Grape expectations

Article Abstract:

Much is known about Charles Dickens' wine collection that was auction in 1870 after his death. The Dickens House Museum in London is discussed, along with specific wines owned by Dickens and a book called 'Drinking with Dickens' by Cedric Dickens, the author's great-grandson.

United Kingdom, Biography, Collections and collecting, Dickens, Charles, Literary landmarks

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Weekly world wines: on Monday nights, 12 Pittsburgh professionals put aside business for their grape flannel suits

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The Grape Gustation Group meets each Monday from Sep to May to taste wines. The members take turns hosting events and they have a buffet each month. Several members of the group are discussed, along with some of the wines they have enjoyed.

Social aspects, Associations, Wine tasting, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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If this is Monday, this must be Petrus

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A journalist had an opportunity to enjoy a six-course meal prepared by chef Christian Delouvrier at the fine Manhattan restaurant Les Celebrites. He describes the good company, the food and the wines served, which included several Bordeaux.

Personal narratives, Appreciation, Food, Wine and food, Manhattan, New York, New York, French restaurants

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