If that sounds ridiculous, it’s because it was.” He said, standing between seats at the table.

Kerina laughed, swallowing the piece of fruit they had in their mouth before pointing the fork at him and nodding, a wide grin on their face “Oh, gods, I’ve done that too. Some banquet of heroes where I had to go fight this giant swamp beast called a Goobbue just to get some moss off its back to bring the seeds to a vintner to make a rare wine. Let me tell you I passed up on that wine at the banquet. I’d rather stick to the meads and ciders. I at least know what that’s made of.”

Ardbert laughed as well “I see we’re not so different after all. What else did you and your friends have to fetch?”

“These Goblins in our world, I suppose the most similar race here would be the Mords? But not quite. They make this super stinky cheese but it’s actually quite delicious when paired with savory things like roasted vegetables or grilled meat. However, they set up camp in the absolute worst place and their production of cheese and other goods just had them beset by all sorts of animals, including dragons. So as you’d imagine I had to clear out their camp and protect them from the threats before we could even get the cheese.” Kerina smiled, picking at the fruit, ignoring the sandwiches. They figured the fruit to be safe but after the bloody banquet, they would not be touching any food offered to them that they didn’t see prepared themselves.

“Really? All that for cheese. I remember having to deal with the Pixies for what felt like hours trying to solve a riddles when Nyelbert just rolls up, answers five of them like it’s not anything but a mere child’s game and wanders off with the gin bottles I was tasked with collecting. Had I been tasked with helping Branden lug the kegs from Wright, it would have gone easier.” His face a melancholy mix as he laughed, clearly remembering the good times before. 

They talked until Kerina could hold their eyes open no longer and before Ardbert left, they leveled with him “Listen, I enjoy our talks, but can we make it a thing where instead of me wondering if you’re looking in on me, like I know there’s no ‘night time’ here per say, but between 10 bells in the evening and 6 bells in the morning, just give me privacy, unless otherwise asked?”

“I’d see no problem with that. I’d talk with the exarch however, I mean judging by his people’s faith in him he seems to be a decent sort, the mirror-watching not withstanding.” Ardbert offered.

“Oh trust me, I will be marching down to his little room first thing in the morning to give him a piece of my mind about that,” Kerina shuddered “Boy needs to learn his boundaries before I smack the hair off his ears.”

“It’s Emet-Selch we should be concerned about, though. Him and the Ascian in white have both come to our world now to talk to us. The one in white told us the only way to save our world was to bring about the rejoining. Desperate, we heeded their words, not knowing the flood was of their own making. They cannot be trusted. None of them. But he did have one thing right: one should not fight blindly.”  Lamenting, he noticed Kerina’s eyes go wide.

“Ah, so you’ve met Elidibus as well. The one robed in white. Odd duck that one. Can’t decide if he just wants to fight me or kill me. Never met Emet-Selch before, though. Just be glad you didn’t have to deal with the crazy one.” Kerina replied, looking around the room for a bin to put the peels in of the fruit. “Lahabrea was a piece of work, let me tell you. Absolutely unhinged. Didn’t seem to care he was destroying his own plans just so he could set off something he called the Ultima weapon. Nearly succeeded in destroying me. Was left with a nasty ringing in my ears afterwards.”

“Sorry to hear that, I know how injuries that never truly heal can feel. We’ll speak on the morrow, yeah? I’ll keep to those rules as long as I can feel like I’m not alone anymore.” Looking hopeful, Ardbert smiled at Kerina as they nodded before disappearing.

About to shrug off their clothes and sleep, thinking back to his statement about the Exarch, Kerina sighed and only took off that which would make sleeping uncomfortable, like the belts and jewelry, deciding to sleep fully clothed that ‘night’ after they closed the thick curtains which blocked out most of the ever-cursed light.

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Gannon’s Restaurant – Wailea, Maui, HI

Happy Hour at Gannon’s Restaurant – Wailea, Maui HI

Updated 2/17/2023 by the Maui Happy Hours team

Happy Hour at The Red Bar at Gannon’s 3pm-5pm Tuesday-Saturday

Happy Hour Makai Food $16 - BEV’S CRAB DIP – House-Made Island and Corn Chip Mix - SHRIMP COCKTAIL (GF) – Sambal Cocktail Sauce - MAUI-STYLE AHI POKE BOWL (GF) – Rice, Avocado, Cucumber, Sweet Onion, Tobiko, Sweet Soy - KUNG PAO CALAMARI – Bell Peppers, Celery, Onions, Ginger-Garlic Hoisin Sauce, Scallions, Cashews Happy Hour Mauka Food $14 - CRISPY BRUSSELS (V) – White Balsamic Vinaigrette, Pepitas, Dried Cranberries, Shaved Pecorino - GATHER BURGER – Wagyu Beef, Shaved Cabbage, Roasted Mushrooms, Roasted Red Onions, Smoked Gouda, Chile de Arbol Aioli & Salsa Verde (Spicy), French Fries - GOLFER’S DOG – Onions, Pickled Vegetables, Sesame Seed Bun, French Fries - BBQ PORK RIBS – Asian Slaw, Pineapple Salsa, Bacon Crumble Happy Hour Salads $8 - CAPRESE (GF) – Pistachio Pesto, Fresh Mozzarella, Tomatoes, Arugula, Balsamic Reduction - GREEN SALAD – Mixed Greens, Cherry Tomatoes, Cucumber, Onion, Feta, Fried Onion Strings, White Vinaigrette Happy Hour Sides $8 - LOADED TATER TOTS – Melted Cheddar-Jack Cheese, Harissa Aioli, Bacon, Scallions - CRISPY MAUI ONION RINGS (V) – Herb Buttermilk Dressing Happy Hour Gannon’s Signature Cocktails $10 - CALIENTE WEY – Taneo Jalapeno Tequila, House-Made Blackberry Limeade - PIÑA ON THE ROCKS – Rum Haven Coconut Rum, Coconut Cream, Pineapple and Lime Juice, and a Dash of Angostura Bitters - HAPA MAI TAI – Kula Light and Dark Rums a Perfect Blend of Orgeat, Lime, Pineapple Juice, and Orange Curacao, Pernod Rinse, Topped with a Delicious Honey Lilikoi Foam Happy Hour Classic Cocktails $8 - MARGARITAS – Espolon Reposado Tequila, Triple Sec, Fresh Lime Juice. Flavors: Classic, Strawberry, Lilikoi, or Mango - DAIQUIRIS – Kula Light Rum, Lime Juice, Simple Syrup. Flavors: Classic, Strawberry, Lilikoi or Mango - BLOODY MARY – New Amsterdam Vodka, House Bloody Mary Mix Happy Hour Wine List $8 - La Marca Prosecco, Veneto, Italy - La Vielle Ferme Rose, Orange, France - Cambria Chardonnay, Santa Maria Valley, California - Whitehaven Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand - Gascón Malbec, Mendoza, Argentina - Sterling Vineyards ‘Vintners Collection’ Cabernet Sauvignon, California Happy Hour Draft Beers $5 - Coors Light - Maui Brew Co Bikini Blonde - Maui Brew Co Big Swell IPA - Kohola Brewery Lokahi Pilsner - Lahaina Haze Hazy IPA - Big Wave Golden Ale - Mango Cart Wheat Ale —————————— Address: 100 Wailea Golf Club Dr, Wailea, HI 96753 Phone: (808) 875-8080 Website

About Gannon’s Restaurant

Voted one of the Top 100 Best Outdoor Dining Restaurants in America, Gannon’s Restaurant in Wailea is a celebration of the classic dishes for which Chef Beverly Gannon is best known from her award-winning Maui restaurants (Hali’imaile General Store and the former Joe’s Bar & Grill) and contemporary dishes inspired by the fresh local ingredients of Hawaii. The outdoor lanai features panoramic ocean views and spectacular sunsets and The Red Bar is always a lively gathering spot featuring an extended Happy Hour and live music on the weekends. Popular items at Gannon’s Restaurant include their Prawn Stuffed Crab Cakes, Cashew Crusted Mahi Mahi, Short Ribs, Loco Moco, and more.

According to these Gannon’s Maui patrons

“Happy Hour is great!! Food is delicious, had Brussel Sprouts, crab dip and Wagyu burger. Outside atmosphere and view is unbeatable.” Brad H., February 2023 “Gannon’s was recommended to us. And I’d say it was the best dining experience on our trip, hands down. Fantastic food, great drinks, attentive and friendly staff. And of course the beautiful setting. Definitely coming back.” Chris G., February 2023 “We had a large group that took some time to coordinate and Gannons was not only accommodating but flexible with us as the group increased in size. Everyone was kind and helpful from the first phone call to our last sip of wine as we departed, and you toss in great tasting food, generous portion sizes, a beautiful sunset and a place that welcomed kids, and you have achieved five stars! Thanks especially to Sidney and Cara for all of your help!” Bree L., February 2023 “Excellent sunset dinner with beautiful views of the ocean. This restaurant is located within Wailea Golf Club, which is a beautiful property overall. Friendly and attentive service from our server Cody throughout the evening along with the delicious food made for a nice memorable evening. Food quality and taste were good, as expected for a restaurant of this caliber – bbq pork ribs with slaw & pineapple salsa, Korean marinated strip loin with fried rice and cucumber pineapple salad, classic iceberg wedge salad.  Nice Asian flavors fused into the steak and ribs.  We enjoyed the dinner! Their famous coconut roulade dessert was ok- nice crumb on the cake and cream filling was good, but toasted coconut didn’t come through only plain coconut flavor. Great cocktail menu, very creative selections. Cocktails were excellent, strong, especially Mr.Tuttle and Strawberry Fizz.” Chris D., January 2023 “Gannons is an absolutely beautiful restaurant with incredible views! Perfect place to watch the sunset while you sip on Mai Tais and dine on Ahi Poke. Happy Hour options are awesome and a great price!” Amelia S., January 2023 “The concierge at our villas recommended Gannon’s for a family member’s special birthday dinner. We had delicious appetizers, main dishes, and special drinks to celebrate and enjoyed a fabulous sunset, too. Highly recommend Gannon’s.” Julie C., June 2021 Open daily, Gannon’s Restaurant is the perfect spot in Wailea for those looking for something unique and off-the-beaten-tourist-path. Happy hour at Gannon’s in Wailea takes place from 3pm-5pm Tuesday through Saturday in The Red Bar and features discounted beer, wine, cocktails, and appetizers.

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Al Mancini pens this list because, well, it’s cheese. 

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Why was he nervous? There was nothing to be nervous about. There was no sort of expectation of him. No one was asking anything, least of which not the person this was all for. It was a surprise, which meant that it was the peak of obligation-free interaction. On top of that, she had never expected anything of him. She simply took him as he was. When he had pretended to have forgotten her nameday earlier in the week, she playfully pouted, but forgave him quickly when he offered grilled cheese and cheap wine in bed, followed by the promise of a sumptuous breakfast the next day. 

Of course, she still teased him over breakfast about forgetting a nameday that she herself had had to invent. It was worth it, he thought.

Things usually were. With her, anyway.

So, the whole point of that, was this. So why was he nervous? Despite his usual protestations otherwise, Evander was an entirely decent cook. It was something he could lose himself in, where the end result would not only engage all the senses, but would often help forge a connection. Food was made to be eaten, obviously, but more than anything—to him, anyway—it was made to be shared and enjoyed.

She always enjoyed his cooking, what little of it he had felt brave enough to do for her, so he wasn’t worried about that. And even if she didn’t enjoy it, she’d find the most delicate, yet humorous way to needle him about it and would appreciate the effort anyway. The fact that this was something a bit more elaborate than grilled cheese and cheap wine wouldn’t change that.

Then wine. That certainly was not a concern. He knew that she appreciated wine for what it was, rather than whatever promises some sommelier or vintner claimed it to be. Tonight’s selection wasn’t anything fancy, but it was something she had remarked on several times. Plus, while the wine itself wasn’t anything expensive, they’d be drinking it out of two fine crystal glasses that they had stolen from some sneering waiter at a restaurant in the Goblet a couple Moons ago. If there was ever a gesture that spoke to the two of them, it was cheap wine drunk messily from stolen crystal worth more than their rent.

Maybe it was the chocolate fountain? It was a bit much, admittedly. When given a choice in chocolate fondue, he had initially blanked. He wasn’t expecting so many options. Something fancy and dark? Something simple, to let the dippable fruits, sweet and pastries do the heavy lifting? Perhaps something with an exotic infusion of flavors? In the end, he settled for a chocolate-and-rolanberry sauce, which seemed excessive, considering one of the things they had to dip into it was, well... rolanberries. Chocolate-and-rolanberry drizzled rolanberries? Maybe it was a bit much.

On the other hand, she almost never said no to more of anything, certainly not rolanberries and chocolate.

So, what was it then?

Oh.

Yeah, okay. So maybe the moogle did throw things off a little. It was obnoxious. It was loud. It demanded attention. With it in the room, even off to the corner, you couldn’t help but focus on it. He was certain that if he turned the lights in his room off, if he blew out the candles, that this obnoxious moogle, which found a way to feel like it was taking up all the space in the room despite not being nearly as big as it looked, would fill up every single corner, nook and cranny with its song and light.

On the other hand, all things considered, didn’t that make the moogle the perfect nameday gift for Malika?

This was a surprise. The very peak of “no obligation.” She had never expected anything of him. She had always just let him be. 

Maybe there was nothing to be nervous about. Maybe that was something to be nervous about? If it was, he’d worry over it later. For now, all he had to do was wait.

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THE TIG ARCHIVES│FOOD│SUMMER WINES

“What grows together goes together. Words to live by from Master Sommelier, Laura Maniec, who would pair her basil flecked pizza with a nice Barolo, Frappato, or other glass of Italian red hued goodness. She is one of just 20 female Master Sommeliers in the world (which is so badass it’s crazy). She owns and operates Corkbuzz in Manhattan and Charlotte, North Carolina, where both wine novices and pros can gain vintner knowledge as well as imbibe under one roof. In Vino Veritas at its finest. The Wall Street Journal called Laura “The It Girl” of the NY wine scene, Food & Wine Mag sings her praises as one of the top sommeliers of 2013, and Crains NY and Wine Enthusiast keep her in the company of one of their lauded Top 40 under 40.  I mean….it is for very good reason that I am equal parts in awe of and obsessed with this chick. At just 25 years old, she was named both partner and wine and spirits director for BR Guest Restaurant Group, where she waxed poetic on tasting notes for 20+ restaurants. I say again, she was just 25.If she were a wine, Maniec says she would be a “Clouet Cuvée 1911 from the town of Bouzy in Champagne: fun yet serious, bubbly, unique and warm (as in welcoming, although Bouzy does also happen to be one of the warmest villages in Champagne).” But don’t let the vintage or the fancy pants quality of that bubbly bottle fool you.  She is young and as down to earth as they come – relishing camping trips with friends, and her cheese smothered in (oh no she didn’t!) butter. Makes me adore her even more. Laura shares with The TIG her choices for what you will enjoy pouring this summer. I, for one, can’t wait to indulge. Cheers!”

- Meghan Markle, August 2014

1. Pepiere Muscadet Sevre et Maine

Loire, France – 2012

Tastes like lemon, lime, refreshing and slightly briny finish. It pairs perfectly with oysters or drink on the beach during the day. ($12.99)

2. Wimmer Czerny Gruner Veltliner Fumberg

Wagram, Austria – 2012

This is one of my favorite medium bodied wines for summer that pairs perfectly with the bounty of produce available from tomatoes, to asparagus, to corn. It has flavors of orange zest, tangerines and white pepper and is one of the best pairings with vegetables. ($13.99)

3. Clos Cibonne Tibouren Rose

Cotes de Provence, France – 2012

Made from the local Tibouren grape, it is pale in color with hints of orange and chocolate. During the summer it is a little more serious than the average bottle of rose. It goes well with grilled burgers or chicken or with fish tacos. ($22.99)

4. Ameztoi Stimatum Txakolina Tinto

Getaría, Spain – 2013

Made from the Hondarribi Beltza grape in Pais Basco region of Spain, this slightly fizzy red wine is one of the few low alcohol reds that is perfect for sipping on during the day. It has fruity notes but finishes completely dry and almost looks like a dark rose in color. ($22.99)

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A victim of the Coronavirus, Seattle's Toronado closes their doors forever.

image sourced from Toronado Seattle’s Facebook page

Unless you’re Jared Leto, you are probably familiar with the newest pandemic known as the Coronavirus or COVID-19. No doubt you or someone familiar has been impacted by this virus, either through transmission or through forced quarantine to minimize the spread. Unfortunately, the side effects range from death to unemployment, depending on which state you live in. Owing to the latest proclamation by Washington state governor, Jay Inslee, the Toronado is the latest victim of this virus by announcing  the conclusion of business as of March 17th, 2020. 

Started in 2014, the Toronado arrived in Seattle with the goal of being an alternative beer destination  in Seattle’s north end. Located in the Ravenna neighborhood, the bar and restaurant featured world-class beers, wine, ciders, and a qualified selection of spirits. Owing inspiration to its sister locations in San Diego (now deceased) and San Francisco (aka, the OG), co-owner Matt Bonney sought a food menu featuring a carnivore’s orgy of bacon, dry-aged steaks, cheesesteak sandwiches, and yes even a cookie. 

During its tenure from August 2014 to March of this year, the Toronado has hosted countless brewery-sponsored events, including the few locations where they could take part in a meat raffle. For co-owner Matt Bonney, the Toronado was an opportunity for him to return to his previous life as a bartender owing much of his reputation at 

Whether in a serious discussion with one of his many regulars, or introducing himself to a first time couple or guest, Matt Bonney made a point of welcoming everyone. Some would say the Toronado in Seattle was the antithesis of its sister location in San Francisco. While others would argue the Toronado was the reflection of Matt Bonney. Unfortunately, in 2019, in the middle of the night, Matt Bonney’s life was cut short.

As of this morning, March 17th, the winged phoenix which adorns the Western window of the Toronado will remain unlit. Gone will be the dim lights, the smell of cooked meat on the grill, and the cacophony of heavy metal that was the soundtrack of the Toronado. Nearly six years young, the Toronado becomes the latest victim and no doubt there will be others. 

In the own words, the Toronado said this about their closure. 

To Our Valued Patrons and Purveyors,

Like many forms of human expression, a business represents the embodiment of an individual's (or collective) dream shared with a community. A business provides a service, provides an experience, and above all provides memories. As an expression of one or more people, it easy for customers to feel an intimacy not just with the business but those who navigate it along currents of time. It is for this reason that we not only recognize a business’s birth, continued progress but also its regrettable demise.

Today, during a time when community is important, the Toronado, is shutting down. With an uncertain future do to the COVID-19 out brake. As cliche as this will sound, this decision was not an easy one for us to make. As of this post, we have locked our doors forever.

Some of you will feel disappointed by this decision. While it will be a shock to many more. But what we do not want is any of you to feel ashamed or that you let the Toronado or the Bonney’s dream of owning a business down.

To those who visited us during these nearly six years, Lynn and I thank every one of you. You supported Matt and Lynn during the slow parts of each year and the most vigorous ones as well. Whether it was a pint, a plate of bacon, or just for a short conversation, we appreciated you taking the time to stop in and support us.

A special thanks also goes out to those who supplied us with fresh-baked bread, high quality produce and meat. In addition, we want to thank the countless breweries, brewers, distilleries, distillers, wineries, vintners, cideries, and cider makers for sharing their dreams of inspiring guests with every sip.

We would like to also thank each and every industry employee who supported the Tornonado by hosting brewery nights, brewery dinners, or by inviting us to collaborate on something unique. Whether we see you on the street or during the next collaboration at a distant address, know that you are family and will be in our thoughts, hearts and memories.

We are always a positive family and conclusion of Toronado and Matt's dream does not stop with the turn of a key. In the coming months and years, Lynn and I have been collaborating with breweries which Matt Bonney was fond of, creating a series of beers called "The Book of Bonney". Starting with Urban Family, we invite you to lookout for Chapter 1 in this ongoing series of collaborations.

Until then, I ask that you continue Matt, Lynn, and Phil’s dream of supporting the community by visiting your nearest small business and keep us in your thoughts.

From your loving and caring staff,

Toronado Seattle

Toronado, 2014 - 2020

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Quarterdeck Restaurant Menu Along With Prices and Hours

Check out the Quarterdeck restaurant menu here and find the best casual food collection for yourself & family. Quarterdeck is the well-known name of the fast-casual food restaurant that is located in the Florida state of USA. The restaurant operates across the country and offers a decent collection of casual food meals & snacks. In the article ahead we are going to cover up the ample information on the Quarterdeck menu and prices to guide our readers to the restaurant. We believe the article would be helpful to them in availing of the hot favorite meal from the outlet of the restaurant.

Quarterdeck Restaurant Menu Prices

Quarterdeck Restaurant is well known for providing in-budget-friendly casual food options to its visitors. You can always find something best from the menu of the restaurant per your budget. This is the reason that why the restaurant maintains a huge customer base throughout the whole day. You can check out the prices of the various menus from the dashboard of the Quarterdeck restaurant. Make sure to shortlist the menu that fills your appetite and also comes friendly to your pocket.   Appetizers “Build Your Appetizer” $12.99 Grouper Sticks $8.99 Artichoke Spinach Crab Dip $8.99 Buffalo Shrimp $9.99 Steamed Clams $12.99 Grilled Portabella Mushroom $7.99 Smoked Fish Dip $5.99 Sashimi Tuna $8.99 Outstanding Chicken Wings $5.99 – $19.99 Loaded Nachos $7.99 Chicken Fingers $6.99 Clam Chowder $3.99 Lobster Bisque $3.99 Conch Chowder $3.99 French Onion Soup $3.99   Salads Pecan Crusted Chicken Salad $11.99 Spinach Goat Cheese Salad $10.99 Caribbean Cobb Salad $9.99 Sesame Tuna Salad $10.99 Balsamin Chicken Salad $9.99 Caesar Salads $11.99 Caesar Salads $8.99 Dinner Caesar Or Dinner Salad $2.99 Quarterdeck Restaurant Breakfast Menu Well, Quarterdeck is although the casual food offering restaurant you can also enjoy your breakfast at the outlet. Fortunately, the restaurant maintains a decent range of food items that you can choose for your breakfast. Besides, you can rest assured regarding the quality of the food as the restaurant maintains the highest quality breakfast options. You can here explore the decent range of breakfast food items from the menu of the restaurant. Steaks And Rids Turn Any Entree Into A Sure & Turf Add $10.00 Fried Shrimp For Just $5.00 Half Rack $11.99 Half Rack $11.49 Full Rack $15.99 Filet Mignon $18.99 Quarterdeck House Steak $12.99 Fried Seafood Combo $14.99 Homemade Maryland Crab Cakes $13.99 Fresh Grilled Salmon $14.99 Fresh Fish Francaise $13.99 Fresh “Fish Of The Day” Platter $12.99 Coconut Shrimp $13.99 Regular Deep Fried Shrimp $12.99   Pasta Seafood Pasta $17.99 Shrimp Scampi $13.99 Pasta Jambalaya $11.99   World Famous Burgers Quarterdeck Burger $7.99 Bacon Bleu Cheese Burger $7.49 Cajun Burger $6.99 Smoked Salmon Burger $6.99 What A Turkey Burger $7.49 Caribbean Burger $7.99   Sandwiches French Dip $11.99 Fresh Fish Sandwich $8.99 Ciabatta Roll Sandwiches $9.99 Philly Sandwiches Steak Philly $8.99 Chicken Philly $8.99 Sushi Grade Yellowfin Tuna Philly $9.99 Fresh Fish Burrito $7.99   Wine -White Lexia, Alice White $4.75 – $14.00 Sauvignon Blanc, Robert Mondavi “Private Selections” $5.25 – $15.00 Pinot Grigio, Cavit $4.75 – $14.00 Chardonnay, Sterling “Vintner’s Collection” $5.50 – $21.00 Chardonnay, McPherson’s $5.50 – $21.00 Quarterdeck Restaurant Lunch & Dinner Menu You can also enjoy the delicious casual food items in your lunch & dinner menu from the restaurant. There is a lot in the bucket of the Quarterdeck that you can choose for your lunch & dinner. It includes the favorite dishes such as chicken, pasta, Salomon, seafood, and the list goes on. You can check out the whole menu below for more information on the same. Wines – Red Shiraz, Yellow Tail $4.50 – $16.00 Pinot Noir, Solaris $5.50 – $21.00 Merlot, Rodney Strong $6.00 – $24.00 Cabernet Sauvignon, Sterling “Vintner’s Collection” $5.50 – $21.00   Wines – Blush Blush $4.50 – $14.00 white zinfandel, beringer   Wines -Champagne Champagne $35.00 moet “white star”   House Wines By Sycamore Lane House Wines By Sycamore Lane   Bottled Water Bottled Water $2.99 evian 1 liter Bottle   Kids Meal Available Kids Meal Available “includes a free scoop of ice cream”   Desserts Key Lime Pie $2.99 Triple double Chocolate Cake $2.99 Edy’s Ice Cream $1.99 – $1.49   Quarterdecks Bar Specials Peel & Eat Shrimp And Steamers Bucket Specials $1.00 – $2.00 Free Wings Or Nachos With Select Pitchers Of Beer $1.00 – $2.00 Quarterdeck Restaurant Hours The restaurant hours are all about the opening and closing window of the restaurant. This is basically the timing when the restaurant opens and closes for the day. As a customer of the Quarterdeck restaurant, you must be aware of its opening/closing window. It will ensure that you make a timely visit to the restaurant and get the best food to your appetite. You can check out the accurate opening/closing hours of the restaurant below for your reference. Week Days/ Weekends Opening/Closing Timing Monday 11:30 AM – 9:30 PM Tuesday 11:30 AM – 9:30 PM Wednesday 11:30 AM – 9:30 PM Thursday 11:30 AM – 9:30 PM Friday 11:30 AM – 9:30 PM Saturday 11:30 AM – 9:30 PM Sunday 11:30 AM – 9:30 PM Quarterdeck Restaurant Holidays Hours The holiday hours of the restaurant basically refer to the days off when the restaurant remains out of service. The good news here is that the Quarterdeck hardly has a day off and remains in the service all around the year window for its visitors. Here below is the list of holidays when the restaurant remains fully in service just like the other normal working days. - New Year Day - Independence Day - Christmas Day - Easter Sunday - Easter Monday - Martin Luther King Jr’s Birthday - Cyber Monday - Good Friday - Black Friday - Halloween - Columbus Day - Labour Day - President’s Day - Cinco De Mayo - Father’s Day - Mother’s Day - Mardi Gras Fat Tuesday - St. Patrick’s Day So, all these holidays are the routine working days for the Quarterdeck restaurants. The visitors can therefore visit the restaurant during its normal working hours. Quarterdeck Restaurant Near Me Well, you don’t need to feel lost while making your visit to the Quarterdeck restaurant as we have the map for your assistance. In this map, you can check out all the available locations of the restaurant in the nearby area. You simply have to follow the locations in order to reach there in the least possible time. The map would ensure that you head to the exact location of the restaurant outlet without facing any issue.The post Quarterdeck Restaurant Menu Along With Prices and Hours first appeared on Menu and Prices. Read the full article