People with good taste are much admired and we spend a lot of time and money trying to acquire it. But what exactly is good
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Creativity and Loaded Guns
Because I write about aesthetics and have had a life-long interest in art and music, I hold creativity and imagination in very high regard. My
The History of Chardonnay and Tasting Creatively
Elaine Chukan Brown’s recent 4-part series on the history of Chardonnay in the U.S. is a fascinating read for wine lovers. Chardonnay is the most
Kitchen Creativity: Red Lentil and Date Stew
I’m not noted for spontaneity but I do enjoy creating dishes spontaneously—when I have a stuffed pantry, a full rack of spices and a large
The Creative Kitchen: Transforming Guacamole
Maque Guac In my personal pantheon of food gods, avocado is of the highest rank. I can’t think of another ingredient that melds grassy, floral
On Tasting the New
There is a strain of thought in the wine and food world that assumes the object of our affection, a remarkable dish or great bottle
Exploring the Philosophy of Food and Wine 