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Contemporary Poetry Forum, Creative Writing Workshop and Arts Discussion
1lankest wrote:My only question is whether, at times, it is trying to hard. Viscid is, afterall, the first word....
Stranded, on your salt-slick back,
a starfish,
for the cool tide
of morning.
I rather enjoyed the paired 'viscid/roscid' (but I suspect I'll end up outnumbered).
NotQuiteSure wrote:
outpouring ...The use of 'viscid' is perfect and I GET it, but you might reconsider the format. The first three lines would look great on a single line, upping the momentum significantly. It has an Edgar Allan Poe feel. But the line would be too long, so perhaps start with "viscid outpouring".
of the bituminous night. ...Perhaps 'bituminous' is overkill. I see you have mixed reviews on this one but was the night really bituminous? That's literally pitch-black dark, totally dark, without a trace of light. It seems out of kilter with the season. Maybe something to indicate weight or HEAT or both would work. A three syllable alternative would complement the rhythm. EG only "Viscid outpouring/of the ebony night".
An intimate intrusion; this
summer's soft, secreting dark, ...Would "darkness" change your meaning?
seeks thermal equilibrium ...Lots of modifiers by this stage. Could you drop one?
between breath and air. ...Is 'seeks' the right word? Is it seeking? Could these two lines be simplified?
There's a lot for the reader to unravel in S1.
And settles,
as you lie unsettled ...Great two lines.
on the rucked, roscid sheet, ...Is 'roscid' necessary? If you want to maintain the sonics you could try "dank". Have I ever seen 'roscid' before. I can't remember. However, I do like the ruck/rosc consonance more than you might imagine. It's a sonic treat. On balance perhaps you should keep it
that clots to your adhesive skin. ...Not keen on 'adhesive'. Sounds like a bostik instruction.
An unwanted epithelium. ...Why 'epithelium' ? That's very specific. Would "veneer" serve? This must be a reference to starfish anatomy.
Other layers, ...Not sure what these other layers are. I can guess at skin or even covers.
flayed and flung aside, ...I paused at 'flayed'. It's such a powerful word.
congeal on the floor, ...Hmm. The extended metaphor is tricky, at least it is for me. BUT it's keeping me glued.
and in the thickening silence
you hear, or remember,
a voice; petulant, plaintive,
in the oppressive unfairness
of five, and heat, ...Is this five in the morning? Starfish typically have five limbs and like Ros I wondered if this was significant.
and wanting sleep. ...NOW, why 'wanting' when something like "craving" would enhance the frustration. Even 'needing' would up the ante a bit.
Your mother's helpless
frustration; she couldn't control ...Not sure of the semi here.
the weather, you can't turn over. ...A starfish can't turn over but why can't the speaker?
Stranded, on your salt-slick back, ...Nice line.
a starfish,
for the cool tide
of morning. ...The close is very effective.
NotQuiteSure wrote:
I enjoy our exchanges, Not, and this one is no exception. One or two thoughts.
The sonics are excellent throughout btw. Did I mention that?
Thanks for the detailed critique. Very helpful. ...You're more than welcome.
(Deep breath)
You and Ros are right about the opening lines. How about: ...Yes, it reads as a much stronger hook. There's immediacy.
Viscid outpouring
of bituminous night,
An intimate intrusion. This
summer's soft, secreting dark, ...How are you using 'secreting'? I read it as something that oozes or releases. Perhaps drop one of the modifiers to tame the sibilance a tad by separating the repetitive hiss. Eg only "This summer's secreting darkness". Not sure what 'soft' contributes. Even 'sweating darkness' might help to establish the oppressive heat.
seeks thermal equilibrium
between breath and air. ...I get a little confused here. Is it a scientific pointer to "The air, as hot as breath" ? OR it's getting there? OR both? That seems to be the message. Is there a simpler way of keeping the reader on track?
Interesting that you read bituminous as pitch-black (pun intended?) dark/absence of light,
whilst I thought it did convey 'weight or heat or both'. ...I thought of black immediately. Could you add heat to the bitumen?
dark/darkness - I don't think darkness would change the meaning, what's your reasoning here? ...I paused here to make sense of the sentence and don't think 'darkness' would have tripped me as much.
'seeks' - I think it is the right word, most texts that I've read about thermal equilibrium use it. ...So it attempts to warm everything up to the same temperature, thereby achieving thermal equilibrium. I see where you're going with 'thermal equilibrium' so perhaps it's the modifier laden intro' that creates the hitch. The thermal equilibrium is the star of that segment, so maybe, and I stress 'maybe', try not to cloud the issue with a list of descriptors.
'roscid' - this is a case of found it, liked it. ...Fair enough, but it does stop me in my tracks. It feels good, though, almost amusing, in the nicest possible way.
Whereas 'dank' (would rather a two syllable word/phrase here by the way), ...So would I.
clammy, claggy, sodden, moist, etc. simply didn't appeal.
I liked the visual pairing of viscid/roscid and equilibrium/epithelium. ...Can't argue with that, but you have two pairings that will leave a number of readers blank. NOW! Is that a bad thing, I hear you say. I'd say not necessarily, given the scientific bias of your descriptions, BUT is this achieving your goal? Does it show clearly the anguish of the punitive and oppressive heat of this clammy summer's night?
Epithelium - The epidermis of the skin is an epithelial tissue layer that covers the entire body,
forming a barrier between the human body and the environment
'other layers' - yes these are sheets, blankets...whatever your bed linen of choice.
and 'flayed' follows the skin-epithelium line. ...I see the connection with flayed skin, but it's commonly associated with medieval torture. Are the covers flayed or cast aside?
'craving' may enhance the frustration, as you say, but it also suggests passion and yearning,
but this was about N's five-year old self, and (if memory serves) you simply want/don't want (both, at that age are absolutes). ...Fair point. You need to clarify the age in that case because I didn't get five years old from 'five'. Would another age help to move the reader away from the five limbs of the starfish?
You're right about the punctuation, does the revision I made in response to Ros work? (any suggestions appreciated). ..."of five warm years". I also think something about being tangled in the sheets would open this further. EG, "You're tangled in a damp sheet,/stranded on your salt-slick back."
'can't turn over' - see reply to Ros, and if that doesn't satisfy, can you say why?
Thanks again JJ, I appreciate the time you put in to this one.
Regards, Not.
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to label or not to label.
17 July 2009
posted by rachel griffith at 11:04 PM
Labels: peanut gallery
57 comments:
- jaybird said...
who cares about labels you have a bake shop box?? and you haven't shared!!!
- Friday, 17 July, 2009
- Becky said...
Sometimes I pick whether or not I am gonna read that one based on the label. So keep labeling, please. I don't have time to read all, so I read what catches my eyes...and normally I want pics to go with it. Call me a visual learner.
- Saturday, 18 July, 2009
- Rose said...
I always feel like my post isn't complete without a title, and when I go through my blog reader, the title is sometimes what makes me pause and read a blog or skip past it that day (depending on how much time I have as I follow waaaaayy too many!). I say title it if you have a title, and if you don't want to that day then don't. Nothing says it has to be one or the other! P.s. Love the Aviary fabric, I have a charm pack all sectioned out to make your quilted grocery bag holder :)
- Saturday, 18 July, 2009
- kristinorth said...
I like it when you put titles, because it makes it easier to find what I'm looking for when I search through my "starred" posts in google reader! Of course I have a lot of yours starred!
- Saturday, 18 July, 2009
- Michelle said...
I label as well. I haven't really thought about not labelling. I would say label. Sometimes I go back later and want to re-read posts, and the labels help me to remember who wrote what. Whatever you choose to do, I enjoy reading your blog.
- Saturday, 18 July, 2009
- wishes, true and kind said...
I like labels, but I'd read your blog even without them =). Sometimes I forget to put a label on mine, and for some reason it doesn't feel complete, so I go back and add one. Funny.
- Saturday, 18 July, 2009
- Daisy236 said...
I always give my posts a title....I think it completes the post and it helps, (like the other comments) to establish if you want to read further....I love your jelly rolls!
- Saturday, 18 July, 2009
- Donna said...
Rachel Griffith, NOT label? Rachel Griffith miss an opportunity to add some witty piece of pizzazz to her literary efforts? Puh-leeeeze! You know you need to label, Rachel! A lot of the time it keeps us guessing until we've actually read what you wrote. Like this one. I naturally assumed you meant "quilt label" ... and it had nothing to do with that! You're so funny!
- Saturday, 18 July, 2009
- moosecraft said...
I'm thinking the purpose of labeling is so that someone can easily find something they have read in the past? Anyways, I see you have the links to your tutorials on the right, so finding the instructions when I'm ready to play is easy enough that way! Going to try the Christmas table topper soon! (like, hopefully, maybe, before Christmas?!?!?) LOL! :-)
- Saturday, 18 July, 2009
- Kelly O. said...
I haven't even noticed that you don't label your blog posts. It must not matter. I often use labels as a way to introduce.but sometimes it's hard to come up with something catchy.
- Saturday, 18 July, 2009
- Pat said...
From the replies, it seems some are referring to a TITLE for a post....but when I think of "labels", I think of the option that blogspot gives to label your posts with one or more words that categorize the post for you. I do that 99.9% of the time. This makes it easier for ME to go back and FIND a certain post if I want to refer to it again in my blog. So...for me, it's worth it to take the extra few seconds to put labels on my posts. So...if you meant labels (and not TITLES), that is my two-cents' worth on the topic!
- Saturday, 18 July, 2009
- Peanut Blossom said...
I agree with Pat. If you're referring to labels, they help a new reader find similar topics they are interested in if they haven't followed you for a while. I've read back posts on topics to get to know the blogger better and the labels help out a ton in that respect.
- Saturday, 18 July, 2009
- Pumpkin Patch Quilter said...
Hmmm, I don't label, but it's just because when I started blogging (two or three blogs ago - and years) they didn't have the option. I tried once or twice but I always forget so I just don't bother. LOL* But I do use other people's labels once in a while. So I guess it's just up to you.
- Saturday, 18 July, 2009
- Stacey said...
i do not label, it takes up way to much time, and quite frankly i do not see the sense in it for me. i never search for anything that i need labels for.
- Saturday, 18 July, 2009
- paula, the quilter said...
I label. But then I use my blog as a calendar/diary of my quilting journey. Labels are more for me than for my readers. I mainly seem to use them when I am in my 'Dashboard' at 'Edit Posts', because I can click on the label on the left side of the screen and blogger will show only the posts that use that label. So if I am looking for something I don't have to scroll through ALL 800 posts that I have made. HTH.
- Saturday, 18 July, 2009
- Nanci said...
Well I have you on the reader notification. So I know when you have posted and that's the indicator for me...I like to label because it's a starting point for my blog I think.
Now, I posted Work Shop which my sweetie has organized and I don't expect many comments on that. But it's always nice to receive them anyway..
- Saturday, 18 July, 2009
- peaknits said...
I think Labels are a wonderful addition to any quilt - especially if it is a gift - you want to be remembered - and I think it lends an heirloom quality:)
- Saturday, 18 July, 2009
- Jackie said...
I always label, that way if you ever wanted to back and find that post about a certain project, etc, it just makes it easier. But that is my own lowly opinion.
- Saturday, 18 July, 2009
- onlymehere said...
I only label for my own convenience. It helps when I want to refer to a past item or to link someone to it. It just helps me find it easier. I have a personal blog also and it's an absolutely necessity there or I'd never find anything after all this time, LOL! It's not such a big deal on my sewing blog as I just started it and stuff is easier to find right now. Do whatever works for you. I don't think most people notice the title if you use one. Cindy
- Saturday, 18 July, 2009
- Jen of ReannaLily Designs said...
I always label my posts on my design blog. I think it helps me find ideas when I want to reference them.
- Saturday, 18 July, 2009
- Goddess in Progress said...
Labels are not only good for a reader to be able to find an older post. They are also good for "SEO" (search-engine optimization). Basically search engines look at your labels. If your post is well-labeled, you're more likely to get blog traffic from google searches on related topics. So if you label something "quilt, moda aviary, tutorial," then someone googling "I need a tutorial for a moda aviary quilt" is more likely to find you.
This is what happens when you go to a one-day blogging conference: just enough knowledge to be a danger to yourself and others. :-)
Liz @ teeny tiny quilts
- Saturday, 18 July, 2009
- Trisha said...
I say label. I wasn't labeling for about the first year of blogging and ended up going back and labeling everything. It makes it easier for me and my readers to browse my sight or find certain kinds of posts. Like I have a "finished quilts" and "finished knitting" labels so that if someone wants to just see my completed work they can do that. I find it very helpful to have labels.
- Saturday, 18 July, 2009
- Strlady said...
I like labels because it unites posts that have a common theme. the key is to finding the right labels for your posts. I am trying to use as little labels as possible. I will name a project from the get go and use the name on the label so I can click o the label and see the progression from stage one. I also use UFO and Completed, then there is the universal Life label for my non-quilty venting. It's all about personal choice. Either way, remember there is no Blog police!
- Saturday, 18 July, 2009
- blushing rose said...
Yes, we do so that it is easy to reference them for future interest in our files. TTFN~ Marydon
- Saturday, 18 July, 2009
- Dianah said...
I don't lable. Really I don't need to add one more thing to my list of stuff to do. I notice that people lable but I have never used them. I figure it is my blog I don't have to if I don't want to.
- Saturday, 18 July, 2009
- Anina said...
Sometimes I label, sometimes I don't. I do find that labeling helps me find older posts I did on a subject when I want to refer back to them or just check the progress I made on one of my long term projects.
- Saturday, 18 July, 2009
- Emily said...
I only label because me and my sisters post about diverse things, but if we were say, only making quilts, etc. I don't think we would. No need.
- Saturday, 18 July, 2009
- Sara said...
I label my posts, because I think it helps my readers navigate my blog easily ... especially if they are new!
- Saturday, 18 July, 2009
- Dawn said...
I can barely get a post up...who has time to label? Do people actually go back to read old posts?
- Saturday, 18 July, 2009
- Niki :-) said...
i have been labeling for a while now, for my own purposes really...if I want to look at ONLY my quilt posts, then there i find it. Do what is right for YOU, no one else ;) hugs girly!
- Saturday, 18 July, 2009
- Micki said...
I like labels and I use them all the time. it is preference, I guess.
- Saturday, 18 July, 2009
- amylouwho said...
I didn't read all of the comments, so this may be a repeat, buuuuut, I like labeling for my own purposes. Then when I try and find a post about a bag I made, I can click on bags and it narrows down the field if I can't remember when I wrote it. I wish I had been more selective and concise when I started labeling so I didn't have so many different categories, but it's a work in progress. I think if you a new reader comes to visit it's a nice way for them to read by subject if they want. And yes, sometimes labeling can be funny!
- Saturday, 18 July, 2009
- Allie said...
I don't label. I'm just to lazy for it!
- Saturday, 18 July, 2009
- Candace said...
Hi Rachel, I've never labeled, but a while back I wanted a friend to see some of the house posts...I think it would have helped if I'd had labels....tried to figure out how, but came to a dead end!
- Saturday, 18 July, 2009
- DIDI said...
I always label because if anyone is looking for a particular project they will find it easier with a label (presuming someone could find something in my blog interesting lol)
Anyways, I couldn't care less is you label or not because I will still read your blog, and will be more than happy reading it over again if I had to lol
- Saturday, 18 July, 2009
- Annie of Blue Gables said...
I like to label, later when I am looking something up, I can go to my labels and type that in, then all those posts with that label come up. It is good for my references.
- Saturday, 18 July, 2009
- Magnolia Bay Quilts said...
Most of the time I just forget. Whether you label or not, I still love reading your blog!
- Saturday, 18 July, 2009
- Lauren said...
Eh... sometimes it helps when you are looking for like a tutorial or something.. but its all good!
- Saturday, 18 July, 2009
- Lisa @celebrate CREATIVITY said...
I think labeling is useful because anything you can do to help your visitors find info they're looking for is a good thing.
- Saturday, 18 July, 2009
- Chase said...
I prefer labeling because it is a very useful tool for myself. Whenever I visit other people's blog. I look up their labels and find the one that I am looking for.
quilting, sewing in particular.
- Sunday, 19 July, 2009
- Amanda said...
I've had my blog for a while. When I first started labeling, the sidebar showed every single label I had for every single post. It wasn't very pretty, so I took it off.
I need to do some "housecleaning" on my blog, and maybe I will try labeling everything again. I do like labels, and it does make it easier for people to find posts that are of interest to them.
- Sunday, 19 July, 2009
- ~Michelle~ said...
labels help those of us with feed readers (Google Reader) click through to your post to leave comments - makes it very easy
- Sunday, 19 July, 2009
- Carrie P. said...
I don't know what labeling is so I can't give you an opinion. I guess I more to learn.
- Sunday, 19 July, 2009
- Karen said...
Hi R, I don't label because I don't know how and haven't taken the time to learn...I think they are handy, tho'. Maybe if someone figures out how to get more hours out of a day then I'll be able to add them to my blog...Love your blog either way;)
- Sunday, 19 July, 2009
- dotti white said...
I like labels but Rachel, I would read your blog anyway!
- Sunday, 19 July, 2009
- Holly said...
Labels are a must. Especially if you want people searching for things like you post to find your blog.
- Monday, 20 July, 2009
- Jodi@SimplyThisThat n.. said...
Labels are my friend. And IMHO they should be EVERY BLOGGERS friend. My 3 biggest pet peeves of blogging: No Labels. Grrrr. No-Reply Comment. Grrrr. Word Verification. Grrrr. I feel ALL Blogs should be labeled. Everyone should have an email associated with their blog. ESPECIALLY if they're going to ask questions. And I know several bloggers that won't leave a comment if there is word verification. Labels are quick and easy and painless to do and make it so much nicer for your readers. That's what me thinks anyway.
- Monday, 20 July, 2009
- Anonymous said...
I'll read your post with or without labels...yours and Camille's are the two I check every day...
- Monday, 20 July, 2009
- Quilt Nut said...
i label. i find it easier than if i'm looking for something on my blog. but i don't do what i call over labeling. i've seen some blogs that label the post(quilting) fabric(moda) pattern(pinwheel) but than it would make things even easier to search for. hmmmmmm
- Tuesday, 21 July, 2009
- sewtakeahike said...
hi Rachel, my two cents is I label because it's easier to find my posts later on. typepad calls them "categories" and I have them listed on my sidebar. I get a lot of clicks on my blog each day on the the different categories (I guess because people are looking for something specific). hope that helps!
- Tuesday, 21 July, 2009
- Kritta22 said...
I label because I like to reference posts before so i don't have to repeat myself. *I haven't done it in awhile but it's nice to have when I do.
And for like Connor's journal, when I print off the blog, I'll just go through the Connor labels and see what happened.
I'm surprised with your OCDness that you even have to ponder this! :)
- Wednesday, 22 July, 2009
- Shasta said...
Someone had just posted a finished quilt this morning, and I checked out her label about that quilt to see if she had mentioned the name of the pattern, designer, etc. I think labels come in handy.
I really like labeling my posts - when I made a long term quilt, it was wonderful to click on the label and see that I was truly making progress - that it wasn't as slow as it seemed. And seeing all those progress pictures was a really nice sight. It also helps me see when the last time was that I finished something.
- Thursday, 23 July, 2009
- lambie-pie said...
I like labels, when I go to a new blog I like to be able to just click on "quilting" and see all the person's quilt projects instead of scrolling back forever. I just went back and labeled all my posts to the beginning, since I didn't used to label.
- Sunday, 26 July, 2009
- gaylen said...
I like labels. They make it easier for me to go back and find all my "same" entries. I try and keep mine rather generic with the occassional "project specific" label when the project is going to take awhile. g
- Thursday, 30 July, 2009
- Rachel Locke said...
I don't normallt label my posts. Sometimes can't think of one, others just don't. I do think that labeling helps them be picked up in searches easier. But I could just be making that up.
- Thursday, 30 July, 2009
- teresamnj said...
#2. Love your choice of music!!! I linked your blog to my facebook homepage. Here it is:
- Thursday, 30 July, 2009
- ozjane said...
I like labels as you can tell someone to look through a topic to find something easily.
Saves you having to find where it was and give the link.
It was in the bags or the recipes section. etc
- Monday, 03 August, 2009


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|2 - 7 nights
El Molino del Arroyo is an unusual and beautiful Andalusian Old Mill, recently restored to provide luxury accommodation for up to 12 people, situated in the village of Guajar Faraguit. The feeling of rural/relaxing Spain in this secluded village is the prefect ingredient for a tranquil holiday.
Situated at the edge of a National reserve, the views are stunning with a feeling of being truly away from the world. Nevertheless, the exhilarating towns of Motril and Salobrena with their long beaches on the warm Mediterranean, are only 20 mins drive away, Granada is only 50 mins away with the beautiful Alhambra castle and other historic sites to visit in any season. The snow mountains of Sierra Nevada only just over 1 hour away for skiing during the winter months or for great walks in the summer.
The well kept white village of Guajar Faraguit is part of three villages known as "Los Guajares", with Guajar Fondo and Guajar Alto. They going back to the time of the Moors and you can find plenty of historic walks and sites around.
The village has many facilities, including a Bar Restaurant, Bar Parada; a night Club open Fridays and Saturdays, Aki Mismo; a Bank, Bakery, Doctors, Pharmacy a Supermarket and "Estanco" (Tabac) for cigarettes, crisps and soft drinks.
Also near are the beautiful villages of the Alpujarras, ….. and by the sea the town of Nerja, often referred to as 'The Jewel of the Costa del Sol" with its caves, beautiful views and exhilarating atmosphere.
From El Molino del Arroyo it is possible to do day trips to Sevilla or Cordoba; or closer for adventurous canoeing in Rio Verde, in the town of Otivar just 30 minutes from the house or cycling, walking, rock climbing or just relaxing in at the Spa at the Robinson Club in Playa Granada Motril.
The house features an extremely spacious open plan living area with a large fire place. An open staircase leads up to the galleried sitting room, a balcony with views to the mountains and the pool area, the master bedroom also enjoys the magnificent views. This room has its en-suite and a king size poster bed.
Downstairs another 3 bedrooms are located, a good size double with en-suite and its own courtyard; 1 twin room with views; a room with 2 bunk-beds again facing the mountains and a family bathroom with a wet area and a bath. All bedrooms have air conditioning.
The kitchen is large and fully equipped, with cooker with oven, dishwasher and large refrigerator. A small toilet and the laundry room with washing mashing, a dryer, iron and iron-board completes this part of the house.
The spacious dinner area is in between the kitchen and living room, the old olive press and other machinery from the old mill decorate this room.
The living room has comfortable sofas, atmospheric lighting and original arabic carpet. The large fireplace keeps the room warm and inviting, perfect for the evening, specially in the cooler months.
A library room/office is also part of this level of the house. It has a desk, chair and lots of books to borrow from. The house has internet access and a TV for films only. (We have not connection with cable or terrestrial TV)
The house was an old olive mill (Molino) situated near a stream (arroyo) therefore it has its name: Molino del Arroyo. Some original features were integrated under the reconstruction adding character. The decoration is simple but luxurious, keeping the antiqueness of the rustic Mediterranean style, warm in the winter but cool in the summer. The original door to the mill is now the door to the master bedroom and the stairs are made from the logs which were part of a small rail system that moved the olives around, one of the old cars is in the pool area. The large stone in the living room under the carpet, was also par of the old press. As well as the stone use in the fountain.
Outside, the roof covered baranda with views to the pool and the mountains, provides the perfect space for al-fresco lunches and dinners, it has a large table with sitting up to 12 people. It also houses the ping-pong table and a two seater bench, perfect for reading under the cover.
The outside area is large with a barbecue pit with built in seating, a good size pool, six sun loungers, a cabana with furniture, a hammock and a water fountain, to complete the peaceful and relaxing atmosphere. It has plenty of space to run around or just to sit to enjoy the sun and wonderful views. During the day the views will be of the valley and exquisite mountain range that surrounds the property, by night, the sky with brightly shining stars and constellations.
For the winter month the house is fully fitted with radiators.
The village of Guajar Faraguit is one of the three villages that make up the region called Los Guajares in the Sierra de Los Guajares. Guajar Faraguit has a small population of about 700 people, which during the festivities of the Saint Patron of the village, San Lorenzo, can double or triple with visitors to this very popular Fiestas. The Fiestas are held every year from the 9th to the 11th of August.
The town has a bank with a cash dispenser, pharmacy, Doctor's Surgery, small cafe/bar, supermarket, hairdresser, couple of bakeries and even a gym. All within walking distance from the house.
The two other villages have less facilities but both have more than one place to eat or have a drink.
The area and the house are really special, a perfect place for any type of holidays, restful or active; ideal for getting to know Andalusia; wonderful to recharge, beautiful and comfortable, in other words, with the the perfect ingredients for a perfect holiday.
Cleaning and cooking can be arranged at a small additional cost with prior agreement.
If you would like more information on the local facilities do please contact the owner.
Colombian born, living in UK for 30 years, married to UK lawyer, we have two teenagers.
Event organiser and charity fund raiser.
Love salsa dancing.
Felt in love with Los Guajares and El Molino del Arroyo while on holidays in 2005, bought the house the year after.
Xihomara Zentner purchased this villa in 2006
I found Los Guajares by complete chance, I was on holidays in Las Alpujarras where I was also looking to buy a property. The estate agent suggested I look at a house in Guajar Faraguit, I'd never heard of such a place before, nevertheless, I did and I was completely taking by the beauty of the house; its amazing views, the wonderful feeling of relaxation, the connection with nature and the beautiful but rural village. Within 20 minutes of leaving the house I put an offer for it. Next time I visited it was mine and I have never regretted that impulsive decision. I love the house a little more every time I visit as much as I love to share its beauty with my guests because I know they never be disappointed.
Guajar Faraguit is a small, beautiful, white, rural village, perfectly located in a semi-tropical area. Therefore, the weather there is good all year around, never too cold or too hot. The house is only 20 minutes away fro the near beaches of Motril or Salobrana and it's perfect for a ski holiday too, as the mountains of the Sierra Nevada and the ski resorts are only 1 hour away.
The house is semi seclude but also has amazing views of the National Park. We have not noisy neighbours and we can made noises because we disturb no one.
The walks around are wonderful, we are surrounded by farms with all kind of fruit trees. There is a small stream by the house and the water sound give you peace and calm while sunbathing in the warm sunshine.
Facilities around are good, with lots of shops nearby, plenty of activities and /or for complete relaxation.
"We really enjoyed our week in your beautiful house. It is such a peaceful place, almost a bit magical" Pfeifer & Widad families 9/8/14
"We had a wonderful stay! Swimming, relaxing and enjoying the beautiful mill and the amazing views" Danish Family: Henrik, Robbe and Klara 22/7/14
"Merci pour cette très belle semaine al Molino! Nous avons tous beaucoup apprécié votre belle maison spacieuse et confortable, aussi que la calme et la beauté des paysages environ. Nous garderons un très beau souvenir de nos visites a Granada and Pampaneira! Tout était parfait! Eifler et Maina Family 25/4/14
"Thank you for our wonderful stay at your villa. We will return home relaxed and recharged after a fabulous two weeks. We would recommend "Steak on a Stone in Salobrena and our two visits to Granada were well worth it. Definitely visit the Alhambra Palace! All the children loved splashing in the pool and have said how much they will miss the villa!! Hoping to return some time very soon.." Alison, Rick, Catley, Tristen, Noreen. John, Jay & Alex 28/08/14
We are a family from Sweden who stayed over Easter in El Molino. The trip from Malaga went easy and we stayed in Motril to shop groceries. Driving there makes you feel like being in the wild western movie. The rough mountains with caves and a small road to Guajar Faraguit with lovely plants and cactuses growing on the cliffs.
Coming to the house was like opening Pandora's box. Everything felt bigger and even nicer than on the pictures.
The housekeeper, Yasmina, was friendly and made a wonderful paella, fixed wood for the fireplace, and spoke a lot of Spanish.
The surroundings are breathtaking. Beautiful!
Would certainly want to be back some day.! Thank you!
Katrin Onno with family from Stockholm, Sweden
This is a very unique property which totally matched the description/photos given on the website and is somewhat of a tardis upon first entering from the road. The setting overlooking the mountains and the valley is the perfect backdrop for a completely relaxing break. The property is located up a twisty windy road about 20 minutes from the main road in a very quiet village high up in the hills of Andalusia which has a cafe/bar and small general shop but where very little English is spoken so as suggested by the owner it is wise to learn some basic phrases. The property was well-appointed in all respects and very spacious, far more so than appeared to be the case from its initial external appearance. It was very clean and bed linen/towels/pool towels were provided. The pool itself was also very clean and inviting, even if seeming a little chilly on first entry!
The terrace has comfortable wooden sun beds with cushions and the ping pong table was a useful distraction when a break from sunbathing was required! The cabana also provided some much needed shade at various times of the day. With a barbecue at its other end, the terrace manages to accommodate everything needed for a truly relaxing holiday in a relatively confined area while still leaving plenty of room for everyone to have their own space.
Owing to the remote location, a car is obviously essential and we intended to make use of this by exploring the area. We did venture up to Granada on one day but that turned out to be our only real excursion. Days spent at the property were so relaxing and enjoyable that we became reluctant to disturb the routine! We would have no hesitation in recommending the property to others or returning there ourselves although, in the latter case, we feel that it would be better to go at least as a small group rather than just as a couple owing to the property's size and remoteness.
Myself and my family stayed here to celebrate my Dads retirement. When we arrived, we were all stunned at the breathtaking views and then the happiness and excitement continued as we entered the property. The listing description was perfectly accurate, you cant really put into words the beauty of this house and location.
Cars are a must, and we recommend exploring the mountains and visiting the local bar/ressturant. Salobrena has an amazing steak restaurant nearby too. We will definitely be returning as there is soooo much more to see and do!!
Xihomara was perfect with communication and customer services, would definitely recommend just next time I will definitely brush up on my Spanish!! :D
Very enjoyable 2 weeks spent here over Easter 2015, strongly recommended for anyone seeking a refreshing and high quality break. The design is stunning yet practical recalling the traditional method of pressing olives (worth visiting the olive museum down on the main road to get the full story), updated with all mod-cons and great living and relaxing spaces. Great for local walks and interesting sights both in the village (we followed a wonderful nighttime Easter procession) and in the hills around.
Yes there is a very winding road to get there, and the local restaurants are not exactly gourmet, but it was a perfect place to relax, miles away from the touristy side of southern Spain. Attentive and helpful service from the owner throughout, making this easy to recommend - perhaps just needs wifi to be complete?
We (a danish family of 10, 3 generations) spent 10 wonderful days based at this beautifully restored old olive mill in Guajar Faraguit. Starting with the only drawback the road up there is windy but once arrived you are rewarded with a stunning view, surprisingly green due to the many streams in the area and inside the mill a beautifully restored and luxurious place to retreat in case the basking sun becomes a bit much.
Having mentioned the heat and the sun, there seems to be an eternal breeze that raises in morning and serves as a refreshing and very welcome cooler in the hot afternoons. Being a bit up in the montains it is actually nice and cool at night allowing you to sleep very well and wake up to the eternally blue Andalusian skies and the view to the montains covered with olive, orange and avocado trees mixed in with bits of montaneous slopes and wild trees.
You have to make sure to plan your shopping as you have to drive down the mountain for supplies other than what's available in the village (supermarket style). Granada is 45 minutes away and it took us about 25-30 minutes to reach the beach at Salobrena though we much preferred Nerja.
Should we come back one day (which is not at all impossible) we will combine the mill with overnight stays in Sevilla, Cordoba and Ronda. These destionations are a bit too far away (about 3 hours each way) to cover based in Guajar Faraguit.
But .. we can definitely only recommed the mill if you are planning to, like us, combine days of go-slow with a bits of sightseeing in Andalusia.
(You definitely need a car)
This house is exactly as it is shown on the HomeAway site. Great pool, wonderful view, helpful owners. We stayed in this house for a week, and visited Granada, Malaga and the beach. On other days, we stayed at the house for reading, swimming, relaxing, or went for a walk in the neighbourhood (there's a castle). The surroundings are very Spanish, we had delicious tapas in one of the neighhouring villages. The owner is very helpful, and their contact here in Spain as well.
From the house you can visit a large number of places, from the local old moorish ruins of El Castillete, just a walk from El Molino, to The Caves of Nerja at only 45mins away or skiing in Sierra Nevada just over one hour away, maybe canyoning in Rio Verde near Almunecar about 30 mins away. Almunecar also has diving facilities and a good water park.
The beautil town of Granada with the old Moorish quarters, the Renaissance Cathedral and The Alhambra Palace is only 40mins away. For families I strongly recommend a visit to El Parque de las Ciencias.
Salobrena is a whitewashed town clinging to a huge rock, the most spectacular location on the Granada coast, with large white sandy beach and only 20 mins away from El Molino.
Almunecar is a very attractive coastal town particularly popular with Spanish holiday makers in the summer. The sea front is a mixture of beaches, coves & headlands typical of the Costa Tropical. The night live here is very popular with lots of bars by the sea. Bear in mind that night live in Spain starts at midnight.
Worth visiting at just about 1 hour driving from the house are the Villages in Las Alpujarras: Orgiva, Bubion and Pampaneira had the most stunning views and great walks.
The town of Malaga with its museums and palaces is only 1 hour away on the motorway.
A bit further but also possible to drive from the house, the beautiful and historical towns of Sevilla and Cordoba are about 3 hours drive.
Further Details:
You will find in the village of Guajar Faraguit a small but well stocked supermarket, 2 bakeries, a bar, a doctor's surgery, a pharmacy and bank with cash point.
Bar Parada is the local restaurant and pub but you will find plenty of shops, restaurants & bars in the historic coastal town of Salobrena.
The near village of Velez de Benaudalla have a couple of Cafes and restaurants with good choices, such as Cafe Bar Carmenes and specially recommended Meson Nacimiento for very good Spanish cuisine.
In Motril, at about 17km from the house, you can find a lots of shops including a hypermarket, fashion, restaurants, tapas and pubs. Motril also offers great nightlife with a good number of "chirinquitos" local restaurants and bar in Playa Granada running all night parties.
Watersports can be found in Salobreña and specially in Almunecar, including diving and canyoing; not forgetting skiing at the Sierra Nevada at only 50km away.
|No additional mandatory fees
|Refundable Damage Deposit
Booking Notes:
Please ensure you insure your holidays and flights.
Prices for the property are per week in UK pounds. Deposit is 50% at moment of booking and balance on arrival. Deposit is fully reimbursable, less costs of transfers, until 6 weeks before arrival. Cancellations between 6 weeks before arrival will incur a charge of £300 and cost of transfer.
A House Damage Security HDS is require on arrival, fully refundable if not damages are found. If damages to the house or its furniture including the pool and carpark areas are found, the HDS will be use to pay for repairs, any remaining money will be send by bank transfer.
Changeover Day:
Changeover day Saturday (could be flexible if possible)
Absolutely no arrival before 4.00pm or departure after 10.00am local time, unless pre-booked and fully discussed with the owner.
Very late arrivals or early departures will incur a charge of €30
Notes on prices:
Prices are for the property per week in UK pounds.
Bookings for 2 or more weeks may have a £50 reduction for the first extra week and £100 for any additional ones.
* Approximate monthly price. Actual pricing will depend on the days of the month you stay.


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The evacuation of Budge Drive was ordered Wednesday evening after Jackson officials worry that unstable earth on East Gros Ventre Butte could threaten nearby buildings and residents.
Visible cracks have formed in the hillside above the cliff and a store. The fissures on the butte are the latest in a series of developments that suggest underground movement has increased in recent days.
The American Red Cross of Wyoming is working with Teton County Emergency Management to help evacuated residents.
"Teton County Red Cross Volunteers are ready and available to help their community," Traci Aguilar, disaster program specialist with the American Red Cross of Wyoming, said in a statement.
Town Manager Bob McLaurin says the town is bringing in a landslide expert. Officials are also consulting with a state geologist.
According to The Jackson Hole News & Guide, ground movement over the weekend caused water pipes to break at the town's pump station.
The town has been tracking geological activity on the butte for months, but movement appears to have increased.
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Volume 79, Number 12 | Aug. 26 - Sept. 1, 2009
West and East Village, Chelsea, Soho, Noho, Little Italy, Chinatown and Lower East Side, Since 1933
Villager photo by Monica Schipper
Residents say saving local post offices, like the Hudson St. station, above, as well as the Pitt St. station, is a priority.
Neighbors go postal over threatened station closings
By Albert Amateau
Village neighbors, postal union representatives and elected officials rallied in front of the West Village post office last week to protest the U.S. Postal Services plan to close the station in October.
The full-service post office at 527 Hudson St. is one of five stations in Manhattan, including the Pitt St. post office next to the Seward Park Co-op on the Lower East Side, and 14 total in all five boroughs proposed for closing because of decreased mail volume and a corresponding decline in revenue for U.S.P.S.
It is the second time in two years that the West Village station has been threatened. In 2007 the full-service post office was scheduled for conversion to an automated center that would not be able to issue postal money orders. After protests led by elected officials, full service remained with automatic machines added. About a year ago, the station was closed for several months for a $250,000 renovation.
Congressmember Jerrold Nadler and Clarence Wall, executive vice president of the postal workers union in the New York metro area, told the Aug. 20 rally at the Hudson St. post office that the union believes there is no economic justification for closing the station.
Im not convinced that these closures would create real relief from the Postal Services budget crisis, said Nadler, adding, As far as I can see, the cuts are akin to moving furniture around on the Titanic.
Nadler announced that he was sponsoring two bills in Congress. The intention of one bill would be to save U.S.P.S. $3.5 billion per year in operating expenses. The other bill would require U.S.P.S. to fully justify station closings and service consolidations, and would require hearings and a public assessment of the need for a station closure or consolidation.
Wall said that if it were not for $2 billion that Congress last year forced U.S.P.S. to prepay into its employee health insurance, the Postal Service would have shown a surplus this year.
City Council Speaker Christine Quinn, whose district includes the West Village, told the rally that revenues alone couldnt measure the importance of local post offices.
Local post offices keep us in touch with our friends and families, she said. Can you imagine what Christmas would be like without a post office near where people live? They are a necessity. A post office is like a community center where people meet their neighbors. Closing post offices needs to be done with a scalpel, not a machete, Quinn said.
State Senator Tom Duane, whose district includes the West Village, Assemblymember Linda Rosenthal, representing Clinton and the Upper West Side, and State Senator Daniel Squadron, whose district includes the Lower East Side and most of the East Village, also spoke at the rally. Staff members for Assemblymembers Deborah Glick and Richard Gottfried were also at the rally.
Nadler said the privatization of the U.S. Postal Service a decade ago into a private public-benefit organization that receives no subsidy from federal tax funds was a big mistake.
Mail service is a public good. Its as old as the United States started by Benjamin Franklin, he said, adding, It was an illusion to believe that the Postal Service could sustain itself. He acknowledged, however, that there does not appear to be support in Congress to reverse the privatization. That may change if there are many more station closings, he said.
At the end of last month, representatives from Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silvers Office led a rally in front of the Pitt St. post office protesting the stations planned closing. The Pitt St. station, at 185 Clinton St., leases it premises from the Seward Park Co-op.
The West Village station in July began distributing questionnaires to its patrons as part of the review of the potential closing. But many Villagers felt the questions were rigged to show that the nearby post office at 201 Varick St. could serve West Village residents.
Steve Gould, a staff member of Visiting Neighbors, which serves elderly Village residents, said the organization has many clients in the West Village who are older than 80.
They cant be asked to walk to Varick St., more than seven blocks further away, he said at the Aug. 20 rally.
Harry Malakoff, a real estate broker and W. 12th St. resident, recalled that when he was a college student 40 years ago, his political-science professor told the class that one of the duties of a congressmember was to make sure the district had a post office.
Albert Bennett, a Morton St. resident and member of his block association, said the West Village station is necessary for the association to send its monthly newsletter to residents.
Closing the station would be the death of the Morton St. Block Association, he said.
Jo Hamilton, chairperson of Community Board 2, said, We fought the battle two years ago to save the West Village post office. Community Board 2 is very, very strongly behind our congressmans calls to save that post office. Whenever I go there, its always crowded, which shows how heavily its used.
A U.S.P.S. spokesperson said none of the citys 14 threatened stations would be closed until after a review of the situation is completed Sept. 30 and hearings are held for each closing.
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Who We Are
Dartmouth North Community Food Centre is a project of Dartmouth Family Centre.
A Community Food Centre (CFC) is a welcoming space where people come together to grow, cook, share and advocate for good food. CFCs provide people with access to high-quality food in a dignified setting that doesn't compromise their self-worth. People learn cooking and gardening skills there, and kids get their hands dirty in the garden and kitchen in ways that expand their taste buds and help them to make healthier food choices. Community members find their voices on the issues that matter to them, and people find friends and support. CFCs offer multifaceted, integrated, responsive and prevention-focused programming in a shared space where food builds health, hope, skills and community.
The Dartmouth North Community Food Centre is a partner site of Community Food Centres Canada (CFCC), a national organization that's driving the development of CFCs across the country. Along with other Community Food Centres in communities across Canada, the Dartmouth North Community Food Centre is helping to increase access to healthy food for low-income Canadians while proving that food can be a transformative force in our communities. For more on this national project, visit www.cfccanada.ca.
Our Mission:
Dartmouth Family Centre promotes the healthy development of individuals, families and communities by:
- Providing resources and activities that promote healthy child, parent and family development
- Bringing people together to grow, cook, share and advocate for good food and a healthy and fair food system
- Providing opportunities to develop supportive relationships among families and community members
- Advocating for public policies that promote the well-being of individuals, families and communities
- Establishing partnerships to achieve common goals
What We Believe:
- Community members come to the Family Centre and Food Centre with a variety of experiences and strengths.
- Community members know what's best for them; they have the right to decide what opportunities to participate in and how often to participate.
- Community members know best whether or not their participation has been meaningful.
Dartmouth Family Centre and Dartmouth North Community Food Centre aim to be aware of the interests of community members in an effort to provide opportunities for meaningful participation. Above all, every opportunity for community members to participate is a chance to develop relationships with staff and other participants.


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Talking about our Gewurztraminers
WineWiseWeb reviewed three of our 2011 Gewurztraminers: "…a trio of beautifully made 2011 Gewurztraminers from Dario Sattui's dream winery in Calistoga. Winemaker Brooks Painter shows his deft hand with the variety with three different styles…Gewurz brings different varietal characteristics forward at different sugar levels. Each of these wines delivers excellent quality and complexity of aroma and flavor….
Castello di Amorosa's Gewurztraminer Dolcino
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Enofylz chooses La Castellana as
Our thanks to Enofylz for choosing the 2008 La Castellana as his Wine of the Week:
Here's a taste of his review:
"Every Thursday I feature a wine I particularly enjoy, whether it's something new and different, is a great value, or from a producer worth checking out. For this week, my Wine Of The Week is the 2008 Castello di Amorosa La Castellana. Opaque dark garnet color with aromatic dark red fruits, toasted oak,and spiced tobacco aromas. On the palate, it's voluptuous and smooth with well-integrated soft dusty tannins, good balance, and blackberry, plum, bittersweet chocolate, and spiced vanilla flavors. Long finish. Rating: A- (91pts). Pair with: Hearty fare such as grilled steak, sausages, Venison Stuffed Mushroom Caps, Shepherd's Pie, Braised Lamb Shanks, Veal Parmesan or Rigatoni with a wild boar ragú."
And there's more: http://enofylzwineblog.com/2013/03/28/wine-of-the-week-castello-di-amorosa-2008-la-castellana/
Dario Sattui donates $1 million to Boys and Girls Club of Calistoga
Dario Sattui, owner of V. Sattui Winery in St. Helena and Castello di Amorosa in Calistoga, has pledged $1 million to the Boys & Girls Clubs of St. Helena and Calistoga for its future construction of a permanent Club facility in Calistoga.
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"I am really proud to make this small contribution to the future of our community, and believe this will make a positive impact. Let's hope the Club can raise the rest of the money quickly and open the new Club, "said Sattui.
Dario Sattui with the Board of Directors and Staff of the Boys and Girls Club of St. Helena and Calistoga
"This is a landmark moment for our organization," commented Club Executive Director Jay Templeton. "Mr. Sattui's magnificent lead gift provides us the framework to begin focused discussions of our Calistoga project. The Boys & Girls Clubs and Mr. Sattui share the same values of respect for the environment, and the importance of agriculture, nutrition, exercise, academics, entrepreneurship, technology skills and guidance in preparing today's youth to be productive 21st century citizens."
Currently the Boys & Girls Clubs of St. Helena and Calistoga operates an after-school program located at the Calistoga Elementary School on Berry Street. In 2012, registered youth membership at that site was 395 with an average daily attendance of 129. The Club also operates a Teen Center located in the city's Monhoff Center on Grant Street adjacent to the Calistoga Junior-Senior High School.
"For some time, the Board of Directors has discussed a Calistoga project," said Templeton. "Our St. Helena facility was opened in January of 2008 following a successful capital campaign. The next vision has been to establish a permanent facility in Calistoga through community fundraising."
On April 26th, the Board of Directors will hold a Board retreat specifically to discuss the Club's Calistoga future, including discussions on a potential location, cost, size, fundraising and timing. "We hope to come out of that day with basic direction and to set the course for a new Boys & Girls Club building in Calistoga," remarked Templeton.
Sattui will attend the Club's Board of Directors meeting at noon on March 20th to present two $500,000 checks. Each of his local businesses, V. Sattui Winery and Castello di Amorosa are contributing jointly.
The Sattui donation is the second lead gift received for the future Calistoga project. In November of 2012, the DeLong-Sweet Family Foundation made the first contribution, a $250,000 pledge arranged by Calistoga residents Paul and Pamela Ingalls. The Boys & Girls Club hopes these early donations are an indication of the support it will have and need in order to complete the Calistoga capital campaign and the construction project.
The children of the Boys and Girls Club of St. Helena and Calistoga with Dario Sattui and staff.
Noted Board of Directors President, Kathleen Herdell, "We are thrilled by the generosity of Dario, Paul and Pamela. Their contributions will touch the lives of Up-Valley children for generations to come. 'Thank you' just doesn't adequately capture the gratitude we feel for these visionaries and role models. They are helping to give the kids a safe and positive place to be after school and all summer long. Having watched the excited faces of kids as they enter the St. Helena Clubhouse, I can't wait to give the Calistoga children that same experience."
A Chill In The Air
This is the time of year when winemakers and vineyard managers start paying close attention to weather patterns. Although long periods of extreme cold and sub-freezing temperatures can always cause distress in a vineyard; frost is particularly damaging in the early spring. Once bud break occurs, spring frosts can kill the young shoots potentially destroying a crop. If you visit wine country in early spring you may spot a few different methods utilized by vintners in attempts to combat frost damage. Most preventative measures are expensive and vary in effectiveness, but, the financial loss of frost damage is extreme.
The least utilized and possibly least effective is burning oil in a smudge pot. The smoke and heat generated is hopefully carried over the vineyard by the wind forming a warmer protective blanket. As the heavier cold air sinks, the warm blanket of air protects the shoots.
A solution that seems just as drastic but that has actually proven viable in some vineyard locales; spraying the vines with a fine mist of water. As the water freezes it forms a protective layer of ice insulating the young shoots by trapping the heat, (think of an igloo or an ice cave). Since Napa Valley's Mediterranean climate doesn't generally dip below 25 degrees Fahrenheit, this method shows promise as it is environmentally less invasive and more economically viable. A negative for using water is fairly obvious but worth noting: you are using water, which can be scarce or completely unavailable in remote vineyards.
The most common and visually the most obvious method in use can be viewed off Highway 29 and along the Silverado Trail. What looks like windmills are actually wind machines, which move air over vineyards to keep the coldest air from settling on vulnerable, young shoots. The heavier cold air mixes with the warmer air, being moved by the wind machine, creating a slight elevation in temperature which is often just enough to ward off frost as long as that temperature is above 28 degrees Fahrenheit. However, I live close to one such wind machine and I see it as only partially effective. While it prevents frost from developing in areas directly in the path of said turbulence, my personal observation is the outlying areas are often blanketed with frost. Another fact to consider…..wind machines are essentially propellers that run on fuel so they can be expensive to run and the noise level can be extreme – especially in the wee hours of the morning when they are typically used. *yawn*
Does a foolproof solution exist? Well, if you have an opportunity when driving in the valley, look to the hills. It is rare to find any method of frost control on sloped vineyard sites. Dense cold air naturally drains off the hillsides and settles onto the valley floor quite often rendering the hillsides unaffected by frost.
In this north end of the Napa Valley we are fortunate. With the Mayacamas Mountains to the West and the Vaca Mountains to the East, some of the most prestigious viticultural land in the world has been created. Castello di Amorosa's Il Barone and La Castellana wines are crafted from Cabernet Sauvignon vineyards on Diamond Mountain, part of the famed Mayacamas range; above the fog line, drenched in sunshine and relatively unharmed by frost.
As we continue to progress in viticulture methodology one fact holds true – Mother Nature will always have the final word.
And with that my final word – Cheers!
Mary Davidek C.S., C.S.W.
Corkage Fees and BYOB – Part 2
In the last submission I covered the basics of getting your wine to the restaurant. Now, for the dedicated corkage seekers……..let's continue.
Take care of the waitstaff. Many experienced servers see a bottle carried in and mark you as a diner who is…….well……thrifty. I prefer to call it savvy. And when addressing the monetary side of it, I usually MYOB but regarding BYOB; I can't hold back. If service warrants a generous gratuity, include an additional percentage for the server to off-set their loss of a potential wine sale. I usually include an extra 5%. In a more intimate dining setting I offer the server, or chef, or other interested staff a small sample of the wine. If you frequent a particular restaurant, develop a rapport with your favorite server. A big bonus, many times the published corkage fee disappears.
When possible I patronize restaurants with lenient BYOB practices or those that do not charge corkage…..EVER! Be on the lookout for specials or promotions. One of our favorite Napa spots offers "No Corkage Mondays". Some wineries have partnered with local restaurants who offer complimentary corkage if you bring in a bottle purchased at the referring winery. Castello di Amorosa has a list of at least 20 restaurants in the valley that are happy to open a bottle of Castle wine at no charge. And kudos to Restaurant Cuvée in Napa and Farmstead in St. Helena, CA; a small corkage fee is charged and donated to charity. Bravo!
Become active on sites like Yelp and Trip Advisor to give feedback and accolades. Wine forums are also a great place to turn. Check out WineSpectator.com, VinoCellar.com and RobertParker.com; you will find lively and well-informed participants as well as updated BYOB info.
As previously mentioned, there has never been a better time to dine out with wine as more restaurants and chefs are embracing BYOB diners. States that had prohibited BYOB in the past are now loosening laws and restrictions. Establishments that at one time discouraged corkage enthusiasts are now recognizing the valuable business this clientele provides.
Happy dining –
Mary Davidek C.S., C.S.W
Corkage Fees and BYOB – Part 1
BYOB = Bring Your Own Bottle
Corkage Fee = the fee charged to open and serve a bottle of wine not purchased at the dining establishment
Every restaurant has restrictions and specifications which are said to cover the cost of opening a bottle, providing stemware, and serving the wine. Realistically, a corkage fee is charged to cover lost revenue. I am unabashedly a self-professed BYOB junkie; a dedicated corkage hound ……and I go to extremes in my pursuit. Here are a few situations I have encountered and simple resolutions which may help in your quest.
1. Call the restaurant or check their website prior to your reservation as fees and restrictions vary. Some restaurants may impose a 1-bottle limit and others may have more tempting ways to capture your attention. A growing trend; restaurants charge a fee but will comp it one for one, for every bottle purchased. For example, restaurant "X" charged $25 corkage. I brought in a bottle of Castello di Amorosa Cabernet Sauvignon. From the restaurant wine list I selected a bottle of Sauvignon Blanc to enjoy with apps. I love a zippy Sauvignon Blanc with bruschetta and goat cheese on a warm baguette; sublime. The bottle I purchased was $28. That's right, the corkage fee for my Castello di Amorosa bottle was waived. This is clearly a win-win. Typically I bring in a red and purchase a white from the list as even the grandest wine menu offers a tasty and affordable white wine.
2. A common and reasonable request; the bottle you bring in cannot be available for purchase on the existing wine list. To ensure your selection for carry-in is acceptable, browse the wine list on-line or request a fax or emailed copy prior to your planned visit. Here is my fool-proof solution. Bring in wine from a winery that does not distribute. This is becoming easier as more small and mid-sized wineries are opting for direct-to –consumer sales only. Castello di Amorosa wines have been a fixture on my restaurant outings for this very reason. Restaurant wine lists change weekly and this takes the guess work out of it.
3. Prepare your bottles. If you want a chilled bottle of bubbly with your Dungeness crab; chill it. If you are bringing a Napa Cab with a little age on it, stand it up for a few hours prior to leaving which allows sediment to collect at the bottom.
4. I have seen bottles transported in everything from a paper shopping tote to a plastic grocery bag. My advice; invest in a respectable wine carrier. From leather totes to canvas carrying bags to decorative wine boxes – your wine should travel in style.
Good news for us food and wine lovers, corkage and BYOB is becoming an accepted standard. Restaurant owners are adopting more favorable corkage policies as a marketing tool.
Stay tuned……Part 2 coming up.
Mary Davidek C. S. , C.S.W.
Perfect Pairings Dynamic Duo
The first time I saw the man who would eventually become my husband I was dumb-struck (quite a confession those who know me will attest). Just my type; tall, dark (it was summer), and handsome. After a chat over a glass of vino (what else?), I made the fatal mistake of telling him I thought he was smarter than I was. I say fatal mistake as it is now 24 years later and he won't let me forget that statement.
Our friends often tell us they have never met 2 people more suited for each other, meant to be together. Better together as 1 than separate as 2. Like peanut butter and jelly, milk and cookies, peas and carrots……it just works.
Perfect pairings certainly enhance and intensify and one thing which is singularly good, but with food and wine, perfect pairings take on a new meaning. If you have ever been on the Royal Pairing Tour at Castello di Amorosa you may have experienced a few of these perfect pairings. A rich pate' with Castello's award winning Il Passito comes to mind. Sommeliers agree this match is perfection. Popular wine writer Karen Macneil says "this luxurious pairing comes perilously close to maxing out the human tolerance for pleasure". An endorsement like that certainly piques the imagination. But, must perfect pairings always be so lofty, and quite candidly, so costly to be perfect? Does perfection have a price? A rule of thumb, pair rich with rich and humble with humble. One of my affordable favorites, a simple roast chicken (any grocery store's rotisserie is fine), and a bottle of Pinot Noir. The rustic flavors of a simple roast chicken, a loaf of crusty bread and the earthy tones of Pinot Noir are magical together. When selecting your pinot go for light and fruity bottlings from Sonoma. For my dollar Castello's Los Carneros Pinot Noir is the perfect choice with a hit of clove balanced with bright fruit. This Valentine's Day, a day dedicated to perfect pairings, celebrate this dynamic duo with your honey. Light a couple of candles, put in your favorite music, pour a couple glasses of vino and relax.
Throughout the year, connect with your inner match-maker; go forth and discover new and exciting pairings.
And remember, perfection is in the eyes of the beholder……
Cheers and Happy Valentine's Day
Mary Davidek C.S., C.S.W
Is Bigger Always Better?
Big juicy burgers. Big healthy baby. Big hotel suite. Big expense account. Mr. Big. But big wine? In our super-sized reality is big always better?
Since big is often a matter of perspective and can be vague in usage, to better understand big as it relates to wine we need to go to the source; to the vineyard. In wine, big is typically synonymous with Cabernet Sauvignon grown in the Napa Valley. Since Napa is home to some of the most expensive agricultural land in the United States it is understandable how big enters the picture. Cabernet grown in this lush valley thrives. Upon examination this petite powerhouse of a grape resembles a small dark blueberry more than a familiar table grape. As a matter of fact, all grapes are called berries. Cabernet berries are tightly clustered and the skin is thick and darkly pigmented. But this power is not just skin deep. With the largest seed mass of any black grape, the tannin to juice ratio is only one factor when defining big – as there is nothing passive about this aggressive little berry. However, it is all part of the big reveal. We must look to the winemaking team and the philosophy espoused by each winery and the fruits of their labor for ourselves.
Since I do not drink wine that assaults my palate, when drinking Cabernet I seek out plush, velvety and elegantly styled wines. Some critics may argue this type of cabernet disappeared with payphones and library cards. I disagree. Classically styled Cabernet, while not prolific, is available.
Under the direction of Dario Sattui, one of Napa Valley's biggest success stories, the winemaking team at Castello di Amorosa strives to produce wines with sophistication. Executive winemaker Brooks Painter utilizes "tannin control" techniques from vineyard to production. The result is palpable.
In the vineyard, Castello's Cabernet is picked at 25 degrees brix (sugar level). But aside from sugars, Brooks and his team monitor the maturity of the tannins by tasting the fruit from each vineyard block as harvest approaches. Once the juice is in the tank the cap of solids (skins and seeds) is reintroduced to the juice via punchdown or gentle pump-over to limit the over-stimulation of phenolics (natural organic compounds in the juice).
But regardless of the winemaking philosophy or the vineyard geography, the real test is largely subjective and that individual perception or preference is ultimately the biggest player in the equation. The big reveal is how you perceive the wine you are drinking. Thus the debate on big wine continues.
When does size matter? There is one point on which we can all agree…….
A big glass of wine is always better.
Mary Davidek, C.S., C.S.W.
Love is in the air: Napa Valley's Castle of Love celebrates Valentine's Day
Romantic love will be in full celebration as guests express their love for each other at Castello di Amorosa's cupid-friendly Royal Hearts Gala on February 16, 2013. A reception kicks off the festivities at 7:00 p.m. followed by dinner seating at 8:00 p.m. The winery's name embodies the spirit of this gala --- "Castle of Love." The evening will also include a performance of excerpts from Shakespeare's works on love.
Castello di Amorosa welcomes special guest chef Alejandra Schrader, a Top 10 Finalist in Fox's MasterChef USA Season 2. "To say we are thrilled to have Chef Schrader showcase her culinary skills is an understatement," said President, Georg Salzner. "I'm sure she'll dazzle us with menu she's creating. We are looking forward to the menu and the evening," he adds.
Currently a private chef in Los Angeles, Shrader has participated in high profile culinary festivals such as "Taste of Chicago," the world's largest, as well as food and wine festivals in Washington, D.C. and Palm Desert. "I have had the opportunity to learn directly from renowned chefs like Mary Sue Milliken from Border Grill and acclaimed Ricardo Zarate of Picca and Mo-Chica (Food & Wine Magazine's 2010 Best Chef)," Shrader explains.
"I was fortunate to compete and present my dishes to Judges Chef Gordon Ramsay, Chef Graham Elliot and Joe Bastianich," Chef Schrader explains. "From well over thirty thousand auditions all over the country, 100 people were brought to Los Angeles to compete for the title of MasterChef; and I was one of the lucky ones. I am proud to be part of the MasterChef family and it will be an honor to prepare special dishes for the guests at the Castello's Gala."
The Royal Hearts Gala will include a VIP reception with hors d'oeuvres in the Tasting Room followed by a 4-course meal in the Grand Barrel Room. Cost is $195 for the winery's wine club members and $225 for non-members.
Shakespeare in the Vines will perform selected scenes from Shakespeare's most romantic plays and sonnets during dinner. Shakespeare in the Vines is an acting troupe which specializes in the works of William Shakespeare.
A top finalist and fan favorite on FOX's popular show MasterChef with Gordon Ramsay, Alejandra has established her presence in the culinary world. She has performed cooking demonstrations all over the United States at prestigious food and wine festivals such as this year's Taste of Chicago, the largest food festival in the world. She has shared the culinary stage with renowned chefs like Roy Yamaguchi, Aaron Sanchez, Sara Moulton, Mark Peel and Graham Elliot. Since the end of MasterChef, Alejandra has done appearances on TV shows like Access Hollywood Live, Cafe CNN, NBC's Today in LA, and Primera Edición (Univision, Spanish TV). Her recipes and interviews have been featured in high profile magazines like InTouch Weekly and Taste of Home. She owns a private chef business in Los Angeles; she is also writing her first cookbook and working on exciting new media projects. More at http://www.alejandraschrader.com/
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How do You Measure a Year?
As 2012 came to a close and we ran in another year of beginnings, fresh starts and clean slates, I reflected on the past 365 days. How did 2012 Measure up? Did I live each day to the fullest of did I just do time?
Each January first we received a one year sentence and thus begin the process of tuning the proverbial page on birthdays, dentist appointments, holidays and oil changes. Is this the measure of a year? Flipping pages…simply doing time.
What about grapes? How will the 2012 vintage measure in Napa Valley? With near idyllic weather conditions dominating the growing season, vintage 2012 shows great promise. We will know the extent of this hopeful success in the years ahead when we taste the matured wine. Until then we will keep watch on this cellared expectation as we sample from the barrels…and wait. I recall tasting the 2009 Il Barone Just a few years ago. Drawn from the barrel the young Cabernet was tannic, aggressive, almost abrasive in its blatant immaturity. Last month I pulled the cork on a bottle and the seductive notes of black cherry and licorice jumped from the bottle. The once angry tannins are settling into a presentation of refined strength. Time has served it well.
From today forward, this is how I will measure my years… my vintages. How do I know if 2012 was a success? There are beautiful memories and experiences that I will savor for years to come as well as "learning moments" that I cannot say, that at this time, I can look upon so fondly. Perhaps in a few years I will look back fully able to appreciate and comprehend all I experienced in 2012.
Before this potential is realized, however it needs to do some time.
Happy New Year
Mary Davidek, C.S., C.S.W.


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2010 Chevrolet Camaro 2LT V6 RS Review
By Roger Boylan
The 2010 Camaro is an instant classic. It's fast, affordable by you and me, and comfortable. It's solidly built, on the chassis of the soon-to-be late lamented Pontiac G8. It's quiet at speed. It's one of the best-looking cars on the road. It's economical; the V6 gets nearly 30 mpg on the highway on regular fuel, so it would make a fine commuter car. And most of all, it's not boring. Yes: On the basis of a week's exposure, I proudly proclaim myself a Camaro guy-and I was driving the "base" V6 model. In a word, I loved the damned thing.
"That'll be the day," I'd have said, if you'd told me, way back when, that I was a future Camaro fan. I'd always thought the previous iteration of the Camaro was loud and ill-bred, like the boy racers in Woodlawn and Passaic who drove them down Main Street on Saturday nights (regulation pack of smokes tucked into T-shirt sleeve, of course, and hairgel duly lathered on) and the suds-swilling oafs who congregated around them on state fair days and at tailgate parties. Camaros? No thanks, I sneered; not for this member of the urbane urban elite. Well, that's over. I'm sub-urbane now, decidedy suburban, and a member of no elite; and man enough to admit I was wrong. And more than man enough to whine I WANT ONE.
Actually, I never drove any of the previous generations, so I'm unable to make any first-hand Camaro comparos, although, admittedly, I've been biased in favor of the new, fifth-generation iteration ever since my maiden voyage in the SS-V8 model at the Austin Auto Show. Still, I'm fairly confident the new Camaro is, in most ways, light years beyond the old one, which expired in 2002. For starters, cursory Web research informs me that the Cadillac-sourced 3.6 V6 engine in the 2010 "base" model boasts 304 hp, a full 104 more than the '02 3.8-liter V6 (and 9 more than the '67 Camaro SS V8), and 273 lb.-ft. of torque, as opposed to 225. Consumer reviews of the '02 refer repeatedly to noise and vibration, and imply shoddy construction, sadly familiar complaints among GM customers in the old days, whereas one of the best things about the new Camaro (and other new GM products I've driven) is the feeling of truck-like solidity it imparts, with no rattles or squeaks. Its smooth highway ride is a consequence of the independent rear suspension, another change from the live rear axle that was so highly prized by drag racers, one hears; well, I'm no drag racer, so I'll go for the comfort zone, thanks very much.
And of course the design of the new Camaro is a dramatic departure from automotive banality. The car is stunning: sleek, aggressive, and resonant of the glories of sporty Chevys of yore. Look down on it from above and you'll see the same fastback styling as the 1963 split-window Corvette. Along the flanks are "gills," as you'd find on an actual shark, or a '60s Corvette Mako Shark concept, where they were cooling vents. They're fake on today's Camaro, but no more so than the landscape in a Brueghel painting; it's what's evoked that matters. Also shark-like is the tapered nose that culminates in a long low brow, beneath which are simple round headlights like the '69 Camaro's. This is a car you can just goggle at. Go on, goggle some more.
Camaros are priced very aggressively. The base Camaro LS is a steal at an MSRP of $23,040 including destination. I mean, honestly. Throw in a decent trade and a little judicious haggling and you can drive off in a Camaro for little more than the price of a Kia. The next model up, the 1LT, comes in at $24,675 including destination, and the 2LT of my test car starts at $27,375. My test car came in under-the-radar silver, with the 2LT package decked out in RS garb (spoiler, 20-in. wheels, fancier front fascia, high-intensity headlights, recessed tail lights: add another $1,450). It had a splendid six-speed automatic with manual shifting feature (buttons I fiddled with once, then left alone), as well as a top-notch six-speaker AM/FM/XM/CD/MP3, etc., etc. sound system, Bluetooth and USB port, leather shift knob, a nice fat leather-clad three-spoke steering wheel with audio and cruise controls, remote starting and heated seats for those icy Texas mornings (it got down to 75 last night), good old OnStar Safe & Sound, a limited-slip differential, 6-way power driver's seat, and integrated foglamps. The car comes with electronic stability control traction control, anti-lock brakes, frontal airbags, front side airbags, airbag curtains, and a tire pressure monitor, so you should be safe enough, if you resist the siren song of cell phones, text messages, and/or intoxicants while at the wheel (and you will, because you're not an idiot, are you?). This is all in the 2LT V6, mind you. Step up to the Camaro SS and you'd pay a still-reasonable $31,040 for the 6.2-liter V8 with auto (400 hp) or manual (426 hp) gearbox and four-piston Brembo disc brakes. Of course, options would add several thousand to the SS's price.
The only place where the otherwise brilliant designers stumbled a little was the dashboard, with its squared-off gauge cowlings and vertical speedometer and tach numbers, a la '64 Bel-Air; cute, and very retro, but as a detail, perhaps a little tacky. Still, the memory of phantom Chevys stays with you as you watch that needle inch closer to…80; and the tackiness of yesteryear can miraculously morph into the retro design success of today. The HVAC controls are intelligently laid out, with big easy-to-use knobs, as this writer has long recommended (could the GM design mavens be reading Autosavant?), and a small but perfectly legible stereo/CD/radio monitor. Otherwise, up front there's a surprisingly vast expanse of hard plastic but only a modest-sized glovebox. The front seats are stoutly bolstered and very comfortable, once you find your ideal seating arrangement. The back seats? Forget it. Use 'em as parcel shelves, or as an extension to the trunk (which is actually quite decently sized, but difficult of access, behind a high sill). Only smaller passengers can fit back there, and they will not be happy travelers. But who cares? This is a sports coupe, after all. Dad's car.
Being fortunate enough to live on the edge of the Texas Hill Country, I usually take my test vehicles out for a spin through the high chaparral and lonely hills, frequently with the theme from Lonesome Dove on the CD player, or in my head. Not to have done this with the Camaro would have been a grievous oversight. In fact, it and I spent a glorious half-day together roaming the sun-baked trails between San Marcos, Wimberley, the Devil's Backbone, and Blanco; and not a highway patrol officer did we see. Good thing, too, because we weren't exactly trundling along. Others were, in their farm trucks or Town Cars, but they were soon reduced to dots in the rear-view. The Camaro's V6 rushes you forward with the force of many another car's V8. I've read 0-60 test times of 6.1, 5.9, and even 5.7 seconds; based on my experience, I'll call it an even 6, but it feels faster. The automatic transmission is stellar, kicking down at just the right time and upshifting seamlessly when you want it to. The steering is admirable, well-boosted but not excessively so, contributing to no-worry handling, even on tight switchbacks. Brakes? Yes, fortunately, and definitely very much so, with no fade I could detect. Visibility was great fore and aft, less so alongside, what with the thick A-pillars and narrow rear side windows; but such is the design compromise one expects in a coupe. Rounding off this banquet of qualities, as I mentioned at the beginning of the article, is the V6 Camaro's fuel consumption: 18 in the city, 29 on the highway, per GM's claims. I averaged 22.5 in both city and highway driving, much of it vigorous, and a few times managed to top 35 on the highway, with a canny combination of cruise control and easy coasting.
So: Hats off to Chevy. The new Camaro is a car for the ages. For the price, there's nothing like it in Stuttgart, Tokyo, or Turin.
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