1,400 spirits around the world were judged at the 13th Annual 2013 San Francisco World Spirits Competition, the most reputable and recognized spirits awards competition in the world. This year’s event was the largest competition in their 13-year history. The San Francisco World Spirits Competition, started by the James Beard Award-winning author, Anthony Dias Blue, … Read more
From the Hemingway Rum Company, two expressions of Papa’s Pilar Rum are named for his iconic yacht, offering blends of fine spirits from the Caribbean, Central America and Florida. Papa’s Pilar Dark and Blonde rums have been inspired by his grand adventures on land and at sea. While Hemingway was a man of many passions, … Read more
Glenmorangie Ealanta – New Release Glenmorangie introduces Ealanta, the fourth addition to the brand’s Private Edition range, a 1993 single malt scotch whisky limited edition with an american twist. Scots Gaelic for “skilled and ingenious,” Ealanta is a 19 Years Old Glenmorangie, matured exclusively in virgin American white oak casks from the Mark Twain National … Read more
2013 adult beverage trends The sweet wine trend continues, with varietals including Moscato showing up in table wines and in pink sparklers on menus, according to the Top 10 Adult Beverage Trends for 2013 issued by Technomic, a premier resource for actionable adult beverage information. Red blends also proliferate, delivering a range of flavor … Read more
Zagat Releases 2013 San Francisco Nightlife Survey Covering 601 Bay Area Nightspots Zagat guide, known as the “burgundy bible”, released the results of its 2013 San Francisco Bay Area Nightlife Survey, covering 601 bars, clubs, lounges, and restaurants. The Survey is based on the voting of 3,617 night owls. The “gorgeous Carmel sunset” provides a … Read more
New York-based restaurant consultancy group Baum + Whiteman has released its list of 17 hottest food and dining trends for restaurants & hotels in 2013. Upscale donuts, Gochujang, Quinine syrup, Shiso or Charred octopus tentacles are the foods the world will be hearing a lot more of next year. Here is the food trendspotting … Read more