I'm sorry for the James Bond references, but the first time I'd ever heard of this drink was when Pierce Brosnan was drinking it whilst priming Halle Berry Brisbane
Friday, 28 October 2011
Wednesday, 26 October 2011
Not just another food blog
“Another food blog?” you might ask. Perhaps you may even express yourself in stronger terms; “another dirge of gastronomic pretention?”
Well if this makes me a wanker, then so be it, for I must confess that food blogs are a guilty pleasure (that and pork crackling that comes in packets). It is therefore the opinion of the authors that we join the fraternity. This blog will hopefully provide a worthwhile distraction from university study- so please continue visiting, so that even if our GPAs decline, we have achieved some value.
However, the true pushing point into this venture was when New Corp decided to charge for its online edition of The Australian. Shame! Not only can one no longer access pointless galleries such as Stiletto Stumbles (yes, they actually compiled photos of models who have stacked it on the catwalk), but food editor John Lethlean's reviews are now strictly off limits (I note that I could just pay for the subscription, but who wants to pay for something that used to be free!).
The light of your Tuesdays may now also be stripped away - we hope you enjoy this instead ... every day of the week!
Well if this makes me a wanker, then so be it, for I must confess that food blogs are a guilty pleasure (that and pork crackling that comes in packets). It is therefore the opinion of the authors that we join the fraternity. This blog will hopefully provide a worthwhile distraction from university study- so please continue visiting, so that even if our GPAs decline, we have achieved some value.
However, the true pushing point into this venture was when New Corp decided to charge for its online edition of The Australian. Shame! Not only can one no longer access pointless galleries such as Stiletto Stumbles (yes, they actually compiled photos of models who have stacked it on the catwalk), but food editor John Lethlean's reviews are now strictly off limits (I note that I could just pay for the subscription, but who wants to pay for something that used to be free!).
The light of your Tuesdays may now also be stripped away - we hope you enjoy this instead ... every day of the week!
The Dry Martini: a show of sophistication or unbridled wankery?
Ian Fleming has given this wonderfully satisfying drink an aura of smug. The image of Roger Moore standing by the bar, concubine and martini in hand, wearing his best contemptuous expression sticks in my memory. Mind you, I was really only put off by the thought of drinking nearly straight vodka – we all know we wanted to be just like him.
But the poor dry martini has been thoroughly misrepresented. Underneath the cool veneer lies a drink of unmatched sophistication, with a wealth of adaptability to (almost) any palate. Allow me the pleasure of walking through my favourite martini, the 1920s classic.
Welcome!
Welcome one and all to San-Joe's and William's food and beverage blog!
Admittedly, whilst it is the brainchild of San-Joe's, we are very passionate about what we eat and drink; in fact, so passionate that we thought we'd write about it. Let us tell you a bit about what A Foodie and a Drunkard is all about.
The Foodie: San-Joe Tan
San-Joe is a self-confessed foodie. You'll find him on a mid-week afternoon watching Ready Steady Cook followed by The Cook and The Chef; he adores Nigella and loves to cook and eat interesting things. San-Joe also likes to dine out - a lot. You can expect plenty of reviews of the hot culinary spots in Brisbane and beyond, as well as recipe suggestions and some background information on his favourate dishes.
The Drunkard: Will Macintosh
Will loves a drink. And not in an alcoholic kind of way ... well maybe slightly, but at least he likes a classier drink. An amateur mixologist and pure traditionalist, Will will tell you all about his favourite cocktails, wine and beer, as well as documenting visits to some of Brisbane's best (and worst) bars.
I hope you enjoy our musings - keep checking back for regular updates!
Admittedly, whilst it is the brainchild of San-Joe's, we are very passionate about what we eat and drink; in fact, so passionate that we thought we'd write about it. Let us tell you a bit about what A Foodie and a Drunkard is all about.
The Foodie: San-Joe Tan
San-Joe is a self-confessed foodie. You'll find him on a mid-week afternoon watching Ready Steady Cook followed by The Cook and The Chef; he adores Nigella and loves to cook and eat interesting things. San-Joe also likes to dine out - a lot. You can expect plenty of reviews of the hot culinary spots in Brisbane and beyond, as well as recipe suggestions and some background information on his favourate dishes.
The Drunkard: Will Macintosh
Will loves a drink. And not in an alcoholic kind of way ... well maybe slightly, but at least he likes a classier drink. An amateur mixologist and pure traditionalist, Will will tell you all about his favourite cocktails, wine and beer, as well as documenting visits to some of Brisbane's best (and worst) bars.
I hope you enjoy our musings - keep checking back for regular updates!
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