Learning how to budget can be the key to financial success regardless of your income. It can also be confusing and overwhelming. There are many personal finance programs available that can help you track your spending. Unfortunately, most of these programs are...
Kazu Fukumoto, Chef /owner of Austin’s Fukumoto Restaurant, has three things that really drive him and combined, create a synergy that makes his restaurant truly special. First of all, he is passionate about the expression of his culture. Though he came from his...
Subaru has always come correct with its rugged, reliable but stylish vehicle line-ups. For 2019 Subaru upholds its reputation with the unveiling of the 2019 Ascent, Subaru’s new contender in the midsize sport utility vehicle market. The 2019 Subaru Ascent combines...
Cigar enthusiast have their own commentary on this subject. I doubt this article will change any of their minds. However, I still think it is a great conversation to have and certainly fun to test and find your own thoughts on the subject. The industry is all over the...
To be honest, where I have always thought myself capable of spending a few thousand dollars for a bottle of wine, Château Margaux 2000 comes instantly to mind, I’ve never felt the same inclination for a high-end Cognac. I have enjoyed fine Cognacs and Armagnacs...
Each year the Internal Revenue Service and the Social Security Administration announce cost-of-living adjustments, retirement plan contribution limits and other tax-related items. Below are some key numbers for 2019 that are of interest to most taxpayers: Here's how...
There are a handful of super-luxury vehicles on the market all of which bring something special to the table. For 2018 Lexus engineers redesigned its LS line-up to compete with some of the world’s top contenders. Super-luxury vehicles have standards and competition...
When I think of Fairmont Hotels, it’s always of their first property in San Francisco. Though they are a large modern hotel chain today, their first hotel was built in 1907 in the prestigious and storied Nob Hill neighborhood. The Fairmont was conceived and built as a...
A cigar wrapper is very delicate and will crack if not taken care of. Part of taking care of a cigar is keeping it properly humidified. It is very important to maintain proper temperature and humidification while storing your cigars. If they are not taken care of...