Jo McGarry has been writing about food and wine for more than a decade in Hawaii. Former editor of Gusto Magazine she began working as restaurant specialist for the Honolulu Star Bulletin in 2001 and writing a food column for MidWeek the same year. She is the host of a long running lifestyle radio program, Table Talk, that airs Saturday mornings on KHVH 830 AM from 10 – 11AM. She is the author of The Hawaii Tailgate Cookbook and the 'voice' of tailgating on radio. Visit her website: WineAndDineHawaii.com
Below are the last 5 columns written by Jo McGarry
The Isle of Skye And Its Whisky
Wednesday - April 16, 2008
By Jo McGarry
In the middle of preparing for a whisky dinner, I’m reminded of one of the most intriguing aspects of single malt scotch: its elusive nature.
Blue Roses And A Rare Whisky
Wednesday - February 13, 2008
By Jo McGarry
Need to say it with flowers, but bored with the usual red or yellow roses? Trust a whisky maker to come up with something a little different. In Japan, Suntory Ltd. (best known as makers of beer and Yamasaki whisky) have identified the gene in roses that leads to synthesis, and have created a blue rose.
Read Column>>A Whisky To Fall In Love With
Wednesday - January 23, 2008
By Jo McGarry
Eden Algie might have the best job in the world. Yes, even better than mine. He’s the brand ambassador for one of the world’s best whiskies. That means he spends most of his working life traveling the globe talking about - and drinking - The Macallan.
Holiday Gifts For Whisky Drinkers
Wednesday - November 28, 2007
By Jo McGarry
There’s no better time of year to browse the spirits aisles in your local fine wine store and end up being thoroughly confused about what they have to offer. Gone are the days of a few good, recognizable brand names.
Read Column>>An Exotic Vodka From Vietnam
Wednesday - September 26, 2007
By Jo McGarry
When it comes to spirits, I’m not easily wooed. I won’t taste a cocktail until I’ve tasted the pure alcohol that goes into it, and most times I’d rather drink any spirit
