In the St. Pete Times:
Colette and John Bancroft review Don Miguel 2007 Gascon Malbec from Argentina
Janet Keeler presents a side dish to the everyday rotisserie chicken: Roasted Broccoli and Cauliflower with Lemon and Garlic as well as side dishes no Who in Whoville could resist.
Laura Reiley shares her thoughts about the Lakeview Grill in Clearwater.
Holiday party cocktails from mixologist LaTonya White, like the “Speyside Christmas Carol” made with Glenlivet and Godiva caramel liquor.
And rejoice in the warming potential of grits in the slow cooker, featuring recipes from Andrew Schloss
In the NY Times:
Julia Moskin says butter holds the key to the best holiday cookies.
Recipes:
Wine critic Eric Asimov’s best wine books, including Robert Parker’s Wine Buying Guide
Jeff Gordinier interviews celebrity chef Rocco DiSpirito
Featured recipes: Risotto with Roasted Winter Squash, Pureed White Bean and Winter Squash Soup, Fennel and Citrus Salad, Braised Flanken with Pomegranate
This article appears in Dec 17-23, 2008.