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Bryan's second batch of home brew--foamy!
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We attempt to prepare brussel sprouts in a way Leslie won't find repugnant. To the extent that they taste like bacon, we succeed.
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Kalia and Bryan, enjoying the sun in the backyard of a winery.
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in Russian River Valley
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three servings of chicken in garlic and shallots
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Bryan cruises down the banister outside the Chinese Cultural Center.
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I yanked a couple pictures from Clare to fill out our barrel-tasting section. Here we are picnicking in the semi-shade.
winebarrels
(also Clare's)
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Another experimental Alton Brown dish: steaming fish, mushrooms, onions, and ramen noodles in veggie broth and sake.
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Fun looking, but probably won't become a staple.
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Off to St. Patty's Day celebrations--wear your green.
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Bryan celebrates' with an interactive coaster.
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Crowds watch the parade end in front of city hall.
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Jacob rocks the little cap thing.
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I didn't notice until editing that I'd cut off these nice people's heads in favor of the sausages.
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An Irish folksinger dude at a pub we stumbled into. Notice Bud's promotional clover banners.
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Jacob, this time with a face!
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Us
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Day trip to Half Moon Bay, where it's sunny for the first time ever.
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Kalia, Doug, and Jana try to navigate the crossing with a box full of our sandwiches.
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Bryan and I find another, much more sensible way down.
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Success!
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Oh yeah.
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Set up for picnicking.
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Doug loves him some orange cream soda.
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Phil arrives at the top of the trail. This does not end well.