Meet the newest tool in the hand-powered arsenal at Hounds in the Kitchen: A cider press! Charlie of Windy Hill Apple Farm had this press on display with a for-sale sign the last time we visited. I immediately recognized it as a well maintained machine for a good price. We debated for a few...
Read more →Part of the purpose of Hounds in the Kitchen is to advocate for local foods and local eating. ‘Local‘ is subjective and prone to green-washing as are so many other terms. With the advent of Local Foods Week coming soon (see below), now is a good time to talk about what is local. Some...
Read more →In late 2007 we decided to start a blog about All American Alcohols. It was our resolution to drink only american made spirits for 2008. The resolution only lasted until April, and the blog petered our in May. You can read the old posts by clicking on the category ‘all american alcohols’ to the...
Read more →Work is too crazy and we don’t have time to keep up with this blog. We’re still trying to drink local, but this will be the last blog post. Take it easy.
Read more →We haven’t posted in a while because of illness and a busy schedule. On a brighter note, I will be in Florida all next week on business (West Palm Beach). Anyone got suggestions for a good local hooch? Post an idea or send it to alex@bayinghound.com. What am I drinking right now? Bulleit Bourbon....
Read more →The folks at 100 mile diet just posted a story about a new/old trend in Europe to ship wines by sail boat. This is how ancient wines were transported, of course. Some winemakers are reviving the trend to reduce their environmental impact (and shipping costs, presumably) by eliminating petroleum transportation fuel. We say, “Fantastic!”...
Read more →Busy times here so no detailed post, but here’s what we’ve been drinking the past few days: Sam Adams Winter Lager – we look forward to this crisp rich brew every year Full Sail Amber – the only interesting beer in a gas station on our way to Athens Sunday. Alex says “makes helluva...
Read more →Tonight we are comparing three stout beers: Rogue Chocolate Stout (Oregon), Bell’s Special Double Cream Stout (Michigan), and Goose Island Oatmeal Stout (Illinois). Why these three? They were the only stouts available tonight at the unusually understocked Pace Hi, our nearest fine beer carryout. First Impressions (head, aroma, and color) Rogue: Clean chocolate smell....
Read more →Intuit (makers of Turbo Tax and Quickbooks) is running a contest for small business owners. The winners will receive $50,000 in start up money and other prizes. Unfortunately we did not hear about it in time to enter. However, a friend and mentor, Alissa DeRouchie, did enter and is in the final five! The...
Read more →We do NOT support alcohol abuse. We do believe in drinking responsibly. Alcohol may be good for your health in moderation. However, just one drink of alcohol can cause impairment. We like to drink locally and just walk home. We believe that drinkers should designate a sober driver when needing transportation to and from...
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