FOH: A Week In Pictures.

[Squarehead]

2 hours ago, BrightonCorgi said:

My dad use to play the vibes professionally and we had the same in our house.  He use to study with Gary Burton a very long time ago.

That's impressive

[BrightonCorgi]

40 minutes ago, Squarehead said:

That's impressive

Playing chords with 3-4 sticks in each hand was very impressive.

[Hollywood Ninja]

Playing chords with 3-4 sticks in each hand was very impressive.

Very cool! I studied very briefly with Gary when I was at the U of Michigan. I was studying mostly classical marimba. Until I graduated and realized there were no gigs for classical marimba! Now I bang on random stuff for video game composers and singer/song writers.


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[BrightonCorgi]

50 minutes ago, Hollywood Ninja said:

Very cool! I studied very briefly with Gary when I was at the U of Michigan. I was studying mostly classical marimba. Until I graduated and realized there were no gigs for classical marimba! Now I bang on random stuff for video game composers and singer/song writers.

Well, there's no gigs for anyone these days... 

We also had a set of Marimba's in the house.  I think they went one my first cousins.  He sold the vibes about 10 years ago.  I think the motor needed to be replaced.  Such a cool instrument and impressive to watch being played.  I took piano lessons for 13 years and can't play a tune ?

[Lomey]

Made some homemade bacon this past week. Half of it was cajun garlic and the other half was maple and pepper. Store bought can't compare.

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[maverickdrinker]

Made some homemade bacon this past week. Half of it was cajun garlic and the other half was maple and pepper. Store bought can't compare.

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That looks delicious!!!!


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[El Presidente]

Fishing the flats this morning with Tom. 1 ft deep so few boats go there and we had it to ourselves.

Thermos of coffee. Juan lopez 2

Drifting baits while throwing poppers for trevally.

One of the most relaxing mornings I have had in a long time.

 

 

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[Goodfortune]

1 hour ago, El Presidente said:

Fishing the flats this morning with Tom. 1 ft deep so few boats go there and we had it to ourselves.

Thermos of coffee. Juan lopez 2

Drifting baits while throwing poppers for trevally.

One of the most relaxing mornings I have had in a long time.

 

 

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Sounds like a great morning and looks so peaceful, I’m jealous! Any bites? 

[maverickdrinker]

Had fun cooking for the family tonight to celebrate my son and daughters birthday. Wanted to do this before she went back to University. Did 2 types of pulled pork: Louisiana style and Chinese char Sui style. A little East meets west action. Did a Brazilian roasted rotisserie pineapple for dessert but forgot to take pics.

My brother kept me company while I cooked and we killed off a bottle of Signatory Glenlivet 2007 vintage....

grateful to be surrounded by family to celebrate their birthdays.








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[westg]

[Jal154]

On 1/23/2019 at 7:42 PM, Fuzz said:

Sweet! I've done the same with my patio area and screened it off. Just need to finalise a few things (outdoor kitchen, staircase railing) before it is complete.

A lot of rainy crappy weather for a couple of weeks. BUT.....Look how I got my hedges. Nice privacy wall. I feel very old being PROUD a of my hedges! Geez! How fast time has gone! ??

[Jal154]

Beautiful.

[Connoisseur Kim]

Tea leaves gift from @Zaxeiler finally arrived to my house. It took 28 days to get the package (can't be tracked in local post office and customs, since it's an international letter), but tea leaves were in excellent condition without any damage.

I tasted Keemun at dinner and it was the best tea I've ever had! It began with La Gloria Cubana friuty and herbal notes; signature H. Upmann woody and leather notes at first. Then, it showed slight hint of smokey and Cohiba grassy flavors. After that, it turned into Ramón Allones tangy stewed fruit aroma bomb in the end. Overall, I really enjoyed this tea leaf and can see why it's one of the best tea leaves among tea connoisseurs. I believe it'll pair well with woodsy and fruity marcas such as H. Upmann and La Gloria Cubana for sure.

Thank you for sending these tasty leaves! Can't wait to review others ??!

[Taco]

North Texas this morning...

[Zaxeiler]

Glad they got to you @Connoisseur Kim! Love that your review was written in cigar notes terms!

That "Happy Valley" is a darjeeling FYI.

[Connoisseur Kim]

Just now, Zaxeiler said:

Glad they got to you @Connoisseur Kim! Love that your review was written in cigar notes terms!

That "Happy Valley" is a darjeeling FYI.

Absolutely buddy! Glad that you enjoyed my first tea leaves review ?

Thank you for telling info buddy! What's Creamy Earl Grey buddy?

[Zaxeiler]

12 minutes ago, Connoisseur Kim said:

What's Creamy Earl Grey buddy?

A black tea, essentially Earl Grey but with double cornflower to give it a creamier mouthfeel.

[Connoisseur Kim]

3 minutes ago, Zaxeiler said:

A black tea, essentially Earl Grey but with double cornflower to give it a creamier mouthfeel.

Thanks mate! Didn't expect to see creamy tea leaf at all. It'll be first creamy tea review for sure ?

[Connoisseur Kim]

Just chat with Rob while drinking Lapsang souchong from @Zaxeiler.

It began with Partagás and H. Upmann Magnum 46 bold cedary; peppery; spiciness; meaty; leather, woody notes at first. Then, it showed Montecristo earth and toasty nut flavors with Cuban twang and smokey aroma, which reminded me smoked cheese and salmon. After that, it had slight hint of LGC fruity and floral tastes in the end. Overall, I really enjoyed this tea leaf as well and can see why it's Winston Churchill's favorite tea. I believe it will pair well with spicy and peppery Cuban cigars such as Partagás Shorts and H. Upmann Magnum 46. I also think it can be fit with any smoked cuisines like Gouda cheese.

Note. I was really surprised that Lapsang souchong is the origin of the Chinese black tea ?

[KavalanWhisky]

2 hours ago, Connoisseur Kim said:

Just chat with Rob while drinking Lapsang souchong from @Zaxeiler.

It began with Partagás and H. Upmann Magnum 46 bold cedary; peppery; spiciness; meaty; leather, woody notes at first. Then, it showed Montecristo earth and toasty nut flavors with Cuban twang and smokey aroma, which reminded me smoked cheese and salmon. After that, it had slight hint of LGC fruity and floral tastes in the end. Overall, I really enjoyed this tea leaf as well and can see why it's Winston Churchill's favorite tea. I believe it will pair well with spicy and peppery Cuban cigars such as Partagás Shorts and H. Upmann Magnum 46. I also think it can be fit with any smoked cuisines like Gouda cheese.

Note. I was really surprised that Lapsang souchong is the origin of the Chinese black tea ?

This was recommended to me by a fellow BOTL in London and its a lovely combination with a cigar, the smokey notes are great.

I was also surprised by the chinese origins.

[Connoisseur Kim]

1 minute ago, KavalanWhisky said:

This was recommended to me by a fellow BOTL in London and its a lovely combination with a cigar, the smokey notes are great.

I was also surprised by the chinese origins.

Much agreed! Tea leaves are way better than tea bags in terms of flavour and aroma. Keemun for light-medium CCs and Lapsang souchong for full CCs. These leaves became my go to tea for sure!

I didn't know that Lapsang souchong is the root for all Chinese tea until I typed it on Google.

[Meklown]

2 hours ago, Connoisseur Kim said:

Just chat with Rob while drinking Lapsang souchong from @Zaxeiler.

It began with Partagás and H. Upmann Magnum 46 bold cedary; peppery; spiciness; meaty; leather, woody notes at first. Then, it showed Montecristo earth and toasty nut flavors with Cuban twang and smokey aroma, which reminded me smoked cheese and salmon. After that, it had slight hint of LGC fruity and floral tastes in the end. Overall, I really enjoyed this tea leaf as well and can see why it's Winston Churchill's favorite tea. I believe it will pair well with spicy and peppery Cuban cigars such as Partagás Shorts and H. Upmann Magnum 46. I also think it can be fit with any smoked cuisines like Gouda cheese.

Note. I was really surprised that Lapsang souchong is the origin of the Chinese black tea ?

Brilliant tea, my favourite is from Fortnum and Mason. I like it with the cream/clove of the HdM2.

[Connoisseur Kim]

1 minute ago, Meklown said:

Brilliant tea, my favourite is from Fortnum and Mason. I like it with the cream/clove of the HdM2.

Absolutely! Surprised to hear that Lapsang souchong pairs well with HDM Epi2 mate!

[Tommy_Tao]

For full review please see:

https://www.friendsofhabanos.com/forum/topic/146595-don-pepin-garcia-serie-jj-maduro-selectos-futrrw/

 

[Zaxeiler]

Lake Huron vacation smoking for me.