Dry Soda continues Seattle's tradition of tastemaking beverages. Started, in a sense, with Chateau Ste. Michelle wine, some 30 years ago, moved on quickly to Red Hook beer and Starbucks coffee. Even Thomas Kemper root beer and Jones Soda. Now, another homegrown entry in the hot category of Adult Non-Alcoholic Specialty Beverages.
Comes word that Readers Digest is naming Dry Soda to its "Best of America" list in the May issue, calling it a hidden gem. Says Dry Soda's founder Sharelle Klaus, "I wanted something that wasn't sweet." The first four flavors (kumquat, rhubarb, lemongrass, lavender) were inspired by her garden, with only a little pure cane sugar added.
One of the Internet's Top Ten Food Blogs -- About.com "Focused, witty and informative"--SeattlePI.com Prominent blog, best at covering the restaurant scene --Seattle Spin One of Seattle's 15 Greatest Blogs -- UrbanSeattle.com "Belltown's boulevardier"--Seattle Magazine "An elder statesman among bloggers" --Seattle Times One of America's favorite independent wine blogs --LocalWineEvents.com
Many of these posts also appear on Seattlest.com, part of another network of city blogs.
Real Absinthe -- Thujone Absinthe Absinthe Original offers a large selection of real absinthe varieties, also called the Green Fairy, containing varying amounts of thujone, derived from wormwood. Find absinthe liquors, spoons, glasses, and other accessories. Quick worldwide shipping.
The oldest and most comprehensive blog about Paris, BonjourParis, produced by a stellar team of writers and editors (including occasional contributions from Cornichon).
Maribeth Celemente's blog, Bonjour Telluride, with regular updates to her shopping guides, The Riches of France and The Riches of Paris.
French Chef Sally is my friend Sally McArthur, who hosts luxurious,
week-long cooking classes at the Chateau du Riveau in the Loire Valley.
Local Wine Events.com,
the worlds leading Food and Wine tasting calendar. Spirits and Beer events as well. Post your own event or sign up
to be notified when new events are po
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VinoLover, Seattle wine promoter David LeClaire's bulletin board of tastings,
dinners and special events.
Wine Educator Dieter Schafer maintains a full schedule
of Seattle-area tastings and seminars
for amateur wine drinkers and professional alike.
Nat Decants, a free wine e-newsletter from Natalie MacLean, recently named the World's Best Drink Writer at the World Food Media Awards in Australia. Wine picks, articles and humor; no ads.
