Feb 27 – The Modern Mixologist and Distillery No.209 Gin

Posted on February 22, 2010 by Guy

It’s a Spirited show today!  First up, Master Mixologist Tony Abu-Ganim live from the South Beach Food & Wine fest to talk about the hottest cocktails and his just released new book; The Modern Mixologist

Modern MixologistOver the course of the past two decades, Tony Abou-Ganim has earned his reputation as one of the leaders in the craft cocktail movement. Through his work with food and hospitality legends like Mario Batali, Steve Wynn, and Harry Denton, Abou-Ganim has earned his reputation as “the Modern Mixologist,” someone bringing the traditional art of mixology into the 21st century. Now, in The Modern Mixologist, Abou-Ganim has established the new standard in cocktail books — a must-have guide to home mixology in a beautiful, coffee-table–suitable format. Featuring gorgeous full-color photography throughout by the award-winning Tim Turner, this book instantly becomes the most beautiful guide to creating cocktails available anywhere. If you carry one high-end cocktail book, this is it — sure to be a terrific gift item all year round.

                                                                                                                                                                                                         

No 209 GinIn the second half Spirits remain high with a special Gin from Distillery No. 209, a San Franciso showcase distillery concieved and executed by Wichita native son Leslie Rudd.  Joining us from the distillery is Master Distiller Arne Hillesland.  www.distillery209.com

Everything at Distillery No. 209 is crafted with only the highest quality in mind, nothing less. Gin has never stood still and the research for No. 209 Gin held to this ideology in crafting a new offering. The spirit started as a very heavily flavored, sometimes rough spirit, and it was for a time almost excessively sweet, then very dry and ‘junipery.’ The 209 team has expertly taken the juniper berry heritage a step further by fusing it with citrus, exotic fruits, and spices. Pristine perfection in appearance. The first sniffs are treated to generous notes of citrus zest, especially lemon peel; later swirlings and inhalations instigate earthier, root-like scents, in particular, juniper berry, orris root, licorice, coriander and angelica. The palate entry is bittersweet, intensely grainy and speckled with licorice and orris root; at midpalate, the viscosity comes alive, underpinning the marginally sweeter (from palate entry) flavor that turns delightfully herbal. Finish is decidedly herbal/leafy/seed-like and, finally, bittersweet. Enough changes in direction to keep the taste buds fully alert for the entire ride. An adult gin with an adventurous attitude. Nicely rendered. Highly Recommended!”
Spirit Journal – F. Paul Pacult 

The Spirt of the Week isn’t yet available here in Kansas 🙁

But…Click here to get you some!

Jacob Liquor Exchange remains the BEST Wine, Spirits & Beer store in the Midwest…

…you can be sure they’ll be the first to carry this splendid gin!

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Port Tasting Feb 24

Posted on February 19, 2010 by Guy

“Not just any Port in a Storm”
Wednesday – February 24, 2010 – 7:45 p.m.
Hilton Wichita Airport Media Room – 2098 Airport Road, Wichita, Kansas
$35 cash or check at the door please.

7 Stellar Ports with “Port-able Munchies” and a little Port education to boot! 

You and your friends are invited for a little after-dinner fun with Good Life Guy.
Winter is a great time to sample some premium Port and learn a little about how it’s made, who’s making the best, and what the different types of Port bring to the table.
The Lineup*:

Montevina Zinfandel Port
Justin Obtuse Cabernet Port
Hardy’s Whiskers Blake Port
Dow’s Porto LBV 2003 Port
Grahams 10 Year Tawny Port
Fonseca 20 Year Tawny Port
Warre Vintage Port 2000 Port

This informal tasting will feature Non-Vintage, Late Bottle Vintage, and Vintage Port from some top producers. We’ll talk about Port in general, the different styles and why you should be enjoying this very special beverage any time of year.

Reservations made & confirmed by email only! 
Seating is limited and will fill fast
RSVP by Tuesday Feb 23 with names of all attendees
You must receive an email reply to be on the list – must be on the list to attend
If you must cancel, do so early so those on the Standby list can attend
Cash or Check at the door please

Port…it’s not just for breakfast anymore!  😉
*wines subject to change  

TiVo the Olympics and come have some fun.
Cheers,
Guy

Guy Bower
Host of The Good Life Radio Show
KNSS 1330AM – Saturday’s 9-10a.m.

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Feb 20 – 5-Factor Diet, World Wine Challange, Mainstreet winery

Posted on February 17, 2010 by Guy

Let’s talk healthy…
My first guest is Harley Pasternack with his new book; The 5 Factor World Diet – Weight-Loss Secrets from the Healthiest Nations on the Planet – UNLOCKED

5factor dietFollowing on the heels of his hugely popular blockbuster, The 5-Factor Diet, celebrity trainer and nutritionist Harley Pasternak has searched the world to add a little variety and spice to your weight loss plan. The 5-Factor World Diet takes the 5-Factor principle–five meals a day, five core ingredients, five-minute prep time–and incorporates the best foods and nutritional habits from ten of the world’s healthiest countries.

While jetting to exotic locales with some of Hollywood’s biggest stars as their personal health and fitness expert, Pasternak has sampled local cuisine from many corners of the world. Consequently he has made a fascinating discovery: the farther he journeyed from the United States, the easier it was to seek out foods that were both nourishing and slimming.

Author of the bestselling 5-Factor Diet, Pasternak is a fitness trainer and nutritionist to big-name celebrities like Halle Berry, and Jessica Simpson. Accompanying his clients on international tours and to far-flung film sets, he discovered and now shares food preparation techniques, recipes, and weight-loss secrets from the world’s healthiest countries.

Then it’s all about WINE with guest Barry Wiss, VP for Trade Relations at Trinchero Family Estates.

We’ll tell you all about the recent honor bestowed on this great family producer; Trinchero Family Estates is Wine Enthusiast’s magazines 2009 American Winery of the Year. 

worldwinechallangeThen it’s all about Barry’s latest editon of the World Wine Challange, a fun and educational game for anyone interested in wine – no matter what your level of wine knowledge.  This is a great game that can be used individually or in groups…an entertaining way to learn about wine. 
Get a copy now!


Later in the second half; Jason Hart, Brand Manager from Main Street Winery joins us to talk about the wines of this Trinchero owned property.  We’ll tell you about the vineyards, winemakeing and several of the products produced.

main-street-wine-chardonnayThe Good Life Guy Wine of the Week:
2008 Main Street Chardonnay

This smooth, elegant Chardonnay is selected from the very best grapes from premier vineyards in Santa Barbara County. The resulting wine is balanced and beautiful, with tempting aromas of ripe pear, tropical fruit flavors and a hint of toasted almonds. The silken finish is accented with spice notes. 

What a great wine!  All the bells and whistles from Los Alamos estate vineyard in the heart of Santa Barbara County.  Buy this one by the case.

www.mainstreetwinery.com

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Feb 13 – Antojitos & DamGoodSweet

Posted on February 10, 2010 by Guy

antojitosMy first guest is Babara Sibley author of Antojitos; Festive and Flavorful Mexican Small Plates

 ¿Cómo se dice “appetizers”? ANTOJITOS, of course. The north-of-the-border love affair with Mexican food heats up with this luscious collection of 75 authentic Mexican appetizers and drinks from two of Greenwich Village’s favorite restaurateurs. Readers will be inspired to craft crunchy, cheesy Chalupas, succulent Shrimp Ceviche, ruby-red Hibiscus Margaritas, and more. Sidebars on Mexican cooking and entertaining, suggested menus for party themes from cumpleaños (birthdays) to Cinco de Mayo, and a stylish design filled with colorful Mexican folk art and food photographs round out this spicy treat of a book.

damgoodsweet Then it’s all about a very cool book perfect for the day before Valentines Day; DamGoodSweet: Desserts to Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth, New Orleans Style by Pastry Chef David Gaus and Raquel Pelzel

50 down-home dessert recipes from New Orleans. Don’t miss this delicious opportunity to experience the tempting treats of this richly diverse city in a fascinating cookbook that’s part travelogue and part memoir.

A rich gumbo of authentic Southern sweets. You won’t be able to decide which one of these amazing recipes to try first! Finally, the culinary secrets and stories behind the exquisite sweets unique to the heart of Louisiana are revealed. Along with the insights that only a native son — and a cooking pro — can provide

Order DamGoodSweet: Desserts to Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth, New Orleans Style

Good Life Guy Wine of the Week:  2006 Gessami Gramona

Gessami GramonaLight straw. Spicy orange, melon and nectarine aromas are pure and inviting. Silky pit and exotic fruit flavors are brightened by gentle acidity; shows impressive depth but striking clarity too. Shows a lovely balance of sweetness and vivacity, and finishes with impressive length. This would be fantastic with lighter spicy Asian seafood dishes

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Feb 6 – Chili Madness & Great Beer

Posted on February 2, 2010 by Guy

My guest this week is Jane Butel with her latest edition of “Chili Madness” perfect for superbowl Sunday!

chili madnessBeloved chili. Passionate chili. Hot chili . . . and not just because of the chiles. Chili, the star of cook-offs, the obsession of societies, and the subject of endless debate over its proper preparation. Has there ever been a better time to be a chili head? A well-stocked supermarket today carries a variety of fresh and dried chiles, fresh cilantro, myriad dried and canned beans, chipotle powder, and all the makings for sides and salsas, from tortillas in the refrigerator case to organic avocados. Jane Butel’s Chili Madness has been praised as “an elegant celebration” (Travel + Leisure) that “chile lovers will love” (New York Post), it’s the spicy bestseller with over 330,000 copies in print.

Extensively revised, updated, and expanded, the book will fire up a whole new generation of chili fanatics. Of the 160-plus recipes, more than 130 are brand-new. Here are classics, including Reno Red and Navajo Green and Buzzard’s Breath Chili, as well as newfangled bowls like Moroccan Chili and White Lobster Chili. To accompany the main event are savory breads (Bacon Crumble Cornbread); tempting sidekicks (Hot ’n’ Spicy Okra, Red Hot Sweet Potato Lace); fire-taming salads (Crispy Cilantro Coleslaw); and margaritas, of course. (Six kinds!) Luscious desserts such as Double Chocolate Farmer’s Cakes provide the perfect sweet ending, while chili leftovers are reinvented in crowd-pleasers like Texas-Style Burritos.

Attend the KSU “Flavors of the Sizzlin” Southwest” Feb 25 or 26
Learn more about Jane – click here 

Get Good Life Guy’s Blackbean Sirloin Chili recipe

M40_SamplerPackAleWine Beers of the Week…The Michelob Sampler Pack with some great brews!  This fun case features year-round classics Michelob Pale Ale and Michelob Porter plus (only available in the Sampler) Bavarian Style Wheat and the all-new Michelob Rye India Pale Ale – “Rye P.A.”   The case also includes tasting mats and beer notes.

For more info and video tasting segments go to:
www.michelobsamplerpack.com

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