It is a known fact that most asian do not have the enzymes to breakdown alcohol quickly. As I have very little tolerance to alcohol, it shows with a nice red hue all over my face whenever I consume a little alcohol. I would typically stick to one glass of wine or beer the entire night. Frugality is not at play here but self preservation as I am too shy to make the headlines among my friends.
Last Saturday, my friend ST has organized a wine tasting tour to Sonoma in celebration of her boyfriend's birthday. It was a well thought out trip to the wine county. Besides wine tasting, she also included olive oil and chocolate tasting. My favorite part of the day was the food and wine pairing at Mayo Family Reserve Tasting Room. I tried at least 12 tastings that day and enjoyed the over indulgence. Believe me it was hard work.
If I were to plan a day trip to the wine tasting county and a trip that takes serious consideration on my low alcohol tolerance, I would start of with an olive oil tasting. Why ? I want to put some oil in my stomach to dilute the effects of alcohol. Then I would indulge in food and wine pairing. It was a fun experience at Mayo Family. Although there were 7 courses, they were served in hors d'oeuvres style and there was sufficient time between courses to savor the wines and have lively conversation among friends. Then I will head to another tasting room to savor more wines and lastly end the day with chocolate tasting at the local artisanal chocolatier. While I may still end the day with a red hue on my face, I just might prevent a hangover the following day. All in all, it was a great experience.
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| Mayo Family: Winter Menu |
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| The first 3 courses and wine pairing |
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| The next 3 courses and wine pairing |
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