North Carolina Food and Wines - a fun Southern pairing!

Greensboro, NC is a city rich in historical events in American history that have changed and shaped us as a country. I had the opportunity to visit the city recently and found a city rich in culture, history and with people who are anxious to let visitors know...

Irish Meade – honey wine, a gift from the Gods

“At last Gandalf pushed away his plate and jug – he had eaten two whole loaves (with masses of butter and honey and clotted cream) and drunk at least a quart of mead – and he took out his pipe.” – John Keats

One of the joys in life is celebrating weddings...

Summer and the Rosé is Fine

“Eat, Slay, Rosé, Repeat” – RoseSeason

Memorial Day is the unofficial start of summer.  You will notice that rosé wines start crowding the shelves at your local wine store. Rosé’s slight fruit taste.... 

Southern California Gold

“Wine is sunlight, held together by water. “ – Galileo

Southern California evokes memories of Hollywood, miles of beautiful beaches, sunlight and coastal highways of which driving legends are made. Add acres of vineyards in beautiful Temecula Valley... 

Inspired wines by the glass in LA

“If most American cities are about the consumption of culture, Los Angeles and New York are about the production of culture- not only national culture but, also global culture.”- Barbara Kruger

For the past 3 years, I have had the wonderful opportunity to travel to Los Angeles frequently and experience the food and wine culture in this beautiful city by the Pacific. On a recent trip, I was introduced to A.O.C....

Explore Wines from South Africa – Mbali a Chenin Blanc/Viognier blend

“I am an African. I owe my being to the hills and the valleys, the mountains and the glades, the rivers, the deserts, the trees, the flowers, the seas and the ever-changing seasons that define the face of our native land” – Thabo Mbeki

South African has a long history as a beer loving country. Wine was first produced...

Argentinian Malbec – Quality and Richness in every sip for Malbec World Day 2017

“Tradition, Authenticity and Innovation.” – principles of Pascual Toso

April 17, 2017 is Malbec World Day! This is the perfect day to learn about the development of exceptional Malbecs...