STRONG WATER
“Strong Water: Tales of a Master Sommelier’s Life in Food, Wine, and Restaurants” offers a captivating journey through the world of wine and culinary experiences. Tim Gaiser, a renowned Master Sommelier, shares his entertaining and insightful stories from decades in the industry. This collection of essays covers:
- Humorous restaurant experiences and memorable wine encounters
- The evolution of a professional wine taster’s palate
- Behind-the-scenes looks at the life of a sommelier
- Unforgettable travel adventures in wine regions around the globe
- Reflections on the connections between music, food, and wine
With wit and wisdom, Gaiser demystifies the world of fine wine while celebrating the joys of sharing a great meal. Whether you’re a wine enthusiast or simply enjoy a good story, “Strong Water” provides a delightful blend o f humor, expertise, and passion for the finer things in life.
STRONG WATER
“Strong Water: Tales of a Master Sommelier’s Life in Food, Wine, and Restaurants” offers a captivating journey through the world of wine and culinary experiences. Tim Gaiser, a renowned Master Sommelier, shares his entertaining and insightful stories from decades in the industry. This collection of essays covers:
- Humorous restaurant experiences and memorable wine encounters
- The evolution of a professional wine taster’s palate
- Behind-the-scenes looks at the life of a sommelier
- Unforgettable travel adventures in wine regions around the globe
- Reflections on the connections between music, food, and wine
With wit and wisdom, Gaiser demystifies the world of fine wine while celebrating the joys of sharing a great meal. Whether you’re a wine enthusiast or simply enjoy a good story, “Strong Water” provides a delightful blend o f humor, expertise, and passion for the finer things in life.
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Terroir redefined
One night at the Cypress Club, I was assigned to work a party in the private dining room. The guests comprised three families with little kids who were staying at a nearby hotel. The kid part was unusual because the restaurant was known as a night spot.
Restaurant Nightmare No. 1
Working in the restaurant business for any length of time will inevitably lead to restaurant nightmares. One of the common themes is “being in the weeds.” Overwhelmed to the extent that there is no hope for survival, much less recovery.
The Perils of Showering on the Road
One of the unexpected challenges of traveling over the years is having to deal with countless hotel room showers. Other than remembering the room number, the single most important thing I had to figure out about a new hotel room was how the shower worked.