Tag: food
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Relax and Smile with Grüner Veltliner
I love trying new wines, especially if it is a grape I have not previously enjoyed. As I journey through the world of wine I would like to try every grape varietal available in my lifetime. Did you know there is a club called The Wine Century Club? The club is not about wine snobbery;…
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Passport Greece with Wine and Food
In early May I went to my local Central Market to purchase orange infused EVOO and vinegar for my mom for Mother’s Day. What I did not realize until I approached the store was Central Market was kicking off a two week Greek festival. They were serving samples of grilled chicken kabobs and Greek cheese…
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Cargasacchi Invincible Sun: The Sweetest Thing
A few months ago I shared the wonderful tasting my husband and I experienced at Loring Wine Company in Buellton, Santa Barbara County. Because we were already fans of Loring we were not surprised by the exceptional quality of each of the wines we tasted. However, Loring shares their tasting room with a winery to…
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A Meal in Provence
I love all things French! As luck would have it Christy Majors, Confessions of a Culinary Diva, has begun a new monthly food and wine tour of France called The French Winophiles. I missed last month’s launch but am happy to participate this month in exploring the wonderful French region of Provence. I feel in…
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Celebrating the Exploration of Cava with Anna de Codorníu
If you like high quality bubbles made in the traditional method and fit for a king or queen but prefer to pay pauper prices Cava is the bubbles for you! In the world of sparkling wines Cava is a must to add to your portfolio. Why you ask? Let’s explore the world of Cava.
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#WinePW Preview USA & French Wine and Food Pairings
July is here and time for our next installment of Wine Pairing Weekend. Do you prefer food and wine from the United States or France? Ha! How about both?! It’s not too late to join in the fun. This month we are pairing American food with American wine, French food with French wine or any…
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Early Mountain Vineyards: Easy to Enjoy
Late June I was invited to participate in another edition of Virginia Wine Chat. I really look forward to these tastings because each and every wine I have had the blessing to receive has been delicious! I have said it before and I will say it again, Virginia is producing some of the best wines…
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Live Like Caesar in Lazio
This month’s Italian Food Wine Travel region of focus is Lazio. The most prominent point of interest in the Lazio region is Rome. As luck would have it my husband and I plan to visit Rome this fall and we have been immersed in studying and planning our vacation. While Rome is the principle city…
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Join Us In Celebration of America & France on July #WinePW
Do you love American and French food and wine? Well July is here and it is a month of celebrations. The United States celebrates its Independence on July 4th and July 14th is Bastille Day, the French National Day commemorating the beginning of the French Revolution. For food and wine lovers July ushers in the…
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The Beauty of Bordeaux
I simply love French wine! I do not understand all the intricacies of French wine but I really enjoy learning. Last summer I declared it my summer of French wine. I tasted and learned quite a bit while I sought to better understand the beauty of French wines. From Alsace to Champagne to Burgundy, Bordeaux,…
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