The very first record of “Cheers!” can be found in the 18th century as a shout of encouragement or support. Nowadays it has many different meanings, depending on which context it’s used in. As a toast, cheers became from “Good … Continue reading
Posted in Facts, Funny | Tagged Cheers, Say Cheers in different languages | Leave a comment //There’s something that’s been weighing on my mind for quite some time now. Truth be told, the only reason I’m posting it here is that I was caught “in the act” by my wife; and now I’ve been shamed into … Continue reading
Posted in Funny | Tagged Recycling, Wine Confession, Wine Snobs | 2 Comments //James Bond, Ian Fleming’s fictional spy character, is portrayed as a frequent drinker of Champagne. A count reveals thirty-five occasions in which the character was portrayed drinking champagne in Bond films. The favorite Champagne of Mr Bond? That would be … Continue reading
Posted in Facts, Funny | Tagged Bollinger, Champagne, James Bond, Roger Moore, Sean Connery | Leave a comment //No-one likes to look like a total novice when choosing a wine in a decent restaurant. A book could probably be written on the subject (and I’m sure there is); but at least for now, I’ve put together just a … Continue reading
Posted in Facts, Funny | Tagged How to Order Wine, How to Order Wine Without Looking Like an Amateur, Ordering wine, Ordering wine in a restaurant | 1 Comment //The story goes that the history of White Zinfandel began by accident at the Sutter Home Winery. When a tank of Zinfandel didn’t ferment as dry as expected, winemaker Bob Trinchero decided to create a blush wine, and they began … Continue reading
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