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COCKTAIL OF THE WEEK: The Brooklyn Mary


I love a good Bloody Mary. As far as I’m concerned, there can’t ever be a better one than the one my friend Louise Leonard used to make at the old place. To watch her was to watch an alchemist, … Continue reading

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VIRGINIA DERBY PREVIEW


My focus shifts south this week for the Virginia Derby, a fun, contentious race, being run at night for what I believe is the first time. I plan to fire up the grill and bet a few races Saturday night, … Continue reading

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WILD MAINE BLUEBERRY GRANITA


I found my thrill. . . Susan, Mugs and I went hiking one day last week on Pleasant Mountain in western Maine. I’d tell you which day but that would involve my actually paying attention to what day of the … Continue reading

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