Feb/100
Pairing Pizza & Wine
How to Pair Wine & Pizza…
A funny video from Gary V. of winelibrary.com.
Cheers!
-Kevin
Jan/100
Bogle Cabernet Sauvignon 2007
Bogle Cab is always a solid choice. At $11 per bottle, you cannot go wrong.
Cabernet Sauvignon is a grape that takes its own sweet time, slowly lingering to ripen on the vine. We are rewarded by its reluctance. Overwhelming cherry and vivid plums create a welcome first impression, while touches of green tea leaves and leather nestle themselves among the spicy, saucy fruit. Fourteen months in American barrels have produced touches of melted caramel and white pepper. With well-integrated tannins and a rich and round finish, this wine will be a favorite for years to come.
“Here’s a stellar example of how a really good cabernet can be made without gouging the consumer. This is a dry, elegant and rich wine, with firm tannins housing flavors of blackberries, currants, herbs, spices and smoky cedar wood. It’s a terrific value.”
90 Points
Wine Enthusiast
Cheers!
-Kevin
Dec/090
College Bowl Season – The 2nd Tier Games You Shouldn’t Miss
Yes, 34 football bowl games is a bit much. I agree with many folks who think that their should be a college football playoff. Why should TCU, Boise State, and Cincinnati be penalized…it has got to change…
With only 3 weeks of college football, you want to make sure that you see some of the 2nd tier games. In the video below, I review a few games you shouldn’t miss.
Hope you enjoyed the video. Happy Bowl Season!
Cheers!
-Kevin
PS-How would it feel to watch football game, with a Bene pizza?
Dec/090
Allegrini Valpolicella 2008 | Review by Bene Gourmet Pizza
Allegrini Valpolicella 2008 – Review by Bene Gourmet Pizza.
Perfect with one of our meat pies!
Cheers!
-Kevin
Dec/090
Civil War – It’s Going To Be Fantastic!
Go Ducks!!!
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http://blog.oregonlive.com/pac10/2009/12/pac-10_football_its_finally_ga.html
Pac-10 football: It’s finally game day, and time to enjoy the biggest Civil War ever. News, notes & links
By Ken Goe, The Oregonian
December 03, 2009, 8:55AM
Thomas Boyd/The OregonianBlake Ferras and Will Tukuafu combine to sack Arizona quarterback Nick Foles. The Ducks need to get an effective pass rush on Oregon State’s Sean Canfield.Oregon and Oregon State have played 112 of these things, never for the kind of winner-take-all stakes riding tonight on No. 113.
The winner goes to the Rose Bowl, the loser drops to also-ran status. In Oregon’s case, that would be the Holiday Bowl. For Oregon State, it almost certainly means the Las Vegas Bowl.
I’m tired of the taunts, the trash talk, the analysis, the this-tailback-is-better-than-that-quarterback talk that we’ve endured for the past 11 days. Let’s let the two teams get it on and settle things on the field.
I think both teams are very good, particularly offensively. I like either team’s chance in the Rose Bowl against Ohio State.
I love to watch Oregon State tailback Jacquizz Rodgers turn what should be a one-yard loss into a seven-yard gain. I love watching Jeremiah Masoli operate the Ducks’ slick spread option.
I hope the two teams combine to put on a good show, and the game equals the build-up. I join with The Oregonian’s John Canzano in hoping a few drunken fans don’t spoil things with loutish behavior in the stands.
I’ll be helping to cover the game, along with most of the rest of The Oregonian sports staff, and will be filing periodic updates at twitter.com/KenGoe.
Time to sit back, buckle up and enjoy.
More links:
Great profile here of Mike Riley, and why his roots in the rivalry run deep, by The Oregonian’s Mike Tokito.
APLatu Moala and David Pa’Aluhi combine to stop Washington State’s Dwight Tardy, with Pa’Aluhi losing his helmet. The Oregon State defense has a big task tonight against Oregon’s explosive spread.My column in this morning’s Oregonian: The way to stop the Ducks is shut down the option and make Masoli throw from the pocket. Easy to say, hard to do.
OSU defensive coordinator Mark Banker never will forget the 2008 Civil War.
Nick Daschel of Buster Sports says the Beavers will win.
Jon Wilner of the San Jose Mercury News takes OSU (plus the points).
Beavers know they will have to be disciplined on defense.
OSU’s five keys to winning the game.
Beavers say they’re revved up and ready to play.
OSU’s Taylor Kavanaugh: Winning football takes a program-wide effort.
Sean Canfield’s philosophy prof has divided loyalties.
In-depth with the Beavers with Paul Buker.
In-depth with the Beavers with Cliff Kirkpatrick.
Lindsay Schnell on Oregon State’s recruiting.
Chip Kelly’s all-business approach pays off for the Ducks.
Ted Miller of ESPN.com says the Ducks will win.
Chris Dufresne of the Los Angeles Times says the winner will go to the Rose Bowl and the loser back to Corvallis.
Kelly says “all systems are go” as Oregon wraps up preparations.
Analyst Ken Woody says OSU’s fly sweep stresses Oregon’s outside linebackers.
UO defensive coordinator Nick Aliotti is hoping to at least slow down the Beavers.
Ducks talk about what it will take to win.
The Supwitchugirl phenomenon continues; T-shirts sell faster than they can be printed.
Another note here on the Oregon Ducks. And here is one on Oregon’s all-academic players.
In-depth with the Ducks with Rob Moseley.
Lindsay Schnell on Oregon’s recruiting.
Throw-away facts about the Civil War.
This Civil War is great for the teams, great for the state.
Bud Withers of the Seattle Times: Civil War matches two good coaches.
Dave Boling of the Tacoma News Tribune: Oregon vs. Oregon State for the Rose Bowl? Who would have believed it?
Strutting around campus dressed in the rival’s colors is a magnet for abuse.
USC left tackle Charles Brown is a gentle giant.
Quarterbacks coach Jeremy Bates could bail from USC after one season.
USC fullback Stanley Havili says he’ll come back for his senior season.
Arizona could take the next step by beating the Trojans.
Will this be Husky QB Jake Locker’s last game? Not even his family knows.
Returning for his senior season could cost Locker a bundle.
UW center Ryan Tolar could miss the Cal game.
Huskies weigh the risks of going airborne the way Jahvid Best did.
In-depth with the Huskies with Bob Condotta.
Cal is probably bound for the Sun Bowl if the Bears beat Washington and Oregon beats OSU.
UCLA offensive coordinator Norm Chow’s name surfaces at San Jose State.
In-depth with the Cougs with Vince Grippi.
kengoe@news.oregonian.com, 503-221-8040, https//twitter.com/KenGoe
© 2009 OregonLive.com. All rights reserved.
Nov/090
Happy Holidays!
Your friends at Bene Gourmet Pizza wish your family and you a very happy holiday season!
When you are stressed out with errands and shopping, remember what you have!
Cheers!
-Kevin
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Nov/090
Tips for a stress-free Thanksgiving
Hello! I read this article…decided to share!
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MSNBC.com
Tips for a stress-free Thanksgiving
Dr. Joyce Brothers explains how everyone can enjoy this special time
While Thanksgiving is a happy time, full of family, relaxation and reflection, it can also induce stress.
Before the holiday, Dr. Joyce Brothers joined MSNBC’s Natalie Morales on MSNBC Live to discuss how families and individuals can best go about keeping their Thanksgiving as stress-free as possible.
Brothers offered five tips to help everyone enjoy the holiday.
1. Don’t fall back into the parent child roles
This means that everyone needs to get used to the transition to their new role in a growing family, Brothers said.
“There’s such a temptation for grandma or grandpa to criticize how you’re taking care of the kids. Don’t do that,” Brothers pointed to as an example.
2. Let the children participate
Brothers noted that it is important to create a feeling of involvement for everyone, especially children.
“Even the little tiny ones can put spoons on the table or put napkins on the table. You don’t want them near the hot stove, but they can draw pictures to put on the refrigerator, they can do placemats, they can do a lot,” she said.
3. Describe what you’re grateful for.
One activity that helps put the holiday in perspective is having each person at Thanksgiving dinner tell others for what they are thankful. This can also help teach children to be grateful, Brothers said.
“What we do in our family is go around the table and each person says what they’re most grateful for this past year,” Brothers said.
4. Swallow your pride and forgive
It’s important not to hold grudges, especially during this time of the year. Thanksgiving provides an opportunity for a fresh start.
“To swallow your pride and forgive somebody, this is a good time to do it,” Brothers said.
5. If you’re alone, volunteer
For those not sharing the holiday with their families, sharing time with those in need can be fulfilling and a way to ease the pain of missing loved ones.
“The idea that people have more problems during holidays is just not true. But there are people who are lonely,” Brothers said. “The best (thing to do) is to give of yourself.”
Most of all, Thanksgiving can be a time for generations to share stories, love and knowledge, Brothers noted.
“The children who learn from older family members – grandma, grandpa – how they dealt with problems and how they overcame them – seem to be less fearful of the future. They know that they can handle whatever comes,” Brothers said.
URL: http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/10072601/
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Good stuff.
A tip from Bene Gourmet Pizza: Rather than stress out the night before Thanksgiving…press the 
button…pick up a pizza from Bene Gourmet Pizza.
Regards,
Kevin
Nov/090
November Special – GYRO PIZZA
Bene Gourmet Pizza
November’s Special Pizza is the Gyro Pizza.
- Olive oil herb sauce
- Mozzarella
- Feta
- Red onions
- Black olives
- Italian Sausage
- Diced cucumbers
- Diced Roma tomatoes
- Drizzled with Ranch.
Who else wants an easy button during the Holidays?
When you are stressed out the night before Thanksgiving and need some help, remember Bene Gourmet Pizza or Bene Food & Friends…dine-in, take-out, and delivery via Pony Express.
Cheers!
-Kevin
Oct/091
Da Vinci DOCG Chianti 2007
Greetings!
I found the Da Vinci Chianti at the Costco in Colorado. For $12 per bottle, it is a steal. 90 points from Wine Enthusiast…not bad!
Fantastic everyday table wine/pizza wine.
Cheers!
-Kevin
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Winemaker’s Notes:
85% Sangiovese, 10% Merlot, 5% Syrah
15% of the wine matured in a combination of new and old French oak barrels
Color: Clear, ruby-red
Bouquet: Aromas of ripe plums, cherries and fresh red fruit accented by peppery notes. Palate: Well balanced and medium weight wine with flavors of ripe plums, cherries and red fruit. Lively with a soft mineral finish and round tannins that linger in a long peppery finish.
Delicious with all starters, pastas and meat dishes. Serve slightly below room temperature (18° C).
Wine Enthusiast:
“What a nice surprise! Here is a rich Chianti with a dark, impenetrable appearance and elegant aromas of spice, bursting red cherry and blueberry preserves. The wine is chewy and soft with loads of pulpy fruit on the close. Pair it with steak or mixed grilled meats.”
90 Points
Oct/090
Salami Supreme – New Special
Bene Gourmet Pizza
Greetings!
This month’s special pizza is the Salami Supreme!
Ingredients:
- Salami
- Pepperoni
- Button Mushrooms
- Black Olives
- Red Onions
This pizza was designed by Kristi, the Oakway Manager.
Give it a try…it is delicious!
Cheers!
-Kevin
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