The Dysfunctional-Palooza Obnoxious Masshole BS Thread

[paulthenurse]

We want Tito!
Clap. Clap clap clap clap

We want Tito!
Clap. Clap. clap clap clap

We want Tito!
Clap. Clap. clap clap clap

 

[barneygumble]

We want Tito!
Clap. Clap clap clap clap

We want Tito!
Clap. Clap. clap clap clap

We want Tito!
Clap. Clap. clap clap clap

So you are saying you caught the clap 3 times from someone named Tito?

 

[the_bird]

You going to Red Newt for dinner?

We did. Nine Wines Blind.

Honestly... we both REALLY miss Deb's cooking. Wasn't nearly as good. Less nuanced. Over-the-top with a lot of the seasoning. Overcooked fish. A mid-dinner beer terrine that was really not very good.

Really, was kind of a disappointing night - smaller gathering, yet less intimate. Last year, we were drinking until almost midnight, long after the dessert course; last night, they were taking away our (still half-full) wine glasses at 10:00.

But, got away from the kids for the night, bought a couple cases of wine. Some really, really nice new whiskeys at Finger Lakes Distillery.

 

[paulthenurse]

We still on for a rendezvous there this summer with the moderator that shall not be named? I need some dates so I can get the time off, I'll leave the coordinating of the soirée to your capable hands.

 

[paulthenurse]

As far as the other thing goes, I'm way willing to cut them slack for now. As much as the resteraunt misses Deb, Dave misses her worse.

 

[the_bird]

As far as the other thing goes, I'm way willing to cut them slack for now. As much as the resteraunt misses Deb, Dave misses her worse.

Oh, we know. Wife was commenting that it looks like he's put on some weight in the past year. The disappointment in this weekend's food speaks 99.9% to how phenomenal Deb's cooking was. Seems like maybe he's given even more of the winemaking over to Brandon; Dave was referring to himself as the executive winemaker, while Brandon was the one speaking of all the details.

Thinking the weekend of July 13th. Maybe go up Friday evening, stay over until Sunday? Part of this weekend was a scouting trip for accommodations. I'll make some calls this week and inquire about availability on a few places.

 

[paulthenurse]

Cool. We're in. I'll put in for that weekend tonight.

I wanted to go back and delete my last post cause I was afraid I made it sound like you were an uncaring SOB, but i got some four knife wound trauma in the door and got a little busy for a while. We all know that I'm the uncaring SOB. Go get your own persona.

 

[the_bird]

EDIT: "Beet terrine," not "Beer terrine."

It was just kind of a different vibe this time. They seemed to rush us out. Last year, we were drinking until midnight, then Brandon and his buddies invited us out to drink some more. I don't want to overproject on how much was Deb's not being there... but there was a vibrancy there last year that was kind of missing.

Best part of the evening was probably the appearance of Vincent Vega, or at least his doppleganger. Greasy mullet, puffy face, same strut... I fully expected his tote bag to start glowing.

 

[the_bird]

Oh, and I just don't mean to sound like a dink, I'm sure that it's been the absolute worst year of Dave's life. I don't know Dave, but I kind of feel like I do because I've read enough about their backstory (Dave and Deb were featured pretty prominently in a book, "Summer In A Glass," that I bought last year).

 

[TheDudeLebowski]

I remember stopping at the Red Newt on a self guided winery tour like 5 years ago. We visited in the afternoon and didn't eat there but I probably still have some of their wine in my basement (which for riesling and I think I got some whites are probably bad by now....). I was up doing college recruitment at Cornell. Best wine and food trip I took in a long time. Cornell's culinary school had five top chefs from NYC and SF putting on a dinner. Then the next day we went to the fingerlakes. If you ever get a chance for any culinary events at Cornell I'd recommend it.

Have you checked out Wagner Vineyards? I remember they brewed beer too. Wasn't impressed with their selection until the guy gave me small batch of a limited bock. Really good.

 

[Cape Brewing]

If you do it the weekend of July 13th, you'll miss the NIHFC.

Which.... Actually works out for the rest of us.

 

[the_bird]

Have you checked out Wagner Vineyards? I remember they brewed beer too. Wasn't impressed with their selection until the guy gave me small batch of a limited bock. Really good.

We did the brewery tasting last year. Everything was good - solid - nothing particularly exceptional, but all really solid examples, I thought. We've never done the wines there - looked like it was mostly cheap stuff.

There's a couple other (newer, I think) breweries in the area; Two Goats is right down the street, and there's another up further north. Haven't been to either yet, though.

One of other really phenomenal places right up in that neighborhood is Lamereaux Landing; everything I've had there is outstanding. One of my four or five favorite wineries in the area.

 

[ComcastWineRookie]

If you do it the weekend of July 13th, you'll miss the NIHFC.

Which.... Actually works out for the rest of us.

Awwwww shucks :rockin:

 

[barneygumble]

Not that it pertains, but I am marrying a daughter (step) off that weekend. Last wedding to pay for. Thats 3. My son will be finishing college in the next year or so too. I'm almost done!

 

[paulthenurse]

You're right, does not pertain.




But speaking as one who has three Spawn in their 20's I feel your pain. Not the pain of missing Cape's soirée, that's not really that big a deal, but the pain of paying for all those weddings.

 

[DakotaRules]

Hey now, 30 taps of beer at a private party is a good time.

 

[ComcastWineRookie]

hey now, 30 taps of beer at a private party is a good time.

+1

 

[barneygumble]

You're right, does not pertain.




But speaking as one who has three Spawn in their 20's I feel your pain. Not the pain of missing Cape's soirée, that's not really that big a deal, but the pain of paying for all those weddings.

And college for three of them!. Uncle. I call uncle! I give!

 

[paulthenurse]

Hey now, 30 taps of beer at a private party is a good time.

Would have been better with something to eat. My ABT's were a huge hit, as always, but I only made 50 of them. After they were gone what was there?

 

[Cape Brewing]

We'll miss you this year... Oh well. Maybe next year.

I would be mildy surprised if we didn't hit 40 beers on tap.

 

[Glibbidy]

Glibby! How you doing!

Just about to blow out of this popstand. the_Bean's been staying with the MIL, out in the Finger Lakes, during her vacation. Heading out to pick her up, and while we're out there to drink an appropriately excessive amount of wine at a fancy-shmancy wine-tasting dinner tomorrow night. I'll be eating better than you ****s tomorrow night, I'll guess.

Things are going well here in Sunny southern VT. Sounds like you enjoyed a nice week without the Bean. My kids are off this week. We are all staying put with some plans to make Pilsner.
On a side note back to the topic. I'm out for wine drinking in the finger lakes region this Summer. That weekend is booked.

 

[barneygumble]

The Bird
I thought I saw a message on Greylock Outdoors (bike shop on rt 7 in Lanesborough) sign that said something like "Greylock is Brewing!" The proprietor was thinking about opening a home brew supply shop downstairs (he's a beertender at the Forge too). I will check it out and keep you up to date. It would be awesome to have a LHBS again. Even if his prices are a tad high, I try to support local business.

 

[Cape Brewing]

Now if they could get electricity and stop banging' sheep out that way they'de be all caught up with the times!!

 

[DakotaRules]

Now if they could get electricity and stop banging' sheep out that way they'de be all caught up with the times!!

Ah haha!

 

[the_bird]

The Bird
I thought I saw a message on Greylock Outdoors (bike shop on rt 7 in Lanesborough) sign that said something like "Greylock is Brewing!" The proprietor was thinking about opening a home brew supply shop downstairs (he's a beertender at the Forge too). I will check it out and keep you up to date. It would be awesome to have a LHBS again. Even if his prices are a tad high, I try to support local business.

Huh, cool. Have to check it out. Thanks!

 

[barneygumble]

Huh, cool. Have to check it out. Thanks!

The sign did say that, but now its changed to "growing". I stopped in to see Paul, they are expanding and moving to a Pittsfield location. Part of the expansion is the addition of a LHBS and hydroponics. He's looking to capture the foodies, winemakers and brewers here. Its still in development, but hopes to be open when he expands.


Oh and Cape Brewing, I can't speak to the sheep issue, but we do have electricity. I know, because I make it.:rockin:

 

[TheDudeLebowski]

And Slippery Pete. Kramer tells me you're one hell of a rogue electrician.

 

[DakotaRules]

I can't speak to the sheep issue, but we do have electricity. I know, because I make it.:rockin:

Can't speak about it huh, sounds like a guilty verdict.

 

[barneygumble]

Can't speak about it huh, sounds like a guilty verdict.

I'm not a native here. So I can neither confirm nor deny any rumors one might hear. Been here for 4 years. Wow has it been that long? I'm from central ma. Moved here for job opportunities (I know,right?).

 

[the_bird]

Job opportunities in Pittsfield? Now I know you're lying.