A suprisingly fun dinner at the mall

Last Wednesday,  DH and I found ourselves at the mall in Robinson at about 7:30 p.m.  After a quick run down of our options in the area, we decided to grab a quick bite at the restaurant inside the mall — Houlihans.
As a general principle, I try to avoid chain restaurants.  Most rely heavily upon [...]

A beer-tastic dinner at Sharp Edge Brasserie

This week, a high school friend posted an offermint link for a deal at Sharp Edge.  The Sharp Edge, for those who aren’t familiar, is a small group of Belgian-themed bar/restaurants in the Pittsburgh area.  Emphasis on the Belgian beer, not as much on the Belgian food.  The deal was a $10 coupon for $20 [...]

Wine Review: Colores Del Sol Malbec 2008 Reserva

The other night, we tried a new wine:  the Colores Del Sol Malbec 2008 Reserva.  My mother and sister got to try it at the state store and liked it.  It was on sale, so mom grabbed a bottle.

I really like Malbecs.  They’re spicy full reds that go well with food.

The Colores Del Sole was [...]