The Role of Terroir and Why Location Matters in Wine
When it comes to wine, we often focus on grape varieties, winemaking techniques, or the aging processes. But there’s one fundamental element that shapes a wine’s character from the ground...
When it comes to wine, we often focus on grape varieties, winemaking techniques, or the aging processes. But there’s one fundamental element that shapes a wine’s character from the ground...
What is more American than rock music and grilled foods? Independence Day may have you singing Bruce Springsteen's "Born in the USA", but this delicious recipe will have you singing a slightly different tune. Grilled corn is one of those...
True barbecue connoisseurs battle at the pit for the best in meat. We aim to provide you with a general wine pairing to barbecue. Barbecue, much like wine, comes in many different regional variations with unique combinations of styles and...
Sometimes we forget about antipasto except when we throw parties. However, during the summer it is a common lunch routine in Italy and other European countries. With summer heating up and the desire for hot foods is on vacation, why...
Living in Southern California comes with so many perks; gorgeous consistent weather, stunning outdoor environs and a condensed and diverse disarrangement of culinary adventures. This week we choose to focus on one of our favorite culinary niches, the fish taco!...
By : Iris Rowlee On January, 26th 2021 the Institut National de l’Origine et de la Qualité, or INAO, the French Wines of Origin quality oversight board, officially gave approval for six new grape varieties to be planted in the...
Winemaking is incredibly complex, yet wine labels are tiny. They read like coded messages because a lot of information is contained in a little piece of beautifully-designed real estate. Every single element must transmit a wealth of information. In this...
From Pre-Covid Travels Experiencing culinary delights while you travel, creates forever lasting memories. I had the pleasure of spending Valentine's Day with my wife while she was judging wines for Anivin in Paris, France this year. We treated ourselves to...
Ingredients for the Romesco Sauce: 1- 1inch slice artisan style bread such as ciabatta or batard. Olive oil to toast bread Sea salt 1/2 cup Marcona almonds roasted 3 medium cloves garlic 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes 1...
This traditional Argentinian chimichurri sauce is a celebration of fresh herbs and well seasoned steak. This juicy, peppery and savory dish should be paired with a lovely fruit forward red from Argentina. Ingredients: 1 bunch Italian parsley, chopped fine 1...
An enthusiast’s wine appreciation encompasses a wide variety of activities beyond merely consumption. Wines are paired with food, compared side-by-side with other bottles of the same varietal and shared and discussed with friends. Enthusiasts may join a wine club...
A 14-hour journey will land you in this picturesque country filled with exotic nature, hospitality, food, and wine like you have never experienced. Travel to New Zealand though a bottle of wine or book your next vacation to “Middle earth”....
Make Shrimp Bisque from scratch with our easy recipe that will guarantee smooth, creamy results and deep flavor. Pair this seafood soup with a crisp Sauvignon Blanc. Serves 4 Ingredients: 2 ounces butter 3 Tablespoons all purpose flour 1 1/2 pounds medium...