Amuse-Bouche
This unintentionally obscene amuse-bouche was served during our recent dinner at L’Espalier, my favorite restaurant in Boston. We started with martinis (lemon …
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Opération Séduction 14: Ma Griffe
Ma Griffe (“My Signature”) can also be translated as “My Claw.” This classic fragrance features bergamot, lemon, jasmine and yang-ylang over a base …
My Cabinet of Curiosities
During the 17th and 18th centuries, before the development of modern museums, Cabinets of Curiosities or Wunderkammer were all the …
Life is Sweet…
When you have Rainier cherries to enjoy with a little Raschera DOP. Rainiers, which were developed in Washington state near …
Opération Séduction 13: Mouchoir de Monsieur
Mouchoir de Monsieur means a “gentleman’s handkerchief,” a masculine accessory which has today atrophied into the ignoble “pocket square.” During the …
Cherry Hill Blanc de Pinot Noir 2013
Cherry Hill is a producer of Pinot Noir in Oregon’s Willamette Valley, a lovely place. They make this Blanc de …
How I Know I’m Not A Man
Actually, I figured this out quite a long time ago. But every now and then, there are reminders. Some are infuriating, …
Opération Séduction 12: L’Anarchiste
The marketing for L’Anarchiste, introduced in 2000 by the House of Caron, is very interesting. One reviewer asked, “how can a perfume …
This Bud’s For You
I was enchanted by this photo from the NYT of a man wearing a marijuana boutonnière. Not because I’m that …
What’s In The Back Of Your Fridge?
The contents of other people’s refrigerators interest me as much as the tomes on their bookshelves. After all, you are what you eat, …
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