This weekend, I hit up the Txakoli Fest held at Six Plates Wine Bar in Durham. A $5 entry fee gave you access to an afternoon and evening of live music and a traditional glass to take home. Six Plates is always an enjoyable spot to pass the time as I love their goth-lite vibe,
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26 July, 2009
Restaurant Review–The Raleigh Times Bar, Downtown Raleigh
Posted in : Dining in Raleigh - NC, Restaurants on by : The Gourmez Tags: avocado sandwiches, belgian beers, raleigh bars, raleigh restaurants, the raleigh times bar, triangle bars and restaurantsThe Raleigh Times Bar 14 East Hargett Street Downtown Raleigh http://www.raleightimesbar.com/ Entrees: $7-12 The above picture does not do justice to the atmosphere of The Raleigh Times Bar. It is much larger than I expected, taking up half a city block but divided into a lot of cozy, smaller spaces with two main bars, the
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24 July, 2009
Cocktail Review–Hendrick’s in the Garden, The Raleigh Times Bar
Posted in : Bars and Tasting Rooms, Bars in Raleigh - NC on by : The Gourmez Tags: cucumber cocktails, hendrick's in the garden cocktail, lavender syrup, raleigh cocktails, raleigh times bar, raleigh times bar cocktails, triangle cocktailsHendrick’s in the Garden The Raleigh Times Bar http://www.raleightimesbar.com/ This cocktail was a mix of cucumber chunks, lavender syrup, gin, and club soda on the rocks. The strong, yet bland gin quickly took control from the cucumber and sweet lavender. It’s rare that I want the gin in a drink to be more flavorful but
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22 July, 2009
Restaurant Review–Taqueria La Vaquita, Durham
Comments : 1 Posted in : Dining in Durham - NC, Restaurants on by : The Gourmez Tags: durham taquerias, empanada, fresh tortillas, horchata, mexican food in durham, taco pastor, taqueria la vaquita, taqueria vallarta, tortaTaqueria La Vaquita 2700 Chapel Hill Road Durham http://lavaquitanc.com A la carte: $2-6. Plates: $8.29-14. Taqueria La Vaquita is a local favorite for many Durhamites and has received lots of press, including nationally. I have been salivating to give it a try for months. Their building, of course, is notable for the cow (la vaquita)
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20 July, 2009
Wine Review–Westbend Le Noirien
Posted in : Pinot Noir, Red Wine on by : The Gourmez Tags: north carolina wines, westbend vineyards le noirien, yadkin valley winesWestbend Vineyards Le Noirien Other Words on the Label: 2005, Pinot Noir, Yadkin Valley This pinot noir has quite the fiery nose with a strong alcohol presence, plum, and leather. I taste lots of extra ripe plum, some raw sugar and a bit of bourbon. It is tart with a light sweetness on some sips.
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17 July, 2009
Wine Review–Dellatorri Chianti 2007
Comments : 1 Posted in : Chianti, Red Wine, Wine on by : The Gourmez Tags: cherry, clove, dellatorri chianti 2004, dellatorri chianti 2007 review, lemon seed, the gourmez wine reviewDellatorri Chianti 2007 I didn’t pick up much from the smell of this wine, so if I had to offer something, I’d say it smelled of unripened pluot. The taste was more striking, with the first sip making me wonder if I’d bit into a lemon seed. That taste lingers for awhile but mellows after
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15 July, 2009
Restaurant Review–Satisfaction, Brightleaf Square, Durham
Comments : 2 Posted in : Dining in Durham - NC, Restaurants on by : The Gourmez Tags: cars in restaurants, club sub, satisfaction restaurant and bar, sports bar durham, the gourmez restaurant reviewSatisfaction Restaurant and Bar 905 W Main Street Suite 37 Brightleaf Square, Durham http://www.satisfactionrestaurant.com Sandwiches and Salads: $5.29-8.99. Pizza: Starting at $8.59 for a small, plain cheese. On a Sunday afternoon, Satisfaction is a relaxing sports bar and grill. I specify when we ate because I’ve been here for a drink on a game night
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14 July, 2009
Wine Review–Meridian Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon 2005
Comments : 1 Posted in : Cabernet Sauvignon, Red Wine, Wine on by : The Gourmez Tags: meridian vineyards cabernet sauvignon 2005, spicy wine, the gourmez wine reviewMeridian Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon 2006 Other words on the label: California This wine has a spicy nose of cumin and rich cinnamon. Figs are the central fruit though there is also a small bit of pipe tobacco on the finish. It is tart and spicy. For people like me who love a spicy wine, it
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12 July, 2009
Cocktail Review–Little Red Corvette, Jujube, Chapel Hill
Posted in : Bars and Tasting Rooms, Bars in Durham - NC on by : The Gourmez Tags: agave syrup, cocktail review, hibiscus, jujube chapel hill, little red corvette cocktail, the gourmez cocktail review, triangle cocktailsLittle Red Corvette Jujube, Chapel Hill http://www.jujuberestaurant.com $9 The Little Red Corvette is made with agave syrup, tequila, and hibiscus nectar. It was served in a double old-fashioned glass. The drink was a beautiful carmine pink at bottom, with the shade getting lighter the higher up it went. Hibiscus is a great choice for a
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9 July, 2009
Restaurant Review–Tandoor Indian Restaurant, Greenwood Commons, Durham
Comments : 3 Posted in : Dining in Durham - NC, Restaurants on by : The Gourmez Tags: indian restaurant durham, kheer, mediocre indian food, saag paneer, tandoor indian restaurant, the gourmez restaurant reviewTandoor Indian Restaurant 5410 Highway 55 Greenwood Commons Durham http://tandoorinrtp.com Entrees: $10-19 Tandoor, situated in a nondescript shopping center, has a nice, white tablecloth interior with plenty of tables and booth seating and a small, cute bar with elephant figurines on display. The Indian music playing had an upbeat tempo, which was appreciated as Indian
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