For those who have seen my wine tags in the store, you’ve probably noticed a lot of crisp whites, light-bodied reds, and obscure varietals among…read more
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Cook like a Cheesemonger: Brabander & Squash Pasta
by Sean Lawrence The true indicator of Fall’s beginning, at least in my heart, is the return of Brabander Reserve. Each year, she makes her…read more
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What We’re Drinking: Off Color Brewing Apex Predator
by Joey Bader Sometimes I drink for one reason: nostalgia. Recently, I picked up a four pack of Off Color’s Apex Predator, which I discovered…read more
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On Ballads and Bottles (Two Murder Ballads and a Sad Love Song, Paired with Wine)
The veil is thin and I am listening to haunting ballads, and pairing them with wine for your enjoyment this Hallows’ Eve. To begin, some…read more
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What We’re Drinking: Redbreast Irish Whiskey
by Jim Kelly These days, my go-to spirit is Redbreast 12-Year Irish Whiskey, crafted at the Midleton Distillery in County Cork. The story goes that,…read more
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What We’re Drinking: Yes Cocktail Syrups
New this week and just in time for sweater weather! Yes Cocktail Co.’s small-batch syrups are crafted with 100% natural fruits, herbs, botanicals, and spices,…read more
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What We’re Drinking: Tempus Fugit Creme de Noyaux
I’m not too much of a drinker these days, but when I do reach for a bottle, I want it to be something with a…read more
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What We’re Drinking: Manuel Aragon Fino Sherry
For many, Sherry reminds them of their grandparents. But, like many things your grandparents liked, Sherry is hip again! As a home cook, Sherry is…read more
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Cheese Showdown: A Look into the Cheesemonger Invitational
If you look into any niche, you’ll find extremely passionate people, maybe even people who dedicate their lives or careers to it. That’s certainly true…read more
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A Visit to Pork & Plants: Reflections from the St. Paul Meat Shop
Reflections from a Trip to Pork & Plants Farm Pork & Plants is our primary supplier of pork for our whole animal butchery program. A…read more
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Bonjour from Languedoc!
We’ve all been there. Sitting there in the middle of a Minnesota winter thinking, “wow I’d really rather move to France and work on a…read more
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What We’re Drinking: G4
For this project, I’ve chosen a spirit I’ve kept coming back to since I first started at France 44; G4 Tequila. Standing for Four Generations,…read more
