Kristy Brooks, Sommelier, Artist, Entrepreneur
Last September I was very lucky to have been invited to the Films Without Borders festival in Berlin. Actually, the festival is located it a charming lakeside village called Bad Saarow, well outside of the metropolis. Berlin, from what I understand, is a sort of a Mecca for film festivals, and although this one is... Continue Reading →
There are a countless number of snails here in the far eastern part of Mallorca, Spain, also known as Mallorca Llevant. The poor things are everywhere constantly searching for food and company, and all too often finding a terrible fate. They are a delicacy here in Mallorca, as they are quite delicious, so every year thousands end... Continue Reading →
Now this is whimsical indeed! Hosted by Laura Lockington and myself, we are delighted to announce that Chef Kanthi Thamma of The Spice Circuit is coming to Artá to do a pop-up gourmet, Southern Indian, 6-course dinner right here in my own garden! While he is in the kitchen performing his magic, I will be... Continue Reading →
(Desplácese mas abajo para la versión en Castellano) This is a remarkable Rosé! I have decided that I will only post wine reviews for wines that I like and would honestly recommend. For 2 reasons, the first and most important being that I like to say positive things and I was taught that if you... Continue Reading →
Atención Restaurantes y bares en Mallorca! ¡Esta temporada turística ha comenzado y este año intentemos hacer las cosas de manera diferente! Más amable con el medio ambiente, por ejemplo! Hace poco tuve una conversación con el dueño de un restaurante en Santa Catalina sobre su problema con la paja de plástico. Sí, es una problema.... Continue Reading →
Long story short, dogs that bite get rejected by dog groomers. For some dogs, going to the groomers is like going to the dentist for people like me. A stranger coming at you with sharp objects is rater unpleasant. If you have a dog that you feel needs regular grooming, its probably best to... Continue Reading →
I recently painted this portrait of Leonardo DiCaprio. I found an ad from a magazine and it was dark and sort of haunting so I added color and fun. The apple just wanted to be there. Kind of like a cherry on top of an ice cream Sunday. ESP: Recientemente pinté este retrato de... Continue Reading →
Vino Rosado DO Penedes - D.V. Masia Freyé Syrah/Sumoll 0,75L 2016 Tis the season of pink wine and lingering sunshiny lunches! Personally, I am a very difficult person to impress when it comes to pink wines. More often than not they are too sweet and way overboard on fruitiness, strawberry usually,... Continue Reading →
I call her 'Dreamer'. The original is mounted on canvas and having on the wall in my bedroom. I find something very soothing about her. I've made her available to order as a poster or a pillow through my online shop (just trying it out) on Shopify, via and app called Printful that prints up... Continue Reading →
Wine, Whims, & World Views 