It seems that a lot of what we drink has to do more with a interesting name or label. We've been fairly lucky in doing that, only finding a few bottles undrinkable. This was bought at the local Wegman's, which has been our go to for sampling a lot of different alcoholic beverages. We still hit … Continue reading From the Bar – Maudite Belgian Ale
Author: clubschadenfreude
intelligent, female, atheist, science fiction fan, great cook, excellent alewife, cat lover
From the Back Room – Surly Cynic Pro Series Partial Mash Kit
The ale today is a kit from Northern Brewer, the Surly Cynic Pro Series Partial Mash Kit. Surly Brewing Company is a microbrewery in Minnesota. And OF COURSE, it was the name of the beer that got us to try the kit. As you can see, the ale is a nice orange color, and though it looks … Continue reading From the Back Room – Surly Cynic Pro Series Partial Mash Kit
From the bar – Stemmari Nero D’Avola
what the heck does "dry" really mean? Take the Stemmari Nero D'Avola, a Sicilian red Vintage 2009. I see it be called "anything but dry" in other reviews. Then what does that make my box wines? Blocks of sugar? Well, maybe to a point but they aren't only sweet either. This wine reminds of me … Continue reading From the bar – Stemmari Nero D’Avola
Not So Polite Dinner Conversation – Human rights and primitive religions
Since President Obama has said that he supports gay marriage, the religious right is now having a fit. They are ever-so sure that their god hates homosexuality and by golly, their magical book says it! One of the more amusing people being so sure that they are the only TrueChristian is Ken Ham, he of … Continue reading Not So Polite Dinner Conversation – Human rights and primitive religions
What the Boss Likes – Rally against the War On Women, April 28, 2012
In cities and capitols all over the US, women and men will rally against the war against women, the pernicious attempt to return women to second class citizens. Really didn't know about this at all until now aka April 27th, but it's a much bigger thing than I thought. A new group Unite Women has been … Continue reading What the Boss Likes – Rally against the War On Women, April 28, 2012
Not So Polite Dinner Conversation – Imprecatory Prayers
Lately, all over the decent and humane sphere of the intertubes, people have been declaring their horror at the actions of one group of Christian women claiming to be praying for the female staff of the Military Religious Freedom Foundation to be stricken with breast cancer. Here's the link to the MRFF press release. Now at this … Continue reading Not So Polite Dinner Conversation – Imprecatory Prayers
From the Kitchen: Chimichurri and Chili
Since I’m back on the South Beach Phase 1 at the moment, I thought I’d share a couple recipes for Phase 1 friendly foods. Now, the SoBe diet works for me. I’ve lost 30 pounds and kept it off. I even feel better on it, no or few carbs makes me feel much better. My blood … Continue reading From the Kitchen: Chimichurri and Chili
Not so polite dinner conversation – Voting, religion and the usual PA nonsense
Went and voted today here in the primary election ofPennsylvania. I had been registered independent but changed back to Democrat so I could participate. In PA, we have a lot of what I suppose could be called DINOs, Democrats in name only, at least when it comes to women’s issues (Senator Bob Casey for one, … Continue reading Not so polite dinner conversation – Voting, religion and the usual PA nonsense
Not so polite dinner conversation – Kirk Cameron’s stupid opinions and CCOKC
seems I've found a lot to like lately and in not polite dinner conversation nonetheless. Hmmm,need to get back to my cynical self soon. CCOKC - Child Celebrities Opposing Kirk Cameron CCOCK video I'm guessing the poor man will do the wannabee martyr schtick.
What the Boss Likes – Sinfest and Steampunk Jesus!
Goggles and a jetpack. Much more fun than a imaginary man who was all about denying the world. http://www.sinfest.net/archive_page.php?comicID=4237
