Food & Wine

Pizza - the beloved Italian dish that has captured the hearts and taste buds of people worldwide. In the United States, it has become a staple of comfort food and a go-to option for casual dining and work parties. But...

In recent years, the concept of sustainability has gained significant traction across various industries, including the world of wine. As consumers become more conscious about the environmental impact of their choices, sustainable wine has emerged as a popular choice. But...

With the summer heat in full swing, it's time to kick back, relax, and sip on some refreshing wines that are just perfect for those hot sunny days. Whether you're lounging by the pool, hosting a backyard barbecue, or picnicking...

    This past Thursday we hosted our first wine tasting event since 2020 at Chase's La Verne, and with over 60 people in attendance it was quite a turnout.  With flowing pours of 9 different wines selected by Sommelier Blake...

  Continued from Part I Jeanne Krug: Mme Krug married into the 3rd generation of House Krug. She distinguished herself not as a widow, but as a formidable leader and an heroic individual during her husband’s imprisonment in Germany between 1915...

Historically, men have dominated the field of winemaking. When it comes to champagne, it is surprising that women have been pivotal in transforming the beverage from an overly sweet, cloudy carbonated dessert wine to the glamorous, sparklingly-clear champagne celebrated today....

Will AI take over on how consumers buy wine?  Maybe.  However, as that technology scours the internet to find the right wine suggestions, it is missing one very important dynamic… AI hasn’t tasted anything!  Because it can’t.  As we all...

  This is something I’d ask a customer that came in looking for a brand name that you probably could get at any big retailer. Now of course, this was a lighthearted way to get their undivided attention. Then I...

  Thanksgiving is just around the corner, followed by the trifecta of winter holidays: Hanukkah, Christmas and New Year’s Eve. With the addition of Kwanzaa, the season of gratitude, gift-giving and feasting is upon us. Many holiday hosts are scouring...

A lot of wine drinkers are unaware of how wines can have different effects on the palate. Or is it your imagination? Nope! Atmosphere (or lack thereof) has plenty to do with what your palate can experience. Example: Drinking a...

Photo Credit: WSET Have you ever tried to describe an amazing food experience you have had to another person? How do you include the best points and descriptive words that clearly communicate the feelings and tastes you experienced? It is...