Category Archives: Photos

Blog posts that mainly feature a photo or a photo gallery.

The San Sebastián Chronicles

Posted on October 2, 2016 by J.C. Reid

J.C. Reid in San Sebastian, Spain It all started in October 2012 when my wife Tamara and I visited friends at a vacation house near Ventorros de San José outside of Granada, Spain. We decided that we’d spend a few … Continue reading →

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Saint-Émilion, France: An Oenophile’s Playground

Posted on March 10, 2014 by J.C. Reid

Vineyards in Saint-Emilion France What I most remember about our visit to Saint-Emilion France is how cold and bright it was. We were there in late January when the ubiquitous grape vines join with tourist hotels and curio shops in … Continue reading →

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The Pass at The Pass & Provisions

Posted on December 1, 2012 by J.C. Reid

Beef at The Pass The Pass at The Pass & Provisions may be the most ambitious restaurant ever opened in Houston. Am I late to this? I had not really followed the two chefs when they did the “Just August” … Continue reading →

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The House near Ventorros de San José

Posted on November 8, 2012 by J.C. Reid

House near Ventorros de San José, Spain. Click above for larger image, then scroll left-right to see it all. If you wanted to get twelve of your best friends together somewhere in the world, maybe in the south of Spain, … Continue reading →

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Friuli-Venezia Giulia: World-Class White Wines from Italy

Posted on July 7, 2012 by J.C. Reid

I Clivi Friulano The day began with our van trundling up a steep gravel path to the top of a hill where a weathered stone house sat among vineyards sprawling down the surrounding slopes. This morning was misty and dense … Continue reading →

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