Wow - I can't believe I haven't written all month! Between the Chagim and work it's been a little crazy. There are definitely some cool wines that I have sampled that I will have to try and write up - but for now, let's stick to the topic at hand - this month's RCC. The … Continue reading RCC Israel # 25 – Cheshvan 5779
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RCC Israel #22 – Av 5778
As Ashkenazic customs of the 9 days prohibit the consumption of wine even on Rosh Chodesh Av we had the RCC brought forward by a couple of days to accommodate. While every dish that we had was wonderful (and beautifully plated), the clear star of the night for me was the dual preparation of Flat … Continue reading RCC Israel #22 – Av 5778
RCC Israel #21
This month Bracha cooked solo as Uri is off traveling with his lovely wife - and she did a wonderful job as usual. My favorite dish of the night was the corn gnocchi served on a puree of lamb bacon and greens topped with a sous vide egg - excellent stuff! My thanks to Andy … Continue reading RCC Israel #21
RCC Israel #16
Our all Israeli RCC -Israel Shvat is a wrap - and it was spectacular! The food of Bracha Arnold has really never been better - every single bite was delicious. We also had some excellent surprises from the "bonus" bottles that were brought by participants - including a first taste of the new 2017 Latour … Continue reading RCC Israel #16
RCC Israel # 14
Crazy night this was. The food rocked as always thanks to Uri Zaltzman & Bracha Arnold. My thanks to Penina & Jack Kustanowitz for hosting an unruly bunch of drunks. And the wines - well first the bad - we had 4 flawed bottles 2 of which were corked (TCA) and 2 of which probably … Continue reading RCC Israel # 14
RCC Israel # 13
Bracha was back in the kitchen this month with Uri - and the weather cooperated. We had some excellent food - with a great take on Goose Breast - and of course another spectacular desert! Wines were again incredible - the Frere Robaire was the winner for me followed by the Herzog, Special Edition, Cabernet Sauvignon, … Continue reading RCC Israel # 13
RCC Israel #11
So for the first time both of our wonderful chef's were unable to cook so we ventured out into the wild and ended up at Kinor Bakikar, located in Kikar Hamuzika in Jerusalem. While no where near as creative as what we usually get, the food and service were both outstanding and we will likely … Continue reading RCC Israel #11
RCC Israel #7
RCC Israel Shevat 5777 was held on January 29th 2017 in Jerusalem. The food at these things just keeps on getting better and better. With a last minute cancellation and a mistakenly swapped bottle, the lineup in the menu did not match the final lineup. Very abbreviated impressions follow. Chodesh Tov! Golan Heights Winery, Yarden, … Continue reading RCC Israel #7
RCC Israel #3
RCC Israel #3 in honor of Av 5776 took place on August 16th, 2016. The evening was plagued with logistical issues - the host and 2 attendees canceled last minute necessitating a last minute scramble for replacements. But the evening ended up being a success. As always, my informal notes follow. Golan Heights Winery, Gamla, Brut, … Continue reading RCC Israel #3
RCC Israel #1
Our first RCC Israel was held on June 5th, 2016*. The food was excellent. My very abbreviated and informal notes on the wines were as follows: Ella Valley Vineyards, Vineyards Choice , Petite Syrah, 2008 - died in the glass within 5 minutes - but it was likely a bad bottle. Need to retry. Carmel Limited … Continue reading RCC Israel #1