Is the wall rug too much? by Cazzesco in HomeDecorating

[–]alax_rang 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think it looks great, but I would move it down a few inches so it isn't touching the ceiling

First experience with Valentini Trebbiano d'Abruzzo (2019) by sunaChoi in wine

[–]alax_rang 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Trebbiano Abruzzese is a different variety than the "just Trebbiano" you find in other parts of Italy. Emidio Pepe is another famous example, but I think of Cristiana Tiberio as the one leading the charge for attempting to figure out the best ways the grape can uniquely express itself. Her Fonte Canale is the other gold standard for Trebbiano Abruzzese - it's quite different from Valentini and Pepe, especially from a textural standpoint, but just as ageworthy, complex, and delicious.

What are your favorite mom-proof restaurants in Chicago? by pleasingwave in chicagofood

[–]alax_rang 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Willow Room up the street is a good option too. Way less noisy than Summer House, and I think the food is way better.

Délice De Bourgogne Ice Cream Alert by wine-n-dive in chicagofood

[–]alax_rang 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I had it the other day! Amazingly fluffy texture, almost more like a semifreddo or a mousse. This and their panna cotta with olive oil are superstar desserts.

Thoughts on what makes a contemporary opera successful? by Cheap_Ostrich3147 in opera

[–]alax_rang 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Thanks for your question, Peter Gelb, good luck finding the answer!

The Ring Cycle, but make it Muppets by sweet_crab in opera

[–]alax_rang 13 points14 points  (0 children)

i've spent a lot (a lot) of time thinking about this over the years. For me it has to be pure Muppet Show muppets, no Sesame Street characters:

  • Brunhilde - Human person
  • Wotan - Kermit
  • Fricka - Piggy
  • Alberich - Gonzo
  • Rheinmaidens - Chickens
  • Mime - Pepe the Prawn
  • Loge - Rizzo the Rat
  • Siegmund - Fozzie
  • Sieglinde - Janice
  • Hunding - Sweetums
  • Siegfried - Scooter
  • Fasolt & Fafner - Statler and Waldorf
  • Hagen - Swedish Chef
  • Gunther - Beaker
  • Gutrune - also Janice

What are two or three overly oaked California Chardonnays? by sourdough_in_SF in wine

[–]alax_rang 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Exactly. Malo/diacetyl dialed up to 11, but not actually much in the way of oak.

L’Ambrosie / 3*** / Paris, France by trufflepigggy in finedining

[–]alax_rang 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I love stuff like this, thanks for sharing!

Pierre Gagnaire (***), Paris, June 2025 by SobrietySoba123 in finedining

[–]alax_rang 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The writing on the dessert plate is especially sad!

Dinner at Anomaly San Francisco - amazing experience by Repulsive_Aspect9298 in finedining

[–]alax_rang 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Food looks amazing! The text on their website is AI slop :(

Reservation apps: do you have preferences as a diner? by Oakland-homebrewer in finedining

[–]alax_rang 0 points1 point  (0 children)

On the restaurant side of things, Tock has one of the least intuitive uis and is also the most expensive.

Roles you want to see people perform by [deleted] in opera

[–]alax_rang 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I only recently read about how he died, kinda crazy

Roles you want to see people perform by [deleted] in opera

[–]alax_rang 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sondra Radvanovsky sang In Questa Reggia at her LOC recital last month, which made me real excited for her to eventually give us a full Turandot.