The 18th Century German philosopher Immanuel Kant argued that when we make aesthetic judgments about what is beautiful, we rightfully expect others to agree with
How Much Bolognese Do We Need?
I always enjoy Alfonso Cevola’s ruminations on all things Italian, but his recent screed about Italian restaurants in the U.S. has me scratching my head.
Wine Wars are Really about Finding Friends
Big, high alcohol fruit bombs vs. food friendly elegance, toasty, buttery chardonnay vs. crisp, minerally Chablis, conventional winemaking vs. sans souf natural wines, terroir-driven wines
No Wine Should be Beyond Criticism
This recent post from Jamie Goode is interesting but disturbing. Entitled “Some Wines are Beyond Criticism,” he argues that “some wines have become so famous
Creating Wine Lovers is about Inspiration not Education
If you’re puzzled about how to get more people to drink wine, this article by Fintan Kerr makes a lot of sense. Generally there are
On Paying Attention to Seasons
Are there good reasons to eat seasonally? There are environmental reasons. Eating fruits and vegetables out of season usually means they have to be transported
Exploring the Philosophy of Food and Wine 