Ze Frank is an online weirdo/funny guy who never seems to blink and also moonlights as a brand philosopher. In his latest video he decontructs why John Mark Karr would lie about killing JonBenet Ramsey. Ze Frank contends that Karr was trying to attach himself with a more visible brand. It’s a strange and interesting take on marketing and branding, and well worth the 5 minutes you’ll spend...

Filed under: Wine , Food Gadgets , New Products First came hotel restaurants and gourmet recipes. Now comes a wine guide for your iPod. But rather than a text index the Mark Phillips Wine Guide comes in an interactive audio format that contains over one and a half hours of advice aimed at both new and advanced wine lovers. While it includes such practical advice as how to buy and taste wine...

[EDITOR’S NOTE: THIS IS THE FIRST ARTICLE BY OUR NEWEST VAGABLOND CONTRIBUTOR: DONALD WOO, WHO SPLITS HIS TIME BETWEEN HONG KONG AND THAILAND.] I found this amazing restaurant by accident. It was recommended that I try out ChoteChitr, which is said to be one of the best Thai restaurants in the country. Fortunately, it was closed on that day, so I found Poj Sap Kar . Situated near the famous...

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Wine Taste TV travels to Tangent Vineyard, where Anything But Chardonnay is the rule. Unoaked, cool climate white varietals are their focus. Meet the family who is making a mark with alternative white wines...

Thanks to Mark for the TechBargains link for Wine.com coupon codes: 5% off Orders $100+ Coupon Code: LSOCT5 20% off Any 12 Bottles From Wine List Coupon Code: CASEDEAL Combine that with the fact that they are having a Bordeaux sale, and you could save a bit of money. Note: Both deals expire October 31st...

This is a picture of my students (plus John) in the port cellars at Mt. Pleasant Winery. Their winemaker, Mark Baehman, is on the left, giving us a very passionate tour. I love that guy...

Hmm. I wonder if anyone even bothers to stop by any more, even if it's just to note my conspicuous absence. Lots going on, folks. Thanks to all who wished the Chef and me well last month on the anniversary of our wedding . On a similar note, best wishes ...