by Gabe Carlin | Aug 30, 2015 | Blog, Coffee, Oxbow in the News
Ritual Coffee Roasters has unveiled a new nitrogen infused, kegge cold brew coffee service, made with Hacienda Carmona single origin coffee from Guatemala. Whereas the process of cooling hot brewed coffee to make iced coffee can change both flavor characteristics and...
by Gabe Carlin | Aug 10, 2015 | Blog, Food, Oxbow in the News
What better way to enjoy a cool breakfast or lunch, than with a delicious BLAT — bacon, lettuce, avocado and tomato. But not just any BLAT, one made on The Model Bakery’s famous English muffin! Model now offers a toasted English muffin with basil aioli,...
by Gabe Carlin | Aug 6, 2015 | Blog, Food, Oxbow in the News
Bread, glorious bread is celebrated this month as August is National Sandwich Month. Cate & Co. is delighted about this as they are all about breads, in all shapes, forms and flavors; and with bread come sandwiches. Thanks to the fourth Earl of Sandwich in...
by Gabe Carlin | Jul 23, 2015 | Beer, Blog, Food, Meat, Oxbow in the News
What’s better with your favorite frosty beverage than a sausage hot off the grill? The Fatted Calf has many beer-friendly meaty eats on its menu but a favorite is the Craft Beer Link made this week with the rich and malty Drakonic Imperial Stout from Drake’s Brewing...
by Gabe Carlin | Jul 13, 2015 | Blog, Cocktails, Oxbow in the News
Just in time for the dog days of summer, Napa Valley Distillery (NVD) has bottled its ever popular brandy mint julep. In 1803, the Mint Julep was described as a “dram of spirituous liquor that has mint in it, taken by Virginians in the morning.” The first Mint Juleps...
by Gabe Carlin | Jul 1, 2015 | Blog, Food, Holidays, Oxbow in the News
Be sure to stop by The Olive Press to grab some artisanal mustard to complement your 4th of July Menu! While you’re at it, pick up some dipping oil for an easy marinade, tapenade for a quick appetizer, and almonds for the perfect snack! –