Nov 24, 2019 | cocktails, lists
Even though I am frequently traveling, I do enjoy making cocktails at home. I have a nice selection of liquor, bitters, and mixers, but the tools are key. People have asked me what my favorite cocktail tools are in the past, so I am bringing them to you here. I have... 
Nov 18, 2019 | cocktails, Day Trips from Kansas City, gin, Kansas City, lists, rum, tequila, vodka, whiskey
Although I’ve lived in Kansas City for nearly 18 years, I don’t know that much about its history. While Kansas has always had stricter liquor laws than Missouri, I didn’t know what it was like during prohibition. Kansas enacted prohibition... 
Nov 3, 2019 | cocktails, gin, lists, London, mezcal, tequila, vermouth, whiskey
Home to the famed “Cocktail Week,” London is bursting with incredible bars. Whether you’re a local, or a tourist, you can easily be overwhelmed with choice. While I couldn’t possibly make a dent in trying them all, I did discover several spots... 
Sep 15, 2019 | champagne, cocktails, food, gin, lists, mezcal, rum, Singapore, tequila, vodka, whiskey
With nearly 6 million people living among 280 square miles, it’s not surprising that Singapore has plenty of great bars to choose from. Home to five of the Top 50 Bars in the World, the cocktail community is tight-knit and friendly. We learned of many great... 
Sep 6, 2019 | cocktails, food, Indonesia, lists, tequila
Brian planned a trip to Indonesia for my 40th birthday. Our first stop was in Ubud, which is in the uplands of Bali. It’s quieter than other parts of the island, although plenty of tourists visit, and it is said to be the cultural capital of Bali. I had a... 
Aug 18, 2019 | books, lists
I’m an avid reader and like to set an annual goal for myself. This year, I am trying to read 50 books, last year I read 47. I am a huge fan of tracking all my books on Goodreads. This lets me file away recommendations from people as I hear them, and know what I’ve...
