Repeal Day, Dec. 5
Mark your calendars. December 5th marks the 75th anniversary of the repeal of Prohibition. Sip a glass of wine, maybe a cocktail and give thanks that even the state of Utah came to its senses and voted to repeal Prohibition. Can you imagine that we have Utah to thank for being able to enjoy some Syrah? Utah was the state that gave us the necessary three quarters majority needed to overturn the Volstead Act.
Take a look here for more information on Repeal Day.
I’m researching how to make my own gin….I’ve been wanting a still for years…..
That looks like a mighty fine Manhattan, the porcini look tasty, and I’m looking forward to the white truffle reports.
President-elect Obama can’t become president fast enough, as far as we’re concerned…it looks like we won’t have to move to Italy just yet, but who knows…