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Buttermilk Pudding & Mayo Pizza: My Greatest Culinary Crimes

Posted on September 16, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Some kids grow up wanting to be astronauts. Others want to be doctors. I just wanted to be the guy who made dessert without poisoning his family. Spoiler alert: still working on it. The Buttermilk Pudding IncidentAt 10 years old, … Continue reading →

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“The Only Thing Better Than Meat… Is More Meat”

Posted on September 14, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

I’m a meat guy. Plain and simple. There was a Bud Light “Real Men of Genius” commercial once called Mr. Over the Top Carb Counter. At one point the narrator said, “The only thing better than meat… is more meat.” … Continue reading →

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The Secret’s in the Pot: Why My Favorite Chili Recipe Stays Under Wraps

Posted on August 24, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

Chili is personal. That’s not a metaphor—it’s a declaration of fact. You don’t just make chili. You cultivate it. Tinker with it. Argue about it. You bring it to potlucks, to tailgates, to late-night cook-offs where the air is thick … Continue reading →

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My Complicated Relationship with Comfort Food

Posted on July 20, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

I’ve been thinking about the question, “What is your go-to comfort food?” For a long time, my honest answer would have been…”all of it.” For years, I was a classic stress snacker. Chips, crackers, cheese, leftovers—if it was available, I’d … Continue reading →

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Bourbon Tournament – Semifinals and Championship

Posted on May 26, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

In my initial bourbon blind bracket, we have finally reached the Final Four, followed by the championship showdown. You’ll pick up on a common theme in my initial favorites, and that’s reflected in tonight’s special pour. I’m enjoying Old Forester 1897 … Continue reading →

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Bourbon Tournament, Fourth Round – Elite 8

Posted on May 26, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

We have now reached the fourth round – the Elite 8. And while these are some amazing bourbons in my realm, I well know that a lot of bourbon aficionados have infinitely more rare and valuable drinks in their collections. … Continue reading →

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Bourbon Tournament, Third Round – Sweet 16

Posted on May 25, 2025 by Douglas Blaine

As we reach into the third round – the Sweet (and often very sweet) 16 in my initial collection. As I type this, my dram is Benmark Full Proof – absolutely one of the best values in the bourbon world, especially … Continue reading →

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Christmas Countdown, TV Schedule and Quick Thought – Tuesday, December 10, 2024

Posted on December 10, 2024 by Douglas Blaine

15 Days Until Christmas! Song: “O Little Town of Bethlehem” by Sarah McLachlan Christmas Album: “Oh For Joy,” by David Crowder Band Christmas DVD: “The Muppet Christmas Carol” Netflix Movie: “Falling For Christmas” Amazon Prime Movie: “Max Lucado’s The Christmas … Continue reading →

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Christmas Countdown, TV Schedule and Quick Thought – Monday, December 9, 2024

Posted on December 9, 2024 by Douglas Blaine

16 Days Until Christmas! Song: “Do You Hear What I Hear?” by Steven Curtis ChapmanChristmas Album: “Merry Christmas,” by Mariah CareyChristmas DVD: “You’ve Got Mail”Netflix Movie: “A California Christmas”Amazon Prime Movie: “A Bride for Christmas”Disney+ Movie: “The Ultimate Christmas Present”Hulu … Continue reading →

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Christmas Countdown, TV Schedule and Quick Thought – Sunday, December 8, 2024

Posted on December 8, 2024 by Douglas Blaine

17 Days Until Christmas! Song: “Silver Bells,” by Tony BennettChristmas Album: “Adore: Christmas Songs of Worship,” by Chris TomlinChristmas DVD: “Joyeux Noel”Netflix Movie: “Operation Christmas Drop”Amazon Prime Movie: “A Prince for Christmas”Disney+ Movie: “Good Luck Charlie, It’s Christmas!”Hulu Movie: “All … Continue reading →

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