When most people think about wine grapes, a few familiar names usually come to mind: Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, or Merlot. These grapes dominate wine lists and store shelves...
Fresh and locally sourced ingredients transcend through the art of cooking. Alice Waters, the American chef that pioneered such culinary philosophy is right on target. At her restaurant Chez Panisse, their specialty is transforming a simple ingredient to something amazing. Her...
Port you say? What many generations of people used to embrace is now becoming less dominate in the American food scene. You capture a glimpse of it on the after dinner drink menu or in Grandma's shopping cart on Wednesday afternoons....
Spring has finally arrived with longer days and a blissful breeze in the air. Now that the sunshine encourages us to be more inclined to start our mornings with freshness and excitement, this frittata is an excellent way to get...
During this time of the year, many of us become more health conscious about our diets. Even if you are trying to eat healthy you do not need to sacrifice flavor or the comfort of a warm meal. This lasagna...
Think of Bourbon and Whiskey as the wine of the spirit world. It takes a long time to make, skillful blending and requires aging in oak for the most part. Some times it is aged in new oak or used...
Just under two hours away from Paris awaits one of the most magnificent region for wine production. Specifically the region of Champagne, the king of all sparkling wine. Some people say you only drink Champagne for special occassions, however here...
Don't get spooked by a little wine in your cocktail. In fact, wines can be used in many cocktail recipes. Get creative this Halloween and add some real "blood" to your drink. (Joking of course). Here are our top three...
[caption id="attachment_2654" align="aligncenter" width="584"] Vinho Verde: Rows of Loureiro Grapes in October[/caption]Portugal is famous for its Port wine history, however the region just north of Porto and Douro River is a thriving area called Vinho Verde. Vinho Verde is the...
Spend a little time in the second largest city in Portugal and you will find out why Porto has such a draw. The city that gave name to the nation is also a wine producing region of White, Red, Rose,...
After a few weeks on the road, the Bottle Shop team has traveled from Germany to Spain and finally landed in Bordeaux. Over the course of a few weeks and 7 hotels later, we find ourselves in a quiet place...
Chinese New Year is the largest celebration in China and Taiwan each year. Businesses and schools are closed for two weeks to give everyone time to spend with their family. Starting from the eve of the new year, families...
What does astrology and wine have in common? Read on and see what suitable wines have been matched with your astrological sign. You might see some stars align! We included your love matches too, after all you might want...
