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Linda Gets Her Wikipedia Page

I’m please to see that Wikipedia finally has a page devoted to Linda. It’s about time! As WED’s first female engineer she was really a trailblazer. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Linda_McBride_Alcorn She recently contributed a chapter on her early experiences at WED to my … Continue reading

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Make the IONIQ 5 Perfect!

As I mentioned in a previous post, after driving Teslas for twelve years I’ve upgraded to the Hyundai IONIQ 5, a far superior car. But there are a few things Tesla got right that Hyundai should copy. And fortunately they’re … Continue reading

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Tesla is Toast

You may have seen that Tesla sales in Europe are down 45%, and the US stock is down 8% so far this year. It’s easy to blame these numbers on the fact that most Tesla buyers are exactly the opposite … Continue reading

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AMI Zoom Wine Group Graduation

An In-Person Tasting of Old and Rare Wines # Vintage Wine Locale Value Rating Bordeaux 1 2010 Château Pontet-Canet France, Bordeaux, Médoc, Pauillac $224 95 2 2005 Château Lascombes France, Bordeaux, Médoc, Margaux $101 92 3 1995 Dominus Estate Napanook … Continue reading

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Zoom Wine Tasting Videos

(I only recorded sessions where someone couldn’t attend, so this is only about half of them.) 11/2/2020 Vistamar and Crown Point 11/16/2020 McManus and Roblar Petite Sirahs 11/18/2020 Evans Ranch Pinot Noir 2005 and Crozes-Hermitage 2/1/2021 Beckmen and Mollydooker 2/24/2021 … Continue reading

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Online Wine Tasting – Monday Part 6

Mondays, beginning September 20 (except October 11) at 6:30pm AaronAlanDaniHunter & KaylaJim & KathyLoren & LarryLorraineMartinMichael & AuroraMike & SusanMindy & NicSteve I’ve tried to arrange the wines so that they become increasingly complex and full-bodied. Please put the week’s … Continue reading

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Road Trip: Pacific Northwest

This was a delightful 12-day trip around Washington State and part of Oregon. Dani and I initially planned it, but I was able to talk Linda into going, too. It was so much fun to have the whole family traveling … Continue reading

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Online Wine Tasting – Wednesday Part 6

AaronAlanAlex & LorettaDani & TrishHunter & KaylaLianaLoren & LarryMartinMike & SusanRachel & ChristinaScottSteve I’ve tried to arrange the wines so that they become increasingly complex and full-bodied. Please put the week’s white in your fridge at least 24 hours in … Continue reading

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Online Wine Tasting – Monday Part 5

An eclectic selection of worldwide regions and varietals for the adventurous palate. AlanDani & TrishJim & KathyHunter & KaylaJoeLianaLoren & LarryMartinMindy & NickMike & SusanRachel & ChristinaSteve May 10 Stolpman Vineyards Roussanne 14.99 https://casemates.com/deals/stolpman-vineyards-roussanne May 17 Paolo Scavino Sorriso 13.04 … Continue reading

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Home Meal Kits

During the pandemic rather than visit restaurants, I subscribed to six different meal preparation kits. I enjoyed each, and each had their own strengths. Here is how they compare.   Blue Apron is the first kit we tried. Limited customization … Continue reading

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Online Wine Tasting – Wednesday Part 5

AaronAlanAlexDaniJimHunterJoeLianaLorenMikeScottSteve I’ve tried to arrange the wines so that they become increasingly complex and full-bodied. Please put the week’s white in your fridge at least 24 hours in advance. I suggest opening the reds at noon and pouring a glass … Continue reading

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Online Wine Tasting – Monday Part 4 – Steele

This is a chance to try all the common (and some uncommon) varietals from a single producer who makes excellent wines with a light touch, so the varietal characteristics will come through very clearly. Retail on these wines was $238. … Continue reading

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Linda McBride Alcorn Named TEA Master

The Themed Entertainment Association (TEA) – the global, nonprofit membership association for the creators of compelling places and experiences – has announced the slate of TEA Masters honorees for 2020. The TEA Masters program celebrates masters of their craft in the … Continue reading

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Online Wine Tasting – Wednesday Part 4

AaronAlanAlexDaniJimHunterJoeLianaLorenMikeScottSteve I’ve tried to arrange the wines so that they become increasingly complex and full-bodied. Please put the week’s white in your fridge at least 24 hours in advance. I suggest opening the reds at noon and pouring a glass … Continue reading

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Online Wine Tasting – Monday Part 3

Since we can’t come to the wine, the wine will have to come to us. Starting November 23, every week we’ll meet on Zoom and chat about the wines. AlanGusHunterJimJoeMartinLianaLorenMikeSteve I’ve tried to arrange the wines so that they become … Continue reading

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Online Wine Tasting – Wednesday Part 3

Since we can’t come to the wine, the wine will have to come to us. Starting October 7, every week we’ll meet on Zoom and chat about the wines. AaronAlanAlexDaniJimHunterJoeLianaLorenMikeScottSteve I’ve tried to arrange the wines so that they become … Continue reading

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Online Wine Tasting – Monday Part 2

Alan Hunter Jim Joe Liana Loren Mike Steve August 31 Saladini Pilastri PecorinoSteve’s Selection$9.75  https://www.totalwine.com/wine/white-wine/pecorino/saladini-pilastri-pecorino/p/106929750-1 September 7 Hermes Moschofilero MantiniaLiana’s Selection$12.68  https://www.totalwine.com/wine/white-wine/moschofilero-fileri/hermes-moschofilero-mantinia/p/2216750 September 14 Le Pre Vaujour Sancerre, 2018Steve’s (and Mike’s) Selection$19.51  https://www.totalwine.com/wine/white-wine/sauvignon-blanc/le-pre-vaujour-sancerre/p/172964750?s=920&igrules=true September 21 Nora AlbarinoMike’s Selection$17.56  https://www.totalwine.com/wine/white-wine/albarino/nora-albarino/p/59981750 September … Continue reading

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Steve’s Chicken and Celery Salad with Wasabi

Cook Time: 10 minutes  Servings: 2 servings INGREDIENTS 1/2 lb shredded or cubed chicken meat 2 Tbsp lime juice 2 Tbsp Tatziki sauce 1 Tbsp tahini diced scallion 1 or 2 Tbsp wasabi paste 2 garlic cloves, grated 1 teaspoon granulated sugar 2 celery stalks dried cranberries tarragon salt pepper … Continue reading

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Online Wine Tasting – Wednesday Part 2

Since we can’t come to the wine, the wine will have to come to us. Starting July 29, every week we’ll meet on Zoom and chat about the wines. I’ve tried to arrange the wines so that they become increasingly … Continue reading

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Thai Coconut Carrot Soup

★★★★★ Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 3 hours Difficulty: Easy Servings: 8 INGREDIENTS 1 tbsp oil 1 small onion peeled and diced 2.5 lb carrots peeled and diced 2 cups vegetable broth 2 cups canned coconut milk 2 garlic cloves minced 3 Tbsp Thai red curry paste 2 T bsp fresh lime juice 1 tsp … Continue reading

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Southern-Spiced Chicken, Potato Salad, Green Beans with Maple Syrup and Red Pepper

INGREDIENTS Chicken 2 Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts 1 Tbsp Southern Spice Blend (Onion Powder, Garlic Powder, Ground Yellow Mustard, Smoked Paprika & Cayenne Pepper) ¼ tsp Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Potatoes ¾ lb Golden Or Red Potatoes 1 Tbsp Dijon Mustard 1 Tbsp rice wine vinegar … Continue reading

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Steve’s Healthy Egg Salad

INGREDIENTS 3 hard boiled eggs 1/4 cup 2% milkfat Greek yogurt 1 Tbsp pickle relish 1 Tbsp stone ground mustard 1/2 tablespoon dill 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1/8 cup chopped red onion Chopped chives (to taste) Salt and pepper (to taste) DIRECTIONS Cut up the hardboiled eggs.  Combine all ingredients and … Continue reading

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Steve’s Creamy Cucumber & Radish Salad

INGREDIENTS 1/2 English cucumbers, sliced 6 radishes, sliced 2 Tbsp plain non-fat Greek yogurt or sour cream tablespoon rice wine vinegar 1 tsp fresh chopped dill Salt and pepper to taste DIRECTIONS Peel the cucumbers as desired. Thinly slice. Do the same to the … Continue reading

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Dani’s Vegetarian Lasagna

Ingredients: About 9 Pasta sheets (make your own or use fresh pasta from Whole Foods) 1 15oz package of part skim ricotta cheese 3/4 cup mozzarella  1/4 cup parmesan  1 egg Approximately 4 cups of fresh spinach 2 or 3 … Continue reading

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Linda’s Onion Soup

Ingredients for the Soup 2            Vidalia sweet onions (large), sliced into crescents about 1/4″ thick 1 tbs       Butter 1 tbs       Olive oil 1/2 tsp    Sugar 2 tbs       Flour … Continue reading

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Linda’s Carrot Ginger Soup

This is very easy and forgiving.   The recipe is easily halved. Melt (3) TBS Butter in soup pot. Peel and chop (6 -7) Large Carrots and add to pot on low/medium heat. Peel and chop (1-2) Medium Onions and add to pot.  (I had a … Continue reading

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Alcorn McBride Christmas Cheese Bread Recipe

In a small pot scald (means heat to just barely bubbling):    1 1/2  cups    Milk    Whilst heating milk, grate and toss with a small amount of flour:        6 oz          Extra … Continue reading

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Hiroshima Style Okonomiyaki by Loretta Kwan

NOTE: There is enough batter for 2 okonomiyakis. In the insta story, I cooked one noodle and okonomiyaki at a time once I started frying half the batter. Ingredients: 2 Mama Ramen (pork flavor) 3 eggs (1 for batter, 1 … Continue reading

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Online Wine Tasting – Mondays

Since we can’t come to the wine, the wine will have to come to us. Starting June 8, We’ll meet on Zoom and chat about the wines. AlanDaniHunterJimJoeLianaLorenMartinMikeSteve Please put the week’s white in your fridge at least 24 hours … Continue reading

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Online Wine Tasting – Wednesdays

Since we can’t come to the wine, the wine will have to come to us. Starting May 6, every week I’ll do an online tasting with bottles of wine in cases I’ve distributed to eleven friends: AlanAlexHunterJimJoeJustinLianaLorenMartinMikeScottSteve We’ll meet on … Continue reading

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